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Course # Course Name Grade Credits
764 Intro to Music Technology 9-12 5

This course will introduce many aspects of music technology, including hands on experiences in the
production and recording of music. Over the course of the year, students will learn the principles of audio
recording and will create a number of original musical compositions. Students will be expected to
demonstrate the ability to master and utilize technology used in the recording studio and throughout the
industry.

Course # Course Name Grade Credits
779 AP Music Theory 11-12 5

This Advanced Placement course will allow students to learn music theory at the college level. Instruction
will include all of the following required elements: Pitch notation, intervals, rhythmic notation, melody,
harmony, form and analysis, four voice part writing, dissonance, non-harmonic tones, cadences, chord
structure analysis, modes, major and minor scales, suspensions, secondary dominants, sight singing and
ear training. A variety of music will be discussed, primarily music of the Baroque Period, as well as the
Classical and Romantic Periods. Modern music will also be discussed, but is not the focus of this course.
This is a hands-on course, requiring written assignments, performance skills, sight singing, listening
assignments, creativity and critique. A working knowledge of the bass clef and treble clef is required, as
is basic rhythm. Piano skills are not required, but would enhance one’s success. Students should have
a working knowledge of scales, major and minor, as well as simple chord construction. Listening skills
will be developed through this course. Students will be required to listen to, identify and discuss various
works of music from the required listening list.

Course # Course Name Grade Credits
770 A.M. Performance Band 9-12 5

Enrollment in this course will allow students to learn standard band literature through performance,
improve individual and group musicianship, and provide musical selections for school activities. The
band performs at football games in the fall and as a concert band during winter and spring. Required
marching band rehearsal will be held on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 2:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
during the marching season. Lessons will be provided on a rotating basis once a week. Other
performances include the Holiday Concert, the All-District Festival, the Spring Concert, National Honor
Society Induction and Commencement. Occasionally, the band will perform at district elementary school
concerts. Students will receive an additional .1 quality point in their GPA calculation due to the additional
afternoon, evening, and/or weekend hours of participation.

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Course Name
771 Jazz Ensemble 9-12 5 Grade Credits

Prerequisite: Successful Audition.
This course is designed for the advanced music student. Acceptance will depend on instrument
proficiency. Students will be involved in a highly specialized program, which may enable them to enter
the music field on the professional level. Included in the course content will be intensified instruction on
individualized instruments, a comprehensive study of all forms of jazz and rock/popular music. Most
importantly, you will learn how to develop stylized ensemble playing. Participation in all performances will
be required.

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