Havergal College Course Calendar, 2016-17 Academic Year

VOCAL

GRADE 7 Grade 7 Vocal

This course is offered to all Havergal students, with or without previous musical experience. The course stresses the development of basic singing/reading techniques, personal, and choral musicianship and listening skills. The repertoire will be drawn from all types of music, both sacred and secular, from the centuries of excellent choral traditions in Europe, folk music from around the world, and varied kinds of contemporary music. Students study unison, canon, and two-part songs. Students are invited to participate in the Middle School Choir.

GRADE 8 Grade 8 Vocal

This course is offered to all Havergal students. The course stresses the continued development of singing and reading techniques, personal and choral musicianship, and listening skills. The repertoire will be drawn from all types of music, both sacred and secular, from the centuries of excellent choral traditions in Europe, folk music from around the world, and varied kinds of contemporary music. Students will sing in two and three parts. Participation in the Middle School Choir and student performances is expected and is an integral part of ensemble and singing development.

GRADE 9 AMV1O – Music, Vocal, Grade 9, Open

1 CREDIT This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience and is aimed at developing technique, sensitivity, and imagination. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop an understanding of the conventions and elements of music and of safe practices related to music, and will develop a variety of skills transferable to other areas of their life. Emphasis in this course will be placed on personal vocal development and choral ensemble skills such as reading, intonation, and musicianship. Repertoire for the course will be varied and students are expected to participate in the Senior Choir, which rehearses Thursdays from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.

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