(9233) State Code # 9233 Grade Level: 9

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Band 8 or Audition Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students continue to develop skills learned in the middle school band classes. More advanced technique and repertoire are emphasized and increased performance opportunities are offered.

Symphonic Band (282) State Code # 9234 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students use the skills learned in previous band classes in the execution of music at various levels of difficulty. This course is performance oriented.

Symphonic Band – Honors Credit (282H) State Code # 9234 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students use the skills learned in previous band classes in the execution of music at various levels of difficulty. This course is performance oriented. Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Concert Band (284) State Code # 9233 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students continue to develop fundamentals of music reading, tone production, and pitch awareness. Many performance opportunities are provided.

Percussion Ensemble (286) State Code # 9234 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students who have reached an acceptable level of performance proficiency on percussion instruments participate in the study and performance of selected repertoire and techniques.

Wind Ensemble (9250W) State Code # 9250 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: As in Symphonic Band (282), students apply skills used in previous band classes in the execution of music at various levels of difficulty. This course is performance-oriented.

Wind Ensemble – Honors Credit (9250WH) State Code # 9250 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: As in Symphonic Band (282), students apply skills used in previous band classes in the execution of music at various levels of difficulty. This course is performance-oriented. Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Jazz Ensemble (9250J) State Code # 9250 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None

Prerequisite: Audition and membership in appropriate curricular ensemble (ie: 282, 284 or 9250) Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students who meet the appropriate performance requirements will study and perform selected literature in a variety of jazz styles.

Treble Chorus (292) State Code # 9285 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: None

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Female students participate in various basic choral activities while learning and reviewing performance skills and developing music literacy.

Male Chorus (293) State Code # 9285 Grade Level: 9 – 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: None

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Male students participate in various basic choral activities while learning and reviewing performance skills and developing music literacy.

Select Mixed Chorus (294) State Code # 9285 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in a performance-oriented ensemble in which a variety of musical styles are studied and performed, while musicianship and vocal techniques are reviewed and developed.

Select Mixed Chorus – Honors Credit (294H) State Code # 9285 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in a performance-oriented ensemble in which a variety of musical styles is studied and performed, while musicianship and vocal techniques are reviewed and developed. Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Select Treble Chorus (295) State Code # 9289 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Female students participate in a performance oriented ensemble in which a variety of musical styles are studied and performed, while musicianship and vocal techniques are reviewed and developed.

Select Choral Ensemble (296) State Code # 9289 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in a smaller, more select ensemble that studies and performs choral repertoire of a high level of difficulty with increased performance opportunities and requirements.

Select Choral Ensemble – Honors Credit (296H) State Code # 9289 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

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Course Description: Students participate in a smaller, more select ensemble that studies and performs choral repertoire of a high level of difficulty with increased performance opportunities and requirements. Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Mixed Chorus (297) State Code # 9285 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: None

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in various basic choral activities while learning and reviewing performance skills and developing music literacy.

Orchestra (274) State Code # 9238 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students use the skills learned in previous string orchestra classes in the execution of music at various levels of difficulty. This course is performance oriented and involves both small and large ensemble experiences.

Chamber Orchestra (275) State Code # 9239 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in a smaller ensemble designed for select students who are capable of performing advanced string music literature.

Chamber Orchestra – Honors Credit (275H) State Code # 9239 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in a smaller ensemble designed for select students who are capable of performing advanced string music literature.

Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Concert Orchestra (276) State Code # 9238 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: Audition

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students use skills learned in previous string orchestra classes in the execution of music at a higher level of difficulty. This course is performance oriented.

Concert Orchestra – Honors Credit (276H) State Code # 9238 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .025

Prerequisite: Audition, interview and passing grade on written eligibility test Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students use skills learned in previous string orchestra classes in the execution of music at a higher level of difficulty. This course is performance oriented. Because of the weighted credit received for this course, students are expected to fulfill additional requirements outside the regular class rehearsal, including extra performances, research, composition and other written work.

Music Survey (271) State Code # 9222 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: None

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students study and experience the importance of music as an art form, as a mode of expression, and as a record of social history. Various styles of music (e.g., pop/rock, jazz, classical, and multi-cultural) are included in the course of study.

Beginning Guitar (270) State Code # 9245 Grade Level: 9 12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None Prerequisite: None

Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students learn basic performance skills on the acoustic guitar and the fundamentals of music reading. Guitars are available for student use in school.

Music Theory (298) State Code # 9225 Grade Level: 9-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: None

Prerequisite: None, however, previous experience in a performance music class is helpful Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students study basic melodic, rhythmic, harmonic notation, and nomenclature as well as part-writing, form, and score analysis.

Advanced Placement Music Theory (298AP) State Code # 9226 Grade Level: 11-12

Level of Difficulty: Academic Credit: 1 Unit

Weight: .05

Prerequisite: Music Theory (298) and/or approval of instructor Standard of Learning End-of-Course Test: No

Course Description: Students participate in an intensive study of the theoretical structure of music with an emphasis on the acquisition of aural skills and competencies. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement examination in music theory.