Piano and Electronic Keyboarding I (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                                                        1576

Students develop music proficiency and musicianship on the piano. Students perform with proper posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm and articulation, sight read and study a variety of keyboard literature; study the elements of music as exemplified in a variety of styles; and make interpretive decisions. A regular performance class will be held, but no public performances are required. No prior knowledge of piano or music is necessary to take this class. (4204)

 

 

 

Piano and Electronic Keyboarding II (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                                                       1586

Students taking this course are offered keyboard classes in order to develop music proficiency and musicianship.  Students perform with proper posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm, and articulation; compose and improvise melodic and harmonic material; create and perform simple accompaniments; listen to, analyze, sight-read, and study a variety of keyboard literature; study the elements of music as exemplified in a variety of styles; and make interpretive decisions.  This is a level of piano for students who have completed level one of piano class.  (4204)

Prerequisites:  Piano and Electronic Keyboarding I or teacher recommendation

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Electronic Music (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester                                                                                   1566

Students develop skills in using electronic media and current technology to perform and create music. Students must exhibit the desire and skill to create and record original music as well as create mixes of professional recordings.    Students will learn the secrets of ‘Pros’ in the recording industry.  The class includes a field trip to Sweetwater Studios and regular interaction with professionals working in the industry.  Students learn Presonus Studio One, Pro Tools, and Finale Software and create original compositions.  (4202)

Prerequisite: Band, Choir, Piano or teacher reccommendation

 

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Music History and Appreciation (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester                                                            1716

Open to any student who is interested in learning about the musical styles, history, and basic fundamentals of music. An interest in a variety of musical styles is recommended. Students explore music and major musical style periods through the understanding of music in relation to both Western and Non-Western history and culture.  Activities include: (1) listening to, analyzing, and describing music; (2) evaluating music and music performances; and (3) understanding relationships between music and the other arts, as well as disciplines outside of the arts. This is a non-performance course.  (4206)

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Music Theory and Composition I (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester (Will be offered 2019-2020)               1706

This is the academic study of the beginning and intermediate fundamentals of music.  Students develop skills in the analysis of musical structure and theoretical concepts.  Students:  1) develop ear training and dictation skills, 2)  develop keyboard skills, 3) practice music reading skills, 4) complete short exercises that illustrate mastered concepts, 5) understand harmonic structures and analysis, 6) understand modes and scales, 7) understand music terminology, 8) study a wide variety of musical styles, 9) study traditional and nontraditional music notation and sound sources as tools for musical composition, and 10) receive detailed instruction in other basic elements of music.  (4208)

          Prerequisite:  Band, choir, piano, or teacher approval

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AP Music Theory (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters  (Will not be offered 2019-2020)                        1331/1332

This course is based on the content established by the College Board.  AP Music Theory is comparable to a first-year college course in music theory.  The guidelines that are published by The College Board may not match any particular college program, but they do reflect the coverage of content and level of skills typical of most first-year college courses.  This course integrates aspects of melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, form, musical analysis, elementary composition, and history, and style.  The student’s ability to read and write musical notation is fundamental to this course, and it is also assumed that the student has acquired at least basic performance skills in voice or on an instrument.  (4210)

Prerequisite: Music teacher recommendation

Note: Completion of Piano and Electronic keyboarding or Music Theory and Composition I is highly recommended if not actively enrolled in any high school performance ensembles.

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Dance Choreography: Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Ethnic-Folk (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                       1736

This is open to all students who have a desire to learn or already have an interest in dance.  Individual and group instruction will occur and students are led through a wide variety of materials and experiences in order to provide them with the knowledge, skills, and appreciation of the multi-styled and multicultural dance expressions.  Choreographic activities provide students opportunities to participate in roles as a soloist, a choreographer or leader, and in a subject role.  Students also explore a wide variety of choreographic philosophies as well as administrative and media skills necessary for the promotion and documentation of works to be performed.  Students experience and learn to use appropriate terminology to describe, analyze, interpret, and critique dance compositions by professional individuals or companies. (4142)

 

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