Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: Grade of A in Art 1-2 or Design
Exploration (year course). Those not UC, CSU
qualifying otherwise may seek recommendation of the Art
teacher.
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor
This
course is intended for the serious art student who is
self-motivated and who wants to further explore the
various media of art, including mosaics, drawing,
painting, sculpture, and printmaking. Attendance at art
exhibitions, and weekly sketchbook drawings are
required. Exploring career opportunities in art is also
included.
8160
Design Exploration
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: None
10
Credits
Permission: None
UC, CSU
Using
two and three dimensional exploration in contemporary
and folk art, students will be given the opportunity to
experiment in a variety of mediums. Activities may
include ceramics, painting, print making, and papier
mache.
8150
Studio Art (AP)*
Grade
Level: 11, 12
Year
Course
10
Credits
Prerequisite: Instructor's Approva1
UC, CSU
Advanced Placement Studio Art is an art course that
provides students with opportunities to produce works of
art that demonstrate an advanced intellectual,
perceptual and technical range. It provides students who
have completed Art 1-2, Art 3-4, or presented a
portfolio of works for entrance, the opportunity to
study visual art concepts in depth and earn Advance
Placement credit with the submission of a completed
portfolio to the College Board in May. The three
portfolio options (Drawing, Two-dimensional and
Three-dimensional) share a basic, three section
structure: concentration, breadth and quality.
* This course is approved by the
University of California for a weighted grade.
8510
Beginning Guitar
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: None
10
Credits
Permission: None
UC, CSU
This
course introduces students to basic guitar playing. No
previous experience is required. Students will study
note reading, interpreting chord symbols and music
theory as applied to the guitar, while learning guitar
techniques. A variety of strumming and fingerpicking
techniques, playing of melodies, and soloing on the
guitar will be covered. Students are expected to supply
their own acoustic guitar, with case.
8610
Strings 2
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: B or better in 8510 Beginng Guitar
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor
Strings
2 is a continuation of the techniques and music
fundamentals that students learned in Beginning Guitar.
The focus is on more advanced techniques. Students will
learn songs from folk, Latin, contemporary and other
styles using a variety of strumming techniques. Note
reading, scales, and scale patterns, common chord
progressions and improvising on the guitar are addressed
8520
Jazz Band
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: 1 year previous playing experience
10
Credits
2.0 GPA
or better
Permission: Instructor - Audition Required
UC, CSU
This is
a performance class covering jazz styles including
swing, big band, Latin, funk and rock. Jazz theory,
stylistic interpretation, and improvisation will be
studied. Students are required to participate in
performances on and off campus, during and after school
hours. This course is designed for experienced players
and acceptance into the class will be finalized by the
director.
8530
Symphonic Band
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: 1 year previous playing experience
10
Credits
2.0 GPA
or better.
UC, CSU
This is
a performance class covering traditional to contemporary
band literature. Music theory, advanced playing
techniques, interpretation of musical symbols, and
composers and their works will be studied. Students are
required to participate in performances both on and off
campus, during and after school hours. Students are
expected to supply their own instrument unless special
arrangements are made with the instructor.
8550
Beginning Instruments
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: None
10
Credits
Permission: None
UC, CSU
Beginning Instruments is designed to give students basic
playing skills on an instrument of their choice. Playing
techniques, note reading, music theory and
interpretation of musical symbols will be covered. This
is a preparatory course for entrance into other band
courses. Students are expected to supply their own
instrument unless special arrangments are made with the
instructor.
8540
Chamber Choir
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA and academically eligible
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor - Audition Required
UC,
CSU
This
mixed choir performs works from all periods, sacred and
secular. All choirs will study vocal technique, sight
reading, theory and music history. Choirs will perform
at school liturgies, school and community events, plus
other performances and festivals. There is a concert
attire requirement for all groups.
8560
Concert Choir
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA and academically eligible
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor
UC, CSU
This
mixed choir performs works from all periods, sacred and
secular. All choirs will study vocal technique, sight
reading, theory and music history. Choirs will perform
at school liturgies, school and community events, plus
other performances and festivals. There is a concert
attire requirement for all groups.
8570
Prima Voce Choir
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA and academically eligible
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor - Audition Required
UC, CSU
This is
a women's choir performing works from all periods,
sacred and secular. All choirs will study vocal
technique, sight reading, theory and music history.
Choirs will perform at school liturgies, school and
community events, plus other performances and festivals.
There is a concert attire requirement for all groups.
8590
Music Appreciation
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: None
10
Credits
Permission: None
UC, CSU
This
course is an introduction to the basic elements of
music, major composers, and styles of Western music from
Renaissance to Contemporary periods, with an emphasis on
listening and live performance attendance.
8310
Drama Theory and Performance
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: None
10
Credits
Permission: None
UC, CSU
This
course utilizes pantomime, improvisation, and role play
to enhance creative expression, confidence, and team
work. It is also useful preparation for public speaking,
politics, law, business, and any profession where self
expression and communication are important. Students are
exposed to various plays, playwrights, theatre terms and
elements of production including writing, staging,
costuming, etc. Every student will perform in class.
Good attendance and participation are essential.
8320
Intermediate Drama
Grade
Level: 10, 11, 12
Year
Course
Prerequisite: A in Drama Theory & Performance
10
Credits
Permission: Instructor
UC, CSU
This
course is a continuation of Drama Theory & Performance.
Increased emphasis and advancement are placed on scene
studies, the application of principles learned in #8310
and further improving the performance level of the
student. The study of theatrical heritage and various
forms of Drama will be introduced and studied further in
the second semester.
8353
Drama Special Studies (Play Cast)
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester Course
Prerequisite: By Audition
5
Credits
Permission: Instructor
This
course is specifically designed for instruction,
research, scene studies, etc. outside of the classroom.
In order to meet state requirements time-wise for proper
transcript credit, the student will be required to do
field work on the high school's fall or spring plays. A
contract must be signed guaranteeing attendance at all
scheduled rehearsals and performances. Failure to do so
will be reflected in the grade for the period. Course
can be repeated.
8363
Drama Special Studies (Play Crew)
Grade
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
5
Credits
Permission: Instructor
Students learn the technical aspects of theatre
production: planning, sound, lighting, painting,
building of scenery, as well as other aspects of
backstage organization. A contract must be signed
guaranteeing attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and
performances. Failure to do so will be reflected in the
grade for the period. Course can be repeated.
