Designed for students who are new to playing piano or students who have played before but have gaps in music reading and theory knowledge. The vast majority of students in the piano program begin here, and this is the recommended starting point for all 9th graders and most 10th-12th graders who are new to piano.
Official Course Description -- Piano HS 1A/B (ART2071)
0.5 credit per semester
Students will create, perform, and respond to piano music in a variety of styles/genres. Students will learn and develop beginning piano skills and techniques, historical, personal, and social context are studied as they relate to piano repertoire. Students will develop effective practice habits so they will be able to progress independently. This course is open to all students, regardless of music background. This course satisfies the fine arts graduation requirement and may be repeated unlimited times for credit.
Grade Level: 9 - 10 - 11 - 12
May be repeated 3 times