Band

High School Band

Description

The High School Band meets during the school day Monday through Friday. This class is comprised of all students who have previous experience on a band instrument or who have a desire to learn one at a fast pace. The band consists of 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders. The following instruments in this class are Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion. Each student is expected to practice at home on their own time as well as in class.

Ensembles

The High School Band forms two main ensembles and one secondary ensemble for the TCS Instrumental Music Department. The first are the Marching Eagles. Their presence and musical entertainment has excited both fans and athletes at the football games. The Marching Eagles perform at all home games. The secondary ensemble, the pep band, is formed from this class as well and is student run. The pep band, or Jammin’ Eagles, perform at all home basketball games.

The primary group is the Toledo Christian Wind Ensemble. This ensemble has received a “Superior” rating at the ACSI Music Festival held at Cedarville College. Upon receiving this rating, the Wind Ensemble also received a standing ovation from the judges. The Wind Ensemble has been asked to be a premier performing group for the Accreditation of Christian Schools International Ohio River Valley Conference in the fall of 2006. This honor has never been received by any other Christian school in the conference. This is a fine musical group that has a lot of fun and makes plenty of music all year long. There is a high level of Excellence that has been set by the Wind Ensemble students and it is obvious in their dedication and performances.

Rehearsals

The band class meets everyday during the school week. However, there are also a few days throughout the year when there are scheduled rehearsals after school on Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:30. These rehearsals are few and far between and are a part of the final grade.

Students

Many of the students in the High School band are also active athletes, honor students, or disciplined in other arts. Athletes are able to participate in the Marching Eagles, the Wind Ensemble and the Jammin’ Eagles. The relationship between the Instrumental Music Department and the Athletic Department is such that the students will not be penalized for being talented in both areas. The band class will not interfere with academic studies; neither will it interfere with Athletics.

Jr. High Concert Band

Description

The Jr. High Concert Band meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This class is comprised of all students who have previous experience on a band instrument. The band consists of 7th and 8th graders who play woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments. Each student is required to practice at home 60 minutes a week on their own time as well as in class. This is a part of their final grade.

Ensemble

These students make up the Toledo Christian Jr. High Concert Band. This ensemble performs a fall and spring concert. Each student is responsible for having their own instrument. The school will supply instruments to students who play Low Brass, Low Woodwinds, French horns (a limited supply) and percussion.

Rehearsals

The Toledo Christian Jr. High Concert Band will most likely not have any after school rehearsals.

Students

Students are required to take a music class in Jr. High. Usually those who choose band tend to continue with it in High School. Many students who are involved in the ensemble are honor students, athletes, and active in other groups such as student council.

Instruments

The school will provide percussion instruments, low brass, and low woodwinds which all will be used at school. All other instruments will be provided by the student. In some cases the school can provide a few instruments for student use. All school instruments can be used for a small fee. This fee covers basic maintenance.

Jr. High Beginning Band

Description

This ensemble is for any 7th or 8th grader who would like to learn to play an instrument. No previous musical experience is required.

Students will choose between the following instruments:

The school will provide the following instruments:

Any instuments that the school provides are to be used only at school. Any instuments to be used at home have to be purchased by the student or the student's family.

All other instruments can be acquired through a rent to own program through any local music store. In some cases, depending on availability, the school can provide a few other instruments for use, such as: a few flutes, a few clarinets, a saxophone, a few trombones and a few French horns. There is a small fee for this service to cover basic maintenance. Each student is required to practice at home 60 minutes a week on their own time as well as in class. This is a part of their final grade.

Ensemble

The Beginning Band will give a Spring Concert with the rest of the band program in May.

Students

Students are required to take a music class in Jr. High. Usually those who choose band tend to continue with it in High School. Many students who are involved in the ensemble are honor students, athletes, and active in other groups such as student council. Band students tend to find themselves having better grades in all academic areas as well.

Rehearsals

The Toledo Christian Jr. High Beginning Band will most likely not have any after school rehearsals.

Elementary Intermediate Band

Description

The Elementary Intermediate Band meets two days a week during school. This class is comprised of all students who have previous experience on a band instrument. The band consists of 5th and 6th graders who play woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments. Each student is required to practice at home 60 minutes a week on their own time as well as in class. This is a part of their final grade.

Ensemble

The Toledo Christian Elementary Intermediate Band performs a concert in the spring. Each student is responsible for having their own instrument. The school will supply instruments to students who play Low Brass, Low Woodwinds, French horns (a limited supply) and percussion for a small fee for instrument maintenance.

Rehearsals

The Toledo Christian Elementary Intermediate Band will most likely not have any after school rehearsals.

Students

Usually those who choose band tend to continue with it in Jr. High and High School. Many students who are involved in the ensemble are honor students, athletes, and active in other groups such as student council. Band students tend to find themselves having better grades in all academic areas as well.

Instruments

The school will provide percussion instruments, low brass and low woodwind which all will be used at school. All other instruments will be provided by the student. In some cases the school can provide a few instruments for student. All school instruments can be used for a small fee that covers basic maintenance.