Music Courses at Revere High School
Music Technology
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
A course that offers training in technology assisted musical composition; this involves reading, writing and playing through the computer. Keyboard lessons and music software studies will be included. Students will also investigate components of sound engineering and the recording industry. Individual and group compositions will be recorded and critiqued. Opportunity will exist for outside partnerships or internships with music schools, CP 1s and companies. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Intro to Guitar
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
Guitar is one of the most popular and versatile musical instruments in the world. This course is designed to give students the basic musical skills and knowledge needed to start playing rock guitar, blues guitar, folk guitar, jazz guitar, classical guitar, or any other style of guitar playing. No previous musical experience is necessary, but students must provide their own guitar for this course. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Intro to Piano/Keyboard
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This course is designed to give students the basic musical skills and knowledge needed to play piano. Students will learn keyboard fundamentals step-by-step and gain basic knowledge of a variety of topics including music rotation, music theory, piano composition, piano improvisation, and performance skills. Students will learn to play many different styles of music from Pop and Rock to Classical. No previous musical experience is necessary. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Chorus
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
In this class, students will learn the art of singing in a large ensemble. Daily warm-ups, lessons, and song rehearsals will prepare the students for multiple school and community performances throughout the year. No musical experience required.
Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Intro to Voice
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class will teach students the art of singing solo and in a small ensemble. Proper technique and standard repertoire will be covered for a variety of musical styles ranging from Classical to pop. The fundamentals of musicianship will be covered, as well as a look at the history of famous singers and songs. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Advanced Music
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class is for students who have already completed at least one high-school level music course (or have special permission from the instructor) and are considering a career in music. Music theory and performance will be covered at a pace and depth that will prepare students for CP 1-level music study. Pre-requisite: A grade of an A or B in one of the other high school music courses. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Musical Theater
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class will teach students the art of singing Broadway show tunes as well as acting out scenes from popular works. Proper technique and standard repertoire will be covered from a variety of Broadway styles. The fundamentals of musicianship and performance will be covered, as well as a look at several famous Broadway works and artists. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Independent Study - Music
1 quarter .5 credit CP 1 Level
In this class students will focus on specific individual musical goals. This course requires prior approval by a music teacher and the humanities director. Teacher: Mr. Waugh OR Ms. Brennan
COMING NEXT YEAR:
Evolution of Music
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
In this general music class, students will develop an understanding of Western music as it impacts ans is impacted by society. Students will study and trace the origins of their favorite styles of music and musical artists, s well as the music that represents their heritage. We will also look at music as it influences society and the media. Emphasis is given to techniques of perspective listening as we analyze music heard in concert, motion pictures, radio and television. No musical experience necessary. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
We encourage all students that are interested in music to take our courses! This information can also be found on the RHS website under "Programs of Study".
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
A course that offers training in technology assisted musical composition; this involves reading, writing and playing through the computer. Keyboard lessons and music software studies will be included. Students will also investigate components of sound engineering and the recording industry. Individual and group compositions will be recorded and critiqued. Opportunity will exist for outside partnerships or internships with music schools, CP 1s and companies. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Intro to Guitar
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
Guitar is one of the most popular and versatile musical instruments in the world. This course is designed to give students the basic musical skills and knowledge needed to start playing rock guitar, blues guitar, folk guitar, jazz guitar, classical guitar, or any other style of guitar playing. No previous musical experience is necessary, but students must provide their own guitar for this course. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Intro to Piano/Keyboard
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This course is designed to give students the basic musical skills and knowledge needed to play piano. Students will learn keyboard fundamentals step-by-step and gain basic knowledge of a variety of topics including music rotation, music theory, piano composition, piano improvisation, and performance skills. Students will learn to play many different styles of music from Pop and Rock to Classical. No previous musical experience is necessary. Teacher: Mr. Waugh
Chorus
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
In this class, students will learn the art of singing in a large ensemble. Daily warm-ups, lessons, and song rehearsals will prepare the students for multiple school and community performances throughout the year. No musical experience required.
Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Intro to Voice
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class will teach students the art of singing solo and in a small ensemble. Proper technique and standard repertoire will be covered for a variety of musical styles ranging from Classical to pop. The fundamentals of musicianship will be covered, as well as a look at the history of famous singers and songs. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Advanced Music
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class is for students who have already completed at least one high-school level music course (or have special permission from the instructor) and are considering a career in music. Music theory and performance will be covered at a pace and depth that will prepare students for CP 1-level music study. Pre-requisite: A grade of an A or B in one of the other high school music courses. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Musical Theater
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
This class will teach students the art of singing Broadway show tunes as well as acting out scenes from popular works. Proper technique and standard repertoire will be covered from a variety of Broadway styles. The fundamentals of musicianship and performance will be covered, as well as a look at several famous Broadway works and artists. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
Independent Study - Music
1 quarter .5 credit CP 1 Level
In this class students will focus on specific individual musical goals. This course requires prior approval by a music teacher and the humanities director. Teacher: Mr. Waugh OR Ms. Brennan
COMING NEXT YEAR:
Evolution of Music
2 quarters 1 credit CP 1 Level
In this general music class, students will develop an understanding of Western music as it impacts ans is impacted by society. Students will study and trace the origins of their favorite styles of music and musical artists, s well as the music that represents their heritage. We will also look at music as it influences society and the media. Emphasis is given to techniques of perspective listening as we analyze music heard in concert, motion pictures, radio and television. No musical experience necessary. Teacher: Ms. Brennan
We encourage all students that are interested in music to take our courses! This information can also be found on the RHS website under "Programs of Study".