The West Vancouver Youth Band has four levels.  Band members are placed and move through each level on the basis of maturity and musical experience at the discretion of the  music director.

Beginner Band
For students with little or no previous training on an instrument, the Beginner Band's members are usually in grades 5 through 7, aged 10 - 12. Please be aware that priority will be given to students in grade 6 and 7. At the first beginner full band rehearsal, students are presented with a variety of instruments from which to choose one suitable for them.

Junior Band
For Beginner Band graduates, and students with a minimum of one year of musical experience.  Generally grades 6 through 8, age 11 to 13.

Concert Band
For students with a minimum of two years on an instrument, grades 7 - 9, age 12-14. There are currently a limited number of positions available at this level depending on instrument.

Symphonic Band
For the most experienced students, grades 9 - college, age 14 to 19.  There are currently a limited number of positions available at this level depending on instrument.

 

Symphonic Band with guest trumpets from the Vancouver Firefighters Band: