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will develop a quality portfolio that demonstrates a mastery of concept, composition, and execution in 2D
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design. This course is based on a student creating a body of work that demonstrates quality,
concentration, and breadth. This portfolio will be submitted to the College Board for college credit. As
in any college level course, students will be expected to work independently and spend a considerable
amount of time outside of class in order to complete assignments.

MUSIC

Music Department: Statement of Purpose
The goal of the music department is to develop an understanding and appreciation of the various types,
styles, and forms of music across cultures and time periods. Music participation emphasizes the ability
to work with others as a member of a team, learn the importance of cooperation and collaboration,
acceptance of leadership and of differences, and the need for self-discipline. Students are made aware
of the possibilities music offers as a career and demonstrate knowledge of music in a historical context
as well as an understanding of the structural elements of music. Students participating in ensembles will
understand these skills through performance.

These courses satisfy the state graduation requirement for the Fine and Performing Arts.

Course #
704 Music Experience 9-12 Credits
Course Name
Grade
5

This course is designed for the student, regardless of musical background, who wishes to explore various
styles, forms and uses of music in our lives. Opera, musical theatre, music in film, jazz and important
classical composers over the centuries will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on an active listening
program, including various audio recordings, visual presentations and opportunities to experience live
performances.

Course #
769 A.M. Chorus 9-12 Credits
Grade
Course Name
5

This course will help the student gain fundamental experience in choral singing. Such basics can then
serve for promotion into extracurricular chorus groups. In addition, students will be able to enjoy singing
without a burdensome performance schedule. Choral singing will be stressed and vocalists will interpret
various musical types. All choral members will participate in periodic school concerts. Individual voice
lessons and music reading are an integral part of the course.

Course # Course Name Grade Credits
762 Intro to Music Theory 9-12 5

This course is designed to provide students with a background in music theory. They will study lines and
spaces of all clefs, major and minor scales and how to build them. The elements of music (i.e. melody,
harmony, rhythm, timbre, etc.) and intervals as they relate to chords will be studied. This course will help
prepare the student for Advanced Placement Music Theory.

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