Development of fundamental keyboard skills as well as basic reading and music theory fundamentals. Introduction to basic playing techniques. Emphasizes awareness of musical notation, rhythm and rhythmic patterns, tonal patterns and keyboard skills.

A full year course designed to provide an atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation and performance of all types of choral music. The instruction and improvement of voice quality, intonation, ability to read music, ability to sight-sing, and the overall development of musicianship is stressed in conjunction with the learning of each piece of music. The chorus performs at evening concerts and other special events. Attendance at these performances are a course requirement. Chorus members receive individualized instruction in addition to regular rehearsals. The Pinnacle Charter School's music curriculum and instruction are aligned to the State's Content Standards.

Course Objective: After the completion of Chorus, all students will have had instruction, practice and performance utilizing all of the elements of study outlined in the course description. The successful completion of all the activities will provide the student with a detailed view of the foundations of performance and study in choral singing.

A full year course designed to provide an atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation and performance of all types of choral music. The instruction and improvement of voice quality, intonation, ability to read music, ability to sight-sing, and the overall development of musicianship is stressed in conjunction with the learning of each piece of music. The chorus performs at evening concerts and other special events. Attendance at these performances are a course requirement. Chorus members receive individualized instruction in addition to regular rehearsals. The Pinnacle Charter School's music curriculum and instruction are aligned to the State's Content Standards.

Course Objective: After the completion of Chorus, all students will have had instruction, practice and performance utilizing all of the elements of study outlined in the course description. The successful completion of all the activities will provide the student with a detailed view of the foundations of performance and study in choral singing.

A full year course designed to provide an atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation and performance of all types of choral music. The instruction and improvement of voice quality, intonation, ability to read music, ability to sight-sing, and the overall development of musicianship is stressed in conjunction with the learning of each piece of music. The chorus performs at evening concerts and other special events. Attendance at these performances are a course requirement. Chorus members receive individualized instruction in addition to regular rehearsals. The Pinnacle Charter School's music curriculum and instruction are aligned to the State's Content Standards.

Course Objective: After the completion of Chorus, all students will have had instruction, practice and performance utilizing all of the elements of study outlined in the course description. The successful completion of all the activities will provide the student with a detailed view of the foundations of performance and study in choral singing.

A full year course designed to provide an atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation and performance of all types of choral music. The instruction and improvement of voice quality, intonation, ability to read music, ability to sight-sing, and the overall development of musicianship is stressed in conjunction with the learning of each piece of music. The chorus performs at evening concerts and other special events. Attendance at these performances are a course requirement. Chorus members receive individualized instruction in addition to regular rehearsals. The Pinnacle Charter School's music curriculum and instruction are aligned to the State's Content Standards.

Course Objective: After the completion of Chorus, all students will have had instruction, practice and performance utilizing all of the elements of study outlined in the course description. The successful completion of all the activities will provide the student with a detailed view of the foundations of performance and study in choral singing.

Yearbook is journalistic in nature and allows students to participate in the production of the school yearbook. Students in this course are required to learn layout design; write and fit copy, captions, and headlines; sell advertisements; learn basic photography skills; and should be proficient on a computer. Individual responsibility is essential toward completion of assignments for deadlines. Students will also have the opportunity to accept leadership positions and develop new skills as they build the yearbook. To register for this course, students must sign up for both first and second semesters.

Pinnacle High School
Jessica Graf