Havergal College Course Calendar, 2017-18 Academic Year

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50HAVERGAL COLLEGE | Course Calendar 2017–18
GRADE 11
ADA3M – Drama, Grade 11, University/College
Preparation
1 CREDIT
This course requires students to create and perform in
dramatic presentations. Students will analyse, interpret,
and perform dramatic works from various cultures and
time periods. Students will research various acting styles
and conventions that could be used in their presentations,
and analyse the functions of playwrights, directors, actors,
designers, technicians, and audiences.
Prerequisite: ADA1O – Drama, Grade 9, Open or ADA2O –
Drama, Grade 10, Open
GRADE 12
ADA4M – Drama, Grade 12, University/College
Preparation
1 CREDIT
This course requires students to experiment individually and
collaboratively with forms and conventions of both drama and
theatre from various cultures and time periods. Students will
interpret dramatic literature and other text and media sources
while learning about various theories of directing and acting.
Students will examine the significance of dramatic arts in
various cultures, and will analyse how the knowledge and
skills developed in drama are related to their personal skills,
social awareness, and goals beyond secondary school.
Prerequisite: ADA3M – Drama, Grade 11, University/College
Preparation
MUSIC
The Music Department gives students an opportunity to
learn to sing, play an instrument and fully develop their
talents. They study theory, history and music technology
as they learn to create and appreciate all types of music.
Participation in ensembles and student performances is
encouraged. Ensembles include bands, orchestras, choirs,
jazz choir and a jazz ensemble. During the year, students
have the opportunity to perform formally and informally,
to participate in the Independent Schools Music Festival,
to compete at Music Festivals, to experience music
exchanges and to attend the many exciting events taking
place in the Toronto area. Many students enroll in private
lessons offered by a professional staff at the school. They
may also decide to take external music examinations
offered by the Royal Conservatory of Music.
Students who have taken musical instruction outside of
scheduled classes may be eligible for more advanced
level music classes after consultation with the Music
Department Head.
STUDENT INSTRUMENT RENTAL
(OPTIONAL)
The Junior and Upper School Music Departments require
all students participating in an instrumental ensemble to
acquire an instrument for the school year. Parents have
three choices in the acquisition of a musical instrument
for their daughter:
1. Sign an “Instrument Loan Agreement” from Havergal
College
2. Rent from a reputable music dealer
3. Purchase an instrument
Members of the Music Department would be pleased to offer
advice in the rental or purchase of instruments.
If you decide to make use of a Havergal College
instrument, we will supply your daughter with a top
quality instrument and will take care of all the necessary
paperwork and repairs throughout the school year. You
will be asked to sign an “InstrumenΩt Loan Agreement.”
For information about Private Music Lessons (optional),
please see the