Instrumental Music

GRADE 9 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC – BAND (OPEN – AMI1O1)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience and is aimed at developing technique, sensitivity and imagination. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop an understanding of the conventions and elements of music and of safe practices related to music, and will develop a variety of skills transferable to other areas of their lives.

GRADE 10 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC – BAND (OPEN – AMI2O1)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop their understanding of musical conventions, practices, and terminology and apply the elements of music in a range of activities. They will also explore the function of music in society with reference to the
self, communities, and cultures.

GRADE 11 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC – BAND (UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION – AMI3M1)
PREREQUISITE: ANY GRADE 9 OR 10 MUSIC COURSE
This course provides students with opportunities to develop their musical literacy through the creation, appreciation, analysis, and performance of music, including traditional, commercial, and art music. Students will apply the creative process when performing appropriate technical exercises and repertoire and will employ the critical analysis processes when reflecting on, responding to, and analyzing live and recorded performances. Students will consider the function of music in society and the impact of music on individuals and communities. They will explore how to apply skills developed in music to their lives and
careers.

GRADE 12 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC – BAND (UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION - AMI4M1)
PREREQUISITE: ANY GRADE 11 MUSIC COURSE
This course enables students to enhance their musical literacy through the creation, appreciation, analysis, and performance of music. Students will perform traditional, commercial and art music, and will respond with insight to live and recorded performances. Students will enhance their understanding of the function of music in society and the impact of music on themselves and various communities and cultures. Students will analyze how to apply skills developed in music to their lives and careers.