M/US Instrumental Music

Our Middle and Upper School instrumental ensembles provide students with a holistic musical education, emphasizing core elements like melody, harmony, rhythm, tone color, texture, and form. Students, through their selected instruments, master the art of combining these elements with expressiveness to create a harmonious ensemble sound.

Each ensemble's repertoire is thoughtfully chosen, taking into account group instrumentation, student preferences, and individual strengths. These ensembles actively participate in scheduled concerts, MSBOA Solo & Ensemble Festivals, and attend performances by community professional musicians.

One notable feature of Roeper's program is the inclusion of a curricular jazz program, where jazz bands meet during the school day. This program encourages students to explore diverse styles and delve deeper into jazz music with no restrictions on instrumentation.