Wind Symphony Information
Directors: Todd Dixon
This course is specifically designed for the advanced instrumental student who has proven through audition the ability to perform above average in the areas of technical ability, sight reading, and audio perception. Students in the Wind Symphony are expected to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and be leaders in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 10-12
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor.
Wind Ensemble Information
Directors: Paul Heuer
This course is specifically designed for the advanced instrumental student who has proven through audition the ability to perform above average in the areas of technical ability, sight reading, and audio perception. Students in the Wind Symphony are expected to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and be leaders in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 10-12
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor.
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Symphonic Band Information
Director: Paul Heuer
This course is specifically designed for the upper level intermediate instrumental student. While continuing to develop technical ability and basic musicianship, students are involved in the rehearsal and the performance of easy to medium level difficulty band literature. Students in the Symphonic Band are encouraged to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and contribute in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 10-12
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor
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Concert Band Information
Director: Todd Dixon
This course is specifically designed for the intermediate level instrumental student. While continuing to develop technical ability and basic musicianship, students are involved in the rehearsal and the performance of easy to medium level difficulty band literature. Students in the Concert Band are encouraged to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and contribute in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 9-12
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor.
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Wylie East Symphonic Information
Director: Glenn Lambert
This course is specifically designed for the upper level intermediate instrumental student. While continuing to develop technical ability and basic musicianship, students are involved in the rehearsal and the performance of easy to medium level difficulty band literature. Students in the Symphonic Band are encouraged to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and contribute in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 9
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor
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Wylie East Concert Information
Director: Glenn Lambert
This course is specifically designed for the intermediate level instrumental student. While continuing to develop technical ability and basic musicianship, students are involved in the rehearsal and the performance of easy to medium level difficulty band literature. Students in the Concert Band are encouraged to be enrolled in private lessons and participate in the All-Region Auditions, Solo & Ensemble, and contribute in other performing ensembles such as Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, and Percussion Ensemble. Required participation in extra-curricular activities range from as much as 8 hours of outside rehearsal to as little as 1 extra hour of rehearsal each week. Students will receive 1/2 credit P.E. equivalency for participation in the marching band. Audition and other criteria will determine membership.
Grade Levels: 9
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor.
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Jazz Band Information
Director: Glenn Lambert
This performance-oriented organization is designed for the advanced instrumental student who has proven through audition the ability to perform above average as a member of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, or Wind Symphony and must maintain membership in one of these groups in order to be eligible for the Jazz Band. Students will study and perform jazz music from the mid 1900’s to the present time. Students will be involved in a variety of performances and competitions. This ensemble frequently performs at various school and civic functions.
Grade Levels: 9-12
Prerequisites: Audition and/or Approval of the Instructor. In addition, students must be a member of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band or Wind Symphony unless the director has approved enrollment in the class due to special needs of the program.
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That Wylie Band (Full Marching Band)
Director: Todd Dixon
That Wylie Band consist of all students in grades 9-12. Members of That
Wylie Band will attend all football games and perform throughout the game in
the bleachers. They will perform in a pre-game show for all home games and
will perform at half-time during all play-off games should the football team
advance. They will also perform on the field for the drill team at
half-time at all games. Students who are in That Wylie Band are only
responsible for rehearsals for That Wylie Band and are not expected to
attend the Competition Band rehearsals.
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Varsity Marching Band
Director: Todd Dixon
Any student in grades 9-12 is eligible for a position in
this group. Students who are selected for the competition band will
participate in all the activities listed above for members of That Wylie
Band. In addition, they will perform at all half-time shows throughout the
season, and will attend all marching band contests in the fall.