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

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I – FINE ART – 9th
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE II – FINE ART – 10TH
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE III – FINE ART – 11TH
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE IV – FINE ART – 12th
ADVANCED INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE IV – FINE ART – 12th
Grade Placement: as indicated
1 credit
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in band
Instrumental Ensemble offers students opportunities to study ensemble techniques, gain playing
experience in small instrumental groups, refine musical and technical skills, and be involved in
creative self-expression. Class groups are small to ensure individual assistance from the director.
ORCHESTRA
STRING ORCHESTRA I – FINE ART
STRING ORCHESTRA II – FINE ART
STRING ORCHESTRA III – FINE ART
STRING ORCHESTRA IV – FINE ART
ADVANCED STRING ORCHESTRA IV – FINE ART
Grade Placement: 9 – 12
1 credit
Prerequisite: Tryout before the director in the spring. Criteria for tryout: working knowledge
of positions, 2 octave scales and proficient sight-reading skills. See orchestra director for
specific criteria regarding audition.
Through large groups, small groups, and individual instruction, orchestra students are instructed in
the following essential elements: continued care and handling of instruments, posture and playing
position (including breathing techniques), music reading, musical sensitivity through performance
and listening, evaluation of musical performance quality, and creative self-expression. Enrichment
opportunities provided include a survey of music history and contact with professional musicians.
The Longview High School Orchestra provides valuable, positive public relations with the
community as they perform with various school and community groups. After-school rehearsals
and performances, as scheduled by the director, are required. The individuals and group
participate in All-Region competition in the fall and Solo & Ensemble contest and UIL Concert &
Sight -Reading contest in the spring.
CHORAL MUSIC
The majority of concerts and performances by LHS choral organizations take place after school
hours and students must arrange their transportation, part-time job schedules, individual activities,
and family activities so that they do not interfere with the attendance policy of the choral
organization.
Individual singers auditioning for chairs in the all-district choir, all-region choir, high school allregion
choir, and all-area choir, as well as competitors in UIL vocal solo and ensemble contest, are
expected to schedule after-school rehearsal time with the director in order to improve their chances
of winning at these various competitions.
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