*Students in any grade can access all courses. The grades listed are recommended age ranges, so students below this range should consult with their counselor prior to enrollment. ** = Courses with no prerequisite requirements 

Concert Band/Marching Band **

Recommended for Grades 9-12 * Year Course – 68145/68146 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: A recommendation from a former director or a successful audition with the high school band director. 

A one-year course designed for band students. Students enrolling in this class will develop their skills as instrumental musicians and will be expected to perform at their highest ability at every scheduled practice and performance. Concert work is a requirement of the class (approximately one concert per quarter).

Symphony Band/Marching Band

Recommended for Grades 10 – 12 * Year Course – 68153/68154 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Freshman Concert Band A one-year course, designed for intermediate-level band students, which includes both a marching and concert-style band experience. 

Students enrolling in this class will continue to develop their skills as instrumental musicians and be expected to perform at their highest ability at every scheduled practice and performance. Concert work is a requirement of the class (approximately one concert per quarter).

Wind Ensemble/Marching Band 

Recommended for Grades 11 – 12 * Year Course – 68191/68192 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Successful audition with the high school band director demonstrating proficiency of the skills developed from previous music classes.

This course is designed for those students whose proficiency on their instruments is excellent and who have a good knowledge of music. The program includes both a marching and concert-style band experience and will continue the student’s development of musical knowledge through various compositions and arrangements, which will challenge the student’s abilities. Concert work is a requirement of the class (approximately one concert per quarter).

Jazz Band **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 * Semester course * Semester 1 - 68165; Semester 2 - 68166 * ½ Credit  

Prerequisite: Successful audition with the high school band director demonstrating proficiency of the skills developed from previous music classes. 

This course should be taken for the entire year. Jazz Band will explore the musical forms of jazz, rock, blues, swing and dance. Students in this course will have the opportunity to perform both in school and in the community. Extra time is expected (approximately one concert per quarter). 

Wind Symphony 

Recommended for Grades 11 – 12 * Year Course – 68185/68186 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Symphony Band. 

A one-year course, designed for intermediate/advanced level band students, which includes both marching and concert-style band experiences. Students enrolling in this class will continue to develop their skills as instrumental musicians and be expected to perform at their highest ability at every scheduled practice and performance. Concert work is a requirement of the class (approximately one concert per quarter).

AP Music Theory 

Grades 11-12 * Year Course * Semester 1 - 68193; Semester 2 - 68194 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Students who take this course must be approved by the teacher. 

Students who enroll in the course will learn to recognize, understand and describe the basic materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. Students will be required to develop aural skills, sight singing skills, written skills, compositional skills and analytical skills. Students will acquire these skills using notation, intervals, scales, chords, rhythmic patterns and metric organization. The class will address these concepts by listening to and analyzing many different styles, genres and cultures of music. Additionally, students will build on these foundations through composition analysis of musical literature. Students will be prepared to take the AP Music Theory exam at the conclusion of the course. 

*Satisfies the 4th Year Math Credit Requirement 

Orchestra I & II **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 * Year course - 68210 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: None 

The Brighton High School Symphony Orchestra is available to students with experience playing an orchestral string instrument and is designed to enhance the skills learned in Middle School orchestra. This orchestra performs several concerts each year, and students are expected to participate in all outside school events, including rehearsals, festivals, and concerts. Private study is encouraged. A Varsity Letter may be earned in orchestra. 

Concert Choir **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 * Year Course – 68121/68122 * 1 credit 

Prerequisite: Audition, previous director’s recommendation. 

Students choosing this course must enjoy singing and possess a desire to improve musicianship skills. This choir is an opportunity to learn more about the singing voice and to develop music skills. Various styles of music will be performed including folk, pop, jazz, barbershop and traditional. Students are encouraged to enroll for the year but it is not required. Activities will include performing in the community and district/state festivals. A varsity letter may be earned in choir. 

Music Technology and Composition **

Recommended for Grades 9 - 12 * Semester Course –05113/05114 * ½ Credit 

Students will explore the world of music technology from its origin to today. Music Composition will cover basic music theory as applied to composition, including rhythm, harmony, musical forms and analysis.