Visual & Performing Arts Electives

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ART

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3D Design/Sculpture (V138)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: 3D Des&Sculpt)

Prerequisite: None

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

This introductory course in 3 dimensional design and sculpture covers the fundamentals of art through working with wire, plaster, cardboard, paper-mache and other sculpting mediums. Students will learn to design and create 3 dimensional sculptures from sketch to project completion. California state standards are addressed. This course is equal to Art 1 in graduation credit.

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3-D Design/Sculpture 2 (V139)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: 3D Des&Sculpt 2) 

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of 3- D Design/Sculpture 1

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

3- /Sculpture 2 is for the second year student interested in improving their artistic and creative abilities. Students will expand and grow their sculpting and design abilities, build upon standards, principles and elements beyond the beginning levels in specified mediums such as clay, mosaic, wood and mixed media. This course may be taken for an additional year.

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AP 3D Art Design (V137)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: APStuArt 3D Des) 

Prerequisite: 3-D Desing /Sculpture 2 Teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

This is an Advanced Placement three-dimensional design program for the highly motivated students. A college level 3-D program that includes use of wide variety of materials and techniques and styles, critiques, quality production and presentation, plus 3-D art history and multi-cultural studies. Summer project required. The AP 3-Dimensional Design/Sculpture Exam should be taken near the conclusion of the course. 

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Art 1 (V100)

(Abbr. Transcript Title:Art 1) 

Prerequisite: None

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

Your creative journey starts here! Learn to draw and see like an artist, shading, faces, paint, conquer oil pastels and discover the fun of printmaking. As you learn about and put to use the language of art, you will gain confidence in yourself and build a shared artistic community with your peers. Art 1 will teach you how to become the skilled, creative person you have always hoped to be.

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Art 2 (V110)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Art 2) 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 1 or teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

Art 2 is the next stop in your art journey! You already know the language of art, now let's expand your style. You will explore and create artwork in the styles of various western art movements using a range of media like acrylic paint, charcoal, graphite, and Prismacolor Pencils.

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Figurative Drawing and Design 1 (V125)   

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 1

Course does NOT meet a UC/CSU A-G requirement 

Students will refine their drawing and painting skills with projects involving the proportions of the body, expressive clothing design and, both accurate and stylized portraiture. Figurative Drawing students will research ideas, work individually and in groups, while building a rich and imaginative portfolio filled with people and characters from real life and fantasy. 

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Studio Art (V120)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Studio Art) 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 2 or teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

Enjoy working as an artist and expect to be challenged in this class. You will explore relevant topics and new approaches with your own unique perspective and creative thinking. As stepping stone to building a AP 2D Design portfolio, Studio Art supports the highly motivated student in reaching their artistic goals.

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AP Studio Art: 2D Design (V133)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: APStuArt 2D Des) 

Prerequisite: Studio Art or Teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Visual Arts)

AP 2D Design is not for wimps! In this class you will finish the work needed to assemble both the AP Breadth and Sustained Study portfolios, producing artwork both in class and at home. As an artist community, you will share ideas and participate in peer critiques. Exploration, hard work and personal growth will be the "shining star" for you in this very challenging AP course.

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Anyone and everyone can learn to sing. No matter your age, experience, or perceived ability level, it is certain that you have within you the potential to be a singer. Whether you are interested in becoming a soloist or you prefer to sing with others in a safe and encouraging space, this is the perfect place for female voices to begin or continue their journey as a singer. Come and develop a lifelong skill that is sure to bring you joy and fulfillment for the rest of your life. No audition required.

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Choir: Forza (V207)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Choir Forza) 

Prerequisite: Audition and teacher recommendation required

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Music)

Tenor Range Voices

Energy. Brotherhood. Charisma. They first took the stage at MVHS in 2014 and have quickly become one of the most entertaining ensembles that the school has to offer. 'Forza' welcomes bass/tenor singers of all levels to come and take part in a community unlike anything they have ever experienced. This course covers the foundations of musicianship and vocal technique while guiding students through an immersive journey to develop each singer's unique artistic expression. 

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Choir: Suono Divino  (V209)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Choir Suono Divino) 

Prerequisite: Audition and teacher recommendation required

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Music)

Advanced Alto Range Voices

Connection. Expression. Passion. 'Suono Divino' is a vibrant ensemble that builds upon the curriculum taught in 'Bel Canto'.  The vocal maturity in this choir manifests itself in a tonal landscape that is both vibrant and compelling. Students in 'Suono Divino' engage in a meaningful music making experience while building relevant skills for lifelong learning. Singers will enter into a collaborative process of exploring advanced vocal literature as they develop unique and nuanced interpretations of a wide variety of music.  

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Choir: Maestoso (V208)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Choir Maestoso) 

Prerequisite: Audition and teacher recommendation required

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Music)

Advanced Alto and Tenor Range Voices

Excellence. Grandeur. Majesty. 'Maestoso' is a mixed (Male/Female) ensemble comprised of musicians who are dedicated to musical excellence, authentic expression, and the production of a majestic choral sound. The combined experience and connectivity within this group transfers into a real artistic integrity; fostering the ability to create and perform a wide range of textures and impressive landscapes of sound. Singers will enter into a collaborative process of exploring advanced vocal literature as they develop unique and nuanced interpretations of a wide variety of music. 

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Drama 3 (V360)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Drama 3) 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Drama 2 or teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Theater)

Love Drama? Analyze classic plays and engage in the process of transforming yourself into different characters of many periods. Expand your knowledge of world theatre at the same time you are developing your instrument; special focus on creating original work as well as honing audition skills and presentation.

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Drama 4 (V364)

(Abbr. Transcript Title: Drama 4) 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Drama 3 or teacher approval

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Theater)

Take a deep dive into drama -- in Drama 4 your will discover how important theatre practitioners have evolved and created new methods for reflecting and sharing essential human concerns. Through devised theatre work and classic plays, this class becomes a true ensemble of theatre artists: directors and performers.

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Musical Theater Ensemble (V230)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Drama 1 or teacher recommendation

Meets the UC/CSU "F" (Theater)

Spend your Spring in the spotlight! Unlock your talent and put it all together; singing, dancing and acting. Musical Theatre is a class for students of a broad range of experience--explore the nuts and bolts of telling a story through song, interpreting character through movement and dance, and committing to a most memorable experience!

MTE will help you improve your musical chops, culminating in a staged musical performance at the end of the term.

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Dance

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Dance 2 (V325)   

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dance 1 or Audition 

Meets the UC/CSU “F” requirement

Dance 2 segues directly from all principles learned in Dance 1 to refine and strengthen basic technical skills in each dance style. As the class progresses, dancers will build on more complex movement and sequences. This course focuses in depth on movement biomechanics, anatomy, safe practices, and coordination, and intermediate levels of technique. The primary focus of study remains in Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip-hop dance. Articulation of each style in distinction is elevated, history and origin of each style is re-traced, stylistic evolution in performance is explored, and technique is heightened in all movements of study. Movements have increased complexity and are practiced in detail. All unit dances will demonstrate increased coordination, connectedness, and efficiency. Dancers will begin to lead their interpretation of each dance into their performance. Dance improvisation will be utilized more often and improved upon each unit of study.

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Dance 3 (V330)   

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dance 2 or Audition 

Meets the UC/CSU “F” requirement

Dance 3 focuses on refinement of technique in all complex movement skills. Complex/difficult technical movements are practiced and mastered. The class will move quickly through each unit of study and choreography will be begin to be processed and grasped quickly. Units of study include Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-hop, Lyrical, Modern, Ballet, Dance Improvisation, and Choreography. History and origin of each style is re-traced and related to what is currently in process, stylistic evolution in performance is proficient, and technique is heightened in all complex movements. Details of performance and technique are expected to be absorbed and performed. All unit dances will contain complex coordination situations, and dancers will be expected to develop advanced connectedness and efficiency in learning large quantities of choreography at a quick pace. Dance improvisation will be strengthened and interpretation of dance expanded.  

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Dance 4 (V335)   

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dance 3 or Audition 

Meets the UC/CSU “F” requirement

Dance 4 focuses on perfection of technique and all performance aspects including artistic purpose and expression. Complex/difficult technical movements are practiced and taken to new levels of advancement in articulation. The class will move quickly through each unit of study and choreography be processed and grasped quickly. Units of study include Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-hop, Lyrical, Modern, Ballet, Dance Improvisation, and Choreography. History and origin of each style is re-traced and applied during the study of various dance forms. Dancers will be expected to develop advanced connectedness and efficiency in learning large quantities of choreography at a quick pace. Augmented interpretation of each dance will be processed into performance. Dance improvisation will be at performance level.

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