MIXED CHORUS Grade 9 9260.09,  Grade 10 9260.10, Grade 11 9260.11,  Grade 12 9260.12

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

This course is open to all grade levels. Correct singing and good musicianship are stressed. Development of musical skills and understanding are emphasized. Both sacred and secular music are performed. Outside-of school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the director.

CHORALE Grade 9 9292.09,  Grade 10 9292.10,  Grade 11 9292.11,  Grade 12 9292.12

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Audition

This course requires the highest degree of performance from each member while further developing individual vocal skills and musical understanding. Previous training in one of the other choral ensembles is helpful but not necessary. Emphasis is placed on individual vocal production, sight-reading, music fundamentals, and vocal techniques. Both sacred and secular music are performed. Strict requirements are placed on each member. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the director.

VOCAL ENSEMBLE Grade 9 9280.09,  Grade 10 9280.10, Grade 11 9280.11,  Grade 12 9280.12

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

Emphasis is on the art of small ensemble singing, individual vocal production, and a cappella singing techniques. Both sacred and secular music are performed. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the director.

CONCERT BAND (with Marching Band) Grade 9 9232M,  Grade 10 9233M, Grade 11 9234M,  Grade 12 9244M

Credit(s): 1.5 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This group consists of students who have the ability to play music from Grade I to Grade V. This course stresses performance skills development, sightreading, and musical understanding; students will perform in several programs throughout the year. Some members may be selected to play with the Symphonic Band as their skills develop to the level of that band. Members of this organization will participate in the Marching Band with members of the Symphonic Band. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the instructor.

CONCERT BAND (without Marching Band) Grade 9 9232,  Grade 10 9233, Grade 11 9234 Grade 12 9244

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This group consists of students who have the ability to play music from Grade I to Grade V. This course stresses performance skills development, sightreading, and musical understanding; students will perform in several programs throughout the year. Some members may be selected to play with the Symphonic Band as their skills develop to the level of that band. Outside-of school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the instructor.

SYMPHONIC BAND (with Marching Band) Grade 9 9237M,  Grade 10 9238M, Grade 11 9239M,  Grade 12 9242M

Credit(s): 1.5 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This course requires the highest degree of performance from each member while further developing individual instrumental skills and musical understanding. This class requires the student to participate in the Marching Band. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the instructor.

SYMPHONIC BAND (without Marching Band) Grade 9 9237,  Grade 10 9238, Grade 11 9239,  Grade 12 9242

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This course requires the highest degree of performance from each member while further developing individual instrumental skills and musical understanding. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the instructor.

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE Grade 9 9250.09,  Grade 10 9250.10, Grade 11 9250.11,  Grade 12 9250.12

Credit(s): 1 for HS Only Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This course is open to students who are interested in advancing their abilities through small ensemble playing and enlarging their knowledge of the literature and styles of music for their particular instruments. Students must be members of band classes. Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by director.

STAGE BAND Grade 9 9425,  Grade 10 9426, Grade 11 9427,  Grade 12 9428, Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of instructor

This course is for students with an interest in learning about and performing all styles of “pop” music from Dixieland to the present with an emphasis on the “big band” style. Instrumentation for this group could be a combination of the following: saxophones (alto, tenor, baritone); trumpets; trombones; guitar; bass; piano; and traps (with additional instruments as required by the music). Outside-of-school rehearsals and performances are required unless excused by the director.

MUSIC THEORY & COMPOSITION 9225

Credit(s): 1 Grade level(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Previous music experience and recommendation of instructor

This course is the study of the components of music, melody, rhythm, form, and harmony. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of ear training, sight-reading, and part writing.