Musique

Learning through the arts enables students to rely on imaginative and creative processes. It also promotes open-ended, non-linear thinking, and encourages understanding and feelings mediated through the senses. It requires openness to new ideas, connections, and new ways of seeing - a spirit of inquiry and exploration that leads to independent learning. Our music community at CJS is built on mutual respect and working towards a common goal. 

Harmonie 10S

These courses are a continuation of the programs from previous years and will strive to provide musical opportunities for the students through playing, studying, listening to, and creating music. It is the intent of this program to foster the musical independence of its students through these activities. There will be a number of concerts over the course of the school year. Students will be expected to participate in all of these band functions. 

Harmonie 20S, 30S and 40S 

These courses are a continuation of the programs from previous years and will strive to provide musical opportunities for the students through playing, studying, listening to, and creating music. It is the intent of this program to foster the musical independence of its students through these activities. There will be a number of concerts over the course of the school year. Students will be expected to participate in all of these band functions. 

Ensemble des instruments à vents 11G, 21G, 31G, 41G

This course is designed for students whose interest and/or abilities go beyond the repertoire performed in the 10S, 20S, 30S or 40S band program. Students will be admitted into Wind Ensemble based on instrumentation requirements and by audition. Students may audition in September or be invited to play during the year based on their performance in other band classes. Rehearsals will take place outside of the regular timetable. There will be a number of concerts over the course of the school year and opportunities to showcase their leadership within the CJS music community. Students must be enrolled in Harmonie 10S, 20S, 30S or 40S in order to participate in Wind Ensemble. 

Jazz 10S, 20S, 30S and 40S 

Jazz Ensemble is designed for students whose interest and/or abilities go beyond the performance of concert band repertoire and who wish to perform in a specialized group studying the various styles of jazz music and performance. Students must be enrolled in Harmonie 10S, 20S, 30S or 40S in order to enroll in the Jazz Ensemble. Students may be asked to learn new/different instruments based on the instrumentation needed for this kind of performing group. There will be a number of concerts over the course of the school year. 

Chorale 10S, 20S, 30S and 40S 

The Choral Music course is designed for students who have an interest in learning music through singing. It is not mandatory to have previous singing experience; however, knowledge in music theory and/or music reading skills is beneficial. In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of being a choral musician through the performance of various styles of choral repertoire. There will be a variety of performance opportunities within the school and in the wider community.  

Jazz vocal 20S, 30S and 40S

This full-credit course is designed for students who participate in choir and would like to work in a smaller vocal setting, singing more select styles of vocal repertoire. This ensemble is selected by audition only and will generally be limited to 12-16 spaces. Due to the size and nature of Vocal Jazz Ensemble, students must have a strong sense of musical independence and above average vocal technique. Although not mandatory, it is very beneficial if the students have previous jazz performance experience or are currently involved in the instrumental jazz program. Students are expected to be available for all performances outside of regular school hours. 

Théâtre musical (MT10S/MT20S/MT30S/MT40S)

Prerequisite: None. This course is audition based. Selections will be made at the discretion of Mme Katie Donnelly and M. Jake Enns.  

Audition information for lead roles & Corequisite: Students wishing to take on a lead role must be enrolled in Chorale 10S, 20S, 30S or 40S. 

Special note for grade 9 students: Interested grade 9 students must indicate this course as their fourth (4^th) option on the registration form due to the possibility of the selection process.

Whether it's singing, dancing, acting, or an instrumental strength you carry, the musical has something to offer everyone. Those who are not comfortable with the performance side of the production are invited to take part in the technical side of this course. The musical also engages many students behind the scenes in set construction and design, sound and lighting design and operation, costumes, make-up, and an array of other talents where students can find their niche. Musical Theatre is such a tremendous experience that it often finds several students returning after graduation to volunteer their time. 

Students will: 

• work together on all aspects of producing a dramatic production from popular musical theatre culture. 
• Students interested in acting will learn how to audition for a role, read scripts. 
• Students will learn how to sing in the style of the show for their character. 
• Students interested in the technical side of theatre will be involved in set production, costumes construction, makeup design and application, prop production and management, sound, and lights. 
• Students in the pit band will learn what it means to play for live performers (vamping, taking cues, sound effects versus music, etc.) 

*Depending on the show and the students’ interest there may be opportunities for dancers/tap dancers 

Please Note: Students must be available after school (not every day) and on certain Sundays during the fall and winter term. Once roles and jobs are assigned students will receive a detailed schedule as to when they need to be at rehearsals. Please listen to announcements and sign up during the first week of school. Students can sign up at course registration time but can also join in September.