FINE ARTS

Music Appreciation introduces students to the study and enjoyment of music from different cultures, genres, and historical periods. In this course, students learn about music theory, listening skills, and the cultural and historical context of various musical styles. The class encourages critical thinking, active listening, and an understanding of how music influences society and personal expression.

Orchestra provides students with the opportunity to perform and develop skills on string instruments such as violin, viola, cello, and bass. In this course, students learn music theory, sight-reading, ensemble performance, and techniques for individual and group playing. Participation emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and musical expression through concerts, competitions, and school events.

Concert Band gives students the opportunity to perform and develop skills on wind, brass, and percussion instruments. In this course, students learn music theory, sight-reading, and ensemble techniques while participating in concerts, competitions, and school events. The class emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and musical expression, helping students grow as performers and collaborators.

Wind Ensemble is an advanced performing group for students who play wind, brass, and percussion instruments. In this course, students focus on high-level music performance, technique, and ensemble precision, often performing challenging repertoire at concerts and competitions. Participation emphasizes teamwork, discipline, leadership, and musical expression.

Jazz Ensemble gives students the opportunity to perform and study jazz music, including improvisation, swing, and contemporary jazz styles. In this course, students develop skills on instruments such as saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, and drums while learning jazz theory, rhythm, and ensemble techniques. Participation emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and musical expression through concerts, competitions, and special performances.

Piano teaches students the fundamentals and advanced techniques of piano performance. In this course, students learn music theory, sight-reading, scales, chords, and expressive playing while practicing solo and ensemble pieces. The class emphasizes discipline, creativity, and musical interpretation, allowing students to perform in recitals, concerts, and school events.

Guitar teaches students how to play and perform on acoustic or electric guitar. In this course, students learn music theory, chords, scales, strumming techniques, and song interpretation while practicing solo and group performances. The class emphasizes creativity, rhythm, and musical expression, with opportunities to perform at concerts, recitals, and school events.

Percussion gives students the opportunity to learn and perform on a variety of percussion instruments, including drums, timpani, cymbals, and mallet instruments. In this course, students study rhythm, technique, music reading, and ensemble performance while participating in concerts, marching band, and other school events. The class emphasizes coordination, timing, teamwork, and musical expression.