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How do I sign up for band? |
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When classes are being chosen for High School, usually in March, you would list "Intermediate Band" for all brass and woodwind players, and "Percussion Ensemble" for all percussionists, as your elective choice. We initially place all new students in Intermediate Band until students go through placement auditions and are placed in the appropriate band. The the High School Band Director changes each student's schedule to reflect their placement. |
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What are placement auditions? |
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Placement auditions are designed to assess your musical abilities in order to appropriately place you in the correct band in high school. If you attend Cooper MS, Kilmer MS, or Longfellow MS, these auditions are scheduled to take place at your middle school in the spring. If you attend another MS, please contact Doug Martin, Director of Bands, to schedule an audition. |
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What if I don't currently play an instrument... Can I join band? |
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Yes! Please contact Doug Martin, Director of Bands, for more information. |
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Can I participate in band and be in sports? |
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Yes! There are many opportunities for all students at Langley High School. Some sports are easier to work around than others. However, we try our best to work things through with the activities office. Since we have several "levels" of band, we are able to place you in the appropriate band to make things work, so you can enjoy athletics and band during your high school career! The only exception would be our top band, wind symphony (advanced varsity level band), which would require your attendance at all rehearsals, performances and events (just like a varsity level sport). The only difference is that all after school rehearsals and performances for band are a part of your overall band grade. The key is communication between all parties involved.
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How much after school rehearsals/performances are there? |
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Check out the calendar on the home page. We try to keep after-school rehearsals to a minimum. During September to November, the Marching Band rehearses during the week. In general, November through May, the concert bands rehearse one time per week ahead of the concerts. |
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Do I have to participate in Marching Band? |
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All advanced level band students and percussion ensemble students are required to participate in Marching Band, as per FCPS policy. The Marching Band at Langley HS rehearses after school during the football season and performs at all the home football games. In addition, there is a two-week band camp in August. |
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