This course builds upon the knowledge and skills acquired in Piano I. Students will continue to learn to read music, refine proper finger techniques, study chords, and play melodies. This course is largely performance-based. Students will be assessed on participation, practice, and performance.
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Piano I
This introductory course familiarizes students with the basic elements of piano playing. It is designed for individuals with little or no experience playing the piano. Students will learn to read music, identify proper finger techniques, study chords, and play melodies. This course is largely performance-based. Students will be assessed on participation, practice, and performance.
Guitar II
This course is a continuation of Guitar I. Topics include learning to read Tab Notation, complex chords, and continued melodic technique. Students will be assessed on participation, practice, and performance.
Guitar I
This is an introductory course to familiarize students with the basic elements of guitar playing. It is designed for individuals with little or no experience playing the guitar. Students will learn how to recognize the parts of a guitar, tune the instrument, read music, play melodies, study basic chords, and identify proper hand positions. This course is largely performance-based. Students will be assessed on participation, practice, and performance.
Bucket Drumming 101
Students will learn to play various rhythmic pieces of music at the beginner level with good musicianship. Students who have previous experience reading music may start at the intermediate or advanced level at the discretion of the instructor. Students will review basic music skills including steady beat, rhythm, and dynamics. They will experience introductory percussive techniques and sight-reading skills in this course.
Jazz Band
Jazz BandGrade Levels: 9-12 1446Term: YearCredits: .5Students will perform various works from different jazz genres throughout the year. All students playing a Big Band-era jazz instrument are welcome to join the Jazz…
Concert Band
Students will perform various works of music throughout the year. Emphasis is on technique, skill development, and practice. Members of the concert band are required to attend all rehearsals and participate in all public performances. Small group or individual lessons are also mandatory.
String Orchestra
String Orchestra is open to students with experience playing the violin, viola, cello, and/or bass, and who are interested in developing their individual and ensemble skills. Emphasis includes listening and playing as an ensemble, and developing more specific technical skills such as intonation, phrasing, rhythm, bow techniques, vibrato, shifting, higher positions, and tone production. Rehearsals and lessons are mandatory. Participation in all public performances is required.
Chamber Choir
Chamber Choir is a select ensemble with an audition requirement. This class will provide an advanced and musically enriching experience for students who have been studying music from K-12. Repertoire will include: SATB w/divisi, Madrigals, Masterworks, foreign language repertoire, sight-singing with intervals, 4-part sight singing, complex meters, etc. Grading will be based on performance, technique, preparation, participation, and completion of assignments. Small group or individual rehearsals are also mandatory. Participation in all public performances is required
Concert Choir
Students will perform various classic and modern choral literature throughout the year. They will learn proper vocal technique and skills in maintaining vocal health. There is also an emphasis on sight-reading and the development of aural skills. Members of the Concert Choir are required to attend rehearsals and performances after school. Small group or individual rehearsals are also mandatory. Participation in all public performances is required. Small group or individual rehearsals are also mandatory. Students enrolled in this course will also be eligible to audition for our select Chamber Choir ensemble.