2026-2027 TSD Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 35
Music
Music Theory (106553/206553)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 credit
This course satisfies 1 credit of math related graduation requirement. Prerequisite: previous music
experience/participation/study. Music Theory focuses on the building blocks of music. Elements of pitch, rhythm, musical form, and
design are studied at length. The development of a student’s ability to recognize, understand, and describe the materials and processes
of music presented in a score are achieved through aural, analytical, and compositional exercises. Building on this foundation, the
course progresses to include more creative tasks, such as creating a well-crafted melody, harmonization of a melody by
selecting appropriate chords, and many more compositional techniques. This course only runs on even-numbered fall years (2026-27,
2028-29, etc.)
Intro to Music Technology and Recording (Held at Troy High) (006501)
Grades 9-12
1 semester .5 credit
In a technology-driven world, this course is designed to give interested students hands-on experience in producing and recording
music. With access to state-of-the-art recording studio gear, students in this class will learn professional recording techniques and
compositional methods while mixing and editing with industry standard software, including ProTools. This course will offer realworld experience and will give students an advantage entering a college-level program, as well as the skills needed to begin pursuing
their own career in recording post high school.
Freshman Orchestra (106083/206083)
Grade 9
Full year 1.0 credit
Previous orchestra experience, or by audition with instructor. This course is for all 9th grade students who play violin, viola, cello,
double bass, or harp. Course study will review basic techniques, prepare students for more advanced techniques and will cover a
variety of literature, Baroque to Contemporary. Ensembles will be formed to supplement the string orchestra experience. When
necessary, students will be required to attend rehearsals before and after school to prepare for festivals, competitions, and concerts.
9th grade students are not eligible for Concert Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra, or Symphony Orchestra.
Concert Orchestra (106073/206073)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 Credit
Previous orchestra experience, or by audition with instructor. This course is open to all students who play violin, viola, cello, double
bass, or harp. Course study will prepare students for more advanced techniques and will cover a variety of literature, from Baroque to
Contemporary. Ensembles will be formed to supplement full or string orchestra experiences. When necessary, students will be
required to attend rehearsals before and after school to prepare for festivals, competitions, and concerts.
Philharmonic Orchestra (106093/206093)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Previous orchestra experience, or by audition with instructor. This course is performance-oriented and open to all students who play
violin, viola, cello, double bass, or harp. Course study will stress interpretation and execution of a variety of literature from Baroque to
Contemporary. Ensembles will be formed to supplement full and string orchestra experiences. When necessary, students will be
required to attend rehearsals before and after school to prepare for festivals, competitions, and concerts.
Symphony Orchestra (106063/206063)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Audition with instructor. This course is performance-oriented and open to all students who play violin, viola, cello, double bass, or
harp. It may be complemented by symphonic band to form a full orchestra. Course study will stress interpretation and execution of a
variety of literature, from Baroque to Contemporary. Ensembles will be formed to supplement full and string orchestra experiences.
When necessary, students will be required to attend rehearsals before and after school to prepare for festivals, competitions, and
concerts.
