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.
Category: No Prerequisites
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.
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.
Sculpture I
This is an introductory 3D art course. Students will explore the elements of art and how they are used in the creation of 3D pieces while beginning to implement the principles of design. Students will work with materials including wire, paper, and plaster. There will be an investigation of relevant artists/movements, allowing students to enhance abilities to discuss and critique their sculptures.
Drawing I
This course will further explore the elements of art and principles of design and how they are used to create drawings. Students will expand their drawing techniques, including but not limited to hatching, cross hatching, scumbling, stippling, and blending, with a focus on how they are used to create value, form, and texture in a drawing. Relevant artists/movements will be investigated as students enhance their abilities to discuss and critique artwork.
Comics, Illustration, and Animation
Explore the design concepts and artistic principles of illustration, comics, and animation. Learn the complete workflow for designing, inking, and coloring comic book/graphic novel illustrations as you develop unique character designs, develop the ability to illustrate your own stories, and learn the basics of traditional and stop-motion animation.
Foundations of Art
In this introductory course students explore a variety of ways to make art, including: photography, drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, and sculpture. Students will study the Elements of Art along with the Principles of Design as they create works of art based on the techniques listed above. During this course, students will complete art history investigations while also developing their basic skills associated with discussing and critiquing artwork.
Students who are considering an art focus during high school should take the year-long Studio 1 course.
Morning News Broadcast
This course allows students to take part in the CCS Morning News. Students will learn how to prepare for daily broadcasts through development of scripts, segments, video coverage and technical training/troubleshooting. Students will be placed in production teams and will be guided through the broadcast production stages from development through live stream. Depending on assignment, students will report during homeroom to participate in the live stream of our morning broadcasts. Students are required to be able to take video for production assignments throughout the year. A handful of these events may take place outside of school. This course requires a strong commitment, but will help students build broadcast and project experience for daily LIVE news broadcasts and regular segments.