Class Information

Vocal Ensemble Developing (Beginning Choir)

• Prerequisite – None

• Canvas/Syllabus – https://fcschools.instructure.com/courses/98497

• Many types of contemporary choral music, as well as choral music from the major periods of musical history, will be prepared for performance by students in this class. Emphasis placed on good vocal production. Performances are required. Other course objectives include learning the mechanics of music and sight-singing, as well as gaining a general appreciation of music. 

Vocal Ensemble Intermediate (Advanced Choir)

• Prerequisite – Pass VE Devel with an 80% or higher and a Teacher Recommendation (audition process)

• Canvas/Syllabus – https://fcschools.instructure.com/courses/97978

• Students will demonstrate proficiency in vocal production, music theory, and performance techniques. This group studies and performs more advanced choral literature, spanning diverse genres and historical periods. Emphasis is on refined tone quality, balance, intonation, interpretation, and ear training. Strong sight-reading and musical literacy skills are prerequisites to participate at this level of study. Students continue developing vocal skills through extensive study of classical and contemporary works. Adequate proficiency in sight-reading and a basic understanding of the fundamentals of music are necessary because of the vast amount of choral literature taught and memorized during the year. Participation in school rehearsals and performances is expected.

Vocal Ensemble Accomplished (Advanced Choir)

• Prerequisite – Pass VE Interm with an 80% or higher

• Canvas/Syllabus – https://fcschools.instructure.com/courses/97978

• Students will demonstrate proficiency in vocal production, music theory, and performance techniques. This group studies and performs advanced choral literature, spanning diverse genres and historical periods. Emphasis is on refined tone quality, balance, intonation, interpretation, and ear training. Strong sight-reading and musical literacy skills are prerequisites to participate at this level of study. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in performance, extensive knowledge of all areas of music, including music theory, and an in-depth study of a variety of advanced music literature. Participation in school rehearsals and performances is expected.

Vocal Ensemble Advanced (Advanced Choir)

• Prerequisite – Pass VE Accom with an 80% or higher

• Canvas/Syllabus – https://fcschools.instructure.com/courses/97978

• Students will demonstrate proficiency in vocal production, music theory, and performance techniques. This group studies and performs advanced choral literature, spanning diverse genres and historical periods. Emphasis is on refined tone quality, balance, intonation, interpretation, and ear training. Strong sight-reading and musical literacy skills are prerequisites to participate at this level of study. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in performance, extensive knowledge of all areas of music, including music theory, and an in-depth study of a variety of advanced music literature. Participation in school rehearsals and performances is expected.

Music Appreciation/General Music

• Prerequisite – None

• Canvas/Syllabus – https://fcschools.instructure.com/courses/97664

• This course introduces students to the history, theory, and genres of music. The course explores the history of music, from the surviving examples of rudimentary musical forms through to contemporary pieces from around the world. Students will be given the opportunity to listen critically to live and recorded performances. While listening to such music, students will also explore personal creativity through basic composition, improvisation, and written reflection.