MUSIC PROGRAM
Instrumental and Vocal Music
Iona's Music Department is an exciting and dynamic program. Our Instrumental and Vocal Music Program is designed to offer students an appreciation of music through practical skill and creative work. Our courses aim at building musicianship and critical thinking skills through the study of theory, history, and music analysis, technique, composition and performance. Various musical styles and genres are studied ranging from classical to jazz to pop/rock music with an emphasis on popular culture and the impact of music on today’s society.
Rehearsals and performances are an integral part of the program in order to improve the student's musicianship and appreciation for all musical genres. Professional Musicians will also be invited to come in and conduct clinics/master classes on various musical experiences as a performer and audience member through various excursions and out of school performance’s where students will be involved both as performers and audience members.
| PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES |
Students have many opportunities to perform in small and large ensembles as well as be exposed to many different styles of music including jazz, pop, and world music. Our program offers a variety of musical repertoire for our students to play/sing which provides them with a broad educational base. The program offers such opportunities to perform as:
¨ Arts Night
¨ School Liturgy’s
¨ Festivals
¨ Christmas Concert
¨ Battle of the Bands
¨ Music performances abroad
| EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES |
¨ Concert Band
¨ Jazz Band
¨ Choral Ensemble
¨ Jazz Choir
¨ Accompaniment ( dance class/vocal class)
¨ Pop/Rock bands
¨ Small Ensembles (i.e. Guitar Ensembles, Wind Ensembles)
¨ Strings Ensemble
¨ Music Council
Essential skills such as leadership, discipline, focus, creativity, and cooperation are taught through our art form and based in a strong Catholic foundation. We believe that God gives a different gift to each person and through passion, commitment and dedication our program can develop each student’s musical aptitude.
Vocal Intake Requirements
Instrumental Intake Requirements