Dell Rapids Public School

• Band, grades 9-12
• Chorus, grades 9-12
• Jazz Ensemble, grades 9-12

In this course, students will improve proficiency in all aspects of reading and performing instrumental music. Through the rehearsal and study of quality wind band literature, students will strengthen individual playing techniques and skills; learn about the theory, history, and vocabulary of music; demonstrate confidence and poise during public performances; and learn to work collaboratively as a member of the ensemble. This course emphasizes the importance of participation, appreciation, and support of music for life. Band is open to students in grades 9-12 who can demonstrate musical proficiency on a band instrument at the high school level. Band meets five days a week during either the first skinny of the first block. All students enrolled in Senior High Band are required to participate in marching band (3-4 performances), pep band (15-20 performances, and concert band (3-4 performances), as well as homecoming coronation, music contest, graduation, and Memorial Day services. Students are required to participate in all scheduled concerts and major performances. Students in band are also eligible to participate in Jazz Band and Region II Instrumental Solo and Ensemble Contest, as well as audition for South Dakota All-State Band, All-State Orchestra, and All-State Jazz Band. All students will be required to wear uniforms for marching and concert performances. The marching uniform will be provided by the school. Students will be required to purchase marching shoes and gloves. The concert band uniform will consist of a uniform polo shirt (available from the D.R. Music Boosters for $10-$15), black pants, black socks, and black shoes (marching shoes O.K)