Theatre Courses
Introduction to Theatre 459901CW
Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of theatre. Student swill broaden their appreciation and understanding of Theatre as a form of art, expression, discipline, history and literature. Students will explore many avenues of theatre including a variety of theatre experiences, an introduction to design and production, the basics in acting, and an overview of theatre history. This course is designed for first time theatre students. Theatre Crafts 452100CW Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre
Covers the basic technical aspects of the theater: scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, posters, publicity, and stage management. This course also helps the student develop an appreciation of the technical theater through the study of theater histroy and the reading of plays and viewing of films for analysis of their technical applications. The course offers students practical experience in stagecraft and scenic design through their work on in-class and extra-curricular productions.
Playwriting and Performance 452200CW
Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre
Serves as an intermediate class in theatre and its components-literature, production, and performance. Under teacher guidance, each student writes a one-act play suitable for presentation before an audience. As intermediate actors, students study techniques of stage performance for the modern actor including scene study, monologue presentations, acting terminology, voice and body movement. This course is designed for students with prior middle school or high school theater experience.
Advanced Acting Methods 452300CW
Prerequisites: Playwriting and Performance; Teacher approval
Includes advanced work in production, pefromance and aesthetics through the stuy of acting styles of great performers past and present; the analysis of outstanding classic and modern plays; the study of directing techniques used by renowned theater practitioners; and scene study and production with emphasis on directing. The course provides each studen the opportunity to develop his/her potential in theater and to gain a basic knowledge of what is required to prepare for a career in theater today.
Music Theatre 452400CW
Prerequisites: Introduction to Theater or a beginning level Chorus class.
This is a theater course that is beyond the basic introdutiory concepts of theater. It is a specialized topics class and designed to develop students' skills in acting, singing, dancing, and performance. It is performance based in nature and is available to all students.
Chorus Courses
Chorus Ensemble 354100CW
Prerequisite: Audition
This class is primarily for 9th graders. In this class, studes will develop vocal techniques and sight-singing skills in addition to a strong base of music theory. Attendence at rehearsals and concerts outside of the school day (inc. weekends) is required.
Chamber Singers 354200CW
Prerequisite: Audition or teacher approval
Taking choral singers in preparation for the Chamber Singers vocal ensemble is highly recommended.
This class is primarily for 10-12th graders. In this class, studens will develop vocal techniques and sight-singing skills in addition to a strong base of music theor. This intermediate choir will prepare students for Concert Choir, emphasizing a variety of musical styles and technical skills sconsistent with an intermediate level of choral literature. This choir features a minimum of one per semester. There is an emphasis on a variety of musical styles and technical skills consistent with intermediate high school choral repertoire. By enrolling and being accepted through audition, the student agrees to attend rehearsals, activities, and performances outside of the regular school day (including weekends) as required by the choral director.
Concert Choir 354300CW
Prerequisite: audition
Taking Choral Ensemble/Singers in perparation for the Concert Choir is highly recommended.
This class stresses advanced choral performance techniques. The choir performs yearly at the State Choral Cmpetition, a national competion, and for othe rcommunity and school events. This course emphasizes a variety of musical styles and technical skills consistent with the highest grade of choral literature. By enrolling and being accepted through audition, the student agrees to attend rehearsals, activities, and performances outside of the regular school day (including weekends) as required by the choral director.
Concert Choir Honors 354400HW
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Taking Choral Ensemble/Singers in preparation for the Concert Choir is highly recommended.
Honors Chorus members may receive honors credit in the 11th and 12 grader for completing all requirements of the Honors chorus curriculum. This course will provide opportunities for advancement and refinement of musical potential, higher level thinking skillsa dn aesthetic judgment. Emphasis will be placed on refining ensemble performance skills, recognition of musical styles of more advanced literature for chorus, creative development and self-evaluation. Honors Chorus provides a rigorous and challenging curriculum for those select chorus students with the commitment and ability to undertake a more demanding workload in the areas of music performance and scholarship.
Music-IB SL 356A001W
To receive IB credit, the student must pass the IB music exam. Students enrolled in IB the IB music exam. Students enrolled in IB music must also be enrolled in band, chorus, or orchestra for the entire school year.
This rigorous semester course includes the study of music in western society, international music, basic music literacy, and music theory. Through basic music literacy, and music theory. Through this exploration of music, students will be able to listen to a piece of music and identify its genre and style. Students will write a paper comparing and contrasting two musical styles from historical perspective. A basic knowledge of music theory and strong writing skills are strongly recommended.
Orchestra Courses
Playing a stringed instrument presents a unique opportunity for high school students who are interested in doing something out of the ordinary. Playing a stringed instrument fosters musical expression and creativity, enhances the ability to work with others toward a common goal, and creates a challenging outlet for leisure time. Through self-motivation, daily rehearsals, and participation in various school and community concerts, the "string experience" provides an excellent opportunity for student to achieve personal satisfaction through music.
Concert Orchestra 355010CW
director approval required
Requires advanced technical skills in music. This course emphasizes ensemble playing experience while continuing to develop bowing, rhythm, and position work. The course also emphasizes basic music theory, a variety of musical styles, and technical facility. The core musical study is grade 3 with some grade 4 string orchestra literature. Opportunities for solo work and small ensemble experience are available.
Concert Orchestra second semester 355011CW
Strings Chamber Orchestra 355012CW
director approval required
Requires advanced technical skills in music. The course emphasizes ensemble playing experience while developing increasingly challenging bowing, rhythm and position work. Study is continued in basic music theory, musical styles, sting orchestra literature, and challenging technical facility. The core musical study is grade 4 and grad 5 orchestra literature. Opportunities for solo work and small ensemble experience are available. This ensemble is the top orchestra ensemble and performs at the the state concert festival and for any other community or school event as required by the director.
Strings Chamber Orchestra 355013CW
This course is for students who want to continue strings second semester.
Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of theatre. Student swill broaden their appreciation and understanding of Theatre as a form of art, expression, discipline, history and literature. Students will explore many avenues of theatre including a variety of theatre experiences, an introduction to design and production, the basics in acting, and an overview of theatre history. This course is designed for first time theatre students. Theatre Crafts 452100CW Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre
Covers the basic technical aspects of the theater: scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, posters, publicity, and stage management. This course also helps the student develop an appreciation of the technical theater through the study of theater histroy and the reading of plays and viewing of films for analysis of their technical applications. The course offers students practical experience in stagecraft and scenic design through their work on in-class and extra-curricular productions.
Playwriting and Performance 452200CW
Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre
Serves as an intermediate class in theatre and its components-literature, production, and performance. Under teacher guidance, each student writes a one-act play suitable for presentation before an audience. As intermediate actors, students study techniques of stage performance for the modern actor including scene study, monologue presentations, acting terminology, voice and body movement. This course is designed for students with prior middle school or high school theater experience.
Advanced Acting Methods 452300CW
Prerequisites: Playwriting and Performance; Teacher approval
Includes advanced work in production, pefromance and aesthetics through the stuy of acting styles of great performers past and present; the analysis of outstanding classic and modern plays; the study of directing techniques used by renowned theater practitioners; and scene study and production with emphasis on directing. The course provides each studen the opportunity to develop his/her potential in theater and to gain a basic knowledge of what is required to prepare for a career in theater today.
Music Theatre 452400CW
Prerequisites: Introduction to Theater or a beginning level Chorus class.
This is a theater course that is beyond the basic introdutiory concepts of theater. It is a specialized topics class and designed to develop students' skills in acting, singing, dancing, and performance. It is performance based in nature and is available to all students.
Chorus Courses
Chorus Ensemble 354100CW
Prerequisite: Audition
This class is primarily for 9th graders. In this class, studes will develop vocal techniques and sight-singing skills in addition to a strong base of music theory. Attendence at rehearsals and concerts outside of the school day (inc. weekends) is required.
Chamber Singers 354200CW
Prerequisite: Audition or teacher approval
Taking choral singers in preparation for the Chamber Singers vocal ensemble is highly recommended.
This class is primarily for 10-12th graders. In this class, studens will develop vocal techniques and sight-singing skills in addition to a strong base of music theor. This intermediate choir will prepare students for Concert Choir, emphasizing a variety of musical styles and technical skills sconsistent with an intermediate level of choral literature. This choir features a minimum of one per semester. There is an emphasis on a variety of musical styles and technical skills consistent with intermediate high school choral repertoire. By enrolling and being accepted through audition, the student agrees to attend rehearsals, activities, and performances outside of the regular school day (including weekends) as required by the choral director.
Concert Choir 354300CW
Prerequisite: audition
Taking Choral Ensemble/Singers in perparation for the Concert Choir is highly recommended.
This class stresses advanced choral performance techniques. The choir performs yearly at the State Choral Cmpetition, a national competion, and for othe rcommunity and school events. This course emphasizes a variety of musical styles and technical skills consistent with the highest grade of choral literature. By enrolling and being accepted through audition, the student agrees to attend rehearsals, activities, and performances outside of the regular school day (including weekends) as required by the choral director.
Concert Choir Honors 354400HW
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Taking Choral Ensemble/Singers in preparation for the Concert Choir is highly recommended.
Honors Chorus members may receive honors credit in the 11th and 12 grader for completing all requirements of the Honors chorus curriculum. This course will provide opportunities for advancement and refinement of musical potential, higher level thinking skillsa dn aesthetic judgment. Emphasis will be placed on refining ensemble performance skills, recognition of musical styles of more advanced literature for chorus, creative development and self-evaluation. Honors Chorus provides a rigorous and challenging curriculum for those select chorus students with the commitment and ability to undertake a more demanding workload in the areas of music performance and scholarship.
Music-IB SL 356A001W
To receive IB credit, the student must pass the IB music exam. Students enrolled in IB the IB music exam. Students enrolled in IB music must also be enrolled in band, chorus, or orchestra for the entire school year.
This rigorous semester course includes the study of music in western society, international music, basic music literacy, and music theory. Through basic music literacy, and music theory. Through this exploration of music, students will be able to listen to a piece of music and identify its genre and style. Students will write a paper comparing and contrasting two musical styles from historical perspective. A basic knowledge of music theory and strong writing skills are strongly recommended.
Orchestra Courses
Playing a stringed instrument presents a unique opportunity for high school students who are interested in doing something out of the ordinary. Playing a stringed instrument fosters musical expression and creativity, enhances the ability to work with others toward a common goal, and creates a challenging outlet for leisure time. Through self-motivation, daily rehearsals, and participation in various school and community concerts, the "string experience" provides an excellent opportunity for student to achieve personal satisfaction through music.
Concert Orchestra 355010CW
director approval required
Requires advanced technical skills in music. This course emphasizes ensemble playing experience while continuing to develop bowing, rhythm, and position work. The course also emphasizes basic music theory, a variety of musical styles, and technical facility. The core musical study is grade 3 with some grade 4 string orchestra literature. Opportunities for solo work and small ensemble experience are available.
Concert Orchestra second semester 355011CW
Strings Chamber Orchestra 355012CW
director approval required
Requires advanced technical skills in music. The course emphasizes ensemble playing experience while developing increasingly challenging bowing, rhythm and position work. Study is continued in basic music theory, musical styles, sting orchestra literature, and challenging technical facility. The core musical study is grade 4 and grad 5 orchestra literature. Opportunities for solo work and small ensemble experience are available. This ensemble is the top orchestra ensemble and performs at the the state concert festival and for any other community or school event as required by the director.
Strings Chamber Orchestra 355013CW
This course is for students who want to continue strings second semester.