PVHS MUSIC PROGRAMS OF STUDY

• Course Offerings: Concert Band I-IV, Concert Choir I-IV, Honors Concert Band, Honors Concert Choir, Music Theory, Rock of Ages, Music Explorations, Fundamentals of Piano Keyboard, Intro to Classical Guitar, Zero Period Concert Band and Concert Choir

• Instrumental Music Coursework: Students choose an instrument in order to learn playing techniques and music fundamentals such as note reading, rhythm, intonation, ear training, breath control, tonal balance, production, and quality, phrasing, and ensemble playing skills

• Vocal Music Coursework: Students will receive training and experience in music fundamentals such as note reading, rhythm, intonation, ear training, breath control, diction, intonation, blend, and phrasing. Students will sing a highly diverse repertoire in multiple parts and develop critical listening, thinking, and evaluative skills.

• General Music Coursework: Elements of music and theory, terminology, various musical forms, materials and methods of composition from different historical periods and world cultures, awareness of various music related careers, history of music/contemporary music, music technology, performance

• Positions of leadership available within the Concert Choir (section leaders, music librarians) as well as Marching Band (Drum Major, Captain)

• Three concerts in conjunction with multiple performance opportunities throughout the year

• Student enrichment through field trips and in-school presentations

• Extra-curricular performances groups (A Cappella Vocal Ensemble, Marching Band, Jazz Band)

• ABA Music Course offering through the Washington School at Passaic Valley HS