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Middle School Music 2011-2012 |
All students in grades seven and eight receive music instruction for a forty-five minute period every other day all year long. Students study the Performing Arts and will develop life long skills in all areas of performance. Seventh grade students may choose from Band, Orchestra or Introduction to Performing Arts. Eighth grade students choose from Band, Orchestra, Chorus or Performing Arts. In all of these courses, students are expected to perform several times throughout the year.
Grade 7 Music
8751 Introduction to Performing Arts is designed for seventh graders who are not enrolled in Band or Orchestra. This is an active, hands-on class in which students can experiment with various methods of performance, including playing guitar and/or recorder, singing, dancing and acting. Interpretation of musical notation is emphasized an interdisciplinary activities are encouraged. Students will actively participate in a variety of performance settings.
8752 Band 7 is designed for seventh graders who choose to continue their educational interests in band music. Students receive experience playing in a variety of musical styles and continue their development of musical skills and techniques.
8753 Orchestra 7 is designed for seventh graders who play violin, viola, cello or double bass. Emphasis is placed on developing string technique and experiencing a variety of new musical styles and skills.
Grade 8 Music
8851 Performing Arts is designed for eighth graders who are not enrolled in Band, Chorus or Orchestra. This is an active, hands-on class in which students can experiment with various methods of performance, including playing guitar and/or recorder, dancing and acting. Interpretation of musical notation is emphasized, and interdisciplinary activities are encouraged. Students will actively participate in a variety of performance settings.
8852 Band 8 is designed for eighth graders who choose to continue their educational interests in band music. Students receive experience playing a variety of musical styles and continue their development of musical skills and techniques. Several public performances are scheduled throughout the year, including concert and marching settings.
8853 Orchestra 8 is designed for eighth graders who play violin, viola, cello or double bass. Emphasis is placed on developing more advanced string technique and experiencing a variety of new musical styles and skills. Several public performances are scheduled throughout the year, including winter and spring concerts.
8854 Chorus 8 is designed for eighth graders who choose to continue their interest in choral music. Students will experience singing a variety of musical styles in multi-part arrangements. Development of vocal skills and technique will be emphasized. Opportunities for public performance will help students to build confidence and a sense of accomplishment, both individually and collectively.
Grade 9 Music
Students in ninth grade may choose Band, Orchestra or Chorus as electives. Ninth grade students may elect one or two music courses on the same-time basis. Performing techniques are refined and more advanced skills are developed.
8965 Band 9 is designed for ninth graders who play instruments in the woodwind, brass, and percussion families. The goal of this full-year program is to further develop musical skills by providing a wide range of musical experiences. Students will learn the techniques needed to achieve higher levels of music performance. Both concert and marching opportunities are scheduled.
8966 Orchestra 9 is designed for ninth graders who have a minimum of two years of study of violin, viola, cello or string bass. This requirement may be waived pending an audition. The goal of this full-year program is to further develop musical skills while providing a variety of musical experiences. Students will learn the techniques needed to achieve higher levels of performance.
8967 Chorus 9 is designed for ninth graders who enjoy singing and choose to enroll in a full-year program. Emphasis is placed on developing comprehensive musicianship through the use of choral literature representing a variety of styles, forms, and cultures, including both sacred and secular texts. The goal is for students to perform artistically at their ability level while developing skills in vocal technique, sight-reading, basic music theory, and music history literature.
Music Teachers, Grades 7-9 2011-2012
Holicong Middle School
- Joel Chodoroff, Band
- James Glaser, Chorus
- Jennifer DiVasto, Orchestra
- Bridgett Sczychulski, Chorus
- Jessica Weber, Chorus
- Scott Hensil, Performing Arts
Lenape Middle School
- Bridgett Szychulski, Band
- Jaime Rogers, Chorus
- Jessica Weber, Orchestra
Tamanend Middle School
- Larry Werner, Band
- Ian Sanchez, Chorus
- Jessica Weber, Orchestra
- Scott Hensil, Orchestra
- Kim Leonardo, Performing Arts
- Jennifer Repper, Performing Arts
Tohickon Middle School
- Ronald LaMar, Band
- Joseph Stellino, Chorus
- Jennifer Repper, Orchestra
Unami Middle School
- Harry Bower, Band
- Kim Leonardo, Chorus
- Hanna Pak, Orchestra