Encore is a performance-based ensemble in which students are expected to achieve and excel in the performance of choral music. Emphasis in performance along with District and State Choir auditions are part of the required curriculum. Academic eligibility and exemplary behavior is expected from all. Inability to maintain this may result in removal from the class. Prerequisite: Students must audition for this group. Auditions will be held in the spring semester.
Girls Glee
Students will achieve the fundamentals of choral singing. The curriculum will include performance of choral music from all periods including both sacred and secular literature. This course will offer performance opportunities as well as competition opportunities as part of the required curriculum. Academic eligibility and exemplary behavior are expected from all. Inability to maintain this may result in removal from the class. Prerequisite: Students must audition for this group. Auditions will be held in the spring semester.
Music Rep Theatre
Musical Rep Theatre is an exploration of musical theatre through the study and performance of the production of a fall musical — this year it's “The Addams Family" — in partnership with PHS Theatre Teacher Greg Shaw. Students will study the work of actor/singer/dancer and use their gained knowledge to develop as performers.
Piano Lab
Piano Lab is an introduction to piano playing in a lab setting. Students will be introduced to fundamental music reading and music theory. Each player will progress on an individual basis with weekly playing assessments.