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This course will be an introduction to the fine arts areas
of music, drama and art. We will observe how the fine arts
illuminate the sciences, religions and social customs throughout
history.
The music component is not a band course* but rather will
study musical elements common to popular music, world music and
traditional Western European Art music. Students will examine
a variety of musical styles and genres. * Students wishing
to take Instrumental Music 20 MUST
also have Instrumental
Music 10 as a prerequisite.
The drama component will be an in-depth look at the development
of drama around the world, both in theory and in practice.
Theatre skills such as movement, voice, stage fighting, as well
as areas of stagecraft, including lighting and sound will be examined.
In art, this course will meet most of the requirements of Art 10.
Students will achieve these requirements through the Areas of Interaction,
making links between their various curriculums and from an international
perspective.
This is an introductory studio course designed to give the student
a sound understanding of the elements and principles of drawing
and design through hands on application, art appreciation and art
history. The students are exposed to a variety of art techniques
and materials. Basic instruction is given in composition,
drawing, painting and sculpture.
This short course focuses upon intermediate study of drawing and
painting in a studio setting. Students who complete this course
may go on to Art 30. Pre-requisite: 60% in Art 10.
The art 20 course is an intermediate level studio course which builds
on the knowledge and skills acquired in Art 10. The student
develops drawing techniques for the realistic presentation of still
life, figure and portrait images. Drawings are transferred
into various media such as canvas painting, sculpture and multi-media.
Students study the art of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque
periods. Pre-requisite: 60% in Art 10
Art 30 is an advanced studio course which builds on the knowledge
and skills developed in Art 20. It is concerned with the changing
ways in which the artist communicates and with the development of
personal style. The student develops techniques, themes and
compositions associated with the modern-“isms.” Art of the
modern era is studied. Pre-requisite: 65%
in Art 20.
This is an introductory high school course designed to help students
acquire a working knowledge of theatre. Creativity is developed
through in-class work and outside performances played for elementary
students. Theatre skills such as mime, voice and speech, stage
techniques, stage fighting and performance are basic to the program.
Additional areas include make-up, video work, and improvisations.
This is an in-depth continuation of the drama 10 program.
Development of skills basic to performance and production is stressed.
Class work includes improvisation, scripted scenes, monologues,
short plays and acting. Drama 20 for 5 credits, also study
playwriting, set design and lighting.
This is an advanced course in performance and production.
Improvisation, musical theatre, masking, one act plays and directing
are studied in-depth.
Performance of diverse styles of music is a major objective of all
choral courses.
This is a performance class. Although there is no prerequisite,
some experience in choral performance (choir) is an asset.
Students are expected to develop vocal skills and to adapt them
to choral singing. This course combines with Choral 20 and
30 to teach.
- sight singing, ear training, musical theory
- concert vocal technique
- critical listening
- music history
- interpretation of rhythm, harmony and form using standard
choral repertoire.
- community involvement
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Some exceptions may be made if the student shows vocal skill
and adaptability to singing. Choral 20 is a sequential follow
up of Choral 10, intensifying the expectations laid out in that
course. Prerequisite: Choral Music 10.
Some exceptions may be made if the student shows vocal skill
and adaptability to singing. Choral 30 is a sequential follow
up of Choral 20, intensifying the expectations laid out in that
course. Students are expected to help with the planning and
staging of concerts, celebrations, and reflections throughout the
year.Prerequisite: Choral Music 20
Performance of diverse styles of music is a major objective
of all Instrumental Music courses.
This a performance class. All students MUST perform
on a standard wind band instrument (i.e. woodwind, brass, string
bass or percussion NOT guitar, piano, violin, viola or cello).
As a prerequisite for this course, three years of instrumental
music at the junior high level or an equivalent is required.
Basic music theory is taught as well as practical skills necessary
to perform in a music ensemble, large or small. This course
combines with Instrumental Music 20 and 30 to teach:
-insight singing, ear training, and musical theory
- critical listening
- concert performance technique - music history
- interpretation of rhythm, melody, harmony and form
using standard repertoire
This course is often taught in combination with Instrumental
Music 30. Learned skills and knowledge are expanded upon and
more precision in execution is taught (performance skill should
be at level IV-V upon completion of this course). Music appreciation
through listening and basic analysis of musical forms are explored
and applied. Performance of all forms of music is the basis
for the high school band and is a major objective of this course.
Prerequisite: Instrumental Music 10.
(Group Performance Standard Level) Prerequisite: Instrumental
Music 10, or private music instruction or approval of the instructor.
Students
enrolled in this course will be integrated into the Instrumental
Music 20H course. Students in this course will perform standard
band literature in preparation for the group performance component
of the International Baccalaureate Music Curriculum. In addition,
all students in Instrumental Music 20H and IB Music 20 will study
world music, music theory, composition, and music history as set
out by both Alberta Learning and the IB Organization. The
difference between Instrumental Music Honours and Music IB group
performance is marginal. The biggest difference is how IB
students will be assessed in grade 12 (IB Music 30).
The
International Baccalaureate Curriculum for music will be taught
over the grade eleven and twelve years culminating in three evaluations
that will be prepared in the grade twelve year. These
three evaluations include:
a group performance evaluation in the form of a 5 – 15 minute recording
of the group which is evaluated internally and moderated externally;
a musical investigation consisting of a 1200 to 1500 word media
script assessed externally; and a written examination, in May of
the grade 12 year, assessed externally. The IB curriculum
focuses on five areas of study: Music in Western Society, World
Music, Musical Literacy, Performance, and Composition.
This course is often taught in combination with Instrumental Music
20. Learned skills and knowledge are expanded upon and more
precision in execution is taught (performance skill should be at
level V-VI upon completion of this course). Students are taught
musical skills at a higher level and are expected to take a leadership
role in the music program. Students are expected to help with
the planning and staging of concerts, celebrations, and reflections
throughout the year. Performance of all forms of music is
the basis for the high school band and is a major objective of this
course. Prerequisite: Instrumental Music 20.
(Group Performance Standard Level)
This
course is a continuation of the integrated Instrumental Music 20IB
programme. In this year of the program all IB students will
decide on their choice for assessment (group performance, solo performance,
or composition). Students will also complete a musical investigation
consisting of a 1200 to 1500 word media script (assessed externally),
and write an examination in May (assessed externally).
All
students are expected to participate in all class performances,
festivals, and concerts
All Honour band students will be enrolled in general music.
Please select a course from general music 10, 20 or 30.
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This course is intended for the more advanced Instrumental
Music students. Students demonstrate instrumental competence
in an audition. Admission to this course will be granted to
any student who demonstrates competence on their instrument according
to the instrumental needs of the group. This group performs
challenging music and provides an excellent opportunity for the student
to hone his or her performance skills and to discover more about music
and the music industry. As a combined 10, 20, 30 class it provides
all students with an opportunity to play excellent repertoire that
is not possible to perform within the Instrumental
Music 10 classes. There are nine ‘modules’
for this course worth one credit each. Two modules are prescribed
(music making and music theory) and are taught in the classes; students
choose projects from the remaining seven modules to make up the third
(3 credit), fourth, and fifth credits (5 credit).
Note:
This class meets once a week, after school, for two hours on Thursdays
3:30 – 5:30 p.m. The course runs from September to June.
This course in an extension of General Music 10. Concepts
taught at the 10 level are reinforced and new concepts are introduced
as they arise in the repertoire. There are nine ‘modules’ for this
course worth one credit each. Two modules are prescribed (music
making and music theory) and are taught in the classes; students
choose projects from the remaining seven modules to make up the
third (3 credit), fourth, and fifth credits (5 credit).
Note:
This class meets every Thursday, after school from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m..
The course runs from September to June. Prerequisite:
General Music 10.
This course in an extension of General Music 20. Concepts
taught at the 20 level are reinforced and new concepts are introduced
as they arise in the repertoire.Note: This class meets
every Thursday, after school from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. The course
runs from September to June. Prerequisite: General Music 20.
All stage band students will be enrolled in the instrumental
jazz. Please select course from instrumental jazz 15, 25 or
35.
This is a co-curricular
course and as such students must be enrolled in Music 10, 20, or
30 (instrumental or choral). Students must be able to read
music and play their instrument at the Music 10 level. This
course is designed to extend the concepts taught in Music 10 with
instruction in the performance, theory, and history of jazz music.
As a member of the Stage Band, each student will be given the opportunity
to perform jazz pieces in a variety of styles including Swing, Latin,
Rock, and Funk. Basic jazz performance and improvisation techniques
will be taught. Students will also be introduced to the historical
development of jazz through performance, listening, and research.
Students must demonstrate competency on their instruments.
Note:
This class meets every Tuesday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. The course
runs from September to June Prerequisite: 2 years experience
in Instrumental Music
Prequisite
students must be able to read music. Basic piano technique,
while not a requirement, is a strong asset.
This is a co-curricular course and as such students must be enrolled
in Music 20, or 30 (instrumental or choral). This course is designed
to extend the concepts taught in Vocal Jazz 15 with instruction
in the performance, theory, and history of jazz music. Note:
This class meets every Wednesday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
The course runs from September to June
Prerequisite:
Vocal Jazz 15
This is a co-curricular
course and as such students must be enrolled in Music 30 (instrumental
or choral). This course is designed to extend the concepts
taught in Instrumental Jazz 25. Note: This class meets every
Tuesday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. The course runs from September
to June Prerequisite: Instrumental Jazz 25
All Jazz choir students will be enrolled in Vocal Jazz.
Please select course from Vocal Jazz 15, 25 or 35. The course
meets every Wednesday from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
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This is a co-curricular
course and as such students must be enrolled in Music 10, 20, or
30 (instrumental or choral). This course is designed to extend
the concepts taught in Music 10 with instruction in the performance,
theory, and history
of jazz music. As a member of the Jazz Choir, each student
will be given the opportunity to perform jazz pieces in a variety
of styles including Swing, Latin, Rock, and Funk. Basic jazz
vocal and improvisation (scat singing) techniques will be taught.
Students will also be introduced to the historical development of
jazz through performance, listening, and research. Note: This
class meets every Wednesday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. The course
runs from September to June.
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Prerequisite: Vocal Jazz 15, and students must be enrolled in Music
20, or 30 (instrumental or choral). This course is designed to extend
the concepts taught in Vocal Jazz 15 with instruction in the performance,
theory, and history of jazz music. Note: This class meets on Wednesdays,
after school, for two hours.
Prerequisite: Vocal Jazz 25 This is a co-curricular course and as
such students must be enrolled in Music 30 (instrumental or choral).
This course is designed to extend the concepts taught in Vocal Jazz
25 with instruction in the performance, theory, and history of jazz
music. Note: This class meets every Wednesday from 3:30
– 5:30 p.m.
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