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HONORS CHORUS
Grade 10, 11, 12
1 Credit
(5667)
Honors
G
Prerequisites: Teacher Approval
This course is an honors level performing ensemble that requires
teacher approval and is for students who are capable of learning
specialized vocal literature and choral artistry. Focus is given to
understanding the voice as an instrument and learning advanced
repertoire. Music from all periods and styles is performed with an
emphasis on vocal jazz. Experienced musicians are encouraged to
join. Attendance at all rehearsals and concerts both in and out of the
school day is expected. This course may be repeated for credit.
MUSIC
TECHNOLOGY
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
.5 Credit
(5668)
CCP Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to introduce students to the software used in
musical composition.
With an emphasis on the Macintosh
composition software Garageband, students will be guided through the
step-by-step process of creating, recording, and editing musical
compositions. Students will work on individual projects and present
them to the class for feedback, revision and evaluation. Students
should have an interest in learning about the fundamentals of creating
music and be willing to participate in classroom activities.
DIGITAL AUDIO
RECORDING/
EDITING
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
.5 Credit
(5669)
CCP Prerequisites: None
This course is designed for students who desire the opportunity to
explore and learn a step-by-step approach to recording, editing,
mixing, and scoring music using computer software. Students will
work on individual projects and present them to the class for feedback,
revision, and evaluation. There is no prerequisite for this course but a
functional knowledge of music technology, piano and music theory
would be helpful.
FOUNDATIONS OF
MUSIC AND
SONGWRITING
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
.5 Credit
(5670)
CCP Prerequisites: None
This course provides students with an introduction to music theory,
music styles and composition. Students will learn to read and write
notes, rhythms and chords, along with how to listen to and analyze
music. The curriculum will include opportunities to compose and
arrange music. Technology hardware and software (where available)
may be utilized to create music, and also train the ear to identify
chords, scales, rhythms, and intervals.
G
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