Instrumental Music Department

Our Instrumental Music Department has an amazing group of talented musicians ranging from classical to modern. Our students participate in a full Orchestra/ Band/Ensamble. We also have our pianists, guitarists and more.

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Remember that every Wednesday OCSA hosts a recital from 2PM to 3PM.

All Parents and guests are welcome to join us, be sure to go to the front office to obtain a visitor's pass!

OCSA Summer Band Camp High School 2010

This camp is a required event for both new and returning OCSA band students presently in grades 8-11. The camp will begin on August 2 and will run Monday through Thursday until August 12th. The camp will start each day at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. The camp will be held on the OCSA school campus. There is no cost for the camp.

Our goal will be to prepare students for the coming year, to prepare for All-State auditions, learn things not easily accessible during the school year and do work for improvement in Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band and 2 jazz bands. The titles of music for All-State can be found on the internet at www.flmusiced.org/fba/ under All State/Audition requirements. Students wishing to try out for All-State will be screened at this time. There will be a concert on Wednesday, August 11th at 7:00 p.m.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. There will be special fun activities planned by our OCSA Band Officers to help us get better acquainted.

For any questions or additional information, call Bill Henley at 407-931-4803 (OCSA) or 407-348-5013 (home). Email at henleyb@osceola.k12.fl.us Bill Henley Osceola County School for the Arts

OCSA Summer Band Camp Middle School 2010

This camp is a required event for both new and returning OCSA band students presently in grades 5-7. The camp will begin on August 2 and will run Monday through Thursday until August 12th. The camp will start each day at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. The camp will be held on the OCSA school campus. There is no cost for the camp.

Our goal will be to prepare students for the coming year, to prepare for All-State auditions, learn things not easily accessible during the school year. The titles of music for All-State can be found on the internet at www.flmusiced.org/fba/ under All State/Audition requirements. Students wishing to try out for All-State will be screened at this time.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. There will be special fun activities planned by our OCSA Band Officers to help us get better acquainted.

For any questions or additional information, email Mr. Weaver at weaverr@osceola.k12.fl.us Russ Weaver Osceola County School for the Arts 407-931-4803 or Mr. Weaver's cell phone# 407-301-5359

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Interested in Our Instrumental Music Department?

If you are interested in attending OCSA and our Instrumental Music Department, please be prepared to perform the following:

a) Two contrasting pieces that, at appropriate level, demonstrate tone quality and technical skills. b) As many major scales as possible. c) Students will complete a short music theory test and will demonstrate MS/HS sightreading skills and basic ear training.

Audition

Sixth grade students will be given full consideration and will be selected based on their potential for success, academic background and prepared audition.

These students do not need to have previous experience on a band or orchestra instrument. They may audition on recorder or piano for entrance in the band or orchestra program, but will be required to rent or purchase a band or orchestra instrument if accepted.

Applicants will have an interview with a faculty member. All activities will be evaluated based on student's age, grade, and experience level.