Grade 9 CourseS 

Which course is for you? 

The following descriptions are to help Grade 8 students determine which music class is the best fit for them. These aren't complete course descriptions, but will hopefully help when selecting what instrument and level of instruction is most appropriate. 

Options include: Strings, Vocals, Band, Integrated Arts, Modern Band (new 2022).

STRINGS

Beginner Strings: AMS1O2

This course is designed for students who would like to learn how to play violin, viola, cello or bass. This level is appropriate for students who have some experience (first half of a book 1 class method book) or no experience at all.

Advanced Strings: AMS1O1

Advanced Strings is for students who have previous experience playing violin, viola, cello or bass. Students who are working in the second half of a book 1 method book to those who have had lessons are encouraged to take this level.

VOCAL

Beginner Vocal: AMV1O2

This course is suitable for students with less than one year of  vocal instruction or no musical training.

Advanced Vocal: AMV1O1

Students who have experience singing in choirs or some formal training are best suited for this level.

BAND

Beginner Band: AMI1O2

This course is designed for students who would like to learn how to play a wind, brass or a cross section of percussion instruments. This level is appropriate for students who have some experience (first half of a book 1 class method book) or no experience at all.

Advanced Band: AMI1O1

Advanced Band is for students who have previous experience playing a wind, brass or percussion instrument. Students who are working in the second half of a book 1 method book to those who have had lessons are encouraged to take this level.

MODERN BAND - Returning after a successful first year!

Modern Band: AMU1O1

The Modern Band course is open to all levels of musical experience from beginner to accomplished. In this course students will learn basic performance skills on three instruments: keyboards, drums and guitar. Emphasis will be placed on Popular Music from a variety of styles.

INTEGRATED ARTS

Integrated Arts: ALC1O1

This is a combined arts course that integrates Music (vocal) and Drama. All levels of experience in both fields are welcome.