Vocal Music

Beginning Chorus

Course Code:

Prerequisite: None

Elective

Grades 9-12

1 Credit

This ensemble is composed of mixed (high and low) voices and is for anyone new to the choral program at John Handley High School who wants to learn to sing or enhance skills. The ensemble is designed to offer the opportunity to develop skills and perform 2-4 part music. Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Chamber Choir I

Course Code:

Prerequisite: Successful audition and one year experience in the choral program at Handley

Elective

Grades 10-12

1 Credit

This ensemble is a select small ensemble of advanced singers. The ensemble is a performance-oriented group designed to offer the talented singer the opportunity to perform challenging music. Music will be performed from a variety of genres with special emphasis on the correct performance technique for each period. The students will perform throughout the community and participate in district and state choruses, assessments, and competitions.  Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Chamber Choir II

Course Code:

Prerequisite: Chamber Choir I, successful audition, and one year experience in the choral program at Handley

Elective

Grades 10-12

1 Credit

This ensemble is a select small ensemble of advanced singers. The ensemble is a performance-oriented group designed to offer the talented singer the opportunity to perform challenging music. Music will be performed from a variety of genres with special emphasis on the correct performance technique for each period. The students will perform throughout the community and participate in district and state choruses, assessments, and competitions.  Students will be expected to dance as part of the curriculum. Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Concert Choir I

Course Code:

Prerequisite: None

Elective

1 Credit

This ensemble is a large ensemble of beginning Bass (low) voices combined with advanced Treble (high) voices. The ensemble is a performance-oriented group designed to offer the talented singer the opportunity to perform challenging music. The students will perform throughout the community and participate in district and state choruses, assessments, and competitions.  Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Concert Choir II

Course Code:

Prerequisite: Concert Choir I or successful audition

Elective

1 Credit

This ensemble is a large ensemble of experienced singers. The ensemble is a performance-oriented group designed to offer the talented singer the opportunity to perform challenging music. The students will perform throughout the community and participate in district and state choruses, assessments, and competitions.  Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Treble Ensemble I

Course Code:

Prerequisite: None

Elective

1 Credit

This ensemble is composed of Treble (high) voices and is for anyone who wants to continue singing or learn to sing. The ensemble is designed to offer the opportunity to develop skills and perform 2-4 part music. Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.

Treble Ensemble II

Course Code:

Prerequisite: Treble Ensemble I or successful audition

Elective

1 Credit

This ensemble is a select ensemble of experienced treble singers. The ensemble is a performance-oriented group designed to offer the talented singer the opportunity to perform challenging music. Music will be performed from a variety of genres with special emphasis on the correct performance technique for each period. The students will perform throughout the community and participate in district and state choruses, assessments, and competitions.  Vocal development and musicianship in the field of choral literature are stressed. Performance in all concerts presented by this ensemble is required.