Marching/Concert Band Information

PGHS Concert Band- This is a performance ensemble that provides fundamental instruction, theory, and practice in wind and percussion instruments. Instruction and performance during the first 9 to 10 weeks of the school year focuses on Marching Band; during the rest of the year the focus will be on concert literature. Students enrolled in this course will perform at a variety of concerts and school programs including our annual seasonal concerts, festivals, parades, and athletic events. The students are taught the principles of individual and group achievement through practice and performance with their instrument. Musicianship, group unity and performance are the primary goals of this course. This class may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: At least one year of band experience on same instrument. 






PGHS Marching Band- This is a performance ensemble that provides fundamental instruction on marching techniques and practice in wind and percussion marching instruments. Instruction during the first 9 to 10 weeks of the school year focuses on Marching Band. Concert Band members make up the Marching Band. The most active of bands, it requires extra rehearsals, summer rehearsals, and some weekend time throughout the school year. The marching band performs at athletic events, parades, and band reviews. This class may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: At least one year of band experience on same instrument