Havergal College Course Calendar, 2017-18 Academic Year

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Grade 7 Music
Grade 7 Band
This introductory course is designed for students with
limited or no previous band experience. Throughout
the year, students learn basic techniques and acquire
reading skills on their instruments. Through exposure to
suitable elementary repertoire, students develop a sense
of ensemble skills and achieve a reasonable facility on
a band instrument by the end of the year. Development
of the non-performance areas of listening, ear training,
history and theory will be integrated into the program.
Participation in ensemble and student performances is
expected. As this is an introductory course, students
with previous experience of a band instrument may be
encouraged to learn a new instrument.
Grade 7 Strings
This course is designed for both beginner music students
and students with previous strings experience. Some
previous practical knowledge of piano, guitar or an
orchestral instrument is an advantage, but not necessary.
A good ear is absolutely essential. The emphasis is on
basic individual technical skills development integrated
with ensemble skills. Students will experience a wide
range of repertoire and have the opportunity to perform
as an ensemble. Basic note reading, theory and history
will also be covered during the duration of the course.
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 Music
Grade 8 Band
This course emphasizes the performance of music
at a junior/intermediate level; it strikes a balance
between challenge and skill and is aimed at continued
development of technique, ensemble and performance
skills, creativity,and imagination. Through a variety of
musical activities, students will be required to expand
their understanding of the language of music, including
elements, terminology and history. As a member of
the Junior Band, participation in student performances
is expected. Advanced students may audition for the
Symphonic Band.
Grade 8 Strings
This course is designed to follow Grade 7 Strings.
Students will continue to develop their individual
technique and expand their understanding of musical
theory, history and note reading. Opportunities to perform
will be offered throughout the year and students enrolled
in this course are encouraged to play with the Havergal
Symphony Orchestra.
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.