Music In Our Lives - Guitar

2023/2024 Concert Dates

Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Band, 11th & 12th Grade Treble Choir: December 14 & June 6

Concert Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band: January 11 & May 20

Prism Concert: Symphony Orchestra, Jazz Bands: February 1

String Extravaganza: April 17; Band Bonanza: April 18

SHS Guitar Concert: May 13

Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Bands, Select Choir: June 10

All concerts begin at 7:30 pm in the SHS Auditorium. Students arrive by 6:30 pm. 

Music In Our Lives/Guitar is a general music course that explains the way music is integrated in society with a focus on guitar. Students must have or obtain a guitar. (Guitars are available from SHS for those in need.) Students will be expected to practice the guitar for a few minutes every day at home. There may be a concert or two required.  Students will also be given a few assignments each quarter such as a powerpoint or keynote presentation about a composer, performer or group. There will be some tests on playing the music we will work on in class. Class participation and cooperation will make up a large part of the grade. 

The course covers such areas as: