What is Blue2 Winds?
Founded in 2021, Blue2 Winds is an extracurricular chamber winds program (it is NOT a marching ensemble). Students rehearse and perform in small groups (such as quartets, instrument choirs) focusing on independence in musicianship. The program is designed to develop students to be successful in all aspects of the MASD band program, whether it be concert, jazz, or marching band. The program is open to all MASD woodwind & brass students enrolled in grades 5-12, and serves as a music honors program for 5th & 6th grade students nominated by their elementary band teachers.
Program Goals
The Blue2 Winds program strives to create independent musicians who can be leaders within our concert, jazz, and marching programs. We work to prepare students for whatever musical challenges they choose to pursue. A member of Blue2 Winds should feel confident in their ability to not only perform at the highest level in their school ensembles, but will also be prepared for co-curricular activities such as Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Solo & Ensemble.
Additionally, we focus on building a sense of community and friendship between our various grades of wind players. Unlike in the curricular bands, students in Blue2 Winds will have the opportunity to interact and perform with students in other grade levels, allowing us to build a culture of excellence that bridges each of our PVMS and MHS bands.
Why Chamber Music?
Chamber ensembles are incredibly diverse. Certain pieces will dictate which specific instruments are needed while others allow for "open" instrumentation where any combination of instruments can be used. This gives us the ability to tailor our musical selections specifically to what will best serve out students' development. Performing in small groups also helps each student build more musical independence as each part is often covered by only a single player. The small group model also allows instructional staff t give more attention to each individual student.
Participation Requirements
Participation requirements are listed below. If you have more questions on whether your student can participate, please contact Mrs. Angoli at angolem@masd.k12.wi.us.
Blue2 Winds Participation Requirements:
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Enrolled in the Mukwonago Area School District
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Currently in grades 5-12
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Meets at least one of the following three criteria:
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Currently signed up for a year-round curricular band class on a wind instrument
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Qualifying classes include: Elementary 5th or 6th Grade Band, PVMS 7th or 8th Grade Band, MHS Concert Winds, MHS Symphonic Band, or MHS Wind Ensemble.
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PVMS/MHS Jazz Ensemble or Marching Band do NOT qualify.​
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Instructor's Consent (contact Mrs. Angoli at angolem@masd.k12.wi.us)
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intended for students who have not yet had the opportunity to meet one of the above options or are facing a set of extraordinary circumstances.
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will be considered on a case-by-case basis
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an example of a student likely to be approved would be a current 7th grade student who did both band & orchestra in 6th grade, but could only fit one in their schedule during 7th grade.
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however, students who have had the opportunity to meet one of the above criteria but choose not to are unlikely to be approved.
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example: a student who dropped their curricular band class part way through high school.​
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Additionally, all MHS students participating will be held to the MHS Athletic/Activity Code of Conduct, including the random drug test policy. (This does NOT apply to PVMS or Elementary school students).
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Rehearsal Structure
Blue2 Winds rehearses 2-3 Saturdays per month from 8:00am to Noon. Performances occur on a variety of days and times. For our complete rehearsal & performance schedule (including a one-click "add to my google calendar" option), please visit our Schedule/Calendar page.
Membership Dues
For a breakdown of membership dues, please visit our registration page. (see below)