Classes in Instrumental Music

Semester Long Courses

1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: None
Fall Semester Only
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of a band instrument
A one period, co-curricular course which provides intensive training in marching and maneuvering execution as well as improving musicianship. Exposure to the skills and techniques necessary for positions in the Marching Colts. Opportunities to perform at football games and in parades. All performances are mandatory.
Participation outside of school day, certain parts of uniform are required.

1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: None
Spring Semester Only
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of a band instrument
Co-curricular band class that provides an intensive review of instrument fundamentals. Exposure to the musical skills necessary for advancement to symphonic or wind ensemble.
Attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances are required.

1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Spring Semester Only
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: Audition
Intermediate to advanced level, co-curricular concert music is performed by this group. Members may also participate in wind ensemble.
Attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances is required.

1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Spring Semester Only
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: Audition required
Advanced level, co-curricular concert band music is performed by this select group formed from first semester Colt and Pep Bands. Weighted credit is available through fine arts petition program.
Attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances is required.

1 Semester
Course Fee: Same as the registered ensemble
Satisfies .05 of a Fine Art or Elective Credit
Receiving honors credit is an option for selected courses, this includes Marching Colts, Wind Ensemble, Show Band, Advanced Theater Technology, Theater Production Studio, Concert Choir and Rhythmix. While participating in a year-long major advanced performing ensemble, students will extend their understanding through involvement in a series of achievements. Students that petition for honors (weighted) credit will negotiate activities that address each of the following areas including: individual instruction, performance, academic content knowledge, and leadership/service.

Mus1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Offered Both Semesters
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to give a basic understanding and experience using audio technology for musical application with a focus on digital audio recording and editing technology. Use of software including notation, sequencing, and audio editing will be surveyed. Class size is limited to available resources. Can be repeated for further credit and further study with instructor approval.

1 Semester
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Offered Both Semesters
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: None
Emphasis on proper technique and hand position. Students will study basic chord progressions and introductory level guitar and piano pieces. Students do not need to be able to read music. Class open to beginning players as well as those with experience. Class can be repeated with instructor permission.

1 Semester
Grades 11 -12
Satisfies 0.5 of a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Offered Both Semesters
Course Fee: None
Prerequisite: Upper level study in the Arts
This program emphasizes leadership skill development and provides an opportunity to continue engagement and learning at the highest level within a structured arts program. Students will build on previously-developed skills and practical application of previously-studied theory while expanding organizational, technical, problem solving, collaboration, communication and critical thinking abilities related to the standards identified in their selected Arts program. Goals for students on this team are set cooperatively by the student, teacher and Arts faculty.

Yearlong
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: None
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of a band instrument
Woodwinds, brass, and orchestra strings included in these small, co-curricular ensembles geared toward improving musical skills.

Yearlong (2 Hours)
Grades 9-12
Satisfies a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
Fall semester–Marching Colt Drumline. Co-curricular course that meets daily for 2 periods (0 and 1st)
Spring semester–Buena Indoor Percussion. Co-curricular course that meets daily for 2 periods (0 and 1st).
Course Fee: $12.50 - Additional cost may apply.
Prerequisite: Audition
Intensive training in the demonstration of correct responses from percussion instruments and appropriate body movement. Recognize music symbols. Interact musically with other musicians during rehearsals and performances.
Attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances is required.

Year Long
Grades 9-12
Satisfies a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
College credit can be earned with score of 3 or higher on AP test given in May.
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to introduce and examine in depth the musical skills necessary for college level music theory. Class will focus on concepts of notated music, sight singing, and dictation skills, including standard notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, and chords as well as developing listening skills. This is a weighted class recommended for upper level musicians.

Yearlong
Grades 9 -12
Satisfies a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: None
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of a band instrument
A co-curricular band designed as an exploration of the basic elements of jazz through performance, theory, and involvement in other bands. Students of an above average ability level admitted to this class.

Yearlong
Grades 10-12
Satisfies a Fine Art or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: $12.50
Prerequisite: Audition
Advanced level, co-curricular band that provides experience in wide variety of jazz, dance, and pop-style music. Weighted credit is available through fine arts petition program.
Performances include numerous late evening events, extra rehearsals, and involvement in other bands.

Yearlong
Grades 10- 12
Satisfies a Fine Arts or Elective Requirement
Course Fee: $12:50
Receiving honors credit is an option for Show Band. While participating in this advanced performance ensemble students will extend their understanding through involvement in a series of achievements. Students that petition for honors (weighted) credit will negotiate activities that address each of the following areas including: individual instruction, performance, academic content knowledge, and leadership/service.

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