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Why take orchestra?
You will meet other highly motivated individuals, who you will get to know and stay friends with throughout your time in high school. You get to perform some of the best music composed throughout history. And all of this, while opening neural pathways, (that's right, the thing that makes your parents so happy!)Why take guitar?
You need a fine arts credit, and you want to be a rock star so, why not?? But seriously, the guitar is an incredibly versatile instrument, which can be heard in virtually every style of music known to man! When you add in the benefit to your brain, (opening of neural pathways), you have the best of all worlds.Why take AP Music Theory?
If you have a passion for music and are looking to expand your understanding and knowledge of the art form, then this class is for you. Significant critical/analytical/creative thinking skills are developed in the course, and especially in consideration of harmonic progression, formal structuring, texture, and musical style. And yes, you too will be opening neural pathways, (that's right, the thing that makes your parents so happy!)
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AP Music Theory
Grades: 11, 12 - Full Year
1 Credit
Prerequisite: Must be able to read music
Students will be provided with a thorough understanding of basic music theory, notation and styles. They will learn and practice sight-reading and analytical skills. Students will also begin work in transposition, vocal and instrumental ranges and part writing. They will apply these skills toward composing and arranging for vocal and instrumental ensembles. This honors course will prepare students to take the AP test.
Beginning Guitar
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 - Semester
1/2 Credit
This class is for students who have no experience on the guitar. Students will learn to play chords and pick out single note melodies. Students must provide their own acoustic guitars. No electric guitars are permitted.
Concert Orchestra
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 - Full Year
1 Credit (May be repeated for credit)
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
This class is for intermediate and beginning players of violin, viola, cello or double bass. Students receive instruction directed toward independent musicianship and will rehearse music for concerts and festivals. Attendance at rehearsals, concerts and music festivals is required.
Symphonic Orchestra
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 - Full Year
1 Credit (May be repeated for credit)
Prerequisite: Audition
This is for advanced players of violin, viola, cello or double bass. Students will receive instruction on their instruments directed towards independent musicianship and advanced techniques. Students will rehearse music for concerts, festivals and may tour in the spring. Attendance at all rehearsals, concerts and music festivals is required.
Chamber Orchestra
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 - Full Year
1 Credit (May be repeated for credit)
Prerequisite: Audition
This class is for advanced players of violin, viola, cello or double bass. This is learning and performing ensemble that is intended to meet the needs of students who are capable of approaching music of an advanced professional caliber. Featured performances, participation in festivals and community activities will be a continuing function of this group. Obtaining high quality private music instruction is strongly recommended. Participation in extensive sectional rehearsals outside of class time is an expectation.
