This course was designed for the “non-performance” based student who wishes to expand their general understanding of music but does not want to perform on stage.  Students are exposed to the rich history of American music, spanning from the Colonial era to the 21st Century.  Field trips to area performances are scheduled whenever possible.  Excellent resources, an extensive video library, and vigorous in-class discussion will hopefully make each participant more musically diverse. 

This course is designed for students who are interested in participating in a musical ensemble at Lakeland, whether it be through voice or instrument. Students have the option to participate in both ensembles, or just one. Rehearsals for band and chorus will rotate every other day. If participating solely in either band or chorus, the student will utilize practice rooms and supplementary material provided by the teacher on days in which they are not rehearsing. Students who are participating in this class are also to attend a supplemental lessons period that cycles between different class periods each week.

Choral singing focuses on blend, balance, intonation, and tone quality.  Students are also rehearsed so as to build listening and sight-reading skills.  The chorus performs at school assemblies for Veteran’s Day, Christmas, and for our annual spring concert.  The chorus readily donates its services performing for nursing homes and hospitals during the holiday season. This course may be taken more than once in subsequent years

The Band will perform at 2 or 3 major concerts throughout the year. Students will also perform in various events such as assemblies for the school, parades, football games, and public functions. The class will incorporate higher level thinking skills through music and music theory. Students will develop and refine personal character traits of responsibility, discipline, leadership, and dependability through designed musical activities. This course will involve performing a wide repertoire of music and will forge a deeper understanding of how the arts are directly related to the other academic programs at Lakeland.  This course can be taken more than once in subsequent years.