Chorus

TREBLE CONCERT CHOIR

This ensemble is composed of two classes, Choral Music I - Beginning & Choral Music II- Intermediate. Choral Music I - Beginning is open to all treble voice students at Enloe High School, and requires no audition or prior choral experience. Choral Music II - Intermediate is an auditioned group of singers that have some understanding of basic music literacy and vocal technique. Together they perform at every Enloe Choral Department concert. (Average grade level of those in this choir are 9th & 10th grade).

MAGNET TENOR/BASS ENSEMBLE 

The tenor/bass voice requires completely different vocal technique instructions than the treble voice. Ms. Hallihan’s graduate thesis on the Cambiata changing voice furthers her desire to create this ensemble! The Tenor/Bass group is an auditioned group of singers with a blended understanding (intermediate to advanced) of music literacy knowledge and vocal technique. The Magnet Tenor/Bass group is composed of the Magnet T/B Intermediate singers (audition required [average grade level 9th-10th]) the Honors Proficient Tenor/Bass group (audition required - Honors credit - Average grade level 10th-11th), and the Advanced Chamber Tenor/Bass group (audition required -  Honors credit - Average grade level 10th-12th). The Magnet Tenor/Bass singers perform together at every concert. The Advanced Chamber tenor/basses additionally perform SATB repertoire with the Chamber Treble ensemble.

ADVANCED TREBLE ENSEMBLE

This ensemble is the Choral Music III - Proficient class for treble voices. It is an auditioned group of singers that have an understanding of music literacy and vocal technique. The ensemble also features body percussion pieces at most concerts. This class receives honors credit. (Average grade level of those in this choir are 10th & 11th grade).

CHAMBER TREBLES

This ensemble is the Choral Music IV - Advanced class for treble voices. It is an auditioned group of singers that have an understanding of music literacy and vocal technique. This class receives honors credit. (Average grade level of those in this choir are 11-12th grade).

CHAMBER CHOIR

This ensemble is created when combining the Chamber Trebles singers with the Chamber Tenor/Bass singers. This is an auditioned group of singers with an extended knowledge of music literacy and vocal technique. (Average grade level 11th-12th). These students MUST have an advanced level of music literacy skills. This group meets after school bi-weekly in order to rehearse together. This ensemble performs outside of school regularly, including the Governor’s Mansion for Christmas, ACDA Conferences, National Competitions such as the Athena Festival in Nashville, TN, Pieces of Gold, MPA Festival, and more. Members of this ensemble may be required to attend after school rehearsals in preparation for upcoming performances.

Guitar

GUITAR – MUSIC SPECIALIZATION BEGINNING 

Students will learn the basics of playing guitar through the study of music notation, chord symbols, and group interaction. Students will gain an enhanced appreciation for music and understand a variety of musical genres. Participation in after-school rehearsals and performances is expected.

Orchestra

CONCERT (ORCHESTRA I)

This orchestra is designed to continue the study of the fundamentals of music and technique. Students are expected to participate in all performance activities of this group. Prior orchestra experience needed. No audition required.

STRING ENSEMBLE (ORCHESTRA II)

This orchestra is designed to continue and expand the technical proficiency of the members through classical music, as well as a variety of auxiliary methods.  Students are expected to participate in all performance activities of this group.  Entrance by audition only.

SINFONIETTA (ORCHESTRA II)

This orchestra will expand the technical proficiency of the members through the best in string orchestra literature.  More advanced studies of intonation, shifting, and musicianship will be offered.  Students are expected to participate in all performance activities of this group.   Entrance by audition only.

CHAMBER (ORCHESTRA III)

This orchestra is for students with a high level of technical proficiency. The emphasis of this group is on the performance of chamber music. Students are expected to participate in all performance activities. Entrance by audition only.

SYMPHONY (ORCHESTRA IV)

This orchestra is open to students with a very high level of technical proficiency.  The emphasis will be on the performance of the best of full orchestra literature.  Students are expected to participate in all performance activities of this group.  Entrance by audition only.

Theatre

THEATRE ARTS I

This course introduces students to the basic aspects of movement, vocal expression, and ensemble work. Class activities include pantomime, improvisation, vocal development, playwriting, and solo/collaborative presentations in acting and theatre production (costumes, lighting, makeup, scenery, and sound). The course offers opportunities to present before an audience.

THEATRE ARTS II

Recommended prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts – Beginning or audition

Students continue to develop vocal and physical acting skills (including in-depth character analysis and development) and playwriting. Various acting styles are introduced along with opportunities to explore directing. Students focus on the history and development of theatre in Western Civilization. Class activities include more challenging improvisation, vocal development, solo/collaborative presentations in acting, directing, and theatre production (costumes, lighting, makeup, scenery, and sound). Participation in after-school rehearsals and performances is expected.

THEATRE ARTS III (H)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts II or audition

Students apply acting, directing, playwriting, and production skills developed in previous theatre training. Students produce polished and complex works for an audience. Additional acting styles are introduced and developed. Participating in after-school rehearsals and performances is expected.

THEATRE ARTS IV (H)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts III or audition

Students advance acting, directing, playwriting, and production skills developed in previous theatre training. Students assume leadership roles in the production of polished and complex works for an audience. Various acting and directing styles are practiced. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in performance, and extensive knowledge of all areas of theatre including production and directing, and an in-depth study of a variety of dramatic literature. Students are encouraged to explore a variety of theatrical styles and work with others to produce experimental, culturally significant works of art. Participation in after-school rehearsals and performances is expected.

MAGNET ACTORS ENSEMBLE (H)

TECHNICAL THEATRE I

Students explore the various aspects of design and production for theatre. Areas of study may include scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, properties, costumes, and stage management.

TECHNICAL THEATRE II

Recommended prerequisite(s): Technical Theatre Beginning

Students develop technical skills through design and production. Technical support for school productions requires participation in after-school rehearsals and performances.

TECHNICAL THEATRE III (H)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Technical Theatre II

Students who have demonstrated a high skill level in technical theatre can continue to study various areas of technical theatre by focusing on more advanced design and production skills. Students are expected to participate in after-school rehearsals and performances as well as provide technical support for school- based events.

Magnet Tech Theatre: Costume Technology and Design (S/H)

Magnet Improvisational Theatre

Visual Art

VISUAL ARTS BEGINNING

This course introduces the elements and principles of design through an exploration of a broad range of media. Activities emphasize skills and techniques in the following

areas: drawing, painting, graphics, fibers, ceramics, art history, and three-dimensional design (fibers, ceramics, etc.).

ADVANCED I STUDIO ART HONORS

Recommended prerequisite(s): Visual Arts – Intermediate or portfolio

This level of advanced art involves more in-depth knowledge of processes, media, history, and the development of art. Students understand and apply all skills through a variety of media. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in design and production, and extensive knowledge of a variety of art forms. Students are encouraged to explore a variety of media, to produce experimental culturally significant works of art, and to gain an extensive knowledge of art history.

ADVANCED II STUDIO ART HONORS

 Recommended prerequisite(s): Advanced I Studio Art Honors

This course offers a concentrated study in areas selected cooperatively between the art teacher and the student. Students are challenged by the teacher to evaluate their art products to solve problems in terms of the chosen art media and learn concepts and skills as they relate to personal art expressions. Students will be working towards specific portfolio goals in Drawing/Painting, Color & Design, artist research, and a concentrated area of study where the work will focus on a specific theme or the student’s choosing. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in design and production, and extensive knowledge of a variety of art forms. Students initiate, define, and solve challenging visual arts problems independently using intellectual skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Students have indepth experiences in reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others.

SCULPTURE/CERAMICS –(INTERMEDIATE)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Visual Arts Beginning or portfolio

Students begin to develop their knowledge and technical abilities in three-dimensional design through the medium of clay and other sculptural materials. Various types of clay construction and glazing techniques are explored. Emphasis will be placed on technique, originality, planning and organizing three-dimensional compositions.

SCULPTURE/CERAMICS –(PROFICIENT) HONORS

Recommended prerequisite(s): Visual Arts Beginning, Sculpture/Ceramics, or portfolio

Students expand their knowledge and technical abilities in three-dimensional design through the medium of clay (hand building and/or wheel) and other sculptural materials (plaster, wood, wire, papier-mache, etc.). All types of construction, glaze formulation, and firing techniques are explored. Form and shape are stressed using materials appropriate to sculpting. Success at the honors level requires rigorous study, excellence in design and production, and extensive knowledge of a variety of art forms.

INDEPENDENT STUDY – VISUAL ART SPECIALIZATION (ADVANCED) HONORS

The student works independently in a special area of concentration selected by the student with the visual arts teacher's approval. A student must have a sponsoring teacher and must have arranged a program of study prior to registering for this course.

AP ART HISTORY

This advanced art history course requires students to make extensive connections between the art of each time period and its relationship to culture. Students enrolled in this course are encouraged to take the College Board AP Exam.

AP STUDIO ART 2D DESIGN 

AP STUDIO ART 3D DESIGN 

AP STUDIO ART DRAWING 

Recommended prerequisite(s): Two (2) credits in visual arts at the high school level and teacher/portfolio placement.

Emphasis is placed on studio art. It is expected that students enrolled in these courses will take the College Board AP Exam. The student must prepare and submit a portfolio to the AP Visual Arts Committee of The College Board for college credit approval. Success at the AP level requires rigorous study, excellence in design and production, and extensive knowledge of a variety of art forms. Students initiate, define, and solve challenging visual arts problems independently using intellectual skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Students have in-depth experiences in reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others.