Most music courses at Moscrop are sequential. Classes build on the skills and concepts of the course before it. We are proud of the enriched program we offer which includes trips and retreats, visits to the symphony and opera, special clinicians and experienced music teachers who bring a wealth of educational and professional music experience with them. In our program we encourage a community of music learners.
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Beginner Band
Students in grade 8-11 who have no experience on a band instrument should register for BEGINNER BAND. We will teach you to read music, play a musical instrument, and learn to work with others to make music. Students should rent or purchase an instrument AFTER we have explored all the instruments in class. Please have three instrument choices as we can only accept a limited number of each type of instrument. We provide larger instruments at a nominal rental. WE DO NOT TEACH PIANO OR GUITAR in this class. Piano players can register and learn a new band instrument or play keyboard percussion.,
Junior Band
Students with one year of elementary band experience should register for Junior Band. In this class students will learn fundamental musical concepts as well as increase their range and skills on their band instrument. Students must be prepared to practice 2 hours a week to succeed in this class.
Band 9/10
Students must have completed Junior Band or the equivalent to register for this class. Students will further develop their instrumental technique and musical knowledge in this class.
Senior Band
Students must have completed Band 9/10 to enroll in Senior Band. Senior Band is a fun course but requires commitment to practicing as well as the ability to focus in rehearsals. Students will study advanced band music in this course.
Choir
Students in grade 8-12 at all levels of singing from beginner to advanced should enroll in choir. In this course you will learn vocal techniques to enhance your singing voice. We will also have fun learning a variety of songs. Pianists with grade 10 or higher may enroll in this course as a piano accompanist. * Choir is an early morning class.
Senior Jazz Band
Senior Jazz is open to students with at least one year of experience playing in Junior Jazz Band on the following instruments: trombone, trumpet, saxophone, guitar, bass, piano (grade 8 minimum) and drums. In order to achieve a balanced band, there is a limit of instruments in each section. Students will learn about and perform a variety of jazz styles including swing, Afro-Cuban, Rock, Blues, Brazilian and Ballads. Students improve on their rhythmic and improvisational skills. Students playing in any jazz band are expected to also be registered in a concert band suitable for their abilities. Sr. Jazz class takes place on Day 2s from 7:20 am – 8:40 am. The band will attend two jazz workshops at Capilano University and perform at music department concerts, community events, and informal lunchtime concerts.
Junior Jazz Band
Junior Jazz is open to students with at least one year of experience on the following instruments: trombone, trumpet, saxophone, guitar, bass, piano (grade 8 minimum) and drums. Students will learn about and perform a variety of jazz styles including swing, Afro-Cuban, Rock, Blues, Brazilian and Ballads. Jr. Jazz class takes place on Day 1s from 7:20 am – 8:40 am. The band will perform at music department concerts and informal lunchtime concerts. Junior Jazz is a pre-requisite for Sr. Jazz Band.Students playing in any jazz band are expected to also be registered in a concert band suitable for their abilities.
Music Leadership
Students in grades 11-12 can apply for MUSIC LEADERSHIP. Music leadership is designed for students interested in exploring music beyond their experiences in band or choir. Music Leadership is an application course, and students must see a music teacher for acceptance as a leadership student. Music Leadership is offered in all regular timetable courses.
Orchestra
Students in Grades 8-12 who play a string instrument (violin, viola, cello or bass) and have reached grade 6 Royal Conservatory, or who have played for minimum of 3 years are encouraged to take this course. Must be able to play in first and second positions. Brass and Woodwind players interested in taking Orchestra must see Mrs. Rundell for a course application form. Pianists with ARCT or possibly Grade 10 piano may apply for this course. Please see teacher for an application form. In Orchestra we study all types of music, including chamber music.
Guitar 8-12
Students with all levels of experience on guitar may enroll in guitar class. Students will learn how to read rhythms, single notes, tablature and chords. In addition, students will learn and perform a variety of music as a group including; rock, pop, Latin, folk and classical. More experienced guitarists can work on advanced repertoire during class time. Students must supply their own acoustic guitar for this class and be prepared to practice 2 hours a week outside of class time.
Piano players may choose to play keyboard percussion in the Intermediate or Senior band, depending on their piano skill level. We also require 1-2 pianists to accompany the choir (early morning block) and to play in the orchestra. A minimum of grade 10 piano is required for choir and orchestra. Jr. and Sr. Jazz Band also require a piano player. Please see Jazz Band teacher for application.
Electric bass players may register in Junior Band, or Jazz Band. Please see Jazz teacher for application to play in Jazz Band. Electric guitar players may register in Jazz Band with the recommendation of the Jazz band teacher.
Please note; we do not teach violin, piano or guitar in band classes. We teach only Band Instruments in Beginner Band, not piano or violin. Please, register for the appropriate course.