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All non-auditioned ensembles are semester long. Auditioned based courses are a year-long commitment. Choral ensembles at SCHS are a mix of semester and year-long performance-focused classes. Students will be contributing members of a performing choral ensemble and learn the skills needed for future study and enjoyment of music. The majority of class time will be spent rehearsing for public performances. Skills including vocal technique, music literacy, and basic music theory will also be taught.
Chamber Choir
Chamber Choir
Course Number: VM220
Prerequisite: Audition Grades 10-12 1 Year, 1 Credit Fee: $30.00
Open by audition only for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir and who demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music. Chamber Choir is a higher level course in the vocal music performance pathway designed to focus classical techniques, music literacy, music theory, and improvisation through a variety of musical styles through a small vocal ensemble. Chamber Choir performs at five mandatory performances throughout the year, including state contest, and periodically throughout the school and community. All students will be highly encouraged to attend summer camps at the end of May and July.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms as well as melody, and sing a song of their choice. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
Open by audition only for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir and who demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music. Chamber Choir is a higher level course in the vocal music performance pathway designed to focus classical techniques, music literacy, music theory, and improvisation through a variety of musical styles through a small vocal ensemble. Chamber Choir performs at five mandatory performances throughout the year, including state contest, and periodically throughout the school and community. All students will be highly encouraged to attend summer camps at the end of May and July.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms as well as melody, and sing a song of their choice. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
Jazz Choir
Jazz Choir
Course Number: VM301
Prerequisite: Audition Grades 10-12 1 Year, 1 Credit Fee: $50.00
Open by audition for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir and who demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music. Jazz Choir is a higher level course in the vocal music performance pathway that focuses on techniques in the styles of improvisation, jazz, blues, swing, and collegiate-style a cappella. Jazz Choir performs at five mandatory performances throughout the year, including competition. All students will be highly encouraged to attend summer camps at the end of May and July.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms and melody, sing a song of their choice, and perform a short prepared dance. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
Open by audition for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir and who demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music. Jazz Choir is a higher level course in the vocal music performance pathway that focuses on techniques in the styles of improvisation, jazz, blues, swing, and collegiate-style a cappella. Jazz Choir performs at five mandatory performances throughout the year, including competition. All students will be highly encouraged to attend summer camps at the end of May and July.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms and melody, sing a song of their choice, and perform a short prepared dance. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
Mixed Choir
Mixed Choir
Course Number: VM121
Prerequisite: None Grades 9-12 1 Semester, .5 Credit Fee: $15.00
Open to all voices with no audition or previous experience in choir necessary, Mixed Choir is the introductory to intermediate level course in the vocal music performance pathway. Mixed Choir is designed to introduce and then further develop and improve the skills of vocal technique, music theory, and improvisation in the context of a performing musical ensemble. Mixed Choir performs at two mandatory concerts per semester.
Open to all voices with no audition or previous experience in choir necessary, Mixed Choir is the introductory to intermediate level course in the vocal music performance pathway. Mixed Choir is designed to introduce and then further develop and improve the skills of vocal technique, music theory, and improvisation in the context of a performing musical ensemble. Mixed Choir performs at two mandatory concerts per semester.
Modern Performance in Music
Modern Performance in Music
Course Number: FA103
Prerequisite: Previous experience in a music class, lessons, or music program elsewhere. Must have access to an instrument (or rent one) at home and at schoolGrades 9-12 1 Semester, .5 Fine Art Credit Fee: $30.00
Students will explore performing modern music through instruments and voice. Must have access to their own instrument or access to an instrument at home (voice/keyboard are exceptions). Ability to play an instrument independently or ability/motivation to learn quickly to perform in small ensembles.
Students will explore performing modern music through instruments and voice. Must have access to their own instrument or access to an instrument at home (voice/keyboard are exceptions). Ability to play an instrument independently or ability/motivation to learn quickly to perform in small ensembles.
Show Choir
Show Choir
Course Number: VM122
Prerequisite: Audition Grades 10-12 1 Year, 1 Credit Fee: $50.00
Open by audition for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir, demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music, and some background in dance. The purpose of Show Choir is to develop and refine vocal skills beyond the traditional choir, combining dance and performance techniques. Show Choir focuses on the styles of contemporary popular music and musical theater. Show Choir will perform at two mandatory performances throughout the year, including competition. Students are required to meet outside of school hours regularly with the choreographer. Students in Show choir may earn a Fine Art, PE, or Elective credit up to 1.0 for their participation in the fall according to BOE Policy IKF-R.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms and melody, sing a song of their choice, and perform a short prepared dance. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
Open by audition for all voices in grades 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval) with previous experience in choir, demonstrate an advanced background in vocal music, and some background in dance. The purpose of Show Choir is to develop and refine vocal skills beyond the traditional choir, combining dance and performance techniques. Show Choir focuses on the styles of contemporary popular music and musical theater. Show Choir will perform at two mandatory performances throughout the year, including competition. Students are required to meet outside of school hours regularly with the choreographer. Students in Show choir may earn a Fine Art, PE, or Elective credit up to 1.0 for their participation in the fall according to BOE Policy IKF-R.
Audition Information: Students will sing scales, sight-read rhythms and melody, sing a song of their choice, and perform a short prepared dance. Come by the Choir room (510) or email mary.manuel@d49.org for further details.
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