Choir

Concert Band I Concert Band II Concert Band III Concert Band IV

E7005A/B E7006A/B E7007A/B E7008A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This class is the fourth level band and consists of students that play brass and woodwind instruments. In this course, students will work on beginning through advanced instrument-specific technique, skill development, and fundamentals. The class will participate in a variety of ensembles including marching band, concert band, and various small ensembles. Students will also work on individual projects such as All-Region, etudes, and solos as part of the course curriculum and may qualify to participate in individual competitions. All students can earn up to 1 PE credit for participation in the fall semester of marching band during high school. The PE credit will be Pass/Fail and not receive GPA points. Prerequisite: Audition and director approval

Percussion I Percussion II Percussion III Percussion IV

E7017A/B E7018A/B E7019A/B E7020A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This class consists of students that play percussion instruments. In this course, students will work on beginning through advanced instrument-specific technique, skill development, and fundamentals. The class will participate in a variety of ensembles including marching band, concert band, winter drumline, and various small ensembles. Students will also work on individual projects such as All-Region, etudes, and solos as part of the course curriculum and may qualify to participate in individual competitions. All students can earn up to 1 PE credit for participation in the fall semester of marching band during high school. The PE credit will be Pass/Fail and not receive GPA points. Percussion Students selected for Wind Ensemble, will be required to take Wind Ensemble OR Wind Ensemble Applied. Prerequisite: Audition and director approval

Choir

Varsity Treble Choir I Varsity Treble Choir II Varsity Treble Choir III Varsity Treble Choir IV

E5101A/B E5102A/B E5103A/B E5104A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is the UIL and TMEA competition choir for treble voices. Its membership is by audition only. This choir prepares and performs music of various styles. Repertoire consists of traditional choral, folk, American, and pop music. Many pieces will be performed a cappella. Performance and sight-reading techniques will be taught. Students may participate in individual competitions in addition to performing seasonal concerts. Prerequisite: None

Varsity Mixed Choir I Varsity Mixed Choir II Varsity Mixed Choir III Varsity Mixed Choir IV

E5201A/B E5202A/B E5203A/B E5204A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is the UIL and TMEA competition choir for mixed voices. Its membership is by audition only. This choir prepares and performs music of various styles. Repertoire consists of traditional choral, folk, American, and pop music. Many pieces will be performed a cappella. Performance and sight-reading techniques will be taught. Students may participate in individual competitions in addition to performing seasonal concerts. Prerequisite: None

Chamber Choir I Chamber Choir II Chamber Choir III Chamber Choir IV

E5301A/B E5302A/B E5303A/B E5304A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Chamber Choir is for students with advanced vocal skills and a serious approach to music. Special attention is given to proper part singing, historical performance practice and music theory. Students are expected to prepare individual voice parts outside of class time, and scheduled rehearsals and concert participation is required. Performances include regularly scheduled school concerts, community appearances, assemblies, festivals and contests. This ensemble focuses primarily on choral works from the Renaissance and Baroque through Classical periods. Since student enrollment is capped at a relatively small number, prospective members prepare audition material, and bios in anticipation for the audition. Membership in an additional choir is required. Prerequisite: None

Bel Canto I Bel Canto II Bel Canto III Bel Canto IV

E5105A/B E5106A/B E5107A/B E5108A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is the non-varsity UIL and TMEA competition choir for treble voices. Proficiency in sight-reading and vocal tone production are required for this ensemble. Members are selected by the Choral Director only. This choir prepares and performs music of various styles for choral competitions and UIL Concert & Sight-reading. Some rehearsals and performances will take place outside of school hours, and are required by enrollment in this year-long course. Repertoire consists of traditional choral, folk, Americana, and pop music. Performance and sight-reading techniques will be taught. Students may participate in individual competitions in addition to performing seasonal concerts. Prerequisite: None

Show Choir II Show Choir III Show Choir IV

E5002A/B E5003A/B E5004A/B

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is an auditioned, elite group of singers/dancers. Students in this group perform a wide variety of popular and jazz music with intricate harmonies and choreography. Students learn advanced vocal and performance technique. Students in this choir may also participate in individual competitions during the year. This group performs their own show each winter and spring. Membership in an additional choir is required. Prerequisite: None

Chorale I Chorale II Chorale III Chorale IV

E5205A/B E5206A/B E5207A/B E5208A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is the non-varsity UIL and TMEA competition choir for mixed voices. Proficiency in sight-reading and vocal tone production are required for this ensemble. Members are selected by the Choral Director only. This choir prepares and performs music of various styles for choral competitions and UIL Concert & Sight-reading. Some rehearsals and performances will take place outside of school hours, and are required by enrollment in this year-long course. Repertoire consists of traditional choral, folk, Americana, and pop music. Performance and sight-reading techniques will be taught. Students may participate in individual competitions in addition to performing seasonal concerts. Prerequisite: None