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| COURSE: | FINE ARTS I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BFA1 | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 or more | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective Fine Art I is a beginning level art class and is recommended as a prerequisite for all other fine art classes. The focus of this course is drawing and the primary mediums include colored pencil, graphite, and charcoal, pen, and ink. A variety of subjects and techniques will be taught including contour drawing, blending and shading to achieve realistic rendering, color theory, landscapes, perspective, portraits, elements and principle of design, and cartooning. Students will be exposed to art history as well. | |||
| COURSE: | FINE ARTS II P | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BFP2 | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | B or better both semesters of Fine Art I and teacher recommendation | GRADES: | 10, 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 or more | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective Fine Art II is a second level art class. The majority of students have taken Fine Art I and/or outside art classes. Fine Art II builds upon many of the techniques learned in Fine Art I such as color theory, elements and principles of design, landscapes, portraits, perspective, etc. The focus of this course is painting and the primary mediums include watercolor and acrylic. Advanced drawing techniques such as pen and ink will be taught as well. Art history is commonly intertwined with the lessons. | |||
| COURSE: | Yearbook (P) | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | YOA1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 | |||
| PREREQUISITE: | None | ||
| Students in Yearbook are responsible for the planning, preparation and publishing of the school yearbook, under guidance of an advisor. Students plan layouts and graphics, take and print the photographs, write all copy, captions and headlines, and manage book and ad sales. Work is created using industry standard machines and software. This hands-on, project-based course is at the heart of Common Core ideology. | |||
| COURSE: | GRAPHIC DESIGN | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| UC/CSU Subject: | F | ||
| COURSE CODE: | WRPD | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective This course explores historical styles to contemporary trends in the global field of design. With the awareness of design solutions throughout history in various cultures, students will understand the impact of the arts and design in shared human experiences. Students will also learn elements and principles of design to enhance their problem solving skills, artistic vision, and style in projects like poster, logos, magazine layouts, and advertisements. Learning the three main industry standard computer software programs will provide students with knowledge of the professional environment and responsibilities of graphic designers. | |||
| COURSE: | STUDIO ART: 2-D | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BYPC | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Fine Art I and II a B or better in both semesters of Fine Art II and teacher recommendation | Grades: | 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 or more | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective This third year level Fine Arts class focuses on starting to create a two-dimensional Advanced Placement portfolio that can be submitted for AP/College credit. The portfolio must demonstrate a wide range of artwork that shows a “breadth” (wide range) of artistic styles, methods and materials. Also included in the curriculum is an in-depth exploration of a personal artistic theme known as a “concentration.” The three parts of the portfolio; breadth, concentration, and quality should demonstrate how to use the art elements and principles in an integrative way. | |||
| COURSE: | STUDIO ART: 2-D DESIGN AP | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BYPH | UC/CSU Subject: | F Honors |
| PREREQUISITE: | Fine Arts focus portfolio: Fine Arts I and II, Studio Art 2D P plus teacher recommendation or Photography Focus Portfolio: Photo I, II, and III, plus teacher recommendation If skipping a level 3 class (Studio Art 2D P or Photo III) to go on to this level 4 (Studio Art 2D AP) the student needs to meet with the teacher to get the portfolio requirements for the class. | GRADES: | 11, 12 AGOURA ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 or more | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective This third or fourth year level Fine Arts class focuses on creating a two-dimensional Advanced Placement portfolio that can be submitted for AP/College credit. The portfolio must demonstrate a wide range of artwork that shows a “breadth” (wide range) of artistic styles, methods and materials. Also included in the curriculum is an in-depth exploration of a personal artistic theme known as a “concentration.” The three parts of the portfolio; breadth, concentration, and quality should demonstrate how to use the art elements and principles in an integrative way. Each student must complete the entire AP Board specified portfolio requirements. | |||
| COURSE: | STUDIO ART: 3-D | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BZPC | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Ceramics I and II, a B or better in both semesters of Ceramics II plus teacher recommendation | GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $75-$85 or more | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. This third year level Visual Arts class focuses on beginning to create a three-dimensional Advanced Placement portfolio. The portfolio must demonstrate a wide range of artwork that shows a “breadth” (wide range) of artistic styles, methods and materials. Also included in the curriculum is an in-depth exploration of a personal artistic theme known as a “concentration.” The three parts of the portfolio; breadth, concentration, and quality should demonstrate how to use the art elements and principles in an integrative way. The 3-D portfolio must demonstrate proficiency in a broad range of three dimensional designs executed in either sculptural or functional forms. Sign up for Studio Art 3-D to create either a sculpture or ceramic portfolio. (For the drawing or 2-D portfolio, sign up for Studio Art 2-D.) | |||
| COURSE: | STUDIO ART: 3-D DESIGN AP | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BZPH | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Ceramics I and II, a B or better in both semesters of Ceramics II plus teacher recommendation | GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $ 75 - $85 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. This third or fourth year level Visual Arts class focuses on creating a three-dimensional Advanced Placement portfolio. The portfolio must demonstrate a wide range of artwork that shows a “breadth” (wide range) of artistic styles, methods and materials. Also included in the curriculum is an in-depth exploration of a personal artistic theme known as a “concentration.” The three parts of the portfolio; breadth, concentration, and quality should demonstrate how to use the art elements and principles in an integrative way. The 3-D portfolio must demonstrate proficiency in a broad range of three dimensional designs executed in either sculptural or functional forms. Sign up for Studio Art 3-D to create either a sculpture or ceramic portfolio. (For the drawing or 2-D portfolio, sign up for Studio Art 2-D.) | |||
| COURSE: | ART HISTORY AP | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BYPP | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $60/$70 per semester | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective The AP Art History course is designed as an introductory college course in Art History, focusing on an understanding & knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, & other art forms with historical & cultural contexts. An understanding of the elements of art, fundamental art terminology, & technical processes used in the production of art is taught within the AP course. The course covers art from the ancients, the Eastern cultures and the Renaissance to the present day. Students learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to analyze what they see. | |||
| COURSE: | DESIGN IN GLASS I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BGA1 | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None (Fine Arts recommended) | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $85/$100 per semester | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective This course is designed to introduce students to glass cutting, foiling, and leading techniques. Design relating to glass work will be reviewed through basic art elements and principles. Students will create a variety of glass projects utilizing clear and colored glass. Art history in the form of reading, and film/videos correlated with projects will be included. | |||
| COURSE: | CERAMICS 1 | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BCA1 | UC/CSU Subject: | F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $75 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. This class will explore the design possibilities of clay. Students will study the three basic hand building methods: pinch, coil, and slab. Projects will include those for functional and decorative uses. The history of ceramic art is commonly intertwined with the projects. | |||
| COURSE: | CERAMICS II P | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BCP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Ceramics I, a B or better both semesters of Ceramics I plus teacher recommendation | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $75 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. Students will learn advanced methods of hand building in ceramics. Techniques for using the potter’s wheel will be an option for those interested. Students will be encouraged to use their own creative ideas in designing ceramic projects. The history of ceramic art is commonly intertwined with the projects. | |||
| COURSE: | PHOTOGRAPHY I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BPA1 UC/CSU: Subject F | ||
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 AGOURA ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. SUPPLY LIST: Students MUST HAVE a digital camera. It is strongly preferred that this camera is a single lens reflex digital camera, or one with a manual operation setting. Students will find that the simple point and shoot automatic digital camera presents some limitations in photographic and creative expression. This course will give the student a strong foundation in the area of photography. This class should be thought of as a Photography course and not a computer course. Students are introduced to Digital Photography and Adobe Photoshop as their primary tools. | |||
| COURSE: | PHOTOGRAPHY II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BPP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Photo I with a B or better and teacher approval | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 AGOURA ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. Photography II builds on skills developed in Photography I with more emphasis on a much broader scope of concept, composition, technique, advanced camera and computer techniques. Students are continuing their use of Digital Photography and Adobe Photoshop. Students have the opportunity to explore, experiment, and expand their understanding of lighting, studio illustration, special effects, color theory, processing and printing. Famous photographers and professional photographers, their techniques, as well as the history of photography, will be included through presentations and research. Photo II is designed only for the most serious photography student; self-motivating, hard-working, with a basic professional attitude and serious work ethics. | |||
| COURSE: | PHOTOGRAPHY III | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | BPP3 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | A or B in Photo II, photographic portfolio, and teacher approval. | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 AGOURA ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $100 | ||
| Fulfills High School Visual and Performing Arts or General Elective. Photography III builds on skills developed in Photography II with new emphasis on digital photo enhancement and correction. A serious photography student has the opportunity to explore, experiment, and expand the depths of photo lighting, contrast, color and filter effects using Adobe Photoshop. Each student will explore a personal concentration in designing their own portfolio. The student will lean towards one area of photography such as landscaping, fashion, advertising, lifestyles, portraiture, architecture or personal research. | |||
| COURSE: | DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY | SEMESTER COURSE: | 5 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | WRRF | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Teacher approval | GRADES: | 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| Fulfills High School General Elective This class will introduce students to the “real” world of commercial photography. Students will have an opportunity to learn about business operations using the tools of the trade. Digital imaging & electronic transmission of photographs to clients will be taught. Students will learn to use Adobe Photo Shop, as well as on-line services. They will not only explore present-day commercial photography using computers, but will take a look at where the field is going in the 21st century. | |||
| COURSE: | Digital Imaging 2 | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | WRF2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| GRADES: | 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY | ||
| Students build on their Photoshop skills along with exploring different types of photography such as studio techniques, High Dynamic Range Photography, and working with RAW file formats. Students will also explore and do a study of a photographer of their choice as well as exploring different styles for a photographic portfolio. A field trip to Yosemite National Park is available to those students that wish to attend. | |||
| COURSE: | FILM APPRECIATION I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NFAS | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Signed parental permission form | GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| This is a course in which the student will view and discuss films and documentaries to examine film history, genres, technical innovations, and the major contributors of the industry from the birth of film to the films of present day. Basic film terminology will be taught as well as the artistic, informational handouts pertaining to each film or documentary viewed. Students will be given the opportunity to explore their own creativity, gained knowledge, and philosophies through written and oral analyses and critiques, as well as written screenplays and filmed video projects. | |||
| COURSE: | FILM APPRECIATION II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NFA2 UC/CSU: Subject F | ||
| PREREQUISITE: | C+ or better in Film Appreciation I or teacher approval and signed parental permission form | GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| Students will continue a more in-depth examination of film history, its cultural impact, various genres, technical innovations, and the major contributors of the industry through viewing & discussing worldwide films from the silent era to the present day. Handouts pertaining to each film will be read, discussed, and utilized for the student’s analyses, critiques, screenplays, and video projects. | |||
| COURSE: | FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | WRRX | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9-12 AGOURA ONLY |
| This course is a study & introduction of basic film making arts & sciences, genres, and innovations. The class also encompasses film’s cultural significances as well as its historical roots. Students will learn to analyze film from a variety of artistic works. Firsthand knowledge of the art and business of filmmaking will be presented by speakers within the industry and/or studio tours when available. | |||
| COURSE: | FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | WRRY1 | UC/CSU: | Pending |
| PREREQUISITE: | FILLM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION I | GRADES: 10, 11, 12 AGOURA ONLY | |
| This course will deepen and concentrate the filmmaking knowledge developed by students who have previously enrolled in Film Producgtion I. In Film and Vdeo Production II both narrative film projects an documentary film projects will be produced. In addition, students will develop a professional director’s reel that will encompass different genres of media including music videos and commercials. The emphasis in Film Production II will be in cinematography, lighting, sound, and post-prduction. In Film Production II students should expect to enter their finished projects in local and national student film festivals. | |||
| COURSE: | THEATER I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 CREDITS |
| COURSE CODE: | NTA1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | NONE | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Beginning theater introduces the students to the background and traditions of theater. Students will be given the opportunity to act in a variety of scenes, cuttings, one-acts, monologues, original material and improvisations. The course is designed to let students practice the craft of acting, and to help them develop their imagination and creativity using various theater games and improvisations. | |||
| COURSE: | THEATER II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 CREDITS |
| COURSE CODE: | NTP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | A grade of “C” or better in Theater I | GRADES: | 10, 11, 12 |
| Emphasis placed on voice and movement for the stage. Units will include Story Theater for the elementary schools, individual concentrated work, and beginning directing. Students will perform for live audiences. Opportunities to learn about the theater and related industries as a profession will be provided. Students will receive guest lectures by professionals and be introduced to the “business of show business.” The course will provide further training and study in voice, movement, and directing. Students will study theater history and perform period pieces including an introduction to Shakespeare. | |||
| COURSE: | THEATER II I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 CREDITS |
| COURSE CODE: | NTP3 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| This course trains students in the fundamentals of acting for stage, film, television, & commercials. Students gain hands-on experience by performing in front of an audience at local community theatres and/or other professional performing arts venues. Students learn the practical, theoretical, & technical aspects of acting as well as develop strategies for marketing their talents & successfully navigating their careers. Training includes in-depth character work through scene study, script writing and analysis; cold-reading techniques, monologue work, improvisation & voice-over. | |||
| COURSE: | ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits AGOURA ONLY |
| COURSE CODE: | KAV1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | ||
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $15 - $25 | ||
| This course is for those students who want to learn how to design a residential home. The student starts with room design; then he/she draws a house floor plan, house elevations, perspectives, electrical & other plans related to a complete house. A second project is to design & draw a beach house or cabin. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) will be used. | |||
| COURSE: | ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits AGOURA ONLY |
| COURSE CODE: | KAV2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | ||
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $15 - $25 | ||
| This course is for students who want to go on to advanced architectural concepts. This includes an in-depth study of a shopping mall, restaurant, wall sections, models, and a housing tract. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is further explored. | |||
| COURSE: | ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING III | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits AGOURA ONLY |
| COURSE CODE: | KAV3 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | ||
| Suggested Materials Donation: | $15 - $25 | ||
| This course is an in-depth study of the structural systems. Students will make a complete set of working drawings for a dream house. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is used to develop 10% of these drawings. | |||
| COURSE: | Guitar I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NGP1 | ||
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CHS Only |
| This is a performance class in which students will learn how to play guitar. Students will be taught how to read music, play from chord symbols, play both melodies and accompaniments (chords), improvise, and they will study the repertoire of classical music for guitar. Popular styles of music including blues and jazz are included as units within the year-long course. All students will use a nylon-string guitar in class and should have access to any type of guitar at home for practice. The course is UC approved for Fine Art credit. Open to any interested student. | |||
| COURSE: | Guitar II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NGP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | By audition, teacher approval only. | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| This class further develops the musical skills of students who have completed Guitar I; students may also audition and enroll with consent of the instructor. Students are given the opportunity to perform more frequently throughout the year, including in smaller groups. More advanced music is studied, highlighting an increased awareness of rhythmic and melodic independence, and the opportunity to explore various styles of guitar-playing. The course is UC approved for Fine Art credit. | |||
| COURSE: | CONCERT BAND OR MARCHING BAND | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits Required for all freshmen wind/percussion |
| COURSE CODE: | PMA1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | Grades 9 & 10 = PE credit Grades 11 & 12 = Elective credit | |
| This course is open to all interested students who play a wind or percussion instrument. This class performs a wide variety of music for school events and wind ensemble concerts. The band participates at all home football games and select away games. The group also performs at one parade and one halftime show per year. In addition to a large selection of music, students will learn basic marching steps and routines. | |||
| COURSE: | WIND ENSEMBLE I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NWP1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Teacher approval | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 |
| This course is open to all interested students who have at least 2 years of middle school band experience on a wind or percussion instrument. In this course, students will learn basic theory/musicianship skills, major/minor scales, and basic ensemble techniques. This ensemble studies and performs intermediate level high school band literature. Occasional after-school performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | WIND ENSEMBLE II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NWP3 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Teacher approval | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 |
| This course is open to select wind and percussion students by audition. The group performs a wide variety of beginning to advanced repertoire along with all major/minor scales. Private lessons are encouraged. Occasional after-school performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | WIND ENSEMBLE II Honors | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NWP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Teacher approval | GRADES: | 11,12 |
| This course is open to select wind and percussion students by audition. The group performs a wide variety of intermediate to advanced repertoire and moves at a very fast pace. All major/minor scales will be tested. Occasional after school performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | JAZZ A | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NJP1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Teacher Approval | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 |
| This course is open to select wind and percussion students by audition. This group will study advanced improvisation techniques and a wide variety of jazz styles ranging from swing, bebop, progressive, Latin, and funk/rock. After school rehearsals and performances are required. Students are highly encouraged to take marching band or wind ensemble with this class. Combo playing experience is encouraged. Occasional after-school, and weekend performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | JAZZ B | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NJP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 |
| This course is open to select wind and percussion students by audition. Students are highly encouraged to take Marching Band or Wind Ensemble in conjunction with this course. This group will study beginning to intermediate big band charts and improvisation techniques along with a wide variety of Jazz styles. Groundwork for musical growth is laid with units on Solo Transcription and study, Jazz History, and Jazz Style. Occasional after-school performances and weekend performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | STUDIO JAZZ/COYOTE JAZZ | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NJPJ | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition only | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| This course is open to select wind and percussion students by audition. This group will study advanced improvisation techniques and a wide variety of jazz styles. After school rehearsals and performances are required. Students are highly encouraged to take marching band or wind ensemble with this class. Combo playing experience is highly encouraged. Occasional after-school, and weekend performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | JAZZ WORKSHOP | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NJP4 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition only | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| This class consists of the Jazz ‘Gold’ Band and the Jazz ‘Workshop’ Band and is open to any student. It is strongly recommended to schedule an audition prior to registering for the class. Designed for both students of any age with limited experience, and students coming from a middle school jazz program. Groundwork for musical growth is laid with units on Solo Transcription and study, Jazz History, and Jazz Style. | |||
| COURSE: | ORCHESTRA I | SEMESTER/YEAR COURSE: | 5 /10credits COURSE CODE: NOA1 GRADES: 9, 10, 11,12 |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | Participation Donation | ||
| This course is open to all interested string students and keyboard instrumentalists. This class is designed to develop proficiency for orchestral musicians. The class will study concert literature for string ensemble and full orchestra. After-school and/or weekend rehearsals and performances are required. | |||
| COURSE: | ORCHESTRA II | SEMESTER/YEAR COURSE: | 5 /10credits COURSE CODE: NOA2 GRADES: 9, 10, 11,12 |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | Participation Donation | ||
| This course is open to select string students and guitar/keyboard instrumentalists by audition. The class is designed to develop proficiency for advanced orchestral musicians. The class will study intermediate to advanced concert literature for string ensemble and full orchestra. After-school performances are mandatory. | |||
| COURSE: | CHOIR I | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NCA1 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | Participation Donation | ||
| This course is open to all interested students interested in learning to sing. The focus will be on building the basic skills associated with choral singing. The class will perform a variety of repertoire and will have a few required performances that are a part of the class curriculum throughout the year. This class is currently open to soprano and alto voices. | |||
| COURSE: | CHOIR I Mixed | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NCA2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11,12 AGOURA ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | Participation Donation | ||
| This course is a choral class teaching vocal techniques and various musical styles. The main objective of this group is performance (for school and community) which aims to develop student pose and self-esteem, as well as skill. Vocalization techniques, experience with various composer and musical styles, and sight singing will be included in this class. | |||
| COURSE: | CHOIR II | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NCP2 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Suggested Materials Donation: | Participation Donation | ||
| This is a more advanced choral class that requires a proper balance of voices (SATB or SSAA). Theory and musicianship will be taught through musical literature. Festivals, concerts, and workshops occur several times during the year. These are a mandatory part of the class curriculum. | |||
| COURSE: | CHOIR II ADVANCED | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | NCP3 | UC/CSU: | Subject F |
| PREREQUISITE: | Audition | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| Suggested Materials Donation: Participation Donation | |||
| These classes are open by audition only for the most advanced choir students. These are the most advanced choral class and they require a proper balance of voices (SATB or SSAA). Theory and musicianship will be taught through musical literature. Festivals, concerts, and workshops occur several times during the year. These are a mandatory part of the class curriculum. | |||
| COURSE: | A Capella (Unstrumental) | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | UC/CSU: | Subject F | |
| PREREQUISITE: | All students who wish to audition for Unstrumental must have taken at least 1 year of music at CHS or be currently enrolled in a music program class. By audition, teacher approval only. | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| This is a 7th period (meets outside school hours) mixed voice pop/rock a cappella vocal group. Rehearsals take place and lunch and in the afternoons and evenings. Students are selected through an audition process at the beginning of the school year. These classes are open by audition only for the most advanced choir students. These are the most advanced choral class and they require a proper balance of voices (SATB or SSAA). Theory and musicianship will be taught through musical literature. Festivals, concerts, and workshops occur several times during the year. These are a mandatory part of the class curriculum. | |||
| COURSE: | A Capella (Bare Rhythm) | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | UC/CSU: | Subject F | |
| PREREQUISITE: | All students who wish to audition for Bare Rhythm must have taken at least 1 year of music at CHS or be currently enrolled in a music program class. By audition, teacher approval only. | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| This is a 7th period (meets outside school hours) pop/rock a cappella vocal group. Rehearsals take place and lunch and in the afternoons and evenings. Students are selected through an audition process in the middle of the school year. These classes are open by audition only for the most advanced choir students. These are the most advanced choral class and they require a proper balance of voices (SATB or SSAA). Theory and musicianship will be taught through musical literature. Festivals, concerts, and workshops occur several times during the year. These are a mandatory part of the class curriculum. | |||
| COURSE: | Music Appreciation | YEAR COURSE: | 10 credits |
| COURSE CODE: | UC/CSU: | Subject F | |
| PREREQUISITE: | None | GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 CALABASAS ONLY |
| This class provides a general introduction to the world of music and is a non-performance class. Students will be exposed to music from a variety of cultures and eras, including contemporary/popular music. Listening is a major component of this course and students develop perceptive listening skills. Students have an opportunity to play percussion instruments and participate in drum circles during the course as they explore rhythm and experience being a part of an ensemble. | |||
CONTACT INFORMATION:
4111 Las Virgenes Road Calabasas, CA 91302 (PHONE) 818-880-4000 (FAX) 818-880-4200 Site Map
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