KITSILANO SECONDARY MUSIC

Music is all around us, and yet we rarely take the time to really listen and participate in the process of creating music. Making music has been shown to improve concentration skills, fine motor control, and reduce stress levels. In Kitsilano Music Classes, students will learn how to decode the language of music, perform with confidence, and work as a team towards musical expression.

MUSIC 8

MMU--08

This course is taught in a 3-way rotation with art and drama. We will experience the joys of ensemble music making through participation in Choir and Band. You will learn how to use your voice properly, as well as play clarinet, tenor saxophone, trumpet or trombone.

 

 

CHOIR 9-12

MMU--09CHO / MMCC-10 / MCMCC11 / MCMCC12

Our voice is our main conduit of communication to the world. In Choir we will explore both individual vocal and group vocal skills. There will be solo opportunities for those needing a challenge, as well as groups catering to those who might be shy. Together we will increase our ability for musical expression through singing pieces from many different genres.

BAND at Kits

BAND 9 – MMU--09BA4 | BAND 10 – MMUCB10--4 | BAND 11 – MIMCB11—4 | BAND 12 - MIMCB12--4

Learning an instrument can open up a whole new world of experiences as well as enhance your fine motor and concentration skills. Studying a musical instrument has also been known to reduce stress levels and increase social skills.

All abilities are welcome; students will be placed in the appropriate level by the instructor, taking age and musical development into consideration.

Beginner Band

 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Instruments are selected with the help of the instructor. Students will learn how to read music, how to practice, and how to properly prepare for a confident performance.

Intermediate Band*

One or more years of musical experience. Students will gain the necessary skills for life-long music making, including how to practice efficiently and how to sight-read music. Students are expected to know how to read notation in this class.

 

Concert Band**

For advanced students who enjoy working at a fast pace. Students in this ensemble should read music fluently and practice efficiently. In this class we will move through many different pieces in order to explore the beauty, power, and joy of ensemble music making.

 

*Grade 9 students will be enrolled in BEGINNER Band 9. Those students wishing to be in an advanced band must arrange for an interview. Please email plo@vsb.bc.ca for details.

**Senior students starting an instrument may be enrolled in the senior ensembles after approval from the instructor. Please email plo@vsb.bc.ca for details.

JAZZ BAND 9-12

Jazz Band 10 - MMUJB10 / Jazz Band 11 - MIMJB11 / Jazz Band 12 - MIMJB12

Jazz Band is an Off-Timetable Course. Tuesday and Thursday 7:30-8:35, Every other Friday afternoon.

Students in Jazz Band will learn to play traditional and contemporary styles, including Rock (Funk and Fusion), Jazz (Ballad, Shuffle, Swing, and Waltz), and Latin (Afro-Cuban, Bossa Nova, Salsa, Samba). For students with more than one year of experience on trumpet/trombone/ saxophone, and 2+ years on piano/bass/guitar/drumset

*Students in Jazz band are required to be in a large ensemble such as Choir or Band. Please see Ms. Lo for details or exceptions. Grade 9 students wishing to be in Jazz band, please sign up for Jazz 10.

GUITAR

MMUGT10 / MIMG-11 / MIMG-12

 

For all levels of guitar players.
Through an independent, project-based format, we will learn how to play chords, read a lead sheet and how to get around the fretboard. Advanced students will be introduced amplification and chord extensions. Song writing will also be explored. Please note that we will be working mainly on acoustic guitars.