MUSIC

Our Program

The Father Michael McGivney music program is an integral part of our schools vibrant arts community and culture. When electing to take music, students have the opportunity to:

• Learn an instrument (Concert Band instruments, guitar)

• Compete in a variety of music festivals and competitions (i.e. Concert Winds National Music Festival 2019 that took place in Ottawa)

• Be a part of many extracurricular ensembles that we offer (Junior band, Intermediate band, Concert Winds, Jazz Band, Hype Band, Jazz Combo, or Choir)

***NEW COURSES***

NEW - AMV 2O1 - Vocal/ Choral Music- Prerequisite: None

This course is designed for students who wish to study music through singing, emphasizing the fundamentals of good singing through breathing, voice production, diction and ear training . Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of vocal genres from diverse sources (participation in the choir is expected). All students are welcome- no experience required!

AMG 2O1- Guitar (Beginner) - Prerequisite: None

Have you ever wanted to play your favourite song on an instrument? Have you ever wanted to accompany yourself while singing? This introductory guitar course might be for you. This course is open to all grades and no prior experience is required, but also welcomed!

We also now offer

NEW - AMG 3O1- Guitar (Intermediate/Advanced) - Prerequisite: None

* This intermediate/advanced guitar course is open to all grades and taking the grade 10 guitar course (AMG2O1) is not required, but encouraged!

AMM 3O1- Music and Computers (Beginner) - Prerequisite: None

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own beats? Have you ever wanted to learn how to use recording software? This digital music production course might be for you! This course is open to all grades and no prior musical experience is required to enroll in this course.

We also now offer

NEW - AMM 4M1- Music and Computers (Intermediate/Advanced)- Prerequisite: None

*although it is recommended to take the Grade 11 Music and Computers course (AMM3O1) prior to this Grade 12 course.

Find out more!

If you would like to know a little more about the Father Michael McGivney music program, please visit our Twitter account or Instagram page that are listed below:

• Instagram: @mcgivneymusic

• Twitter: @McGivneyMusic