Arts
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DANCE
Dance Techniques 1 (Course #0300310)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Students in this year-long, entry-level course, designed for those having no prior dance instruction, learn foundational skills in two or more dance styles. Their development of fundamental dance technique is enriched and enlivened through study of works by a variety of diverse artists, developing genre-specific movement, vocabulary and dance terminology, and building knowledge and skills related to somatic practices, dance composition, analysis of effort and outcomes, dance history and culture, collaborative work, and rehearsal and performance protocols.
Dance Techniques 2 (Course #0300320)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Grade “C” or better in Dance Tech 1 and good behavior.
Required Materials. Materials: camisole, capri tights, spandex shorts, ballet shoes, and jazz shoes; Cost of materials $80.
Students in Dance Techniques 2, a year-long course, build on previously acquired knowledge and fundamental technical skills in two or more dance forms, (ballet, modern, jazz, hip-hop, and ballroom) focusing on developing the aesthetic quality of movement in the ensemble and as an individual.
Dance Techniques 3 Honors (Course #0300330)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by Audition.
Students in this year-long, intermediate-level course, designed for dancers who have mastered the basics in two or more dance forms, build technical and creative skills with a focus on developing the aesthetic quality of movement in the ensemble and as an individual. All Students are REQUIRED to perform and participate in Fall and Spring Dance Recitals held after school in the auditorium.
Dance Techniques 4 Honors (Course #0300334)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by Audition, Monthly Fees REQUIRED.
Students in this year-long, advanced dance techniques class build on skills learned in previous dance classes to improve their performance in two or more dance styles. During the class, students perform sequences of increasing complexity to advance their technical skills. All Students are required to perform and participate in Fall and Spring Dance Recitals held after school in the auditorium.
Dance Repertory 1 (Honey Bears) (Course #0300400)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by audition, monthly fees REQUIRED.
Students study the historical works of professional choreographers in one or more genres, such as ballet, modern, jazz, or other traditional dance forms. Students learn to understand and apply each choreographer’s movement design and artistic intent, respecting the work as each choreographer’s intellectual property, and gain skills for group and self-assessment, analysis, and problem-solving. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
Dance Repertory 2 (Honey Bears) (Course #0300410)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by audition, monthly fees REQUIRED.
Students study the historical works of exemplary professional choreographers in one or more genres, learning to understand and apply each choreographer’s movement design and artistic intent, and respecting the work as each choreographer’s intellectual property. Students learn about Narrative, Literal, Non-Literal and Abstract dances, gaining skills for group and self-assessment, analysis, and problem solving. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
Dance Repertory 3 Honors (Honey Bears) (Course #0300420)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by audition, monthly fees REQUIRED.
Students study the historical works of professional choreographers in one or more genres, learning to understand, apply, and respect each choreographer’s movement design, artistic intent, and intellectual property. Students expand on Narrative, Literal, Non-Literal and Abstract dance, refining skills for group and self-assessment, analysis, and problem solving. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
Dance Repertory 4 Honors (Honey Bears) (Course #0300430)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Acceptance by audition, monthly fees REQUIRED.
Students study the historical background and works of professional choreographers in one or more genres, and have the ability to apply, and respect each choreographer’s movement design, artistic intent, and intellectual property. Students may demonstrate Narrative, Literal, Non-Literal and Abstract dance, advancing skills for group and self-assessment, analysis, and problem solving. Dancers assess their skills and techniques in the context of careers in theatrical, commercial and concert dance. Students are required to participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
BAND
Band 1-3 (Intermediate) (Course #1302300/310/320)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Band 2-5H (Advanced) (Course #1302310/320/330/340)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: 1-3 years of Middle School Band Completion. For Band 2-5H, must be by audition to the Director.
These year-long, intermediate and advanced level classes are, designed for students with at least one year of woodwind, brass, and/ or percussion ensemble experience, promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of high-quality wind and percussion literature. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills, instrumental and ensemble technique and skills, expanded music literacy, and aesthetic awareness culminating in periodic public performances. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students are REQUIRED to participate in fundraisers. Additional experiences with small ensembles, solo performance, and leadership opportunities are available. Students who enjoy the challenges and successes of this course may wish to take an accelerated music class in the future. Students are REQUIRED to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Students are REQUIRED to participate in Marching Band.
Marching Band (Course #1302355)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: This class takes place after school and student must be enrolled in Band or Orchestra class.
Students participate in activities of their school’s marching band. Activities include, but are not limited to, the study of the chosen program of music for the season, rehearsals of the marching routine to accompany music. There are a variety of ways that students may participate and earn credit in this course. Some students may play instruments, some may work with flags, batons, or other apparatus, some may be dancers, etc. This course REQUIRES students to participate in extra rehearsals and performances beyond the school day. Students in this class are REQUIRED to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument, shoes, and supplies from an outside source.
Eurhythmics 1 – 4 (Flag) (Course #1305300/1305310/1305320/1305330)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
This class is held after normal school hours. Student dancers develop basic to advanced level skills in performing and evaluating choreographed performances as an independent ensemble and in cooperation with a music ensemble, most often with marching band. Emphasis is placed on dance, equipment manipulation, precision, and the relationship between music and dance. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.
JAZZ BAND
Jazz Band 1-4 Honors (Course #1202500/510/520/530)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Audition for Director.
Students with experience on an instrument suited for jazz ensemble explore the fundamentals of performance practices, improvisation, and music theory through a diverse repertoire of high-quality jazz literature. Students learn the basics of foundational jazz styles, use chord symbols, develop knowledge of musical structure, and study the history of jazz and its iconic musicians. As students become more sophisticated and enter higher levels of these courses, they also become familiar with the cultural context of various compositions and artists, applying their theory skills to arranging, transposition and composing, improvise over various forms, keys, and styles, are knowledgeable about the professional jazz scene and its icons, student the impact of technology on jazz and the music industry, and learn the basics of sound reinforcement for solo and ensemble performance. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class need to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Students are REQUIRED to participate in Concert and Marching Band.
ORCHESTRA
Orchestra 1 – 3 (Intermediate) (Course #1302360/1302370/1302380)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: 1-3 years Middle School Orchestra.
Students who have at least one year of orchestral experience study, rehearse, and perform high-quality orchestra literature to advance their string and ensemble performance techniques, music literacy, music theory, and aesthetic engagement through high-quality orchestra literature. Student musicians use reflection and problem-solving skills to improve performance significantly based on structural, cultural, and historical understanding of the music. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills, basic string techniques, music literacy, ensemble skills, and aesthetic awareness in the context of relevant history and cultures. Honors students are required to prepare and perform a solo or small ensemble piece for adjudication at the Solo & Ensemble assessment. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class are REQUIRED to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source.
Orchestra 2 – 5 H (Advanced) (Course #1302370/1302380/1302390/1302400)
1.0 Credit – Grades 9-12
Student musicians use reflection and problem-solving skills to improve performance significantly based on structural, cultural, and historical understanding of the music. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills, basic string techniques, music literacy, ensemble skills, and aesthetic awareness in the context of relevant history and cultures. Honors students are required to prepare and perform a solo or small ensemble piece for adjudication at the Solo & Ensemble assessment. Public performances serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students are REQUIRED to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class are REQUIRED to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source.
KEYBOARD
Keyboard (Piano) 1 & 2 (Course #1301360/370)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Students build fundamental piano techniques while learning to read music, acquire, and apply knowledge of basic music theory, and explore the role of keyboard music in history and culture. Beginning pianists develop skill in analytical listening and explore musical creativity in the form of basic improvisation and basic composition.
CHORUS
Treble Voices (Vocal Ensemble 1) (Course #1303440)
1.0 credit (Beginning/Intermediate FRESHMAN women)
Come sing with a great group of new and intermediate (9th grade) level singers! No audition or experience necessary for this class. This women’s choir works towards a deeper knowledge of proper vocal technique, sight-singing, and music theory through the study of a wide variety of women’s choral music. Students are REQUIRED to participate in rehearsals and performances outside of school hours as a major part of their grade. Choral fees/fundraising are required for this class.
Treble Voices (Vocal Ensemble 2-4H) (Course #1305410/1305420/1305430)
This women’s choir works towards a deeper knowledge of proper vocal technique, sight-singing, and music theory through the study of a wide variety of women’s choral music. Students are REQUIRED to participate in rehearsals and performances outside of school hours as a major part of their grade. Choral fees/fundraising are required for this class.
Bella Voice (Vocal Ensemble 3/4 Honors) (Course #1303460/1303470)
1.0 credit – Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Placed by Audition only
Women’s Chamber Ensemble is an all women’s choir offered as a continuation of the choral sequence. Students are required to dedicate outside practice time to learning advanced music and improving their individual vocal technique and independent musicianship. Students are REQUIRED to participate in performances outside of schools hours, such as Choral MPA and evening concerts as a major part of their grade. Choral fees/fundraising are REQUIRED for this class.
Men’s Choir: All men in choir (Chorus 1-4) (Course #1303300/1303310/1303320/1303330)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Men’s choir is the place for all of the male singers at Bayshore! Have you been singing your whole life? Have you always wanted to learn? This is the place to be, no matter what your level of experience is! Students are REQUIRED to participate in rehearsals and performances outside of school hours including Choral MPA, and evening concerts as a major part of their grade. Choral fees/fundraising are REQUIRED for this class.
Mixed Music (Music Techniques 4 Honors) (Course #1305530
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: Students are also enrolled in either Women’s Chamber Ensemble or Men’s Choir.
With choreography and tight harmonies, this mixed group is for select, auditioned students who are musically ready to take their musicianship to the next level. Show Choir performs a variety of genres including, but not limited to jazz, choral, Broadway, madrigals, and many others. Minimal dancing is included, but quality understanding of musicianship and ability is REQUIRED. Performances may include, but are not limited to, MPA as a mixed ensemble, competitions as a show choir or community performances as an acapella group.
AICE Music 1 AS (Course #1300395)
1.0 credit 10-12
AS Level Music encourages learners to develop their musical skills in a variety of music styles and traditions and build on their musical interests. Learners are encouraged to listen, compose, and perform with understanding, analysis, and confident communication. They learn to become independent and critical thinkers. Content includes rhythm; melody/line; harmony; form; texture and timbre; tension and resolution; and continuity and change.
THEATRE ARTS
Improvisation (Course #0400620)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-10
You must be ready to step on stage! Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Improvisation for comedic performance. We focus on comedic storytelling, ensemble playing, movement, and developing characters. This is a performance based class REQUIRING after school hours and does have a fee REQUIREMENT.
Acting 3 Studio B (Course #0400390)
1.0 credit – Grades 10-12
Pre-requisite: Audition Only or Requires Instructors approval.
Improvisation. We take what we learned in Improvisation and apply it to professional shows. We focus on basic storytelling structures to create comedic characters, monologues, and sketch pieces for ensemble performances. This is a performance based class REQUIRING after school hours, and does have a fee attached.
Theater History & Literature 1 (Film) (Course #0400350)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-11
Genres, Archetypes & Tropes. Films, like literature. can be “read.” Students will develop an approach to viewing classic and modern films which is similar to studying literature. All films shown will introduce the student to a great author or work of literature. The objective of the course is to help students understand the history, genre, terminology, and techniques of storytelling.
Theater History & Literature 2 Honors (Film & Comedy) (Course #0400350)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-11
Prerequisite: Student must complete Film & Literature 1 with a "B" or higher.
This is a writing intensive class. The course covers the history and structure of film comedies from 1920-1970. It will cover some of the famous comedians, and directors, who dealt in comedy such as Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd, Laurel and Hardy, Abbot and Costello, Mae West, W.C. Fields, and the Marx Brothers. The course will also examine the various sub genres in the field, i.e. slapstick, spoof, screwball comedy, and so on. Also covered will be the fundamentals of comedy writing with an emphasis on sketch and web-based series. Also a look at the evolution of sketch comedy from Sid Caesar, Carol Burnett, SNL, and more. The expectation is to go from concept to performance. This class also requires after-school hours and requires attendance at school performances and purchase of a ticket.
Theater Improv (Performance) (Course #0400620)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-10
This sequence of classes is designed to introduce students to representational acting for comedic performance. The use of warmups, exercises, and games to present live performances. The students will study the works of Spolin, Sills, Johnstone, Napier et al. At the end of the program, the student will be able to establish character, relationship, location, and all the details of a scene's base. This class requires after-school participation.
VISUAL ARTS
2-D Studio Art (Course #0101300)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Students experiment with the media and techniques used to create a variety of two-dimensional (2-D) artworks through the development of skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design. Students practice, sketch, and manipulate the structural elements of art to improve mark making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. $20.00 fee REQUIRED.
2-D Studio Art 2 (Course #0101310)
1.0 credit – Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: B or higher in 2-D Art 1.
Students develop and refine technical skills and create 2-D compositions with a variety of media in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design. Student artists sketch, manipulate, and refine the structural elements of art to improve mark-making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. $20.00 fee REQUIRED
2-D Studio Art 3 Honors
0101320 1.0 credit 11-12
Prerequisite: B or higher in 2-D Studio 2 & instructor approval.
Students demonstrate proficiency in the conceptual development of content in drawing to create self-directed or collaborative 2-D artwork suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. Students produce works that show evidence of developing craftsmanship and quality in the composition. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers. Through a focused investigation of traditional techniques, historical and cultural models, and individual expressive goals, students begin to develop a personal art style. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. $20.00 fee REQUIRED.
Ceramics 1 (Course #0102300)
1.0 credit – Grades 9-12
Students experience clay with hand-building techniques making both functional and decorative work. They learn the history of pottery and sculpture. Students work with a variety of materials, including found objects, to create both small and large pieces. For the serious, self-disciplined student only. $30 materials fee REQUIRED.
Ceramics 2 (Course #0102310)
1.0 credit – Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: B in Ceramics 1.
Students continue their exploration of clay by building larger and more intricate forms. Students learn to build a body of work by making sets of projects, developing mastery of technical skill and learning to throw on a pottery wheel. $30 materials fee REQUIRED.
Ceramics 3 Honors
0102320 1.0 credit 11-12
Prerequisite: B in Ceramics 2.
Students continue their exploration of clay by developing self-directed projects. Students continue to build a body of work by making sets of projects and demonstrate mastery of technical skill and pottery wheel. Students begin to show sophisticated analytical and problem-solving skills and personal vision. $30 materials fee REQUIRED.
