2013 lhs course selection guide - Longview Independent School ...

MUSIC
Course Subject Grade Credits
Band1,2,3,4 Band I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
Band4A Advanced Band IV 12 1
InEn1,2,3,4 Instrumental Ensemble I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
InEn4A Advanced Instrumental Ensemble IV 12 1
Chor1W,2W,3W,4W Women’s Choral Music I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
Chor1M,2M,3M,4M Men’s Choral Music I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
Chor1C,2C,3C,4C Concert Choral Music I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
Chor4A Advanced Concert Choral Music IV 12 1
VoEn1,2,3,4 Vocal Ensemble I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
VoEn4A Advanced Vocal Ensemble IV 12 1
Strg1,2,3,4 String Orchestra I, II, III, IV 9-12 1
Strg4A Advanced String Orchestra IV 12 1
Dance1 Dance I 9-12 1
Dance2 Dance II 10-12 1
View Viewettes 10-12 1
All one-credit courses in music will fulfill the Fine Arts credit required for graduation.
Marching Band is a P.E. waiver during the 1st semester.
BAND
BAND I – FINE ART
Grade Placement: 9
1 credit
Prerequisite: Middle school band or tryout before director
Through large groups, small groups, and individual instruction, band students are instructed in the
following essential elements: mental and physical discipline, citizenship through group endeavor,
physical conditioning, cultural growth, music theory, proper instrumental technique, creative
self-expression, and critical listening for the purpose of making musical value judgments. Band
activities include marching and playing, sight reading, solo work, small ensemble playing,
development of individual instrumental technique, concert performance, contest competitions, and
public appearances (including parades, football games, and concerts). Students are expected to
practice after school and participate in scheduled performances. Band is a full year course.
Students who enroll in band are expected to complete both semesters.
BAND II – 10TH – FINE ART
BAND III – 11TH – FINE ART
BAND IV – 12TH – FINE ART
ADVANCED BAND IV – 12TH – FINE ART
Grade Placement: as indicated
1 credit
Prerequisite: Band courses in sequence or tryouts before director
Band II, Band III, and Band IV provide instruction in the same essential elements stated in Band I.
Students develop a higher level of skill proficiency both as individuals and as a large group.
Students are exposed to and have an opportunity to perform a variety of musical selections. All
rehearsals and performances scheduled by the director are required. Band is a full year course.
Students who enroll in band are expected to complete both semesters.
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