Music
University of Toronto Schools Music courses provide a breadth
of experiences geared to the beginner through advanced player
including: performance, informed listening, collaboration,
improvisation, composition, music technology, arranging, theory,
and historical and cultural research (including the study of
classical music, world music, jazz and popular music). Computer
technology is used for research and as a creative tool for
arranging and composition projects. Through these activities the
physical, intellectual, emotional and social aspects of the
complete musical experience are developed.
Music is compulsory for the first two years at UTS, with students
choosing to play an instrument from the string or wind/percussion program.
In the senior years, students are encouraged to make a significant
contribution both to UTS and the community as a whole. The Music Department,
OISE/UT and the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto, continue to develop
partnerships to further enrich the Music Program.
FACULTY
Mrs. Judy Kay, B.A. Mus., B.Ed. / (Subject Coordinator)
Mr. Ron Royer, B. Mus.,
B.Ed., M.Mus.
Mr. Claudio Engli, B. Mus., M.Mus., B.Ed.
Ms Sarah Shugarman, B.F.A., B.Ed.
Foundation I
AMI F1 (Winds) or AMS F1 (Strings)
Pre-requisite: None
Please note: accommodation is made for beginning to advanced level wind
and string students. The Foundation I music course consists of the
following: The nature of music; basic rudiments; elements of music;
beginning or appropriate technique on a string or wind instrument; basic
listening repertoire; performance analysis; introduction to rhythmic and
melodic improvisation and composition; large and small ensembles; overview
of the history of music; computers and music.
Course Fee: $20 for method book and materials, available from the
teacher. Reed players will need to purchase reeds as required. It is highly
recommended that students purchase a mouthpiece (winds) or shoulder rest
(violin, viola) which may be ordered through the course instructor.
Information regarding instrument rental or purchase will be made available
in September.
Foundation II
AMI FII (Winds) or AMS FII (Strings)
Pre-requisite: None
Recommended Preparation: FI Music or test and audition
The Foundation II music course consists of the following: continued
technical development on the selected instrument; intermediate materials of
music; melodic composition; performance in large and small ensembles using
increasingly challenging transcriptions of standard repertoire; study of
film music; recital production; instrument building; interdisciplinary
creative study of myths and music (with English, Drama and Art).
Course Fee: $40 for method book (available from the teacher), Mythical
Music workshops and materials and “The Hollywood Sound” field trip. Reed
players will need to purchase reeds as required. Information regarding
instrument rental/purchase will be made available in September.
Middle III
AMI 1OE (Winds) or AMS 1OE (Strings)
Pre-requisite: None
Recommended Preparation: AMI FII/AMS FII or test and audition
The Middle III course involves the following: continued instrumental
technique development at individual rates of progress; performance in large
and small ensembles, using intermediate repertoire; beginning harmony and
transposition; introduction to arranging and composition for ensembles;
independent projects of the students’ own choice. There is a special
concentration on the evolution and performance of Popular, World and
Classical music.
Course Fee: $40 for materials and three World Music workshops. Reed
players will need to purchase reeds as required.
Middle IV
AMI 2OE (Winds) or AMS 2OE (Strings)
Pre-requisite: None
Recommended Preparation: AMI / AMS 1OE or test and audition.
At the M4 level, students should be actively involved in school
instrumental or vocal ensembles, as an important supplement to classroom
work. The course involves the following: individual development of more
advanced technique; stylistic comparison of Western Art Music from the
Middle Ages to the 21st Century; basics of conducting technique; chamber
group performances; individual projects in performance, composition and
research. There is a special concentration on the study and performance of
Jazz, Canadian and 20th century music.
Course Fee: $30 for materials and guest artists/ workshops. Reed players
will need to purchase reeds as required.
Senior V
AMU 3ME - Music
Pre-requisite: AMI 1OE or AMS 1OE; AMI 2OE or AMS 2OE
The Senior V Music course is an advanced level study that emphasizes the
appreciation, analysis, creation and performance of selected genres, periods
and styles of music. Students will explore the evolution of Western Music
through an historical and theoretical analysis that focuses on major
compositional trends and important composers of the time and the social and
political forces that affected them. In addition to individual pursuit of
advanced technical and expressive levels of performance, students are
expected to demonstrate responsible membership in a major school ensemble.
In order to facilitate a better understanding of all aspects of
music-making, students will also begin the study of the complexities of
Concert Management.
Course Fee: $25 for materials, and guest artists/workshops.
Senior VI
AMU 4ME - Music
Pre-requisite: AMU 3ME
This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis and performance of
music from the classical and romantic periods, and the twentieth century,
including art music, jazz, popular music, Canadian and non-
Western Music. Continued development of technique and interpretive skills
will be demonstrated in both large and small ensemble performances. In
addition, students are required to fulfill an important leadership role
within one major performing ensemble, as well as mentoring a younger
student. Concert Management is also an integral component of the SVI music
course.
Course Fee: $25 for materials and guest artists/workshops.
