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Mt. Ararat Concert Band

In this course, students perform standard concert band literature ranging in difficulty from grade IV to grade VI. For part of the year (4-8 weeks total), the band (combined with the Wind Ensemble) marches in parades (Memorial Day) and parade competitions (such as the Maine State Parade, Maine Firefighters Convention Parade). The rest of the year is spent on concert band literature with performances at school concerts and music festivals. At times during the year, the group breaks into small ensembles such as jazz band, brass ensemble, flute ensemble, etc. In order to be in the band, a student must demonstrate a proficiency level that would enable that student to be a contributing member of the band.

Concert Band is part of a sequence that begins in elementary school and continues through middle school and high school.