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Course Offerings

  • Intermediate Band
  • Advanced Band
  • Percussion Ensemble
  • AP Music Theory
  • Music Composition and Recording Senior Seminar
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Band Classes

At MLWGS, you will receive a comprehensive instrumental performance education. All students at MLWGS perform concert and jazz music for a well-rounded experience. Additionally, MLWGS offers musical opportunities not offered by other programs, including percussion ensemble class , Advanced Placement courses and Senior Seminars which are offered for musicians interested in advanced theoretical concepts, songwriting, and music production. Music is taught in a non-competitive, inviting atmosphere with a high standard for excellence.

Starting in 2023,  seniors will be eligible to take Intensive Advanced Band. This course is designed for District and State level players and awards additional GPA credit.

Additional questions? Contact Mr. Merillat at 
nmerillat@gsgis.k12.va.us

Course planning guide

9th Grade
Wind and Brass Track: Intermediate Band

​OR

Percussion, Piano, and Guitar 
Percussion Ensemble

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10th Grade
Wind and Brass Track:
Advanced Band
​(by audition)
​OR

Percussion, Piano, and Guitar 
Percussion Ensemble

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11th Grade
Wind and Brass Track:
Advanced Band

​OR
Percussion, Piano, and Guitar 
Percussion Ensemble


OPTIONAL PLUS​
AP Music Theory
Open to all students with instructor approval
12th Grade
Wind and Brass Track:
Intensive Advanced Band (by audition)

​OR
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​Advanced Band

​OR
Percussion, Piano, and Guitar 
Percussion Ensemble


OPTIONAL PLUS​
Music Composition and Recording Senior Seminar

AND / OR
AP Music Theory
Open to all students with instructor approval

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