MUSIC (1
Credit in Fine Arts Required)
INSTRUMENTAL
A rental/cleaning fee may be assessed when using
Newman equipment.
CONCERT
BAND
E, Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
1.0 Credit
Prerequisite:
Previous instrumental music experience and/or Consent of the Director
The
purpose of Concert Band is to develop a student’s knowledge of the craft and
the art of music through creative experiences in a performing ensemble.
Members of the Concert Band are required to attend concerts and
large group festivals, marching/pep band events, and Solo & Ensemble
Festival.
JAZZ
ENSEMBLE
E, Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
0.75 Credit
Jazz
Ensemble meets both semesters, from 7:00 – 7:40 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays
and Fridays.
Prerequisite:
Audition and/or Consent of the
Director
Jazz
Ensemble is provided as an opportunity for students to learn about this American
musical style. The course includes
learning to play in several different styles and includes an introduction to
improvisation. The director may
limit enrollment based on instrumentation.
This is a year-long course.
VOCAL
CONCERT
CHOIR
E, Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
1.0 Credit
A
class designed to develop good singing techniques and a basic knowledge of music
fundamentals. Exploration of
various musical styles and periods is part of the course.
The concert organization performs many times during the school year.
Students are also required to participate in the Solo and Ensemble
Festivals. Individual and small
group lessons are also a part of the choir program.
Choir will meet all five days of the week.
NEWMAN
SINGERS
E, Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
1.0 Credit
Prerequisite:
Auditions for this select group are required along with written approval
from the director. Newman
Singers meet five days a week.