Prerequisite(s): Spring auditions, attendance at Summer Band Camp, along with permission of instructor. Although this course meets on a regular class schedule, it has extracurricular activities that require after-school time. Individual and group practices before or after school are scheduled. Performance is essential. Attendance to rehearsal and performance is required.
Class instruction includes basic fundamentals of note reading and instrumental techniques; also a small amount of music theory is gradually introduced.
Fall Semester consists of marching season, wherein the Viking Regiment performs at MVHS football games and partakes in a competitive parade season.
Spring Semester consists of concert band season, wherein the fundamentals of concert music are covered and the Viking Regiment partakes in a competitive concert competition season.
