Chorus
Prerequisites: None
Level: All
Credit: 1
Description: The Arthur High School Choir is a choral ensemble. The goal of the class is to increase each student's level of musicianship while growing together as a musical ensemble. In order to achieve this, serious effort, commitment, participation, self discipline, and a positive attitude are required of every student. Concerts are considered a culmination of musical concepts learned and work done during the school day. It is mandatory for choir members to participate in all performances. All absences must be made up to receive a grade. Required events include, but are not limited to, the LOVC Choral Festival, the Christmas and Spring Concerts, Dessert Theatre, and/or the musical, and Organizational Contest (if choir is entered that year). All choir members will also be required to sing the National Anthem at least once per semester of course enrollment. Elective opportunities include District and All-State IMEA Festival and Solo/Ensemble Contest.
Prerequisites: None
Level: All
Credit: 1
Description: During the first quarter, the objectives for Marching Band are to prepare for home football games, homecoming and marching band competitions. Rehearsals will include band camp (August) and one out of school practice per week during the first quarter as needed. Students may try out for drum major at the end of their freshman year. All high school students are eligible and may audition for the flag team. Students in flags who do not play an instrument may join study hall after marching season is over. The objectives for concert band/pep band (second-fourth quarters) are to prepare for performances, learn musical concepts and styles, and improve the overall technique and performance level on a given instrument. Students will also be responsible for attending all selected pep band games and performances held outside of the school day.