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All middle schools are required to take one year of a fine arts course in middle school (6th grade). Some middle schools may require that all 6th-graders be enrolled in at least one music class. TEA requirements.
BAND
BAND
Band courses comprise a full year of enrollment and provide sequential, progressive learning opportunities through instrumental music education. 6th-grade students develop music literacy through specialized instrumental training featuring woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. 7th and 8th-grade courses incorporate all beginning band instruments into full ensemble settings, enabling students to further their musical development through critical evaluation and response skills in larger group settings. Band members must attend scheduled rehearsals and participate in curricular performance opportunities. Instruments may be rented, purchased, or utilized on loan from LISD for an annual fee (details provided by program directors).
Instrumental options include: Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, and Percussion.
6th GRADE BAND
6th GRADE BAND
Beginning Band Instrument-Specific Classes
Instrumental options include: Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, and Percussion.
7th/8th GRADE BAND
7th/8th GRADE BAND
Concert Band*
Symphonic Band*
*Ensemble titles vary at the campus level; Some campuses may offer Instrumental Techniques for 7th/8th grade Band members
CHOIR
CHOIR
Choir courses comprise a full year of enrollment and provide sequential, progressive learning opportunities through vocal music education. 6th-grade students develop music literacy through specialized voice training, during which students’ natural vocal range is identified and developed. 7th and 8th-grade course offerings include expanded vocal ensembles, enabling students to further their musical development through critical evaluation and response skills in larger group settings. Choir members are required to attend scheduled rehearsals and participate in curricular performances.
6th GRADE
6th GRADE
Beginning Choir
7th/8th GRADE
7th/8th GRADE
Choir Treble*
Choir Tenor/Bass*
Choir Mixed*
*Ensemble offerings & titles vary by campus
orchestra
orchestra
Orchestra courses comprise a full year of enrollment and provide sequential, progressive learning opportunities through instrumental music education. 6th-grade students develop music literacy through specialized instrumental training featuring string instruments. 7th and 8th-grade courses incorporate all beginning orchestra instruments into full ensemble settings, enabling students to further their musical development through critical evaluation and response skills in larger group settings. Orchestra members are required to attend scheduled rehearsals and participate in curricular performance opportunities. Instruments may be rented, purchased, or utilized on loan from LISD for an annual fee (details provided by program directors).
Instrumental options include: Violin, Viola, Cello, & String Bass
6th GRADE ORCHESTRA
6th GRADE ORCHESTRA
Beginning Orchestra Instrument Specific Classes
Instrumental options include: Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass
7th/8th GRADE ORCHESTRA
7th/8th GRADE ORCHESTRA
Symphony Orchestra*
Philharmonic Orchestra*
Concert Orchestra*
*Ensemble titles vary at the campus level; Some campuses may offer Instrumental Techniques for 7th/8th grade Orchestra members
ART
ART
Art courses comprise a full year of enrollment. The elements and the principles of design are emphasized through various projects and activities in two and three- dimensional design, drawing, painting, and printmaking. Art 1 will allow students to be introduced to design principles without prior Art experience. As students continue into Art 2, skills are expanded through observing, problem-solving, manipulating art media, and evaluating works of art. Opportunities for students to show artwork in displays, shows, and competitions are available at all levels of Art.
6th GRADE ART
6th GRADE ART
MS Art 1 (6)
*If offered on campus
7th/8th GRADE ART
7th/8th GRADE ART
MS Art 1 (7/8)
MS Art 2 (7/8)
ART I High School
ART I High School
HS Art 1 (8th Grade Only)
This course receives one (1) high school elective credit.
*Prerequisite: Art in 7th grade.
theatre
theatre
Theatre courses comprise a full year of enrollment. Students will be introduced to basic skills in acting, directing, movement, technical theatre, literature, voice, and design. 7th & 8th-grade course offerings allow students to expand their ability to appreciate, construct, and evaluate live theatre. Production class students are required to attend scheduled rehearsals and curricular performances.
6th GRADE
6th GRADE
THEATRE 1
7th/8th GRADE
7th/8th GRADE
THEATRE 1 (7/8)
THEATRE 2 (7/8)
THEATRE PRODUCTION 2 & 3 (7/8)*
*Theatre Production course admission requires an audition.
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