Band
The ACA band is a group who strives for excellence in music, performance, and Christian character. ACA band staff aims to provide a unique experience in order to uplift and push our students to be the best they can be. It is a goal that requires hours of work, motivation, and camaraderie. More information regarding all bands at Alabama Christian Academy, including the award-winning ACA Marching Eagle Band and Colorguard, can be found at www.acamusic.org.
Marching Eagle Band
The ACA Marching Eagle Band is an award-winning marching band that travels and competes throughout the state of Alabama. It is one of the largest and most closely-knit organizations at Alabama Christian Academy. This group is comprised of young musicians and Colorguard members who develop and perform a field show for competition. These students share a passion for performing and strive for excellence. ACA’s Marching Band is made up of 8th-12th graders who have met the playing requirements to be in Advanced Band Class.
Advanced Band
Advanced Band is also referred to as Marching Band (marching season) or Symphonic Band (concert season). Due to the difficulty of music played in Advanced Band, it’s crucial that students can thoroughly demonstrate the concepts previously learned in Beginning and Intermediate Band. During the spring semester, the Advanced Band attends the state’s Music Performance Assessment, getting scored by judges and consistently earning superior ratings.
Intermediate Band
The Intermediate Band is comprised of both middle school and high school students who have completed their first year of band, but have not yet met the playing requirements for the Advanced Band.
Beginning Band
The Beginning Band is for players who have never played a band instrument. Students will have the opportunity to choose and learn a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument.
Jazz Band
Advanced Band students may elect to audition for the ACA Jazz Band. Students will learn how to interact and perform through jazz literature. They will also learn the foundations of improvisation and jazz theory. The entire Jazz Band rehearses outside of school hours after marching season has concluded.
Percussion Ensemble
Membership in the ACA Percussion Ensemble is required for all Advanced Band percussionists. Being in the Percussion Ensemble allows students to dig deeper into the fundamentals of a variety of percussion instruments and musical styles that are normally not covered in Advanced Band.
