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Course Title: Orchestra Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 105550 Term(s) Offered: Full Year
Prerequisite(s): Proficiency at level 3 or higher music on a Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
stringed instrument
Career Cluster(s): Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Description: Students in Orchestra develop a varied repertoire that includes classical and popular music. Students perform
in concerts inside and outside of the district. There is collaboration with the choirs and members of the band program as
well. Students participating in orchestra are given an opportunity to audition for an advanced group orchestra experience.
This advanced group will perform at various community events and extra performances.

Course Title: Freshman Choir Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 105610 Term(s) Offered: Full Year
Prerequisite(s): None Open to Grades: 9
Career Cluster(s): Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Description: This choir is organized as the basic element in the vocal music program and the foundation for more
specialized work in the advanced choirs. The class involves sight-reading, tone production, voice placement and other
fundamental singing techniques. Attendance at rehearsals and concert performances is required for those who select this
course.

Course Title: Concert Choir Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 105620 Term(s) Offered: Full Year
Prerequisite(s): None Open to Grades: 10, 11, 12
Career Cluster(s): Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Description: Concert Choir is an ensemble class for students who enjoy singing and working in a group. The class
objectives include good ensemble singing, improving each individual’s vocal technique, and high-level performance of
quality literature. Class activities include warm-up exercises and rehearsing challenging choral selections for mixed
ensembles. Attendance at rehearsals and concert performances is required for those who select this course.

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