Courses
Band/Choir/Music
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Concert Band Linear – 11 & 12
Suggested prerequisite: Successful completion of the previous year or permission of the Band Instructor. The emphasis of the course is on the performance of 20th century band music ranging from traditional concert band music to Broadway musicals, contemporary pop, and jazz material. Studies also include technique refinements, review of basic… Read more
Course code: MIMCB11--L/MIMCB12--LView course -
Concert Band Linear – 9 & 10
Suggested prerequisite: Middle school band or equivalent or permission of the Band Director, Mr. Jolliffe. Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Also included is a study of the basic elements of music and its history and literature, through performance… Read more
Course code: XBA--09C-L / MMUCB10--LView course -
Concert Choir 9-12
Suggested Prerequisite: No experience necessary. Description: This Year Long performance-based ensemble focuses on contemporary vocal music and offers both an excellent entry-level class for passionate new singers, as well as a home for those with an established love of singing. All that is needed is a love of singing and… Read more
Course code: XC---09--L/ MMUCC10---/ MMUCH11---/ MMUCH12---View course -
Guitar 10-12
This is an introductory course for students interested in beginning to learn to play the guitar. Also included is a study of the basic elements of music and its history specific to Rock and Roll, Folk and Funk. A guitar will be provided (though you are welcome to bring your… Read more
Course code: MIMGT10-- / MIMGT11--/ MIMGT12--View course -
Junior Jazz Band Linear – 9 & 10
Suggested prerequisite: Middle school band or equivalent. Must be enrolled in Concert Band 9 or 10 (exception by special permission of the instructor). Jazz Band is offered as a supplement to the regular Concert Band course. Students will be introduced to various styles of music associated with jazz in a… Read more
Course code: XBA--09J-L / MMUJB10--LView coursePrerequisites
Concert Band Linear – 9 & 10 -
Senior Jazz Band Linear – 11 & 12
Suggested prerequisite: Enrolled in Concert Band 11/12 or permission of the Band Instructor. Students will continue to develop jazz literacy and performance skills. Jazz Band courses are offered as a supplement to the regular Concert Band course. A wide variety of styles associated with jazz music will be explored in… Read more
Course code: MMJB11-LView coursePrerequisites
Concert Band Linear – 11 & 12