The Blackhawk Chorale performs music from all periods of music history stressing that of the major choral composers. The focus of Blackhawk Chorale will be to refine existing skills and to develop mature performance skills while gaining a broad musicianship. The choir participates in special observation days and concert events as well as solo-ensemble festivals at the district and state levels.

The South High Street Singers and Lexington Singers are vocal ensembles with a special emphasis on performance. The purpose of this organization is to fulfill the needs for those students who desire and thrive on challenge, for those whose more advanced vocal ability require a more advanced group to increase personal achievement for those who desire a richer and varied musical experience beyond regular concert choir literature. South High Street Singers participate in a number of performances and competitions throughout the year and are a requirement towards the grade in this class. Lexington Singers emphasis is on performance. Exposure to contemporary forms of music is the course of study for both Show Choirs. Styles of dance are also incorporated in the class. Students are responsible for a $300 fee which is due the day of auditions. Other expenses include overnight trips which are for members of the South High Street Singers, combo and crew members. Some rehearsals are scheduled outside the regular school day and are required.

Concert Band studies and performs a variety of music that is a multifaceted representation of styles and periods. Students are encouraged to expand their musical horizons. Students are encouraged to expand their musical horizons. Band begins with summer marching band taking place during summer school. Please make it a point to enroll in summer school prior to the end of the current academic year. The school year will begin with marching band, which is a required part of the class and after about a quarter will transition quickly into the convert band setting. The Concert Band will be divided into two ensembles. The Wind Ensemble is intended for a more mature experienced musician ready for a deeper layer of musical intelligence. The Symphonic Band is intended for younger musicians looking to add upon and expand their musical vocabulary. Individual improvement and musical growth will be stressed as a part of the class. Instrumentation: Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, String Bass, and Percussion.

Jazz Messengers is the entry level jazz ensemble at Fort Atkinson. It is recommended for all Freshman and Sophomores interested in Jazz. This class is open to all interested instrumental music students. The course of study will encompass learning and performing the various styles of Jazz and World music as well as an emphasis on improvisation and composition. Instrumentation: Percussion, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, String Bass, Guitar & Percussion.

A course emphasizing the learning and understanding of the fundamentals of music composition and structure. Included in the course are units on basic and advanced music theory. Composition using computer technology and MIDI concepts will be utilized during the second half of the semester.