2012-13 upper school course description book - University Liggett ...

Chorale Ensemble Advanced
By recommendation of instructor/audition
Full year, one credit
Advanced Chorale is open to students who have previously participated in Chorale and wish to further
their experiences and responsibilities in a singing ensemble. In addition to the regular requirements of
the Chorale, the student will be encouraged to prepare and audition for MSVMA Honors Choir. The
student should also prepare and perform a solo at MSVMA solo and ensemble festival. Advanced
Chorale students will assume added responsibilities which may include section leader, student
conductor, accompanist, choreographer or music librarian.
Keyboard Lab
First semester, 1/2 credit
This course is open to those students new to music who are interested in learning basic music theory and
keyboard skills. Subjects to be covered will be music notation and intermediate piano skills. Students
will participate in group piano instruction in the electronic keyboard lab as part of the course of study.
Students will be expected to demonstrate familiarity in the operation of a piano by leaning and playing
music on the keyboard.
Adult All-in-One Course isbn-10: 0882848186
by Palmer/Manus/Lethco
Keyboard and Synthesis
Prerequisite: Keyboard Lab or
recommendation of instructor
Second semester, 1/2 credit
This course is open to those students who have a background in instrumental and/or vocal music and
have had some piano instruction. Students will work with a Macintosh computer using Digital
Performer and Finale software. Students will learn how to arrange, transcribe, sequence, and digitally
mix compositions using this state of the art software. Both midi and audio creations will be explored. A
final performance project is required. Number of students enrolled in Keyboard and Synthesis is limited
to the number of midi stations available.
Music Theory
By approval of department chair
First semester, 1/2 credit
Second semester, 1/2 credit
This course is open to students who are interested in music and would like to learn the basics of music
theory, including notation, scales, key signature, time signature and chords. Ear training and techniques
in aural musical diction will be introduced in class.
Basic Materials in Music Theory ISBN-10: 01319310008
by Harder/Steinke
Instrumental Music: Ensemble
Full year, one credit
The Instrumental Music Ensemble is open to those who can demonstrate ability on their instruments.
The groups formed will depend upon the combination of instruments and the backgrounds of the
individual members. The groups present two to three concerts per term. Small chamber ensembles, such
as jazz ensemble, may be formed from the larger instrumental group. Music of all types, from classical to
popular, will be performed. Students must be members of a performing ensemble to participate in
MSBOA Solo and Ensemble Festivals and Honors Bands.
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