Show Choir (Bellas and Fellas)
459972CW
Grade level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: full audition process

Emphasis is placed on intermediate singing,  dancing, and performance skills. Students  learn the fundamentals of singing &  projection, breathing, posture, and sight reading. Students will study and perform  intermediate literature. Participation in a  number of evening events and a costume  are required. 

Girls Show Choir (Select Girls)
459962CW
Grade level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Brief audition required 

This is a great place to be if you love to sing  and dance! Socastee Select Girls is a show  choir for women only. Emphasis is placed on  beginning to intermediate singing, dancing,  and performance skills. Students learn the  fundamentals of singing & projection,  breathing, posture, and sight-reading.  Students will study and perform intermediate  to advanced literature as well as show choir  numbers. Participation in a number of  evening events and a costume are required. 

Chorus 5 & 6 (Socastee Singers)
354501CW & 354601CW
Grade level: 9- 12
Credit: 2 elective credits
Prerequisites: full audition process (Spring  only); students must sign up for both  semesters 

Socastee Singers is a select SATB  performance-oriented ensemble with several  major concerts given throughout the year.  Students work to become versatile singers  and dancers and to perfect musical genres  both vocally and in presentation. An  emphasis is placed on advanced literature,  vocal, and dance skills. All-County and All State Chorus auditions, participation in a  number of evening events, and a costume  are required. 

Instrumental Music: Band 1
353102CW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Participation in middle school ensemble or audition with teacher

This is concert band where students increase their mastery of intermediate  concepts of instrumental musical  performance in the structure of a performance ensemble. Concepts include  tonal and rhythmic accuracy, tone  production, balance and blend within the  ensemble, intonation, and musicianship.  Music mastery will be taught through the practice and performance of grade 3 and 4 literature. Participation in yearly concerts and concert festivals are required.

Instrumental Music: Band 2
353202CW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Participation in middle school ensemble or audition with teacher

A continuation of Instrumental Music: Band 1.  Teaches advanced  concepts of instrumental musical  performance in the structure of a  performance ensemble. Concepts include  tonal and rhythmic accuracy, tone  production, balance and blend within the  ensemble, intonation, and musicianship.  Participation in evening events is required. 

Instrumental Music: Jazz Band 1
453102CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Audition & former instrumental music experience  

Jazz Band is a performing ensemble that  includes studies of the jazz styles, jazz history, and improvisation. The band is a  high-level band with select standard jazz  instrumentation. Special emphasis will  continue to be placed on strong performance  skills, sight-reading, and interpretive skills.  Other content includes instrumental form,  music reading, basic music theory, and  interpretative marking and nomenclature,  found in jazz literature. Attendance at after school rehearsals and performances is  required.  Because of the need for special  instrumentation, students must have director  approval before enrolling. Participation in  a “Core” Symphonic and Wind Band class is  required to be able to perform music of this  style and difficulty. 

Symphonic Band 1
4599A4CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Audition & former instrumental music experience 

This class is an active, co-curricular  performance-based ensemble designed for  students with abilities to play many types of  music literature. (Grade 3/4) Students should  expect to be assigned to this class unless  their playing ability exceeds the average level  of musicianship or director gives approval.  Emphasis is on individual skill development,  ensemble playing, and advancement of self confidence through performance  opportunities. 

Wind Ensemble
Grade level: 9-12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Symphonic Band 1 

Wind Ensemble is an advanced  performance-based music class that is open  to students who qualify through excellence in  performance. Students must be  recommended by director to this select  ensemble. Wind ensemble is a co-curricular  class that requires performances outside the  school day to achieve goals and activities  outlined. Performances are NOT optional and  enrollment in this course obligates students  to all required performances and rehearsals. 

Instrumental Music Orchestra: Strings  Rehearsal
355001CW
Grade Level: 9
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Middle School orchestra or  permission of instructor 

The orchestra classes are open to students  who desire to play an offered instrument  (violin, viola, cello). This course is designed  to introduce and reinforce the fundamental  principles of musicianship. Student will  receive guidance in techniques for producing  proper tone, pitch, rhythm, posture,  dynamics, and performance at different  levels. 

Instrumental Music Orchestra: Strings 1
355102CW
Grade Level: 9 (Offered Spring Semester)
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Middle School orchestra or  permission of instructor  

Students perform orchestral literature from a  variety of style and historical periods in  concerts, Concert Festival and community  programs. Emphasis is on skill development,  other individually and in the ensemble and an  introduction to music theory concepts and music history. Previous orchestra  experience or director approval is required. 

Instrumental Music Orchestra: Strings  Rehearsal 2/Strings 2
354701CW or 355202CW
Grade Level: 10
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Instrumental Music Orchestra Strings 1 or permission of instructor  

Students will further develop technical skills  and musicianship through performance of  orchestral literature from a variety of style and  historical periods in concerts, Concert  Festival and community programs.  Emphasis is on skill development, other  individually and in the ensemble and an  introduction to music theory concepts and  music history.  

Instrumental Music Orchestra: Strings  Rehearsal 3/Strings 3/Honors Orchestra
354801CW or 355302CW or 355301HW
Grade Level: 11
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Instrumental Music Orchestra Strings 1 or permission of instructor

Students perform orchestral literature from a  variety of styles and historical periods in  concerts. Students will participate in  community programs, chamber ensembles,  All County Orchestra and additional SCMEA  sponsored events. Additionally, students  will build a portfolio to include performance  reviews, journal reflections, and music field  related research.
An honor student’s portfolio is comprised of  various ensemble experiences and  activities, some of which are assigned, some  of which are selected. A student’s  requirements are based on a three-tier  system. 
Tier One (Mandatory) Participation in  classroom music ensemble, monthly  meetings with advisor, monthly journal  entries, four music article reading  responses, two college level or professional  concerts with a written critique, and private  coaching. Tri-M membership and OSM  (peer mentoring).
Tier Two (Participate in at least two of the  following): An audition for All county, Region  or All-State Ensembles, After School  Ensemble – Wednesday 45 (full year  commitment), Chamber Ensemble or Long  Bay Youth Orchestra.
Tier Three (Select one of the following):  Faculty Jury, Faculty Guided Recital (Solo  and Ensemble) 

Instrumental Music Orchestra: Strings  Rehearsal 4/Strings 4/Honors Orchestra
354901CW or 355402CW or 355401HW
Grade Level: 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Instrumental Music Orchestra Strings 1 or permission of instructor

Students perform orchestral literature from a  variety of styles and historical periods in  concerts. Students will participate in  community programs, chamber ensembles,  All County Orchestra and additional SCMEA  sponsored events. Additionally, students  will build a portfolio to include performance  reviews, journal reflections, and music field  related research.
An honor student’s portfolio is comprised of  various ensemble experiences and  activities, some of which are assigned, some  of which are selected. A student’s  requirements are based on a three-tier  system. 
Tier One (Mandatory) Participation in  classroom music ensemble, monthly  meetings with advisor, monthly journal  entries, four music article reading  responses, two college level or professional  concerts with a written critique, and private  coaching. Tri-M membership and OSM  (peer mentoring).
Tier Two (Participate in at least two of the  following): An audition for All county, Region  or All-State Ensembles, After School  Ensemble – Wednesday 45 (full year  commitment), Chamber Ensemble or Long  Bay Youth Orchestra.
Tier Three (Select one of the following):  Faculty Jury, Faculty Guided Recital (Solo  and Ensemble) 

Theatre 1
452102CW
Grade level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: None

An intro to theatre class, students will build theatre skills, create characters, utilize theatrical vocabulary & strengthen vocal & physical choices through drama, improvisation, storytelling, dialogue and scene study. Students will present rehearsed scenes to the class. Students will also learn about theatre history and the different design elements of technical theatre.

Theatre 2
452202CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Theatre 1

A continuation of the skills learned in Theatre 1. Students will review the elements of theatre history, study a script, expand character development, and build voice and confidence through scene study, ensemble work and playwriting. Students will produce small plays based off of children's storybooks which they will write, perform, direct and design to perform for elementary school level students.

 Theatre 3 & 4
452302CW & 452404CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: Theatre 1 and Theatre 2 plus audition

Pre-professional theatre program designed for students interested in building their acting and production skills and portfolio, as well as audition and interview techniques for entry into the professional theatre world. Students will perform and design part of the fall production. The students will then compete at All County Theatre among all the high schools in the district. The class will then take their show to SCTA to compete at a state level. Students will create resumes and work on audition or design interview material to prepare them for the future. By the end of the semester, all the students will have a better understanding on acting and technical theatre. They will understand how both aspects work together and learn the importance of teamwork.  Due to the commitments required in the class, teacher approval required. 

Music Theater 1
45993ACW
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: none 

Music Theater 1 is an introduction to music  theater production. Students will learn  logistics of show selection, costuming,  music, as well as performing songs from  Broadway shows. Participation in a number  of evening events and a costume is  required. 

Music Theater 2
45992TCW
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: none 

Music Theater 2 focuses on producing a  Broadway show. Students will learn logistics of creating a budget, costume plot,  set building, props, as well as performing  songs from Broadway shows. Participation  in a number of evening events and a  costume is required.
**Completion of Music Theater 1 is not a prerequisite for Music Theater 2.  Courses are not sequential and students may complete courses in any order.**

Instrumental Music: Piano 1
454102CW
Grade level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: None

This class is designed to allow students the  opportunity to develop basic beginning piano  techniques, music reading skills, and limited  knowledge of music theory and  understanding of music as a personal and  cultural benefit. The class is self-paced and  instructor guided. Class size is limited to 19  pianos. Students who select this class  should be interested in developing the good  musical and study/practice skills required for  successful class completion. Fulfills fine arts  graduation requirement. 

Instrumental Music: Guitar
356701CW
Grade level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: None

Students will be introduced to the core  curriculum of guitar techniques to include:  music reading, classical technique, standard  strumming styles of accompaniment. This  course will also explore the evolution of  popular music styles from turn of the 20th  Century to contemporary American culture.  Instrumental performance, lecture, reading  discussion and listening are required.  Fulfills fine arts graduation requirement. 

Music Appreciation
356102CW
Grade level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: None

Students learn about music and its  relationship to culture through investigation of  music from a variety of styles, genres and  historical periods. An introduction to music theory concepts and terminology as well as  basic instrumental techniques and  composition. Students will be introduced to  these through reading, in-class discussions  and demonstrations, videos and extensive  listening. This is a non-performance music  course fulfilling the Fine Arts graduation  requirement. 

Music Theater 1
45993ACW
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: none 

Music Theater 1 is an introduction to music  theater production. Students will learn  logistics of show selection, costuming,  music, as well as performing songs from  Broadway shows. Participation in a number  of evening events and a costume is  required. 

Music Theater 2
45992TCW
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Credit: 1 elective credit
Prerequisite: none 

Music Theater 2 focuses on producing a  Broadway show. Students will learn logistics of creating a budget, costume plot,  set building, props, as well as performing  songs from Broadway shows. Participation  in a number of evening events and a  costume is required.
**Completion of Music Theater 1 is not a prerequisite for Music Theater 2.  Courses are not sequential and students may complete courses in any order.**

MUS 105 - Music Appreciation (HGTC-Dual Enrollment)
356501EW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 3 college credits and 1 high school elective credit
Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA

This course is an introduction to the study of music with focus on the elements of music and their relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works and composers, common musical forms and genres of various western and non-western historical style periods, and appropriate listening experiences.
Enrollment in this course requires acceptance to the PACE Program at HGTC.  Fee may be required if student has not met the prerequisite.

THE 101 - Introduction to Theatre (HGTC-Dual Enrollment)
452701EW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 3 college credits and 1 high school elective credit
Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA

This course includes the appreciation and analysis of theatrical literature, history, and production.
Enrollment in this course requires acceptance to the PACE Program at HGTC.  Fee may be required if student has not met the prerequisite.