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Band 5th–8th Beginning (5003)

Grade Range:
	5–8
Prerequisites:
	Ability to play, or interest in learning to play, a musical instrument; selection by teacher and counselor
Course duration:
	One semester; may be repeated for credit

Course Description:
	This course provides instruction in the basic principles of musicianship and familiarity with standard band literature. Students will learn to play a standard band instrument in an ensemble setting. The focus will be to learn to read and understand the language of music.
State Course Code(s):
	9291 - Music - Instrumental (Performance Based)
Basic Texts and Teaching Guides:
	Essential Elements 2000, Hal Leonard, 2000. Site-selected music. SDUSD VAPA Core Learnings, 2005.

Band 5th–8th Beginning (5003)