The Senior High Band maintains a very busy schedule of public performances during the school year. In the fall, all band members participate in the Panther Marching Band that performs at all BHS home football games and several parades. In November, the band program focuses on concert band performance in preparation for a  minimum of three evening concert performances during the remainder of the school year. Course requirements for band include weekly lesson attendance (on a rotating basis), participation in all band performances, and full participation as a member of the Panther Marching Band. Exceptional music students and students planning to enter a career in music may fulfill performance requirements through participation in the BHS band program and may be eligible to participate in New York State School Music Association events (All-State, All-County, Solo Festival).

Music dept grading policy

Lessons – 40%

Each student will be graded for each lesson. This grade will reflect the student’s preparedness, participation, and effort.

Participation – 30%

Participation will be determined by the student’s preparedness, punctuality, and effort level while in their rehearsals. Gum chewing, talking, lateness, and other disruptive acts that detract from the effectiveness of rehearsal will result in a lowered participation grade.

CONCERT ATTENDANCE: A significant portion of each student’s participation grade will be determined by concert attendance, punctuality, preparedness, and overall demeanor while in the warm-up room and on “stage”.

Assessments – 30%

This portion may include written quizzes, written tests, playing tests, proficiency exams, midterms, and finals.

The Symphonic Winds is comprised of a highly select group of musicians numbering approximately 30-40 students. During the fall, in addition to starting their Wind Ensemble repertoire, all Symphonic Winds members participate with the Panther Marching Band which performs at all BHS home football games and  several parades. During the remainder of the school year, there will be a minimum of three evening performances. As with the High School Band, course requirements include weekly lesson attendance (on a rotating basis), participation in all band performances, and full participation as a member of the Panther Marching Band.
 

Music dept grading policy

Lessons – 40%

Each student will be graded for each lesson. This grade will reflect the student’s preparedness, participation, and effort.

Participation – 30%

Participation will be determined by the student’s preparedness, punctuality, and effort level while in their rehearsals. Gum chewing, talking, lateness, and other disruptive acts that detract from the effectiveness of rehearsal will result in a lowered participation grade.

CONCERT ATTENDANCE: A significant portion of each student’s participation grade will be determined by concert attendance, punctuality, preparedness, and overall demeanor while in the warm-up room and on “stage”.

Assessments – 30%

This portion may include written quizzes, written tests, playing tests, proficiency exams, midterms, and finals.

Junior High Band meets every other day. Course requirements for band include weekly lesson attendance (based on a rotating schedule) and participation in all band performances. Students will gain experience in playing music of different time periods, cultures, and in numerous styles. Students will also further their knowledge and technical ability of their specific instrument. It should be noted that junior high band is a two-year commitment and students are required to participate during seventh and eighth grade.

Music dept grading policy

Lessons – 40%

Each student will be graded for each lesson. This grade will reflect the student’s preparedness, participation, and effort.

Participation – 30%

Participation will be determined by the student’s preparedness, punctuality, and effort level while in their rehearsals. Gum chewing, talking, lateness, and other disruptive acts that detract from the effectiveness of rehearsal will result in a lowered participation grade.

CONCERT ATTENDANCE: A significant portion of each student’s participation grade will be determined by concert attendance, punctuality, preparedness, and overall demeanor while in the warm-up room and on “stage”.

Assessments – 30%

This portion may include written quizzes, written tests, playing tests, proficiency exams, midterms, and finals.