Prerequisite:  Beginning Dance or successful audition.  Dance classes are on a skill level basis.  Dance/P.E. attire is required.  This course is outside of the timetable and requires some flexibility with rehearsals and performances. This course is designed for students with previous dance training.  This course concentrates on: Jazz, lyrical, modern,… Read more

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No previous dance training is necessary. Students in grades 9 – 12 will work together in this class. Dance/P.E. attire is required.  This course is outside of the timetable and requires some flexibility with rehearsals and performances. This course will focus on: Introduction to various styles of dance including jazz,… Read more

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Prerequisite: Registration in Concert Choir as well as approval of the director. This performance group is for experienced singers looking to take their work to the next level and work in a more independent setting.  Much of the repertoire will be selected with the director and students will work in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Registration in Concert Choir as well as approval of the director. This performance group is for experienced singers looking to take their work to the next level and work in a more independent setting.  Much of the repertoire will be selected with the director and students will work in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of a band program in the previous year or admission through audition Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students study the basic elements of music and its history through performance and discussion of a variety of… Read more

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of band in the previous year or admission through audition. Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition and mastery of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. The study of the elements of music and its history and literature through performance and discussion are also… Read more

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of band in the previous year or admission through audition. Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition and mastery of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. The study of the elements of music and its history and literature through performance and discussion are also… Read more

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of a band program in the previous year or admission through audition Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students study the basic elements of music and its history through performance and discussion of a variety of… Read more

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This is a course for students to develop their acting tools: voice, movement, concentration, interpretation, critical thinking, research, characterization, memorization, writing, improvisations, directing and staging.  The conventions and history of the stage from ancient Greek theatre to Elizabethan Drama provide a framework for this course which then examines the themes… Read more

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Theatre Performance 12 is similar to its prerequisite at the grade 11 level.  While students from both grades work together in the same classroom, there is an expectation that grade 12 students will, on occasion, work as directors and provide leadership to the less experienced members of the class. Students… Read more

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Movement, improvisation, mime, interpretation of music, role-play, video work, script writing and analysis, and character development are some of the topics student will experience. Much of this work will require group work, so students must be prepared to work cooperatively.

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Go beyond basic class videos and start making films that include multiple cameras, green screens and other special effects.  Targeted skills include script writing, acting, directing, cinematography, and post production sound and editing. Students will have the opportunity to produce films that are part of school news and events as… Read more

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Film Studies Promo Video There is perhaps no better medium than film for its ability to engage an audience in lives, worlds and realities that are far from their own. Great film is an escape, a pause from the everyday that enables us to connect with stories.  With great films… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in Band 9 or Band 10 or the permission of the instructor Jazz band is offered as an enrichment to the other Band courses. Students will be introduced to various music styles associated with Jazz and World music genres as well as to concepts of improvisation appropriate in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in Band 11 or Band 12 or the permission of the instructor. Jazz Band is offered as an enrichment to the other Band courses. Students will be introduced to various music styles associated with Jazz and World music genres as well as to concepts of improvisation appropriate in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in Band 11 or Band 12 or the permission of the instructor. Jazz Band is offered as an enrichment to the other Band courses. Students will be introduced to various music styles associated with Jazz and World music genres as well as to concepts of improvisation appropriate in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in Band 9 or Band 10 or the permission of the instructor Jazz band is offered as an enrichment to the other Band courses. Students will be introduced to various music styles associated with Jazz and World music genres as well as to concepts of improvisation appropriate in… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in any other Senior music course at Reynolds including Strings and Choir and the recommendation of the instructor. Music Composition 11 and 12 are offered as enrichment courses for students enrolled in other Senior Music courses. Students will study composition through performance in a small ensemble, Jazz Combo,… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in any other Senior music course at Reynolds including Strings and Choir and the recommendation of the instructor. Music Composition 11 and 12 are offered as enrichment courses for students enrolled in other Senior Music courses. Students will study composition through performance in a small ensemble, Jazz Combo,… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in any other music course Music Composition 9 and 10 are offered as enrichment courses for students enrolled in the other Band courses. Students will study composition through performance in a small ensemble, Jazz Combo format. The primary focus of these courses is improvisation and the creation of… Read more

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Prerequisite: Enrolment in any other Senior Instrumental music course at Reynolds including Strings and the recommendation of the instructor Students enrolled in this course participate in the musical theatre productions. Enrollment is based on the needs of the production yearly. Auditions and formation of the ensemble will occur in mid-October…. Read more

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Every year Reynolds Theatre performs a musical for parents and the surrounding community. Past performances include Music Man, Grease, and Guys and Dolls.  Students are not required to have any formal singing or dancing experience to participate in this course, but they must be willing to do both.  Rehearsals occur… Read more

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Prerequisite: Strings 7 and/or Strings 8 or private instruction on an orchestral instrument This course performs as part of Reynolds Music Program as well as part of the larger School District 61 Festival Orchestra with students from other high schools in the district. Rehearsal times are held outside of regular… Read more

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Prerequisite: Strings 7 and/or Strings 8 or private instruction on an orchestral instrument This course performs as part of Reynolds Music Program as well as part of the larger School District 61 Festival Orchestra with students from other high schools in the district. Rehearsal times are held outside of regular… Read more

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Prerequisite: Strings 7 and/or Strings 8 or private instruction on an orchestral instrument This course performs as part of Reynolds Music Program as well as part of the larger School District 61 Festival Orchestra with students from other high schools in the district. Rehearsal times are held outside of regular… Read more

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Prerequisite: Strings 7 and/or Strings 8 or private instruction on an orchestral instrument This course performs as part of Reynolds Music Program as well as part of the larger School District 61 Festival Orchestra with students from other high schools in the district. Rehearsal times are held outside of regular… Read more

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Senior Studio Arts is the opportunity for students to refine their artistic skills from a variety of different styles. Students will be given the chance to start to explore their own artistic ideas through a variety of different mediums and materials such as working with large canvases, making pottery on… Read more

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This course offers credit within the theatre framework.  Set design and construction, stage management, makeup, lighting, front of house management, and costume management are all part of what goes on behind the scenes in a production.  Students will complete this course outside the timetable by working on one or more… Read more

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This foundation course introduces you to the art program at Reynolds.  Explore 2D and 3D projects while becoming familiar with various mediums including pottery, painting, drawing, mixed media and printmaking.  Discover the elements and principles of design, learn ways to develop ideas and personal expression and explore contemporary and historic… Read more

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