Band I-IV/Mariachi Band I-IV
Credit: 1 to 4
Prerequisite: Director's approval and audition
Students will be placed in a performing ensemble based on developed
skills, ability and the instrumental needs of the various ensembles.
Participation in performances and practices both during school hours and
after school hours is required as part of the grade for the class.
Students enrolling in any band class are hereby advised that failure
grade. Credit for physical education is granted only if the student
actively participates in marching activities. Failure to participate in
marching activities may result in noncompliance toward the P.E. credits
required for graduation.
Music History and Literature
Credit: 1/2 to 1
Music History and Literature is a course for students with little or no
musical background. Included in the course is basic music theory and
composition, an overview of music history, instruments and how the
produce sound, and music as entertainment through the ages. Listening to
different styles and musical settings is an integral part of the
course. The course is designed as a forerunner to a college level music
appreciation course.
Art I
Credit: 1/2 to 1
Students in
this course will develop an awareness and sensitivity to natural and
man-made environments. they will apply inventive and imaginative
expression through art material and tools while seeking an understanding
and appreciation of self and others through art cultural and heritage. (Requiered)
Art II Drawing/Painting
Credit: 1/2 to 1
Prerequisite: Art 1
This course provides students with two and three-dimensional design
experiences and opportunities to apply these principles in inpidual
artistic expressions. Drawing from observation and developing technical
competency are emphasized. Periodic class critiques and the maintenance
of a sketchbook and portfolio are required. Topics covered include but
are not limited to portraiture, 2D Design, mixed media, and painting.
Art III
Credit: 1/2 to 1
Prerequisite: Art 1 & Art II
In this course you will become proficient in a variety of media by
creating artworks that are about personal and artistic concepts of
interest to you. In this process you will become more visually
articulate, more verbally articulate and more proficient at writing
about artistic issues. By the end of the year you will have a portfolio
of a variety of works that could be used for an A.P. Studio Exam, a
college admissions portfolio.
Ap Art: Two-Dimensional Design
Credit: 1/2 to 1
Prerequisite: successful completion of Art 1 & Art II
Pre-Ap 2D Design is an advanced are course. A strong emphasis will be
placed on in-depth study of advanced drawing skills in a variety of
media. Students will gain experience in drawing, painting,
two-dimensional design, and graphic design. Art history will be
incorporated with most projects to give students a base of aesthetic
knowledge on which to create their own art work. Students will develop a
working portfolio. In addition, they will be participating in subject
related reading and writing activities outside of the regular classroom
work.
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David Cardona
Teachers of the Fine Arts Department: |
Band:
David Cardona
Jaime Flores
Raul Garate
Juan Ramirez
Arturo Hinojosa
Generoso Lopez
Ada Brandt
Art:
Nereida Garcia
Gloria Hernandez
Mariachi:

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Classes:
Art I
Art II
Art III (Art Club)
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Classes:
Art I
Art II
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