Advanced Band

Advanced band/marching band is for students who have successfully completed beginning band. There will be after school rehearsals and concerts through out the school year. Advanced band is a 1 year course.

Here are some useful items for the school year:

Handbook

Permission slip

Email Ms. Bruce -leslie.bruce@marion.k12.fl.us

Band shirt form

Scale sheets  *Make sure you only print the page number for your instrument.  No need to print all 16 pages.

Assignments for Advanced Band

All students should practice their scales.  Students should practice a minimum of 15 minutes a day outside of the classroom setting.  Smart music tests are due twice each nine weeks.  Grade will be reduced for late tests.

Important Dates

The following link will allow you to view the calendar of events for the year for advanced band. Calendar of events

 September 20 Band booster meeting 5:00 p.m. in band room  We will discuss help for the fundraiser.

Oct. 11 thru Nov.1 Percussion rehearsal after school until 3:30.  They will also be required to attend full marching band rehearsals.

Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 29  Full marching band rehearsal after school until 3:30 p.m.

Nov. 29 Band booster meeting 5:00 p.m. in band room  We will discuss help for the parade and concert.

Dec. 6 Winter Concert 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 8 Ocala Christmas Parade