Grade Level: 11-12
Course #:  4188
Length:     Full Year
Credit(s):  Two
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   Intermediate Chorus

Students will perform with the proper choral procedures and techniques, music fundamentals, vocal techniques, and elements of choral singing.  Various styles of music such as swing, pop, light rock, and classical will be performed through advanced choral ensemble experiences.  The choir will perform for various school and community functions.  Students may participate in advanced levels of solo and ensemble contests.  Students in the Show Choir section of the class are chosen in the spring semester by audition for the following year.  Auditions for this section will not be offered at any other time during the school year except in the event a student leaves the group or is removed due to violation of school policies.  Numerous public performances, for which attendance is required, are scheduled for this group.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 9-12
Course #:  4146A
Length:     One Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

This class will provide learning experiences that will develop techniques appropriate within modern and jazz genres.  Sequential and systematic learning activities are designed to develop the ability to express thoughts, perceptions, feelings, and images through movement.  Activities utilize a wide variety of materials and experiences and are designed to develop techniques appropriate to the genre including individual and group instruction in performance repertoire and skills.  The class provides the opportunity for students to experience degrees of physical prowess, technique, and flexibility.  Furthermore, students study dance performance as an artistic discipline and as a form of artistic communication.  Students will be able to describe, analyze, interpret, and judge dance performances within the genre.  Auditions are held in the spring for entrance into the performing section of the class.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 9-12
Course #:  4160
Length:      Full Year
Credit(s):   Two
Diploma:    Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   By Audition

This is a moderate level of concert band.  Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop elements of musicianship including: (1) tone production, (2) technical skills, (3) intonation, (4) music reading skills, (5) listening skills, (6) analyzing music, and (7) studying historically significant styles of literature.  This group will perform at many functions and perform at least two concerts during the school year as well as the district concert band contest in April.  Participation in solo ensemble contest is encouraged.  Previous participation in middle school band or its equivalent is suggested but not required.  Members of this group will be part of the marching band during the first nine weeks or will be required to complete alternative projects designated by the band director.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 10-12
Course #:  4168
Length:      Full Year
Credit(s):   Two
Diploma:    Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   By Audition

This is an Intermediate Concert Band course which further develops elements of musicianship in the following areas: (1) tone production, (2) technical skills, (3) intonation, (4) music reading skills, (5) listening skills, (6) analyzing music, and (7) studying historically significant styles of literature.  The band will present three or four concerts per year and perform in the district concert band contest in April.  Participation in solo ensemble contest is encouraged.  Members of this group will be part of the marching band during the first nine weeks or will be required to complete alternative projects as designated by the band director. 

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 11-12
Course #:  4170
Length:     Full Year
Credit(s):  Two
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   By Audition

This course is Advanced Concert Band.  This group of students represents the best players in our program and will present three or four concerts per year.  Participation in solo ensemble contest is expected and private lessons are encouraged.  Individual experiences may include, but are not limited to, improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-reading.  Members of this group will be part of the marching band during the first nine weeks or will be required to complete alternative projects as designated by the band director.  This course may be repeated for credit.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  4180
Length:     Madrigal Sem. 1

                 Vocal Jazz Sem. 2
Credit(s):  One per semester
Diploma:   General, Core 40, Academic Honors, Technical Honors

Prerequisite:  Advanced Choir

Madrigal Choir and Vocal Jazz – Choral Chamber Ensemble (CHRL ENSEM) is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music.  Students’ musicianship and specific performance skills in this course are enhanced through specialized small group instruction.  The activities expand the repertoire of a specific genre.  Chamber ensemble classes provide instruction in creating, performing, listening to, and analyzing music in addition to focusing on specific subject matter.  Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music.  Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances.  A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals.  Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

Grade Level: 9-12
Course #:  4182
Length:     Full Year
Credit(s):  Two
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Beginning chorus is offered to students with no previous chorus experience.  Students will learn proper choral procedures and techniques, music fundamentals, vocal techniques, and elements of choral singing.  Various styles of music such as swing, pop, light rock, and classical will be performed through choral ensemble experience.  The choir will perform for various school and community functions. 

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 10-12
Course #:  4186
Length:     Full Year
Credit(s):  Two
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   Beginning Chorus

Students will learn proper choral procedures and techniques, music fundamentals, vocal techniques, and elements of choral singing.  Various styles of music such as swing, pop, light rock, and classical will be performed through more advanced choral ensemble experiences.  The choir will perform for various school and community functions.  Students may participate in advanced levels of solo and ensemble contests.  Students in the Show Choir section of the class are chosen in the spring semester by audition for the following year.  Auditions for this section will not be offered at any other time during the school year except in the event a student leaves the group or is removed due to violation of school policies.  Numerous public performances, for which attendance is required, are scheduled for this group.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 11-12
Course #:  4206
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):   One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

This course provides an introduction to the principles of intelligent listening to music through recordings and live vocal and instrumental performances.  Basic elements of music form, instrument recognition, rhythmic elements, and structural features of music are studied.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level: 11-12
Course #:  4208
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Music Theory is planned for students seriously interested in harmony and composition in music education.  This course is not only designed for students who intend to make music their career, but also for those who are interested in music as an avocation.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma