ABOUT THE SPECTRUM BAND PROGRAM
Program Philosophy
The goal of the Spectrum Band Program is for students to develop a lasting appreciation for the value of music in their lives. Students are challenged to become the most proficient musician and performer that they are personally capable of. Through rehearsal and performance practices, we strive to develop a sense of self-confidence, self-discipline, motivation, and an inner drive for EXCELLENCE in EVERYTHING we do.
Through their social relationships within the band, students will develop lifelong memories and friendships that are bonded by the challenges they will face and overcome together. Above all, we hope students are able to view their time with the Spectrum Band as an experience that had a positive effect on their lives for years to come.
Program Philosophy
The goal of the Spectrum Band Program is for students to develop a lasting appreciation for the value of music in their lives. Students are challenged to become the most proficient musician and performer that they are personally capable of. Through rehearsal and performance practices, we strive to develop a sense of self-confidence, self-discipline, motivation, and an inner drive for EXCELLENCE in EVERYTHING we do.
Through their social relationships within the band, students will develop lifelong memories and friendships that are bonded by the challenges they will face and overcome together. Above all, we hope students are able to view their time with the Spectrum Band as an experience that had a positive effect on their lives for years to come.
Band Classes
All students attend an in-timetable band class. The primary goal in these band classes is education in music through learning how to play a musical instrument. During these classes students develop skills and abilities through technical/musical studies, music theory, music history and performance technique, making them better/independent musicians.
Courses:
Band 9 - in Period 1 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with P.E. 9.)
Band 10 - in Period 1 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with P.E. 10.)
Band 11 & 12 - in Period 2 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with English 11 and 12.)
Band classes do not have public concerts, however, from these classes students take part in one of the two performing co-curricular Concert Bands - the Junior and Senior Concert Bands.
From here students have the opportunity to participate in the jazz bands, and other specialty performing groups.
All students perform in marching band.
Courses:
Band 9 - in Period 1 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with P.E. 9.)
Band 10 - in Period 1 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with P.E. 10.)
Band 11 & 12 - in Period 2 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternating Fridays.
(Backed with English 11 and 12.)
Band classes do not have public concerts, however, from these classes students take part in one of the two performing co-curricular Concert Bands - the Junior and Senior Concert Bands.
From here students have the opportunity to participate in the jazz bands, and other specialty performing groups.
All students perform in marching band.
Junior Concert Band in performance
Junior Concert Band - This ensemble is made up of Grade 9 and 10 students (and grade 11/12 students learning secondary instruments). This ensemble further develops practical music skills and introduces students to high school music performance practices.
Senior Concert Band in performance
Senior Concert Band - This ensemble is made up of Grade 11 and 12 students (and invited Grade 10s) and has a busy performance schedule - in the community, at school events, at festivals, and at local feeder schools. A major emphasis is placed on traditions, teamwork, performance practices and excellence.
Jazz Bands
Junior Jazz Band at a Jazz Festival
Junior Jazz Band - Junior Jazz rehearses three time a week outside of the timetable. Students are introduced to a wide variety of music associated with the term “jazz.” Student also learn about performance practices, style, and improvisation/soloing. Junior Jazz is made up of Grade 9 and 10 students.
The Junior Jazz Band uses traditional big band instrumentation: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums.
The Junior Jazz Band uses traditional big band instrumentation: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums.
Senior Jazz Band at a Jazz Festival
Senior Jazz Band - Senior Jazz rehearses three times a week outside of the timetable. This group performs/studies a variety of music styles including: jazz, swing, latin, rock and funk. Senior Jazz is made up of Grade 11 and 12 students plus invited Grade 10 students. All jazz band members are members of a concert band class (Band 10 - 12).
The Senior Jazz Band uses traditional big band instrumentation: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums.
The Senior Jazz Band uses traditional big band instrumentation: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums.
Marching Band
Spectrum's Marching Band
The Spectrum Marching Band began in 2006 - a first at Spectrum School. We regularly receive invitations to parades in both Canada and the United States! The band typically performs during Christmas Parades in the winter and the Victoria Day Parade and community parades in the Spring. In 2011 and 2014, Spectrum had the honour of representing Victoria as we performed in the Canadian Football League's Grey Cup Festival Parades (Vancouver, BC). Musical selections include traditional marches and pop tunes (crowd pleasers!). All students in all grades are expected to perform in the marching band activities.
Specialty Ensembles
The Pit Orchestra in rehearsal for "Will Rogers Follies" in 2015
Our specialty ensembles come online at various times throughout the year. These include, but are not limited to the following:
Pit Orchestra - provides the music for our Senior Musical Theatre productions.
Carol Band - Students from Grades 9 -12 play Christmas music in the community and in our feeder schools as well as at Spectrum
Basketball Pep Band - COMING SOON
Jazz Combos, Rock Combos - made up of students, run by students
Pit Orchestra - provides the music for our Senior Musical Theatre productions.
Carol Band - Students from Grades 9 -12 play Christmas music in the community and in our feeder schools as well as at Spectrum
Basketball Pep Band - COMING SOON
Jazz Combos, Rock Combos - made up of students, run by students
