Orchestra

At least 2 years of intermediate study with group or individual instruction in violin, cello, viola, or bass is required to take Orchestra 1. Orchestra courses focus on the study of string instruments, basic and advanced music theory, sight-reading skills, concert, ensemble, chamber, and solo skills. Students perform at community events and functions, productions, contests, and travel. Students are required to attend rehearsals before and/or after school.

ORCHESTRA I-IV CHAMBER

Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1

Prerequisite: Approval of Director

Students must audition for the director to perform in this group. The Lake Travis

Chamber Orchestra is composed of students who have had prior string experience. This course furthers students' knowledge on string instruments with emphasis on technique, music history, theory, and ensemble performing. Creativity and self-expression are nurtured. More advanced music is played than in Concert or Symphony Orchestra. This class offers students opportunities for solo work, improvisation, and explore different genres of music. Students are required to perform at four concerts during the school year. Students are also required to participate in UIL Solo and Ensemble, graduation ceremony, UIL Full and String Orchestra Contest, Region Orchestra and All-State Orchestra, if eligible.

ORCHESTRA I-IV CONCERT

Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1

Prerequisite: Approval of Director

Concert Orchestra is composed of students who have had prior string experience. The focus for the Concert Orchestra is on mastering advanced playing skills (e.g. shifting, vibrato, and various bow strokes). Students will become independent readers and improve their musicianship skills in counting, pitch recognition, and sight-reading. All students are taught and tested on fundamentals of basic music theory. The experience of teamwork and following the conductor is also a continuing part of the student's education. Students are required to perform at four concerts during the school year.

ORCHESTRA I-IV SYMPHONY

Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1

Prerequisite: Approval of Director

Students must audition for the director to perform in this group. The Lake Travis Symphony Orchestra is composed of students who have had prior string experience. This course furthers students' knowledge on string instruments with emphasis on technique, music history, theory, and ensemble performing. Creativity and self-expression are nurtured. More advanced music is played than in Concert Orchestra. This class offers students opportunities for solo work, improvisation, and exploring different genres of music. Students are required to perform at four concerts during the school year. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in Region Orchestra and All-State Orchestra, if eligible.

MUSIC I-II, APPLIED

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 Course # 1794,1795

Prerequisite: Teacher Approval

Applied Music courses offer students an opportunity to receive small group or private instruction designed to develop and refine performance skills. A variety of music methods and repertoire is utilized to refine students’ abilities in learning, performing, creating, art 1and responding to music.