Open to any student in the school. Discover how playing and learning about music can be fun! Students will discover, develop and evaluate their talents and abilities while playing a musical instrument or by singing. Everyone will be asked to play an instrument of their choice-either learning from scratch or continuing with an instrument they already know how to play. If they do not have their own instrument, some may be provided by the school or alternatively, you can just sing! No previous experience is necessary. This course is designed to develop an appreciation of music while making and composing music at the same time. Some of the topics covered are theory, listening, composition, history, different genres of music and current events.
General Music 10, 20, 30
5 credits
Prerequisite: General Music 10 - none, General Music 20 - 50 per cent in General Music 10, and General Music 30 - 50 per cent in General Music 20
General Music emphasizes the enjoyment and understanding of music through the development of individual playing skills, group performance skills, aural skills, technical skills and interpretive skills. No experience on an instrument is necessary but a student must be willing to learn guitar or another instrument of their choice. Music 20 and 30 are a continuation of Music 10.
Instrumental Music 10, 20, 30
Credits: 5
*Prerequisite - must be able to read music and play an instrument to register in Instrumental Music 10
Instrumental Music is open to any student in the school who is able to play an instrument that is appropriate for High School Concert band. (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion, String instruments such as violin, cello and double bass). Performance is a required component including annual school concerts, festivals, trips and workshops. The music we perform is generally Grade 3, starting with some Grade 2 pieces at the beginning of the year.
Cost: There will be $100 fee for using a school instrument for the year, $50 for half year.
Jazz Band
Lunch time on Tuesdays and Thursdays
The jazz band is open to any student in the school who is able to play an instrument that is appropriate for jazz in a big band style. (Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass, Guitar, Piano, Drums. Other instruments may be considered). Performance is a required component including annual school concerts, festivals, trips and workshops. The music we perform is generally Grade 3, starting with a couple Grade 2 pieces at the beginning of the year.