Performing Arts

Band High School Beginning – 7220 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous band experience. The course involves applying basic fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Band High School Intermediate – 7225 

Course Scope: 

The course involves applying both basic and intermediate fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Band High School Advanced – 7230 

Course Scope: 

The course involves applying both intermediate and advanced fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Band Marching High School – 7245 

Course Scope: 

This one semester course is designed for students already participating in the concert band program. Marching band emphasizes both musical skills and the awareness of movement within time and space. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one half of one elective credit or one half of one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Jazz Band – 5550 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed to introduce the instrumental music student to contemporary stage band literature and techniques. A student will receive direction in solving interpretation problems and will be given an opportunity to experiment in the area of improvisation. The importance of sustained effort and practice is stressed for technical proficiency. A variety of performing experiences will be provided. This course may be repeated. If this course is taken in grades nine to twelve, the student will fulfill either the one arts or humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation.

Choir HS Beginning – 7670

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed as an introductory study in basic vocal production and music fundamentals. Major topics include beginning vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of basic vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $45

Choir Intermediate (Women) - 7690

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed a beginning vocal music course, and/or have demonstrated competency by audition. Major topics include intermediate vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of basic and advanced vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $45

Choir HS Advanced (Men) – 7660 Prerequisite: Audition only.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed an intermediate vocal music course, and/or have demonstrated competency by audition. Major topics include advanced vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of advanced vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $45

Choir HS Advanced (Women) – 7660 Prerequisite: Audition only.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed an intermediate vocal music course, and/or have demonstrated competency by audition. Major topics include advanced vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of advanced vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $45

Choir HS Chamber – 7680 Prerequisite: Audition only.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is offered for the purpose of allowing students to perform in an ensemble which has a selected membership and this one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed an advanced choir course and/or have demonstrated competency through audition and want to explore chamber ensemble performance techniques. Major topics include advanced small ensemble performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of vocal chamber music in a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $75

Dance I – 5050 

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed to develop an appreciation of dance as an art form. Through movement experiences, students communicate in a way that is different from the written or spoken word, or even from other visual or auditory symbol systems. Students develop higher order thinking skills through perceiving, analyzing, and making discriminating judgments about dance. The student examines the role and meaning of dance in diverse social, cultural, and historical contexts through a variety of dance forms. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either the one Arts/Humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation.

Course Fee: $20

Dance II – 5060 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed to promote dance training for a higher level of achievement. This course will develop and extend the artistic, affective, cognitive, and psychomotor potentials of the advanced student. The student will be provided with opportunities to explore, create, organize, evaluate, and perform a variety of dance forms. This course may be repeated for elective credit and will fulfill the Physical Education II credit required for graduation.

Course Fee: $20

Dance HS Advanced Techniques – 5075 Prerequisites: Students must audition.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed an intermediate dance course and want to explore more advanced performance techniques. Major topics include the skills required for performance and creation in ballet, jazz, modern, tap, and theatrical dance forms. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits, or one of the physical education credits, or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 

Course Fee: $35

Guitar Beginning

Course Scope:

This one-year course introduces students to playing the guitar on a beginning level and learning many of the different styles, skills, and techniques required to become a successful guitarist. Areas of concentration include: correct posture, note reading, aural skills, flat-picking, rhythmic patterns, chord study, finger picking styles, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $30

Guitar Intermediate

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the skills outlined in the Beginning Guitar Syllabus. This course includes further development of the skills necessary to become independent as a guitarist. This course emphasizes the development of style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic ability and skills inherent to performance. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $30

Guitar Intermediate

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the skills outlined in the Guitar Level II syllabus. This course emphasizes the development of style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic ability and skills inherent to performance. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 

Course Fee: $30

Mariachi Harmony High School Beginning – 7295 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous Mariachi guitar/vihuela/guittarron experience. Areas of concentration include correct posture, note reading, aural skills, flat picking, singing, rhythmic patterns, chord study, finger melody construction, musical forms, tablature notation, improvisation, and performing experiences. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $30

Mariachi Melody High School Beginning – 7300 

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous Mariachi violin, trumpet, or vocal experience. Areas of concentration include correct posture, note reading, aural skills, singing, instrumental technique songs, rhythmic patterns, construction, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $30

Mariachi High School Intermediate – 7310 Prerequisite: At least 1 year of Mariachi, either middle school or high school.

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the intermediate-level Mariachi performance course and are interested in performing in an ensemble which has a selected membership and which specializes in advanced-level Mariachi ensemble literature. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. .

Course Fee: $30

Mariachi Chamber High School – 7320 Prerequisite: At least 1 year of Mariachi and instructor approval.

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the intermediate-level or advanced-level Mariachi performance course and are interested in performing in a chamber ensemble which has a select content-specific membership. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $30

AP Music Theory – 74102 Prerequisite: Teacher approval.

Course Scope:

This is a one-year course with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Music Theory examination. Instructors should refer to the current Advanced Placement course description for examination specifics. This course is designed for students who wish to further develop their understanding of music fundamentals, harmony, rhythm, and musical analysis. It is suggested that students have prior instrumental experience or membership in school vocal ensembles. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one elective credit required for high school graduation.

Orchestra HS Beginning – 7325

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous orchestra experience. The course involves applying basic fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $10

Orchestra HS Intermediate – 7330 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Orchestra I.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed a beginning orchestra course and/or demonstrated the required skills by audition. The course involves applying both basic and intermediate fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $10

Orchestra HS Advanced – 7335 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Orchestra II or teacher approval.

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed an intermediate orchestra course and/or demonstrated the required skills by audition. Areas of emphasis include advanced concepts in music reading, specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied, tone production, and intonation. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $10

Orchestra HS Chamber – 7350 Prerequisite: Audition only

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for high school students who have successfully completed an advanced orchestra course and/or have demonstrated competency through audition and want to explore chamber ensemble performance techniques. Major topics include advanced small ensemble performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of orchestral chamber music in a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Course Fee: $10

Piano HS Beginning – 

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous experience playing piano who wish to build their skills. This course will include sight-reading, basic fingering, scale techniques, exercises to build skills, repertoire for beginning students, and beginning harmonization. The importance of consistent practice techniques will be emphasized. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated 

Course Fee: $15

Piano HS Intermediate – 

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed for students who have achieved beyond the beginning piano level. It includes guidance and direction in solving problems related to studying repertoire, from analysis, style, and composers of varying stylistic periods. The importance of sustained effort and practice is stressed for technical proficiency. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 

Course Fee: $15

Theater I – 7615 

Course Scope: 

This first-year course is designed to familiarize students with the theatre: its intent, structure, effectiveness, and value. Class work focuses on student performance through demonstration of various acting skills. Continuous emphasis will be made to develop awareness and self-expression, to increase general knowledge of the theatre, and to encourage social adjustment. This course will fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation.

Theater II – 7620 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Theater I and teacher approval. Must participate in school productions. 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the appropriate Theater I course or who have participated in an approved equivalent school or community theater oriented experience. Students will demonstrate advanced acting skills through reading, rehearsing, and acting theater literature. Group interaction and ensemble work will be emphasized. Students are expected to be involved in theater festivals and workshops. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation.

Course Fee: $40

Theater III – 7625 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Theater II and teacher approval. Must participate in school productions. 

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the appropriate Theatre II course or who have participated in an approved equivalent school or community theater oriented experience. Students will demonstrate advanced acting skills through reading, rehearsing, and performing theater literature. Group interaction and ensemble work will be emphasized. Students are expected to be involved in theater festivals and workshops. This course will fulfill an art/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation.

Course Fee: $40

Theater IV – 7630 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Theater III and teacher approval. Must participate in school productions.

Course Scope: 

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the appropriate Theatre III course or who have participated in an approved equivalent school or community theater oriented experience. Students will demonstrate advanced acting skills through reading, rehearsing, and performing theater literature. Group interaction and ensemble work will be emphasized. Students are expected to be involved in theater festivals and workshops. This course will fulfill an art/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation.

Course Fee: $40

Theatre Appreciation - 7600

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed to promote a positive attitude toward theater by Responding: Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning, and Connecting: Relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context. The ability to recognize specific forms, theater techniques, and historical styles is emphasized through viewing and reading of plays. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

Music Appreciation - 7390

Course Scope:

This one-year course is designed to promote a positive attitude toward music. The ability to recognize specific forms, musical techniques, and historical styles is emphasized through listening. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.