MELBA SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 136

MELBA HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Subject Area: Choir

Course Title: High School Choir

Course Length: Year

Grade Level: High School

Major Concepts:

The major purpose of this course is to provide students with the basic knowledge of music, the initial ability to sing at an intermediate level, and the opportunity to participate in a group with multiple performance opportunities.

Content:

The content shall include the following:

· knowledge of musical notation such as notes, rests, advanced timing, theory and harmony

· opportunity to sing music from various genres and styles

· ability to sing correctly and to develop their voice

· ability to understand intonation, articulation, and dynamics

· opportunity to perform with a group

· opportunity to compete with other groups and be adjudicated

· opportunity to participate in extra-curricular groups

· opportunity to pursue excellence through singing and/or watching others

Intended Outcomes:

After successfully completing this course, the student will be able to:

· sing correctly alone or in a group at an advanced level

· understand and use the major elements of music, including theory and harmony

· be able to participate in the higher skill level choir

· be able to participate in extra-curricular musical activities

· be able to audition for honor groups and/or scholarships

· be given the opportunity to earn a letter, and other awards of achievement

· be able to write and perform musical compositions

Grading:

Students will be graded on the following:

· Honest attempt, positive attitude, work ethic 50%

· Participation, concert attendance, assignments 50%