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School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)
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INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM
As with all music activities, members of these classes should expect that part of their learning will involve a commitment to regular home practice. Students will be expected to attend all scheduled extra-curricular rehearsals and performances, as well as the music department tours. The provision of instruments will be the students’ responsibility except for very large and expensive instruments.

BEGINNING BAND 9
For students that have not joined band before, now is your chance to learn to play an instrument. All wind and string
orchestra instruments are offered. The school has a select number of instruments available for rental. Smaller and
traditional instruments are available through various rental programs.
NOTE: This class occurs outside the timetable.

CONCERT BAND 9
This course is intended for students who have taken an introductory Band course in Grade 6, 7 and/or 8. The course will involve instrumental technique, performance, theory, music history, and music appreciation.
NOTE: This class occurs outside the timetable.

JAZZ BAND 9
This is intended for the beginner/intermediate Jazz student who wish to learn about the musical styles associated with jazz ensembles. Studies will focus on developing technique, ensemble playing and understanding and exploring the structures of Jazz music. Jazz Band is open to all students who play the following instruments: Alto, Tenor, or Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Electric Guitar, String Bass, Piano (Jazz), Drums, Percussion, Electric Bass
Pre-requisite: Students must have previous experience on their instrument.
Note: This course occurs outside the timetable
Note: All students registered for Jazz band 9 must also be registered in a large ensemble such as Concert Band 9, Strings 9 or Choral 9.

STRING ORCHESTRA 9
String Orchestra 9 is intended for all students who play string instruments. This course further develops string technique and ability and explores more advanced music as students progress. Music in a variety of styles and historical periods is studied. Students must have previous experience on violin, viola, cello and/or double bass.
Note: This course occurs outside the timetable.

GUITAR 9
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous experience on the guitar. This course is designed to teach students basic chords, techniques and how to read music. In addition to learning many songs, students will learn strumming, picking and classical techniques. Barre chords will also be introduced. The school will supply guitars and music.

GUITAR 10-12 (FA)(AS)
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous experience on the guitar. This course is designed to teach students basic chords, techniques and how to read music. In addition to learning many songs, students will learn strumming, picking and classical techniques. Barre chords will also be introduced. The school will supply guitars and music. For students who are more advanced, more emphasis will be on note-reading skills, barre chords, and more advanced accompaniment styles. Small group/combo playing will be introduced as well as the basics of rock/jazz rhythm section.

CONCERT BAND 10 (FA) (AS)
This course is a continuation of Band 9 with appropriate changes in level of repertoire, knowledge, and skills. Students will begin to do work in small ensemble format as well as solo work, if desired.
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am- 9:12 am). Recommendation: Band 9 or by audition

STRING ORCHESTRA 10 (FA)(AS)
This course is a continuation of String Orchestra 9 with appropriate changes in level of repertoire, knowledge, and skills. Students will begin to do work in small ensemble format as well as solo work, if desired. 
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am-9:12 am). 
Recommendation: String Orchestra 9 or by audition

CONCERT BAND 11 (FA)(AS)
In this course, students will continue with their exploration of music repertoire, instrumental performance technique and small ensemble/solo work in addition to more advanced studies in theory and music history related to the repertoire studied. Students will also have the opportunity to do arrangements and to study conducting. 
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am-9:12 am). Recommendation: Band 10 or by audition

STRING ORCHESTRA 11 (FA)(AS)
In this course, students will continue with their exploration of music repertoire, instrumental performance technique and
small ensemble/solo work in addition to more advanced studies in theory and music history. Students will also have the
opportunity to do arrangements and to study conducting. 
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am-9:12 am).
Recommendation: String Orchestra 10 or by audition

CONCERT BAND 12 (FA)(AS)
Students will continue the course studies outlined in Band 11 and will be expected to provide a leadership role within the ensembles. Opportunities for conducting in public will be available to students if sufficient skill is acquired.
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am-9:12 am). Recommendation: Band 11 or by audition

STRING ORCHESTRA 12 (FA)(AS) ensembles
Note: This course is run during Block 1 (8:00 am-9:12 am).
Recommendation: String Orchestra 11 or by audition

BEGINNING BAND 10 (FA)(AS)
BEGINNING BAND 11 (FA)(AS)
BEGINNING BAND 12 (FA)(AS)
For students that have not joined band before, now is your chance to learn to play an instrument. All wind and string orchestra instruments are offered. The school has a select number of instruments available for rental. Smaller and traditional instruments are available through various rental programs. After the first semester, you will join the regular band/strings program. Note: This class runs outside the timetable.

JAZZ BAND 10 (FA) (AS)
This is intended for the beginner/intermediate Jazz student who wishes to learn about the musical styles associated with jazz ensembles. Studies will focus on developing technique, ensemble playing and understanding and exploring the structures of Jazz music. Opportunities for solo improvisational work will be available for those students interested in developing those skills.
Note: This class runs outside the timetable.

JAZZ BAND 11 (FA)(AS)
This course is an extension of Jazz band 9/10 with students continuing to develop improvisational skills, learning basic arranging skills, and providing leadership within the ensemble. There will also be opportunity for students to do small jazz ensemble groups (duos, trios, quartets, etc.) within the structure of the course.
Note: This class runs outside the timetable.

JAZZ BAND 12 (FA)(AS)
Jazz Band 12 is an extension of the jazz studies taken in grades 9-11 and students will have further opportunity to develop jazz soloing techniques and to play in small ensembles. Students will be expected to take on a leadership role both musically and as group members.
Note: This class runs outside the timetable

CHORAL MUSIC PROGRAM
The Choral program is intended to provide an opportunity for all interested students to gain experience, knowledge and skills in the art of singing and the choral tradition. Courses will be performance-oriented, but will include learning outcomes related to music theory, choral/vocal history, appreciation and cultural awareness. As with all music activities, members of these classes should expect that part of their learning situation will involve a commitment to regular home practice. Students will be expected to attend all scheduled extra-curricular rehearsals and performances as part of the course expectations.

CONCERT CHOIR 9
Choir 9 is intended as an introductory choral experience for students. The course will cover basic singing technique, music reading, understanding repertoire and performance.

VOCAL JAZZ 9
This course is for the advanced singer who wants the challenge of a more difficult vocal repertoire. Students will be expected to sing “one on a part” and to perform solo in their audition for this course. This course will continue to work on vocal technique and jazz styles. As well, there will be many performances in and out of school hours.
Note: This course occurs in and outside the timetable


CONCERT CHOIR 10 (FA)(AS)
This course is a continuation of Choral 9, but it is also for those who have not yet taken a choir course. The course will include the performances of various vocal styles - from early music to jazz - along with the development of musicianship skills. Students will have many performance opportunities through school concerts, festivals and trips. 
Note: This class runs outside the timetable.

CONCERT CHOIR 11 (FA)(AS)
Concert Choir 11 is a continuation of Concert Choir 10, designed for students who would like more in-depth study in choral repertoire. This course will include instruction in vocal technique, along with sight-singing and ear-training. Choral genres from the Renaissance to Jazz will be explored. Performance opportunities will be provided throughout the year. Previous choral experience is preferred but is not required. 
Note: This class runs outside the timetable.

CONCERT CHOIR 12 (FA)(AS)
Concert Choir 12 is a continuation of Concert Choir 11. 
Recommendation: Concert Choir 11 or permission from instructor (may include an audition).

VOCAL JAZZ 10, 11, 12 (FA)(AS)
Vocal Jazz classes are intended to provide an opportunity for students to explore another musical idiom within the choral tradition. These courses are for the advanced singer who wants the challenge of a more difficult vocal repertoire. Students will be expected to sing “one on a part” and to perform solo in their audition for this course. These courses will continue to work on vocal technique and jazz styles. As well, there will be many performances in and out of school hours.
Note: Students registered in Vocal Jazz must also be registered (or at teacher’s discretion) in a large ensemble (Concert Band, Choral or Strings) appropriate to their grade level. This course runs in and outside the timetable.

**ADDITIONAL MUSIC CLASSES**

MUSIC COMPOSITION AND PRODUCTION 11, 12 (FA)(AS)
MUSIC COMPOSITION AND PRODUCTION 12 (FA)(AS)
No previous training in Music is required. This course provides an opportunity to create, record and learning through the use of traditional methods and audio digital equipment, computers and software. You will have opportunities to design, create, edit and record your music – no music experience needed. This is a hands-on course with a variety of opportunities
in writing music, songwriting, beats, cover, soundtrack writing for film, plus so much more. Throughout the course you will design and create your own portfolio for publication at the end of the semester.

CHORAL MUSIC 11 & 12 (Formerly Vocal Techniques)
These are NOT choir courses. This course is designed for students who want to learn how to sing solo with proper vocal technique and style. The course will include individual, along with group instruction in the areas of vocal technique, sight-singing, theory and working with an accompanist(s). All styles of vocal music will be covered. Prerequisite: None




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