Fine & Performing Arts
Mixed Chorus
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This class is available to all students at Asheboro High School. It is designed for those students who enjoy singing and wants to grow as a musician. Emphasis is placed on the basic fundamentals of proper singing and the development of musical skills. A wide variety of choral music is studied. Preparation for and participation in all concerts is required. This course may be repeated for credit.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
Concert Chorus - Fall and Spring
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Concert Chorus is comprised of a highly select group of students. Students are selected through an audition process. Emphasis is placed on refined, high-quality choral singing. A wide variety of choral music is studied and performed, ranging from popular to classical, sacred to secular. While the course is designed for sophomores, juniors, and seniors, advanced freshmen may qualify for participation through auditions conducted prior to registration. Preparation for and participation in all concerts is required. Activities during the year include fall, winter, spring, and end-of-year concerts, and district Music Performance Adjudication. Students at this level may audition to participate in state events such as All-State Chorus. This course may be repeated for credit.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Audition
Honors Ensemble
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Honors Vocal Ensemble is the most advanced choral group at AHS. Students are selected through an audition process, and qualified students must have successfully completed at least one year of an auditioned high school chorus or band ensemble. While the course is designed for juniors and seniors, advanced sophomores may qualify for participation through auditions conducted prior to registration. Preparation for and participation in all concerts is required. Activities during the year include fall, winter, spring, and end-of-year concerts and district Music Performance Adjudication. The group will perform in all school choral concerts and in various other situations, such as state festivals and community events. Students at this level may audition to participate in state events such as All-State Chorus, Honors Chorus, and other similar events. In addition to performing, the students will develop musicianship skills including interpretation and analysis of standard and non-standard musical notation, chord structure, musical form, and vocabulary. Students may apply to receive honors credit.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: One year in chorus or band and audition
Introductory Art
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Introductory Art introduces design concepts and skills of working with various art media. The course encourages creativity and aesthetic and technical development in the production of works of art. Included also is a broad general introduction to the history and styles of artists. Introductory Art includes experiences in drawing, painting, printing, collage, sculpture, and design.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
Intermediate Art
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Intermediate Art is intended to develop the creative individual abilities of the student who has been successful in Introdcutory Art. Quality and serious involvement in the production of art are emphasized. The course covers more complex techniques, such as silk screen, dry point, sculpture, oil painting, and design problems. In-depth studies of artists, the history of modern art, and critical thinking are stressed
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Introductory Art
Visual Art III (Proficient)
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Visual Art (Proficient) is an advanced course designed for serious and highly motivated students who are planning a career or further study in the arts. Emphasis will be placed on creative development and unusual approaches to art problems. Skills learned in previous art courses will be modified and enhanced in order to prepare students for careers in their chosen field. Creative problem solving, commercial design and modern art movements will be explored. Independent projects and portfolio development will be an expectation. This course may be repeated for credit.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Intermediate Art, Recommendation: A or B average in Art Foundations II
Visual Art IV (Advanced)
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Advanced Visual Art (Proficient) is an advanced course designed for serious and highly motivated students who are planning a career or further study in the arts. Emphasis will be placed on creative development and unusual approaches to art problems. Skills learned in previous art courses will be modified and enhanced in order to prepare students for careers in their chosen field. Creative problem solving, commercial design and modern art movements will be explored. Independent projects and portfolio development will be an expectation. This course may be repeated for credit.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Visual Art III and Instructor Approval
Beginning Band
This accelerated course is designed for high-achieving freshman and sophomore students who missed the opportunity to begin band in middle school and for those students who need additional time to develop skills due to missed instruction during the pandemic. Students interested in learning to play a band instrument may apply to be in the beginning band class. School instruments can be provided for Tuba, Baritone, French Horn, Oboe, Bassoon, and Bass Clarinet. Other instruments such as Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, and Trombone would need to be purchased by the student. Basic music fundamentals will also be taught. Upon completion of the course and instructor approval, students may be eligible to enroll in the symphonic band or wind ensemble.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-10
Band
BAND
Fall Concert Band/Marching Band: Grades 9-12 Fall and Concert Band: Grades 9-12 Spring
The Asheboro High School Bands are for qualified 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade instrumentalists and continue the musical skills developed in the middle school program. Students who have not participated in the 8th grade band must audition to qualify. All band members are expected to participate in marching band, which runs concurrent with the football season. Several parades are included. However, the bulk of the year is spent in a concert band setting in preparation for three major concerts: Winter, MPA (Music Performance Adjudication), and Spring.
The Symphonic Band is open to all grades 9-12 band members. Emphasis will be placed upon continued musical development through a variety of popular and classical literature.
The Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony are open to grades 9-12 band students by audition only. These smaller groups will concentrate on a wide variety of advanced literature, including opportunities for smaller ensembles, conducting and arranging. Students may apply to receive honors credit.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Instructor
Jazz Improvisation/Jazz Band
JAZZ
This is an advanced music performance class designed for instrumentalists who wish to explore the art of jazz improvisation. The class is open to current members of concert band and/or those with piano, guitar, and bass guitar skills. If necessary, auditions will be held to establish a reasonable instrumentation for a standard jazz band. Students will delve into theory, history, and practice of jazz and will participate in intensive listening and playing exercises with computerized and live accompaniment. Regular concerts will be scheduled and required throughout the year. This is a “zero period” class, meeting daily at 7:30-8:15 am. Both semesters are required for one honors credit.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Permission of Instructor