2026-2027 TSD Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 37
Treble Choir (006113)
Grades 9-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Treble choir is designed for female voices only. In this course, students gain musical understanding through the performance of music
from a variety of cultures, languages, historical periods, and styles appropriate for female voices. Students learn and apply skills,
including tone production, breath management, vocal technique, and stage presence. Students learn and apply ensemble skills; such as
listening, blending, and balancing. Students demonstrate their understanding of basic music theory by learning and applying basic
sight-reading skills. Students prepare for and perform in at least 3 concerts per year and some school activities. Understand that, as a
member of a performance-based ensemble, a large portion of the grade will be based on attendance and daily class rehearsals, extra
rehearsals, and concerts.
Concert Choir (006103)
Grades 9-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Previous choral experience or audition with instructor. Concert Choir is a year-long course that builds on the skills developed and
experienced gained in Treble Choir, Mixed Choir, and Middle School Choir. Students continue to gain further musical understanding
through the performance of music from a variety of cultures, languages, historical periods, and styles. Students refine and expand
skills that improve vocal quality, such as tone production, breath management, vocal technique, and stage presence. Students continue
to develop ensemble skills, such as listening, blending, and balancing. Students prepare for and perform in different settings; such as
concerts, school activities, and community events. Understand that, as a member of a performance-based ensemble, a large portion of
the grade will be based on attendance at daily class rehearsals, extra rehearsals, and concerts.
Mixed Chorus (006123)
Grades 9-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Mixed Choir is an ensemble for students wishing to gain some choral experience and those wishing to build on previous middle or
high school choral experience. This course teaches and expands on music and singing skills such as tone production, breath
management, vocal technique, and stage presence. Students will gain further musical understanding through the performance of choral
repertoire. Understand that, as a member of a performance-based ensemble, a large portion of your grade will be based on your
attendance at daily class rehearsals, extra rehearsals, and concerts.
Madrigal Singers (006133)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Audition with instructor. This course is designed for the serious choral student interested in the performance of fine choral literature
from the Renaissance to the present, specifically prepared for a small ensemble setting. Advanced musicianship, vocal training, and
principles of performance will be the center of concentration. Three to five concerts are required of students plus festival participation
and selected experiences. Understand that, as a member of a performance-based ensemble, a large portion of your grade will be based
on your attendance at daily class rehearsals, extra rehearsals, and concerts.
Chorus/Choir Accompanist (006132)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
Audition with instructor. This is an opportunity for student(s) proficient in piano to accompany chorus or choir rehearsals and
performances. It is a great way to build piano accompaniment ability. Accompanists need not be a chorus or choir member or
have previous choral experience. Time will be given for individual practice during class.
