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River Hill high School

12101 Route 108

Clarksville, MD 21029

 

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The Band Program at River Hill

The Band Program at River Hill is comprised of both curricular and co-curricular ensembles which challenge students to grow both as musicians and as responsible young men and women.

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Curricular ensembles are defined as those that meet during the regular school day and for which students receive credit.

                    Curricular ensembles include:

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Wind Ensemble

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Symphonic Band

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Jazz Ensemble

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Percussion Ensemble

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Co-Curricular ensembles are defined as those which meet beyond the regular school day.  In order to participate, students must also be enrolled in a curricular music ensemble.

Co-Curricular ensembles include:

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Jazz Lab

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Jazz Combo

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Marching Band

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Chamber Ensembles

The Band Handbook

The Band Handbook contains important information about grading, attendance, class requirements, concert attire, awards and honors, as well as other policies which affect band students.  CLICK HERE to view a printable copy of the 2007-08 Band Handbook.

Syllabus and Grading Information

The director uses several tools for grading.  See these pdf documents for policies and assessments:

Syllabus

Grading Criteria:  Winds    Jazz    Percussion

Technical Assessment Tool:  Winds    Jazz    Percussion (Snare)    Percussion (Mallets)

Performance Assessment Tool:  Winds    Jazz    Percussion

 
  
 
Last updated 09/02/2007