Concert Choir
Course Description:
CONCERT CHOIR Grade Level: 9-12 Course Length: 1 year Prerequisite: None Graduation: Fulfills Fine Arts Requirement College Prep: Fulfills CSU/UC Visual/Performing Arts “F” requirement with a grade of “C” or better
Concert Choir is an open course offered to students who are interested in beginning singing. This course is designed to increase the vocal skills and performance levels of each student. Students will develop a working knowledge of beginning singing techniques, music theory and music history, and be introduced to the ability to independently rehearse, evaluate and refine and perform their stage performance skills. Students will sing a wide range of literature from various periods such as European Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic as well as a variety of American genres. i.e. Spirituals, Jazz, Folk and Pop. From the study of these various styles, students will attain enhanced awareness of the history and events surrounding the development of choral literature. Students are required to participate in performances outside the regular school day throughout the academic year. Daily time commitment: ~30 minutes per day, 5 days per week, plus additional time for test preparation.
Click here to for the full DHS 2020 - 2021 Course Catalog
Concert/Beginning Choir is a place for students to learn how to sing, read music and just have fun. Choir concerts are 4-5x/year.
For a calendar of all performances, please see the Music Department Calendar.
CONCERT CHOIR Grade Level: 9-12 Course Length: 1 year Prerequisite: None Graduation: Fulfills Fine Arts Requirement College Prep: Fulfills CSU/UC Visual/Performing Arts “F” requirement with a grade of “C” or better
Concert Choir is an open course offered to students who are interested in beginning singing. This course is designed to increase the vocal skills and performance levels of each student. Students will develop a working knowledge of beginning singing techniques, music theory and music history, and be introduced to the ability to independently rehearse, evaluate and refine and perform their stage performance skills. Students will sing a wide range of literature from various periods such as European Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic as well as a variety of American genres. i.e. Spirituals, Jazz, Folk and Pop. From the study of these various styles, students will attain enhanced awareness of the history and events surrounding the development of choral literature. Students are required to participate in performances outside the regular school day throughout the academic year. Daily time commitment: ~30 minutes per day, 5 days per week, plus additional time for test preparation.
Click here to for the full DHS 2020 - 2021 Course Catalog
Concert/Beginning Choir is a place for students to learn how to sing, read music and just have fun. Choir concerts are 4-5x/year.
For a calendar of all performances, please see the Music Department Calendar.
News:
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Events:
Choir Attire
Concert Choir must provide their own solid black uniform, including black closed toed shoes, and black socks if feet/ankles are showing.