140 Q	ENTRY LEVEL HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR
Length/Credit	1 year - 1.0 credit; (SHS only: 1 year - 2.0 credits)
Prerequisite:	Previous middle school choral experience or permission from the instructor
Other Info	Fulfills the high school Fine Arts requirement. It may be repeated for credit.
Location:	Interlake, Newport, Robinswood, Sammamish
This course is designed for students beginning their high school choral sequence. It is a performance-based course requiring day and evening performances at school, in the Eastshore League sponsored festivals, and concerts throughout the local community. Students sing a variety of choral literature and styles from around the world in three- and four-part harmony. Daily rehearsals stress correct breathing and singing technique (diction, blend, balance, phrasing, articulation, tone quality). Students work on vocal production, interpretation of musical styles, critical thinking and problem solving. Students develop a sense of pride, responsibility, commitment, and self-confidence as performers.