Lake Region Union High School

317 Lake Region Rd.
Orleans, Vt. 05860
(802) 754-6521

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MUSIC

951 Concert Band 1 Credit

Concert Band is a study of music through preparation for performance, both public and private. Band members will experience a wide range of musical styles, learn skills associated with proper rehearsal and performance production, along with some basic music theory. Cultivation of a lifelong interest and love for music is another objective of the course.

952 Music Appreciation 1/2 Credit

This course presents the student with a general overview of the evolution of music from early music, before standard notation, to the 20th century. The course will also cover a major section of American popular music and jazz. Music will be approached from many angles, including listening, creating, analyzing, and researching. Representative pieces from all styles and eras, with connections to history in general, will be heard. *(Semester 1)

953 Harmony 1/2 Credit

Harmony is a semester course that will cover analyzing music from different musical style periods, composing music utilizing computer technology, and arranging original and non-original compositions. This course will also deal with the basics of music, including symbols, intervals, chorus relationships, scales and qualities. Students with prior musical training only. *(Semester 2)

954 Chorus 1/4 Credit

This program involves students in the joys of group singing. Students will be involved in numerous vocal arrangements, styles and types of music. All students are welcome to participate. No prior musical training is required.

955 Jazz Band 1/2 Credit

This is a course which involves a select group of instrumentalists who are intent on broadening their knowledge and performing skills in the discipline of jazz. Many varieties of jazz, rock, blues, and pop music are studied and performed with an emphasis geared toward personal improvisation and musical growth. Permission of the instructor and audition required.

956 Select Chorus 1/4 Credit

Select Chorus consists of a small group of students who are selected to perform by audition only. More challenging and stimulating music is rehearsed and performed.