Students are given private lesson instruction in orchestra or band instruments. They receive weekly one on one instruction. This course will assist students to develop, through personal attention, proper tone production techniques such as embouchure, posture, playing position, breath control, bow control, and left hand control. Students develop, through personal attention, proper performing techniques such as articulation, scales, arpeggios, sight reading, vibrato, and fingering/positions. Students develop, through personal attention, musicianship techniques such as practice habits, phrasing, style and period, and solo and ensemble playing. Students will demonstrate performance proficiency for their applied teacher on a weekly basis. Performance at the Prince George’s County Solo and Ensemble is mandatory. A jury evaluation will be required at the end of each semester.
