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Ensemble · Concert

Concert
Band

The Concert Band develops students' musicianship in preparation for participation in the Wind Ensemble. The Concert Band also serves as a leadership ground for older students who continue to refine their craft alongside the Wind Ensemble.

Class Period
Daily during school
After-School
Tue / Thu (when applicable)
Season
Year-round
Audition
Open enrollment

The path to Wind Ensemble.

The Concert Band is an ensemble which provides students exciting opportunities to develop their musicality in preparation for participation in the Wind Ensemble. Due to the nature of maintaining the Wind Ensemble's size, not all members will be eligible to participate in the group, even if they are qualified. These students will act as mentors and leaders within the Concert Band.

Rehearsals include daily in-class rehearsals, after-school Tuesday/Thursday rehearsals and sectionals, occasional Friday and Saturday rehearsals/performances. Other activities include FBA District MPA, Solo and Ensemble Performances, PRISM concert, graduation rehearsal and performance.

What the year looks like.

AUG

Fall Concert

First concert features Concert Band at full strength.

OCT

Mid-Season

Continued rehearsals and sectional work.

DEC

Winter Concert

Holiday performances and PRISM concert season.

FEB

Solo & Ensemble

Students perform individual pieces for assessment.

MAR

FBA District MPA

Full ensemble Music Performance Assessment.

MAY

Graduation

Graduation concert and end-of-year celebration.

When we work.

Mon–Fri
During school

In-class daily rehearsal as part of band course.

Tue & Thu
3:30–6:30 PM

After-school sectionals and full ensemble rehearsal when applicable.

Fri & Sat
Occasional calls

Concerts and performances as scheduled.

Attendance at rehearsals is part of the class grade. Conflicts must be communicated with Mr. Black in advance.

Open to everyone. Here's how.

01

Speak with Mr. Black

Available during class or via email to discuss Concert Band enrollment.

02

Choose your level

Concert Band is open to instrumentalists at all ability levels.

03

Show up and play

Daily class plus rehearsals and concerts. Easy as that.

Questions? Email Mr. Black at BlackI@PCSB.org — he answers personally, usually within a day.

Five more ways to play.

Many students participate across multiple ensembles. Each ensemble has its own page, schedule, and audition path.

Build your musicianship. Prepare for Wind Ensemble.

Concert Band is the perfect place to grow as a musician and develop the skills needed for advanced ensemble participation.

New to band? Read the New Parents Guide →