VCS Middle School Instrumental Music
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Being an exceptional musician is honoring to God as His gift of musical talent was not given frivolously, but in earnest to bring Glory to Him. It is with this understanding that students are instructed and encouraged to pursue their talents to the highest degree possible.
Secular viewpoint:
Art exists to celebrate Man's achievement in honor of Man.
Christian viewpoint:
Art exists to celebrate God's achievement in honor of God.
VCS Middle School Instrumental Music is part of a comprehensive course designed to teach the student the art and mastery of his chosen instrument, to develop creativity, to foster a love for the high arts, and to serve God.
There are two middle school instrumental music courses:
Intermediate Band Class
Intermediate Band students attend daily classes during 5th period each week for band rehearsal, scheduled "after-school" sessions for technical training and assessment, and a range of study and performance opportunities based on the student's skill rating.
Instrumental Music Studies
Instrumental Music Studies is an advanced course requiring students to attend evening rehearsals, scheduled "after-school" sessions for technical training and assessment, and a range of study and performance opportunities based on the student's skill rating. A rating of Level VI or higher is required for this course.
Skill Level Ratings
All Students have a skill rating based on their advancement through a list of method study books. Every method book passed off by Mr. Martin advances the student's rating. Medals are awarded to the student signifying his/her achievement. Higher ratings also advance the student's opportunities.
Middle School - 6th through 8th Grades
Levels IV and up:
- Membership in The VCES Explorer Ensemble
- Eligible for membership in VCS Lab Jazz
Levels VI and up:
- Membership in the VCS Radio Symphony
- Eligible for membership in VCS Radio Jazz
High School - 9th through 12th Grades
Levels VI and up:
- Instrumental Music Studies Class
- Five program units - including Music Theory, Large and small ensemble study and performance
- Membership in the VCS Radio Symphony
- Eligible for membership in VCS Radio Jazz
Levels VIII:
- Eligible for Honors Instrumental Music Studies Class
- Five program units - including Music Theory, Large and small ensemble study and performance
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