Performing Arts Course Offerings
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The award winning Warrior Band has received much recognition over recent years with performances at Disney World, 1996 & 1999 World Series at Yankee Stadium and ticket tape parades, Richmond Virginia, United States Military Academy at West Point, as well as festivals and competitions. Fundamentals and techniques of instrumental music are learned through the preparation and performance of standard band literature at a variety of public performances. Marching, playing and music appreciation leading to college, professional, semi professional, and amateur performing opportunities are part of the curriculum. For anyone playing an instrument it is an excellent opportunity to perform. Members of the Warrior Band are eligible to join the highly acclaimed MHS Jazz Band. The MHS Jazz Band rehearses and performs a variety of traditional, contemporary, as well as jazz-rock charts throughout the year.
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A music appreciation course prepared for both the "serious" music student, who wants a career in music, as well as the generally "interested" music student. This course offers theory of music, composition, ear training, conducting, appreciation (listening) and the opportunity to do in depth projects in interesting areas. This course should be essential for anyone going into a music, radio, TV or broadcasting career.
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The experience of singing in a chorus, or as a soloist, performing music of all ages (classical to rock), performing sacred and secular music are all parts of chorus. Holiday and Spring concerts, as well as performances for the sending districts, highlight the year. Participation in chorus is almost essential for everyone going into a music related career.
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Television Production will introduce students to the world of television. Students will produce a daily homeroom news program. Students will have an opportunity to run cameras, sound, lighting, direct, edit, switch, develop graphics, write copy, and perform live on camera. Students will also be introduced to other video formats in addition to the news. Students will produce commercials, music videos, and other related events capable of on airplay.
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ithin this semester course students will be exposed to three areas of electronic communication:
Music Production:
Utilizing the MHS Recording Studio, students will learn how CD’s, CD Rom, etc. are produced and manufactured. Students will produce an original tape utilizing all of the music and graphic techniques learned in class.
Video Production:
Utilizing the MHS TV Studio, students will study video and television production techniques. Students will produce an original video production.
Telecommunications:
Utilizing the computer system, Recording Studio and Video Studio, students will learn the basics of teleconferencing, interactive television, the Internet and the telecommunications technology of the future.
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This course will introduce the student to all of the phases of the technical aspects of the theatre. If you have an interest in pursuing the theatre, either in college, community or professionally, than this course should be on your list. Students will learn the basics of lighting, sound, set design and construction, painting, props, costumes, and stage management.
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This course is designed to teach the motivated instrumentalist the art of jazz improvisation. The student will master major and minor scales and specific jazz modes. A working knowledge of jazz history is introduced as well as music theory and ear training. Standard jazz tunes are learned and performed by the class in a combo format.
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This is a continuation of Jazz I. Students will hone their improvisation and ear training skills. More difficult jazz selections will be learned and improvised on and students take a more indepth look at several jazz luminaries.
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This course is a basic introduction to the art of acting. Students will learn a basic history of the stage; basic acting methodology; techniques; voice and stage presence. Students will also learn how to prepare for a role and develop a stage character. Students will use improvisation as a theatre technique.
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