Updated 12/2024
Orchestra
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2692 Orchestra 9 (Sinfonietta)
Credits: 10 + 10 (S1 + S2)
Prerequisites: Previous experience in Orchestra
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9
Orchestra 9 is the entry-level course offering for all 9th grade orchestra students. There is no audition required for this ensemble. Orchestra 9 will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of 9th grade string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. At FRHS: Orchestra 9 (Sinfonietta) performs at various events throughout the year that will require time outside the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for both semesters of this course.
2865 Concert Orchestra
Credits: 10 + 10 (S1 + S2)
Prerequisites: Audition or placement by Orchestra Director
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
This course is designed for intermediate string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through contemporary and popular styles. Concert Orchestra will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of intermediate string players in grades 9-12. At FRHS: Concert Orchestra will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of intermediate string players wishing to participate in the Orchestra program who may have not yet demonstrated the musical proficiency required for Symphony Orchestra. Techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. Concert Orchestra performs at various events throughout the year that will require time outside of the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for both semesters of this course.
2860 Symphony Orchestra
Credits: 20 (S1 & S2)
Prerequisites: Audition or placement by Orchestra Director
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 10, 11 & 12
This course is designed for advanced string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through contemporary and popular styles. The group performs both as a string ensemble and as a symphony orchestra by combining winds, brass and percussion from advanced band. At FRHS: Symphony Orchestra is designed to meet the needs of advanced string players and will be composed predominantly of juniors and seniors. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. Orchestras perform within the school, community, and at state-level events that may require time outside the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Collaboration with other top musical ensembles at Fossil Ridge may be possible and are part of the overall Symphony Orchestra experience. Students will sign up for both semesters of this course.
Credits: 10 + 10 (S1 + S2)
Prerequisites: Previous experience in Orchestra
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9
Orchestra 9 is the entry-level course offering for all 9th grade orchestra students. There is no audition required for this ensemble. Orchestra 9 will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of 9th grade string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. At FRHS: Orchestra 9 (Sinfonietta) performs at various events throughout the year that will require time outside the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for both semesters of this course.
2865 Concert Orchestra
Credits: 10 + 10 (S1 + S2)
Prerequisites: Audition or placement by Orchestra Director
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
This course is designed for intermediate string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through contemporary and popular styles. Concert Orchestra will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of intermediate string players in grades 9-12. At FRHS: Concert Orchestra will perform as a string ensemble only and is designed to meet the needs of intermediate string players wishing to participate in the Orchestra program who may have not yet demonstrated the musical proficiency required for Symphony Orchestra. Techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. Concert Orchestra performs at various events throughout the year that will require time outside of the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for both semesters of this course.
2860 Symphony Orchestra
Credits: 20 (S1 & S2)
Prerequisites: Audition or placement by Orchestra Director
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 10, 11 & 12
This course is designed for advanced string players. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through contemporary and popular styles. The group performs both as a string ensemble and as a symphony orchestra by combining winds, brass and percussion from advanced band. At FRHS: Symphony Orchestra is designed to meet the needs of advanced string players and will be composed predominantly of juniors and seniors. Advanced techniques of bowing, fingering, and tone production are pursued through the study of music ranging from Early Baroque through Contemporary and popular styles. Orchestras perform within the school, community, and at state-level events that may require time outside the school day. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Collaboration with other top musical ensembles at Fossil Ridge may be possible and are part of the overall Symphony Orchestra experience. Students will sign up for both semesters of this course.