A primary goal for the year is to develop a much larger repertoire than last year. In order to do that, we need to have a much better approach regarding the importance of practice in comparison of rehearsal. Students will be given specific portions of music that need to be mastered on their own each week. The sections of material will be listed on the whiteboard in front of the classroom. Students will be assessed (graded) on their diligence in mastering that material.
The Symphonic Band is the premier concert wind ensemble at Pennridge High School.
On Monday, March 16, 2009, the School Board voted to change the fundamental organizational structure of the band program at Pennridge High School. The new rules are as follows:
Marching band is no longer required to be in Symphonic Band.
Students who elect to march, and are also a member of Symphonic Band will receive Honors credit.
All other students will receive Academic credit.
This policy was implemented effective immediately.
All athletes who previously had exemptions are no longer eligible to receive honors credit. Those students are certainly encouraged to remain in Symphonic Band, but will only receive Academic credit.
Rehearsal vs. practice