Music Department Courses

In this course students will learn to play a standard band instrument in a group setting, with particular attention to intonation, balance, expression and musicality. Students will perform a variety of music in many settings, including concerts, school events, and local churches.

In this course students will learn to read and sing music in a group setting, with particular attention to intonation, balance, expression, and musicality. Students will perform a variety of music in different settings, including concerts, school events, and local churches.

Handbells I is an introductory course in ringing handbells. Students will be introduced to proper ringing techniques and learn basic musical skills and terminology. Students will be expected to perform simple to intermediate Handbell repertoire with accuracy and musicality. This is a performance course, so emphasis will be placed on preparing music to be performed at local churches, concerts and other events.

Handbells II is an advanced course in ringing handbells. Students will learn advanced ringing skills and be expected to perform intermediate to advanced Handbell repertoire with a high level of accuracy and musicality. This is a performance course, so emphasis will be placed on preparing music to be performed at local churches, concerts and other events.