- Symphonic Band I P
- Symphonic Band II P
- Jazz/Stage Band P
- Jazz Band H
- Wind Ensemble H
- Concert Choir I
- Concert Choir II H
- Music Appreciation P
- Music Production H
- Instrumental Music Techniques
Symphonic Band I P
Course Code: 221610, 221620
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Participation in Middle School Band or experience playing an instrument. If a student does not have any band experience, please discuss enrollment with the instructor to ensure proper placement.
Length: Two semesters
CTE Pathway: Performing Arts Band / Introduction
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement
Description: This course explores a variety of styles and genres through the rehearsal and performance of symphonic band literature. Students gain an appreciation of music as an art form and develop the skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in professional music. This course includes music theory and performance as well as the study of historical and contemporary music with a focus on music careers.
- Visual/Performing Arts
- CTE
Symphonic Band II P
Course Code: 221710, 221720
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Symphonic Band I
Length: Two semesters
CTE Pathway: Performing Arts Band / Concentrator Performing Arts Choir/ Concentrator
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement
Description: This course explores a variety of styles and genres through the rehearsal and performance of challenging symphonic band literature, and is considered the intermediate level of our CTE Pathway. Students gain an appreciation of music as an art form and develop the skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in professional music. This course includes music theory and performance as well as the study of historical and contemporary music with a focus on music careers.
- Visual/Performing Arts
- CTE
Jazz/Stage Band P
Course Code: 221410, 221420
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: One year experience on a jazz band instrument and by audition
Length: Two semesters, repeatable
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement
Description: This course provides musical training in jazz, Latin, blues, rock, and improvisation. Emphasis is on performing skills.
- Visual/Performing Arts
Jazz Band H
Course Code: 221910, 221920
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Audition, and concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band I/II, or Wind Ensemble H
Length: Two semesters
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement
Description: Honors level Jazz Band approaches the instrumental jazz curriculum as a college preparatory course of study. Standards of individual instrumental technique as performed with a jazz ensemble are at the highest level. Advanced level jazz literature, advanced jazz theory, jazz history, and cultural relationships are the foundations of this course. Performances and any rehearsals, festivals, and workshops during after school hours are required.
- Visual/Performing Arts
Wind Ensemble H
Course Code: 222010, 222020
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Audition Required
Length: Two semesters
CTE Pathway: Performing Arts Band / Capstone
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement
Description: Wind Ensemble Honors is a select a group of advanced instrumental musicians who have auditioned and been selected to participate in this ensemble. Special emphasis is placed on solo and chamber performances as well as regular Symphonic rehearsal and performance where students will take a leadership role. Students accepted into this ensemble will be expected to expand their mastery of music theory, music history and analysis, and write a research paper. These students will also be expected to take private lessons on their instrument, either with a local private instructor or in the group lesson setting at the school site.
- CTE
- Visual/Performing Arts
Concert Choir I
Course Code: 223200
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Audition/teacher recommendation
Length of Course: One semester
CTE Pathway: Professional Music / Concentrator
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement Course
Description: Concert Choir I is an intermediate through advanced choral music class. Students must be able to match pitch accurately, and sing with sensitivity and skill. This ensemble will give some outside performances for the general public, perform in school assemblies, and also participate in selected festivals for adjudication. As in all choral-performing classes, the emphasis in Concert Choir I is ongoing musical development including choral tone, and a multitude of various choral characteristics.
Concert Choir II H
Course Code: 223700
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Chamber Choir H or Concert Choir I P
Length of Course: One semester
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement Course
Description: Honors level Concert Choir II approaches the choral curriculum as a college preparatory course of study. Performance and music literacy standards are expected to be performed at the highest level. Classical vocal technique is studied and developed.
- Visual/Performance Arts
Music Appreciation P
| Course Code: | 223500 | |||
| Grade Level: | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |||
| Prerequisite: | None | |||
| Length of Course: | One trimester / semester | |||
| College Entrance: | Meets half year of UC/CSU Visual & Performing Arts (F) / Music requirement | |||
| Course Description: | What is music? This is the question that we will attempt to answer through examining and analyzing, discussing, listening, and experiencing music. We will explore music from the viewpoints of music as identity, music as innovation, and seeing how the sounds and music around us have shaped our world throughout centuries. Students will examine works by famous composers throughout history in all genres and will be able to listen and understand the context by which music is created and enjoyed by listeners young and old. Genres of music that will be studied will include classical, jazz, contemporary, minimalist, film music, as well as the study of music theory including melody, harmony, rhythm and notation. By the end of this course, students will be able to listen critically to music and be able to analyze it more deeply and with greater appreciation. | |||
Music Production H
Course Code: 223910, 223920
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Treble Choir I or Bass Choir I and Concert Choir I OR Symphonic Band I
Length of Course: Two semesters
CTE Pathway: Professional Music / Capstone
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (f) Visual and Performing Arts requirement Course
Description: Honors level Music Production approaches the curriculum as a college preparatory course of study. Students are expected to apply their music performance and literacy knowledge to music composition and production. Students will interact with industry professionals to learn the skills necessary to maintain a successful career in music. This course explores the elements of music through composition, performance and production. It is an introductory course in sound recording and sound reproduction in studio applications. Beginning students will learn introductory piano keyboard skills while students with prior piano experience will have the opportunity to begin at their current level and progress to the next. Students will complete multimedia projects and explore digital music by using iPads as both instruments and Digital Audio Workstations (DAW). This course prepares students for careers in music, ranging from performer to producer and composer to recording engineer. Note: Replaces Music Production
- Visual/Performing Arts
- CTE
Instrumental Music Techniques
| Course Code: | 220410, 220420 | |||
| Grade Level: | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |||
| Prerequisite: | None | |||
| Length of Course: | Two semesters | |||
| College Entrance: | Pending UC Approval | |||
| Course Description: | This course is designed for students who would like to learn how to play a musical instrument as a beginner - or to work on skills that would improve musicianship on a current instrument in order to play at the High School level. This course will be open to students who want to explore a wide range of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments as well as guitar, piano, and more. Each student will have an individualized plan associated with participation in Concert or Jazz Bands. Students will learn to read music, music theory, or composition. |
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Instructional Leader
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