Welcome to Symphonic Band!

Whether this is your first time or another time in Symphonic Band, we're going to have a great year! Here is what you can expect from band and expect to do this year. 

Significance of Symphonic Band

Symphonic Band is the intermediate of the three bands at North High School. Most students spend one year in Concert Band, and progress at their own pace through the program. This means that you are part of an advancing and dynamic group at NHS and you will play an important part in creating high-level music. Symphonic Band could be viewed by some as a preparatory course for Wind Ensemble. The expectations for music making are higher than those in Concert Band, while honing the skills necessary for the next level--Wind Ensemble.

What do you want out of Symphonic Band?

Symphonic Band is a home to all sorts of students:

• Students who just want to play in band and have fun
• Student who want to improve on their instrument and move into Wind Ensemble

Whatever you are into is perfect. We can do that!

Practicing

Do you want to get better? It starts with the choice to practice. Not sure what to practice? Ask your teacher!

Main Goals of Symphonic Band

• Have fun playing music
• Improve our instrumental skills
• Focus on always growing
• Learn to be a responsible risk taker
• Learn to be respectful
• Advancing Music Making

What does Symphonic Band want out of you?

Being in Symphonic Band comes with a certain set of responsibilities. Here is why:

• You are here because you were chosen to be
• You are here because you are musically ready to be here
• There are others who want to be here

What are those responsibilities?

• Uphold the expectations outlined in the band handbook
• Try hard, no matter what
• Deliver Musically

We play music that is beginning to challenge us more heavily for music technique and musical connection with our classmates. It is your job to rise up to these challenges by practicing your parts and by being engaged in rehearsal.