Piano Lab I - Advanced College Prep, Grades 9-12, Fall Semester 2.5 credits or Full Year 5.00 credits
832A.1/832A.1S Piano Lab I, Advanced College Prep, Grades 9-12, Fall Semester 2.5 credits or Full Year 5.00 credits
Have you always wanted to learn how to play the piano? This course is designed for students who are interested in learning to play for their own enjoyment! Class focuses on applying the fundamentals of music theory to playing at the piano keyboard. Students with no previous experience and students with some piano background are all encouraged to enroll. Independent work at the keyboard will include choosing music available in the classroom or bringing in music found at home or online. Students will have the chance to play together in pairs (duets) and in small groups. Class size is limited to 13 students per section (one per piano). Music theory studied in this class is a great preparation for those who wish to take Advanced Placement Music Theory. The curriculum is guided by the Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks.
Piano Lab II / III - Advanced College Prep, Grades 10-12, Full Year, 5.00 credits
832B.1/832C.1 Piano Lab II/III, Advanced College Prep, Grades 10-12, Full Year, 5.00 credits
Piano Lab II is for students who wish to continue with their playing experience. This course is an extension of Piano Lab I with a focus on playing skills. These students have mastered the basics of music theory and performance concepts from Piano Lab I. Independent work at the keyboard will include the exploration of more complex pieces chosen in collaboration with the teacher, along with duets, small group pieces and ensemble playing with the whole class. Class size is limited to 13 (one student per instrument). The curriculum is guided by the Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks.
Enrollment is subject to teacher recommendation.
Piano Lab Independent Study - Advanced College Prep, Grades 10-12, Semester, 2.50 credits
832D.1S Piano Lab Independent Study, Advanced College Prep, Grades 10-12, Semester, 2.50 credits
Piano Lab Independent Study is an opportunity for those who wish an introduction to piano playing or for those who want to continue with playing experience from private lessons or Piano Lab classes.
Enrollment is subject to teacher recommendation.