Central Music Program
Welcome to
Central CUSD #3
Music Program
Here you can find information about the different music classes and performance groups at Central, stay up to date on current happenings with our program, and even watch videos of our previous performances.
Music for all ages!
The Central Music Program starts at the elementary level, and then continues through middle school, junior high, and high school. Once students are in 5th grade they have the opportunity to participate in Band and/or Chorus, and will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop those musical skills through their senior year of high school.
General Music
Music is a regular part of all students classes in grades K-4. Classes focus on establishing a strong foundation in music, and learning about a wide variety of musical genres and styles.
5th Grade Band
This is where band starts. Students will be invited to an instrument trial event where they can explore the different instruments and choose which instrument they would like to play. The rest of the year is spent learning the very basics of playing instruments. Most of the year is spent playing in groups of similar instruments.
6th Grade Band
Picking up where 5th Grade Band Left off, students are now rehearsing with all of the other students in the band at the same time. Classes explore new musical concepts, and emphasize the importance of playing together.
5/6th Grade Chorus
Once students enter Junior High, they will have the option to join Chorus. 5/6 Grade Chorus builds upon what students learned while in elementary and middle school, and teaches them new musical concepts such as harmony, or singing in a foreign language.
7/8 Grade Band
Meeting every other day, 7/8 Grade Band builds on what was learned in 6th grade, but takes it to the next level. Students will learn more complex rhythms, new notes, and learn how to play different styles of music. Students will also be able to participate in the annual Solo/Ensemble contest, which provides them the opportunity to perform individually or with a small group.
7/8 Grade Chorus
Students will learn more about how to read music, and will start working on singing multiple parts at the same time. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the annual Solo/Ensemble contest.
HS Band
At this level students will not only build on previous musical concepts so that they can play more complex music, but they will also participate in marching band and pep band. Students will also have the opportunity to compete individually in the Illinois Music Education Association's District and State competitions, as well as continuing to participate in Solo/Ensemble contest.
HS Chorus
Students at this level will be singing more complex music with multiple layers of harmony. Music will be in a variety of different styles and languages. Students will also have the opportunity to solo with the chorus in various pieces, as well as participate in Solo/Ensemble contest and the Illinois Music Education Association's District and State competitions.
