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BEGINNING CHOIR

Open to any grade, this entry-level course is for students who wish to develop their singing skills. A variety of repertoire will be used to teach melody, harmony, part-singing, basic music theory, vocal production, and performance skills. Participation in three annual concerts is required as part of the curriculum.

PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE

This class includes all performance ensembles—Techoir, Technicians, Techniques, Techromatics, Advanced Orchestra, and Concert Band. Specific performance skills and excellent student musicianship are enhanced through small group instruction. Admittance to this class by director approval only.

 

SHOWCASE

This class is only open for ACE students. These students will explore the elements of “show biz” by learning staging, performance skills, marketing, publicity, set design, choreography, music, and drama. Practical hands-on experience will result in a culminating “show” at the end of each semester.

 

GOSPEL CHOIR

Gospel choir is a performance ensemble which focuses on developing performance skills through the presentation and exploration of music in the gospel tradition. Outside-of-school performances are part of the required curriculum. By director approval only.

BEGINNING BAND

The entry-level course for the Tech Band program, students learn to play an instrument while participating in the performances of the marching and concert bands. Brass, woodwind, percussion, and color-guard classes are available. Students will be placed on instruments upon enrollment. Open to any interested students.

ADVANCED BAND

Students participate in all phases of the marching, concert, and jazz bands. The drum line, color guard, winter guard, and winter percussion ensembles are all part of the advanced band program. Students should have performance experience on instruments prior to enrollment. Seasonal, after-school participation is a part of the advanced band program. In addition to the musical skills taught, students receive training in leadership, time-management and organizational skills to enhance their educational achievement. Director recommendation needed.

STRINGS

Strings classes are offered for all levels of experience. Beginning students will learn how to play a string instrument (violin, viola, cello, or bass) and will learn to read music. All string students will develop skills necessary to perform with the Tech orchestra at all school concerts. It is not necessary to own an instrument – a student enrolled in orchestra may borrow a Tech instrument at no cost.

PIANO

Piano instruction is designed to develop keyboard proficiency for all students, regardless of skill level. Students may be beginning or advanced; the class is individually tailored to the needs of each pupil. Available to any grade level.

 

Contact the directors: Cindy Hartshorn Beth Meyer Stan Minks