Page 33 - High School Course Catalog - 2019-20

Choir 1
Choir 2
Credit: Half (1/2) Credit
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Prerequisite: None
Music Theory 2
Credit: Half (1/2) Credit
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Honors Music Theory 3
Credit: Half (1/2) Credit
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PERFORMING ARTS
This year-long class does not require prior music experience. It promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of beginning choral repertoire from a variety of times and places. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills; foundational instrumental technique and skills, music literacy, and ensemble skills; and aesthetic musical awareness culminating in periodic public performances.
Prerequisite: None
Music Theory 1
Credit: Half (1/2) Credit
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Next offered: 1st Semester 20-21
In this semester-long elective, students discover how music works with an exploratory introduction to the compositional process and develop fluency in music notation and rhythmic skills, as well as knowledge of basic form. Acquisition of basic aural and keyboard skills provides students with skills to express themselves creatively through music.
Next offered: 2nd Semester 20-21
Students who have completed Music Theory 1 or have passed an entrance exam may take this semester-long class. Students learn how music is constructed and developed, and acquire a basic understanding of the structural, technical, and historical elements of music. Student theorists develop basic ear-training, keyboard, and functional singing skills, and engage in the creative process through individual and collaborative projects.
Prerequisite: Music Theory 1 or successful passing the entrance exam
Offered based on student interest
Students with prior music theory training study composition, form, and analysis, and develop individual aural skills. The aural, analytical, and cognitive skills expanded in this class inform the serious musician's performance abilities over a variety of styles and genres. Public performances may serve as a resource for specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend one or more performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
Prerequisite: “B” average or better in Music Theory 2
2019-2020 COURSE CATALOG - HS 33