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MusiciansMU1811 Advanced Band 1.00 Units
Prerequisite: Completion of four semesters of instruction on a wind or percussion instrument. Proficiency with instrument and ability to read music.

This course provides basic technical instruction on a wind or percussion instrument, developing skills necessary for improving individual performance. Performances at football games, formal evening concerts, parades and entering contests are but a few of the different types of performances that the band will be involved in. The music performed is selected and graded to insure steady progress in musical understanding of form, style, and history as well as to improve performance skills. Music lessons will be required of all members.

Music standMU2711 Advanced Orchestra 1.00 Units
Prerequisite: Completion of four semesters of instruction on either violin, viola, cello or string bass. Proficiency with instrument and ability to read music.

This course provides basic technical instruction on a string instrument developing skills necessary for improving individual performance. The most experienced wind and percussion players from the band meet with the strings on a regular basis to provide the complete orchestra sound. The music performed is selected and graded to insure steady progress in musical understanding of form, style, and history, as well as to improve performance skills. Music lessons will be required of all members.

MU3511 Beginning Chorus 1.00 Units
MU3611 Intermediate Chorus 1.00 Units
Prerequisite: None

These courses provides an opportunity for all students interested in music or singing to be members of a choral group. No previous singing experience is required. Musical compositions chosen are of a range which is challenging and fulfilling to the student. Singing skills, as well as music reading abilities, are developed.

MU6811 Instrumental Ensemble 0.50 Units
MU6911 Instrumental Ensemble 0.50 Units
(Students may do one or two semesters)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor - Instrumentation: Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Electric Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drum Set.

This course will provide an opportunity for the instrumental student to delve into the more relaxed and contemporary styles of music literature. The major emphasis will be on improvisation and performance at various programs throughout the school year. Music lessons will be required of all members.

OrchestraATTENTION MUSIC STUDENTS: To perform an instrumental solo/ensemble you must be enrolled in Band or Orchestra. Jazz Ensemble may be substituted upon instrumental teacher's approval.

To participate in the MYSO groups, instrumental students must be enrolled in Band or Orchestra.

VOCAL STUDENTS: To perform a vocal solo/ensemble you must be enrolled in Chorus.

Questions/concerns should be directed to the Department Chairperson.