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Beck Academy
Beck Academy
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code:
Director: Jason Ray
The focus of this class is developmental and performance-based with an aim of preparing each student for a more advanced level of participation. There is a strong emphasis on fundamentals, collaborative learning, personal practice habits, and musical discipline. There is no required previous music experience for any of the woodwind or brass instruments. All students interested in playing the percussion instruments are required to have at least one year of piano instruction or receive an exceptional score on the “Rhythm Test” during an audition with the director.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Select "Band 6" during course registration.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: In the first two weeks of class
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-1442
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Francesca Scott
Learn to play a string from scratch! Students will have their choice of violin, viola, cello, or bass, and they will learn how to play their individual instruments at the same time as their classmates in an orchestral setting.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners (previous experience is also welcome!)
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Meet with your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Any time/Normal registration
Costs/Fees: If renting from the school, it will be a one time $50 fee
📞 864-355-1441
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus, 6th Grade
Course Code:
Director: George Dedesma
In this first year of middle school Chorus, students will develop, incorporate, and master foundational principles of choral singing in all of the following categories: Creating Music; Music Theory; Vocal Production & Technique; Vowels & Articulation; Phrasing & Musical Interpretation; Music History; Sight-Reading & Sight-Singing; Choreography; Solo & Group Performance; and Making Real World Connections in Music. Students will perform a variety of musical styles from a variety of musical time periods on audio or video recordings they create at home (Major Grades).
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Email Mr. Dedesma
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-1400
Berea Middle School
Berea Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: 6th Grade Band
Course Code:
Director: Taylor Davis
Interested in learning to play an instrument? Join the BMS band! 6th Grade Band is the introductory class where students will begin to learn how to read/write music, play one of the many band instruments we have to offer here at BMS, and most importantly, have fun! This is a year-long class to insure students are able to grow and develop their skills as a musician. Throughout the year, students will also get many chances to perform music for friends, family, and the community. There are no prerequisites for this beginner class; Everyone Is Welcome!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None! All are welcome!
Sign up process: Tell your counselor you are interested in joining band. Parents may also fill out an interest form located on the BMS website. Feel free to email the director with any questions.
Sign up dates: Any time before the first day of school!
Instrument Selection: First 2 weeks of school
Costs/Fees: $25/year Instrument Rental (limited supply); Band Apparel/Uniform TBD
Additional Information: Please note - After 6th grade, there are no introductory classes available. Therefore, students will not be able to start band in 7th/8th grade; only those enrolled in "Band 6" will be allowed to continue band through 7th and 8th grade.
📞 864-355-1738
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 1 6th
Course Code:
Director: Antonio Edwards
Do you love to sing? We have so much fun performing around the school during our athletic games and community events, playing with instruments, learning about professional artists, and the history of music and its influence on the world. We also accept students into our performing show choir and this group meets on Tuesday and Thursday mornings before school. Come join us.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: If you are in 8th grade, chorus you are expected to have taken chorus at least one year before.
Sign up process: Fill out this form stating that you would like to join our chorus class where the main objective is performance through singing and dance. If you are not signed up, please follow up with your guidance counselor and contact Mr. Edwards.
Sign up dates: Sign up by May 2022
Costs/Fees: Show Choir Fees TBA
Additional Information: Get the opportunity to study music with a professional artist. Mr. Edwards has played at Fall for Greenville and all over the state of South Carolina with his band. He plays piano and sings all the time and would be more than happy to train you to be prepared for the artistry as a young student!
📞 864-355-1762
Keyboarding (Piano)
Keyboarding (Piano)
Course Name: Keyboarding
Course Code:
Director: Antonio Edwards
Would you like to learn how to play piano? We have so much fun performing, learning about professional artists, and the history of music and its influence on the world.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Fill out this form stating that you would like to join our keyboard class. If you are not signed up, please follow up with your guidance counselor and contact Mr. Edwards.
Sign up dates: Sign up by May 2022
Costs/Fees: $30 for piano book
Additional Information: Get the opportunity to study music with a professional artist. Mr. Edwards has played at Fall for Greenville and all over the state of South Carolina with his band. He plays piano and sings all the time and would be more than happy to train you to be prepared for the artistry as a young student!
📞 864-355-1762
Blue Ridge Middle School
Blue Ridge Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: 6th Grade Band
Course Code:
Director: Kristin Gill
This is a performing arts class where you will learn how to play your instrument and read music! You will learn all the basics in this class. You will also participate in two concert performances in the Winter and the Spring! Students that are a part of this group will also be able to participate in a fun field trip performance opportunity at the end of the year.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Tell your guidance counselor!
Sign up dates: February, 2022
Instrument Selection: We will be doing an instrument testing night in May where students will come to BRMS to test out each instrument. Students will be notified which instrument they will be playing for the 2022-2023 school year by the beginning of Summer.
Costs/Fees: $0
Additional Information: Students must join band in 6th grade if interested. Students will not be able to join band in 7th or 8th grade since 6th grade band class is the beginning band class.
📞 864-355-1931
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code:
Director: Katelynn Lowe
Strings (AKA: Orchestra) class is a year-round class offered to students starting in the 6th grade. You must sign up in 6th grade, as you cannot join in 7th or 8th grade. Students get to learn their choice of violin, viola, cello, or bass and you do not need to have any prior musical experience to succeed in this class. We play a lot of music games in class to help us learn to read music and play our instruments and we also have many concerts and field trips to fun places like Carowinds! Students with prior experience playing a string instrument are welcome to join and audition for advanced performing groups and help serve as mentors for beginning students in their class. Signing up for Strings is a perfect way to make new friends as you start middle school and be a part of something great!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None! Anyone with any level of music experience can join.
Sign up process: Sign up with your guidance counselor when you register for your 6th Grade classes. If you don't get a chance to sign up for strings at that time, you can email or call me (Ms. Lowe) or any of our guidance counselors at BRMS to be added.
Sign up dates: Any time - sign up when you register for your 6th Grade classes!
Instrument Selection: We will have an instrument selection night in the spring! I will communicate info about this event with your teachers and they will give you a paper when the date is close.
Costs/Fees: Your main cost is renting an instrument to use for class from one of our local music shops OR we also have a limited number of school instruments available to rent for a lower fee (priority is given to students who are a part of our Free & Reduced Lunch program for these instruments). A few small supplies are also needed to play your instrument - you will spend about $20 to get these supplies.
📞 864-355-1978
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Blue Ridge Middle Chorus
Course Code:
Director: Sarah Ascher
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop the fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school choral literature. The curriculum includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of the aforementioned musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Contact Mrs. Ascher, Cindy Batson, or one of our Blue Ridge Guidance Counselors
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-1936
Bryson Middle School
Bryson Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Julie Summey
This course provides beginning-level instruction on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and band techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Through the guidance counselor at the elementary or middle school
Sign up dates: During registration in early February
Instrument Selection: Completed during the first weeks of school in class. Possible outside dates to be added this Spring.
Costs/Fees: $0
Additional Information: The Bryson Bulldog Band is a welcoming group that supports all our band members.
📞 864-355-2178
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Brian VanAntwerp
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up in early February when choosing classes at elementary school
Sign up dates: February 2022, or any time
Instrument Selection: Students will try the instruments and choose at the beginning of 6th grade.
Costs/Fees: $12-100. Scholarships available.
📞 864-355-2198
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Amy King
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school choral literature. The curriculum for Chorus 6 includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of the musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: Beginning chorus or teacher recommendation
Experience: No experience required
Sign up process: Contact your guidance level counselor
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-2143
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Karis Morgan
A yearlong music course that includes performance on instruments and concert experience. Band students must have their own instruments. Students should be available for evening performances.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Select it during course registration in the spring. Elementary schools will have you register online.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Students will be instrument tested the first week of school.
Costs/Fees: $35
Additional Information: Band is SO much fun and I hope your student has the opportunity to learn with us in the band room this year! 🙂
📞 864-452-0828
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Bianca Walker
Strings 6 is a beginner level ensemble for students interested in learning how to play the violin, viola, cello or bass. Students will learn basic string instrument playing technique, note/rhythm reading and performance skills. No prior musical experience is required to join this ensemble.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up with your guidance counselor or check the "Strings 6" option on your registration form.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Students will pick their instruments during the first week of school in August.
Costs/Fees: $30 for class supplies (method book, black binder, page protectors, pencils)
Additional Information: I highly encourage rising 6th graders with any interest in strings to join in 6th grade because students are not able to join in 7th or 8th grades. Also, strings students get to take fun trips throughout the school year. 6th grade students take a trip to perform and spend the day at Carowinds and 7th/8th students get to take an overnight trip to Disney World.
📞 864-452-0933
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Fisher Firebird Chorus
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Erin Brearley
The Fisher Firebird Chorus is a yearlong related arts course. Students perform a variety of music at school, in the community and across the country. Some highlights include a 6th-grade trip to Carowinds, 7th/8th-grade trip to NYC to sing at Carnegie Hall, and 7th/8th-grade trip to Disney World. Chorus is like a family, and we'd love for you to join!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: When selecting classes for 6th grade, rank chorus as your number 1 choice.
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $10
📞 864-452-0863
Greenville County Schools Virtual Program
Greenville County Schools Virtual Program
Band
Band
Course Code: Band
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Carl Wylie
This course provides beginning-level instruction on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and band techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Experience: No musical or instrumental experience required
Sign up process: Registration depends on the Virtual Program application dates. Students should request Band when they register for classes.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: During the first two weeks of school; instrument options include flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, and percussion
Costs/Fees: $0 fees. There are costs to purchase or rent an instrument. Those decisions and recommendations will be made in the first weeks of school.
Additional Information: Everyone is welcome to learn an instrument in the Virtual Program! Please reach out to Mr. Wylie if you have any questions. If you're signing up for our band class, please don't get an instrument yet! There are many factors that go into making a good instrument choice. Mr. Wylie will help you make the best decision for an instrument that you can love for many years.
📞 864-659-0651
Strings
Strings
Course Code: Strings
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Carl Wylie
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Registration depends on the Virtual Program application dates. Students should request Strings when they register for classes.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: During the first two weeks of school; instrument options include violin, viola, cello, and bass
Costs/Fees: $0 fees. There are costs to purchase or rent an instrument. Those decisions and recommendations will be made in the first weeks of school.
Additional Information: Everyone is welcome to learn an instrument in the Virtual Program! Please reach out to Mr. Wylie if you have any questions. If you're signing up for our strings class, please don't get an instrument yet! There are many factors that go into making a good instrument choice. Mr. Wylie will help you make the best decision for an instrument that you can love for many years.
📞 864-659-0651
Virtual Singers
Virtual Singers
Course Code: Greenville County Virtual Singers
Course Code:
Director: Jody Webb
This is a chorus class focused on developing the singer's vocal ability as well as sight-reading skills, compositional skills, and analytical skills in music.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Please choose Chorus with Jody Webb when it is time to choose your electives.
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-402-9841
Chorus
Chorus
Course Code: Greenville County Middle Level Chorus
Course Code:
Director: Jody Webb
This is a chorus class for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders that focuses on singing, composing, listening, and performing music. This is a yearlong course.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up when you choose your classes. This will be one of your related arts courses for the entire year.
Sign up dates: During normal registration
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-402-9841
Greenville Middle Academy
Greenville Middle Academy
Band
Band
Course Name: Beginning Band, 6th Grade
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Heidi Templeton-Kellett
📃 Info Letter: Welcome to 6th Grade Band!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students can sign up for band on the course selection screen when they are signing up for their academic classes, or they may contact our Guidance Counselor, Megan Giordani
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: We are planning on doing instrument selection within the first few days of class during the first week of the school year
Costs/Fees: $40 ($10 band book fee, $20 band performance t-shirt fee, and $10 transportation fee for a competition in the spring semester)
Additional Information: It is never too late to sign up for 6th Beginning Band at Greenville Middle Academy!
📞 864-355-2607
🎬 Video 1 - Band is Fun!
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code:
Director: Natha Simmons
This is a beginning level strings course with no prior experience necessary. This course is a beginning instruction for violin, viola, cello, and string bass. Beginning-level middle school literature will be studied. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and strings techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Start by filling out the Greenville Middle Strings Interest Form. More information will be sent to you!
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: In May 2022, students will be instrument tested after school hours at Greenville Middle Academy.
Costs/Fees: $75 school rental fee -- not preferred (if school rental is available), $10 methods book, $10 rosin, $10 shoulder rest/rock stop
Additional Information: It is never too late to sign up for 6th Beginning Band at Greenville Middle Academy!
📞 864-553-0764
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Tom Wheat
Introduction to Chorus
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None - We just love to sing!
Sign up process: Sign up with your guidance counselor or contact Mr. Wheat
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: Small fee for performance shirt, approximately $15
Additional Information: We can't wait to meet you at GMA! Singing in Chorus is so much fun, and we know you will love it!
📞 864-355-5651
Greer Middle School
Greer Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Matthew Gill
Beginning Band
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students must come to Greer MS to test instruments to be signed up for band class in 6th grade. When the director visits your elementary school, students will receive a handout with specific dates to come and test instruments.
Sign up dates: End of February
Instrument Selection: Students will try out 9 band instruments to see which instrument they like the most and which instrument they can play the best.
Costs/Fees: Students will be responsible for renting an instrument from a music company or from Greer Middle School.
📞 864-355-5827
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Janice Hutton
Beginning Strings/Orchestra meets daily as a related arts class. You do not have to have any previous musical experience to enroll in this class. You will learn everything you need to know to begin playing a string instrument in class. We teach the following orchestral string instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass. We have school-owned instruments available on a first-come basis. Students will participate in at least 2 orchestra concerts and have the opportunity participate in music festivals and contests, as well as a possible competition for the Festival of Music at Carowinds. We have a lot of fun activities and events throughout the year! I hope you will be a part of the music program at GMS and join in on the fun in strings! We need you in the Orchestra! 🎵🎵🎵🎻🎻🎻🎻
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: You may sign up for 6th grade strings by using one or more of these steps: Follow your school's registration procedures; contact Mrs. Janice Hutton, the orchestra director at Greer Middle School; contact a 6th grade counselor at Greer Middle; fill out and return the Join the Orchestra form to Mrs. Hutton.
Sign up dates: Registration window is 2/28-3/4 for rising 6th graders
Instrument Selection: Available instruments are violin, viola, cello or double bass. You may select the instrument of your choice. Help will be given if you aren't sure which instrument is best for you. All string instruments come in fractional sizes to best fit the student. Consider the pitch range (high and low sounds), and the size of the instrument when making your choice.
Costs/Fees: $10-35 (book and/or instrument fee, as needed)
📞 864-355-5820
🎬 Video 1 - Introducion
🎬 Video 2 - Recruitment
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Lee Alba
Beginning Chorus for 6th Grade
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Register for Chorus 6 during the registration period
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-5828
Hillcrest Middle School
Hillcrest Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name/Code:
Band 6th Percussion, 15311000
Band 6 Brass, 15311600
Band 6 Woodwinds, 15311700
Band 7 (Beginning Band), 25311300
Director: Christian Scott
The Beginning Band at Hillcrest Middle is comprised of students in their first year of playing a band instrument. Students do not need to know how to play an instrument to be in this class. Students will be tested to determine which instrument they are best suited to play at a Mouthpiece Testing Night. Information about Mouthpiece Testing Nights will be sent to corresponding elementary schools during the spring of the current school year. The Beginning Band performs at the winter and end-of-year concerts. Higher achieving students are invited to perform at other musical events and competitions throughout the year.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: Must attend a Mouthpiece Testing Night in order to be placed on an instrument in band
Sign up process: Sign up for band when 5th/6th graders register for classes and come to a mouthpiece testing night to see which instrument is best suited for you!
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Instruments are available for rent/purchase at Musical Innovations in Mauldin, SC. The school will provide larger instruments (example: tuba).
Costs/Fees: $50 Band Fair Share (not a fee)
Additional Information: Band is more fun at Hillcrest!
📞 803-634-1127
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Catherine Norton
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None for 6th grade strings; 7th/8th must have strings class from the previous years
Sign up process: Ask your current teacher or Jane Huunnicutt at Hillcrest Middle
Sign up dates: March
Instrument Selection: Students will get to choose to learn Violin, Viola, Cello, or Bass
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-6100
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Laura Brown
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school choral literature. The curriculum for Chorus 6 includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of the musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None - Come join the fun!
Sign up process: Talk with your teacher at the elementary school or our 6th grade Guidance Counselor Ms. Jane Hunnicutt
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: Chorus shirt (cost TBD)
Additional Information: 6th Grade is a great time to come see what chorus is all about. It's only a semester commitment. If you do well and enjoy it, you have the possibility to move to a year long class your 7th grade year. We also offer a year long 8th grade Honors Chorus where you can earn high school credit.
📞 864-355-6149
Hughes Academy
Hughes Academy
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code:
Director: Kevin Baucom
This class is for beginners or first year players. No experience is required. Students learn music fundamentals and how to play a musical instrument. Instrument choices are wind and percussion only. String instruments perform in a separate class. Band students perform a Holiday Concert in December and Spring Concert in May.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: During school registration, contact your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: During the first 2 weeks of class, students learn of all the instrument choices and then mouthpiece test before making a final decision on what instrument to play
Costs/Fees: Fees depend on the instrument you choose. The average rental cost is $25-30 per month. Limited quantities of school instruments are available at little to no cost. Method books cost $10 each school year
📞 864-355-6226
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Amber Eubanks
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Register during your school's registration window
Sign up dates: March 7-11
Costs/Fees: $0
Additional Info: Students will need to rent/purchase an instrument and method book from a music store. A limited number of instruments are available for rent from Hughes Academy.
📞 864-355-6280
Lakeview Middle School
Lakeview Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6th
Course Code:
Director: William Shaw
Lakeview Bands: The Pride of Lakeview - Band is a year-long course in all grades. In 6th grade, students are introduced to all major wind and percussion instruments. Students learn the fundamentals of music notation and reading, instrument care, performance, music appreciation, and overall involvement in the arts. In 7th and 8th grade, fundamentals are reinforced while adding new material to the repertoire by learning more music and mastering additional technical exercises and advanced musical expression. Performance opportunities include in-class playing, school and community concerts, solo and ensemble performances, state concert festivals, competitive auditions, and collaborative performances with other performing ensembles. Most importantly, Band is full of friends and fun!!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: You will need to register for the class as a 5th grade student when picking out classes for 6th grade year. You will only be allowed to start band in 6th grade!
Sign up dates: When registering for your Middle School classes in 5th Grade
Instrument Selection: We will have scheduled mouthpiece testing nights where the students will test out different instruments and we find the instrument that best suits them!
Costs/Fees: $50 for School Rental Instrument/Supplies
📞 864-355-6464
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6th
Course Code:
Director: Jordan Tesch
This is a beginner string performance class for 6th grade, where the students can choose from the violin, viola, cello, or bass.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Speak with guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Students will get to choose whether they want to learn violin, viola, cello, or bass
Costs/Fees: $40 instrument rental fee
📞 864-355-6469
League Academy
League Academy
Band
Band
Course Name: 6th Grade Band
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Sky Powell
Beginning Band
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up through school class registration
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Instrument selection night in May
Costs/Fees: $50 Band Fees collected after the school year begins
Important Information: No previous instrument or music experience required.
📞 803-553-5020
Strings
Strings
Course Name: 6th Grade Strings
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Rebecca Leonard
6th Grade beginning strings is a class for students who have never played a string instrument or for students switching instruments. We also have a class for students who already know how to play a string instrument called Advanced 6th Grade Strings.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this class.
Sign up process: Sign up
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Instruments available: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Costs/Fees: instrument rental
📞 864-355-8126
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Casey Kerr
This non-auditioned choir meets each semester and performs music at a Beginning level. The focus of the Entrance Choir is to improve the sight-reading skills and vocal technique of the students. The first semester students perform a Winter concert and the second semester students perform a Spring Concert.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Contact Mrs. Kerr or the 6th grade Counselor at League Academy
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-8170
Piano
Piano
Course Name: Piano 6
Course Code: 15990200
Director: Casey Kerr
Students will be led in a self-paced class of piano fundamentals and techniques. Units will include passing off repertoire, composing original melodies and performing in an informal classroom recital.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Contact Mrs. Kerr or the 6th grade Counselor at League Academy
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-8170
Mauldin Middle School
Mauldin Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Jim Kilgus, Julie Poston
This course provides beginning-level instruction on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and band techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: No prior musical experience is required to join the beginning band.
Sign up process: Students register for band at their elementary schools. Parents can also contact band directors to register.
Sign up dates: Any time. District student registration is February 28 – March 4
Instrument Selection: We will have 4 after school instrument selection sessions in February and March. Specific dates will be posted and publicized in December.
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: Every student will need to attend one of the instrument selection sessions that will be held in February and March. At the selection sessions, students and parents will: See a demonstration of all band instruments, get to hold and try out every instrument, ask questions and speak to the band directors face-to-face, and receive all information about getting an instrument and supplies.
📞 864-355-6896
🌐 Website (Changing soon to www.mmsbands.org)
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Emily Carroll
This course is designed to develop beginning musicians on a string instrument. Students will have the opportunity to play the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will learn the fundamentals of playing their instrument and also will receive a basic foundation in music history and music theory. There will be a mixture of different projects and assignments that will help students to develop their musical foundation. There will also be required activities (i.e. concerts) as well as non-required activities that will allow students to develop their skills on their instruments and motivate them to develop their musicianship.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: 5th grade counselors send home our registration information with students. Students/Parents make the selection and return registration info to school. The 5th grade counselors then sit with students to have them enter everything. They will enter this information Feb 28-March 4.
Sign up dates: February 28th-March 4th
Instrument Selection:
Costs/Fees: Instrument Rental Fee (amount depends on where you rent and what instrument)
📞 864-355-6695
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code:
Director: Vanessa Rhodes
Students will develop fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school choral literature. The curriculum for Chorus 6 includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of the musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Enter Chorus 6 on Registration Form
Sign up dates: February 28, 2022-March 4, 2022
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information:
📞 864-355-6770
Northwest Middle School
Northwest Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6, Band 7, Beginner Band (8th Grade), Band 8 (8th Grade remedial/beginner)
Course Code:
Director: Ashlyn Campbell
Performing arts classes in which students learn how to play an instrument and perform for audience members.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students may sign up by emailing Ms. Campbell or contacting a guidance counselor at Northwest Middle School.
Sign up dates:
Instrument Selection: Flute, Trumpet, French Horn, Clarinet, Saxophone, Percussion, Trombone, Tuba, Oboe, Bassoon
Costs/Fees: $10
Important Information: In addition to concerts, students will attend music related field trips and perform for elementary school students in the spring.
📞 864-608-4734
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6 / Chorus 7th Beginning / Chorus 1
Course Code:
Director: William "Derrick" Epps
Chorus 6, Chorus 7th Beginning, Chorus 1: The mission of the Northwest Singers is to provide students with outstanding musical experiences through choral rehearsals, group & solo performances, knowledge of music theory/history, and growing individual musicianship. The #1 goal is for our students is to love to sing alone and with others, both during middle school and for the rest of their lives!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None for 6th/7th Grade. Audition required for Chorus 1 (8th Grade)
Sign up process: Choose the "Chorus" class option on your class sign up sheet. Mr. Epps holds open Chorus 1 auditions in the Spring of each school year. If Chorus is a MUST for you, send Mr. Epps an email and he can help make sure you are in Chorus!
Sign up dates: Any Time
Costs/Fees: $20 Chorus Fee. This covers your Chorus T-shirt and makes you eligible for all Chorus field trips.
📞 864-355-6948
Northwood Middle School
Northwood Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Jake Campbell
Students begin learning to play one instrument from either the brass, woodwind, or percussion family. We learn to read and write music, and also to analyze and describe different kinds of music. We have at least 2 concert performances scheduled each year so that family and friends can see what you have learned!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None! Anyone can sign up for Band.
Sign up process: Choose Band as one of your elective classes!
Sign up dates: February 28 - March 4, 2022 (during registration for middle school classes)
Instrument Selection: We will do instrument testing in the spring and fall to decide which instrument is best for you
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-7036
Strings
Strings
Course Name: 6th grade strings
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Patrick Murch
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Contact our guidance department
Sign up dates: February 28 - March 4, 2022
Instrument Selection: Violin, viola, cello, and double bass
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-7045
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6th grade
Course Code: 1541000
Director: Mrs. Laura Bessent
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school literature. The curriculum for Chorus 6 includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performance will be an outgrowth of the study of the musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: After the chorus teacher visits your school, there will be a sign up letter available to each student to take home and fill out and return to school in January. The chorus teacher at Northwood Middle will be sent all the letters that have been returned by district mail from the music teacher at your Elementary School. Middle School sign-ups for classes will held in late February.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection:
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-7062
🎬 Video 1 - Intro to Chorus
Ralph Chandler Middle School
Ralph Chandler Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: KerriAnn Freeland
A symphonic band course focusing on novice to intermediate aspects of playing a band instrument. Students are encouraged to further develop advanced levels of playing to progress to the next level.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Guidance Counselors
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, Percussion (not just drums!!!)
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-452-0344
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Rebecca Hegwood
Students in beginning strings do not need to have prior knowledge of any of the instruments. Students may choose to play the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will learn musical concepts through the performance of a variety of styles of music. Students will also be given opportunities for extra activities such as field trips.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up for the class with your guidance counselor and fill out the strings sign up form. If you did not receive a form, ask your music teacher for one. You may also visit the website and fill out the form electronically.
Sign up dates: Any time before the beginning of the school year.
Instrument Selection: Violin, Viola, Cello, or Bass
Costs/Fees: No cost for the class. Students are responsible for obtaining an instrument which can be done through a local rental store or school instruments are available at a first come, first serve basis at a rate of $50 per year.
📞 864-452-0339
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Todd Gillespie
Throughout this course, students will learn how to read rhythms, melodies, and sing varied pieces of music that teach and apply concepts that they will be learning in class. Students will become familiar with solfege, ta-ka-di-mi, and the application of these both through learning music. Students will also participate in multiple concert performances throughout the school year as well as prospective trips.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Request during registration
Sign up dates: Any time (During registration)
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-452-0317
Riverside Middle School
Riverside Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Brian T. Grant
Band: This course provides beginning-level instruction on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and band techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None, but please understand that this is your only chance to sign up for band. It is not available for students in 7th and 8th grade.
Sign up process: Students will request their classes with their elementary school counselors and teachers utilizing the GCSD Registration Link found in their Student Backpack.
Sign up dates: February 28 - March 4, 2022 are sign up dates, but students can continue to sign up through the spring.
Instrument Selection: Instrument try-out's will happen in the Spring once sign ups for classes are over.
Costs/Fees: Cost of instrument/book/instrument care kit from local music vendor.
Important Information: This is your only opportunity to sign up for band. Don't pass up your chance to have fun making music with your friends!
📞 864-355-7966
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Angela M. Rex
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students will request their classes with their elementary school counselors and teachers utilizing the GCSD Registration Link found in their Student Backpack.
Sign up dates: February 28-March 4, 2022
Instrument Selection: Dates will be announced before registration. Information can be found on RMS Orchestra Website.
Costs/Fees: music store instrument rental, music store supply purchase
Important Information: If students and parents are unable to attend one of the instrument try-out nights in the spring, they can try out the instruments when classes start in August. Students and parents can email Ms. Rex at any time with questions about the strings/orchestra program at RMS!
📞 864-355-7937
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: 6th Grade Beginning Guitar
Course Code: 15995200
Director: Rudge Arnold
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle school choral literature. The curriculum for Chorus 6 includes vocal technique, part singing, music fundamentals, and singing music of various historical and world styles through large and small group participation. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of the musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students will request their classes with their elementary school counselors and teachers utilizing the GCSD Registration Link found in their Student Backpack.
Sign up dates: February 28-March 4, 2022
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-7900
Guitar
Guitar
Course Name: 6th Grade Beginning Guitar
Course Code: 15995200
Director: Rudge Arnold
This course provides beginning-level instruction in guitar. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation of the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Students will request their classes with their elementary school counselors and teachers utilizing the GCSD Registration Link found in their Student Backpack.
Sign up dates: February 28-March 4, 2022
Costs/Fees: $10 Guitar Maintenance Fee
📞 864-355-7900
Rudolph G. Gordon School
Rudolph G. Gordon School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Kelsey Gunter
Beginning Band is for 6th grade students only and is a year long class. Instruments offered include flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, bari saxophone, bassoon, french horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba and percussion (snare, mallets, cymbals...etc).
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None required
Sign up process: Choose band as a related arts class when you sign up for classes next year. Mrs. Gunter, the RGS band director will then get your name and send out more detailed information on how to choose an instrument.
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: We will have a mouthpiece testing opportunity during the spring.
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-580-0542
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Brittany Saunders
Students will learn to play the violin, viola, cello or bass in an ensemble setting. This course is for the entire year (both fall and spring semester).
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Select Strings or Orchestra on your schedule when you sign up with your counselor.
Sign up dates: Late February or Early March
Instrument Selection: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Costs/Fees: If you choose to rent a school instrument, the cost will be $50. If students are playing the violin or viola, they will be expected to have a shoulder rest and rosin. If students play the double bass or cello, they will be expected to have an instrument at home so they do not have to carry the instrument back and forth each day. Bass and cello players will also need a rock stop and rosin.
Important Information: Strings is a year long commitment. Not only will students be expected to play in class, but they will be expected to practice on their own at home. If a student seems interested in playing in strings and learning a violin, viola, cello or bass, it is important that they begin in 6th grade instead of being behind in 7th or 8th grade.
📞 864-452-1223
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Brittany Saunders
Chorus is for students who enjoy singing and want to continue developing their vocal technique and singing a variety of repertoire alone and as an ensemble.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Select Chorus 6 when registering for classes with your counselor.
Sign up dates: End of February and early March
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: Students should have a passion for singing and learning about music. This is a year long commitment. It is best for students with an interest to sing to join Chorus in 6th grade instead of being behind in 7th and 8th grade.
📞 864-452-1223
Sevier Middle School
Sevier Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Colleen K. Marsh
Beginning Band
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: No experience required
Sign up process: Talk to your Counselor at school or email Mrs. Marsh!
Sign up dates: Anytime
Instrument Selection: We will mouthpiece piece test in August or you are welcome to make an appointment with a local music store to test during the summer.
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: Email Mrs. Marsh if you have any questions!
📞 864-355-8200
Strings
Strings
Course Name: Strings 6
Course Code: 15510000
Director: Colleen K. Marsh
Beginning Strings
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: No experience required
Sign up process: Talk to your Counselor or email Mrs. Marsh
Sign up dates: Anytime
Instrument Selection: We will try instruments in August
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Marsh.
📞 864-355-8200
Chorus
Chorus
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 6: 15410000
Chorus 7th Beginning: 25413800
Chorus 8th Beginning: 25414400
Director: Haley Burton
Students will learn music reading skills and vocal technique while learning a variety of choral repertoire that they will perform at various events.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up for your Chorus class when you select your related arts classes.
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0.00
Important Information: We would love to have anyone, whether you have choral experience or not! We have at least 2 major concerts per year, at least 2 in-school performances, and at least 2 out of school performances per year, including a trip to Carowinds!
📞 864-355-8230
Sterling School / Charles Townes Center
Sterling School / Charles Townes Center
Band
Band
Course Name: 6th Grade Band
Course Code:
Director: Ashleigh Ledford
This course provides beginning-level instruction on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and band techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Sign up in 5th grade and email Mrs. Ledford
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-4587
Orchestra
Orchestra
Course Name: Orchestra 6
Course Code:
Director: Katy Martin
This is a performance oriented course that integrates theory in the curriculum as students are able. Orchestra 7th, 8th, and Honors are offered for continued growth.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Your school guidance counselor or email the director
Sign up dates: Spring
Costs/Fees: $15
Instrument Selection: Violin, Viola,Cello, and Bass are the instruments taught in this class. Piano and harp have been incorporated in chamber and other situations as students have more than one instrument.
📞 864-355-7507
Tanglewood Middle School
Tanglewood Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: Band 6
Course Code:
Director: Josh Recinos
In band class, we will establish a solid foundation of fundamental skills needed to be successful at playing a musical instrument. The students will progress musically by developing a better understanding of musical elements such as pitch, rhythm, tone, and dynamics. In addition, students will obtain an appreciation for music, music theory, and music history.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: none
Sign up process: Attend a Mouthpiece Testing Night in the Spring of 2022
Sign up dates: Any time
Instrument Selection: Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion
Costs/Fees: $25
📞 864-355-4524
Chorus
Chorus
Course Names/Codes:
6th Chorus: 15410000
7th Chorus: 25413800
8th Chorus: 25414400
Director: Mrs. Pisano
Chorus is a fun class where we learn to make beautiful music together and build a foundation for musical skills. We learn songs in different styles and languages and perform every semester. Our Concerts include a Halloween Concert, Winter Concert, Carowinds performance, and Spring Concert, along with other occasional performances. We also participate in Spring Sing with other schools. We get better and better each year as we stick together throughout middle school to develop into a great singing group!
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Select Chorus when signing up for classes.
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-4523
Woodmont Middle School
Woodmont Middle School
Band
Band
Course Name: 6th Grade Band
Course Code: 15310000
Director: Ethan Moulden
6th Grade Band
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Talk to Guidance
Sign up dates: During course registration
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-8559
Strings
Strings
Course Name/Code:
Strings 6, 15510000
Strings (7th/8th grade), 25511300
Director: Lisa Hastings
This course provides beginning-level instruction on violin, viola, cello, and string bass. No previous musical experience is required. The curriculum includes the development of fundamental skills, concepts, composition, cooperative learning, music as it relates to history and culture, and string techniques. The class will include an expectation for the purchase or rental of an instrument and individual practice at home. Some larger instruments are available at the school, and parents should coordinate with the director for their use. Concert performances will be an outgrowth of the study of musical concepts.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners, 7th/8th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Course registration period and Interest For (6th Grade | 7th/8th Grade Beginners)
Sign up dates: Students may express interest on the Interest Form November through February
Instrument Selection: Student Choice
Costs/Fees: Rental Instrument (fees vary) and supplies
📞 864-355-8535
Chorus
Chorus
Course Name: Chorus 6
Course Code: 15410000
Director: Sarah Dupont
Chorus 6 is an introductory course for Chorus. We discuss beginning level sight-singing techniques as well as breathing and posture. We sing 2-part music that is performed in various concerts throughout the year. My goal is to provide meaningful musical experiences while you learn to read, write, and sing music in the choral setting.
Grade Level: 6th Grade Beginners
Prerequisites: None
Sign up process: Talk to your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Any time
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information:
📞 864-355-8551
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