Algonquin Regional High School Music Programs |
ARHS serves students from the towns of Northborough and Southborough in grades 9-12. It is located at 79 Bartlett St., Northborough. The School Phone number is: 508-351-7010. The Fax number is: 508-393-9226. The music department enjoys a broad base of support from throughout the community, the school administration and the student body. Students present a large number of public performances throughout the year encompassing 9 performing ensembles. In addition, Band and Choral students attend various competitions. Below is information on the many varied activities that Algonquin music students are involved in. The volunteer group, Northborough-Southborough Music Association (NSMA) supports these in many ways. Important notice about private lesson scholarships! Algonquin Band & Orchestra Page Algonquin 2007-2008 Music Calendar Fine and Performing Arts FacultyMr. Dennis F. Wrenn - Director of Instrumental Music/Chair of Fine and Performing Arts Miss Amy Collins - Assistant Director of Bands and Instrumental Music Mr. Joshua Miller - Director of Choral Music Mrs. Kathrine Waters - Assistant Director of Choral Music The Band/Orchestra ExperienceApproximately 25% of the student body take part in instrumental music. There are 5 performing ensembles: Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Orchestra, Jazz I and Jazz II. Concert Band members also participate in the school's Marching Band. All bands and orchestra are directed by Mr. Wrenn and Miss Johnson. Besides performing in 3 concerts per year, Concert Band members participate in the annual MICCA concert festival. They are also eligible to attend the annual Music Dept. Trip, usually in May. All instrumental students are eligible to audition for a spot in the Central District Concert Band, Jazz Band, or Orchestra. Successful instrumentalists may be recommended for audition for placement in the All-State Band, Jazz Band, or Orchestra. Band and Orchestra Information The Choral ExperienceARHS currently has approximatly 20% of the student body participating in the choral program and 4 choral performing ensembles. Mr. Miller directs all choral groups. |
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