Music Program
Moderator: Mr.
Michael McNulty -
mcnultym@slshs.org
SLS Rebel Marching Band
For information on the Rebel Marching Band, please
click here.
Instrumental Music
Lessons
This is a class for people who are a bit 'rusty' on their musical
instruments or people who have never played an instrument before.
The class is designed to move at each student's individual speed.
The student earns .5 credits toward the one credit Fine Arts
graduation requirement. The class is open to Keyboard players and
instrumentalist alike. Mention the Instrumental Music Lessons when
you register.
Chorus
The Chorus
class meets during the regular school day for which participants
earn half a credit towards their one credit Fine Arts graduation
requirement. The mixed chorus (boys & girls) enjoys singing all
types of songs old and new. The chorus performs at the Christmas and
Spring Concerts. Mention your interest in the chorus at registration
time.
Music Appreciation
This class looks at the enjoyment of music through the discovery
of its elements, rhythm, melody harmony, and color. The course
includes a discussion of the history of music and the music makers.
Students will learn about the way music has been created from
ancient times to today’s use of electronics and computers in its
creation. Students will appreciate the important role music has in
our lives.
Exploring Music
Technology
This course takes a hands on approach to learning about MIDI,
mixers, microphones, amplifiers, multi track recorders, sequencers,
synthesizers, analog, digital, music on the internet, music sync to
video, and live sound reinforcement. Students will learn the magic
of state of the art music production in our modern world. Students
do not have to play an instrument to take this class.
The Jazz Band
The Jazz Band is an extra curricular activity in which musicians
experiment with the jazz and pop rock styles. The band includes the
electronic keyboard, electric guitar and bass, and drum set.
The band is a great organization and new members are always welcome.
Flute Choir
The Flute Choir is an extra curricular activity in which flute
players come together to play specific literature writing to explore
the range, color and beauty of the flute.
Brass Ensemble
The Brass Ensemble is an extra curricular activity in which
students, who play trumpet, trombone, baritone, french horn,
euphonium, and tuba, come together to explore the vast body of
literature written for this arrangement of instruments.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are offered on all band instruments, keyboard,
guitar, and bass guitar by appointment. Adult students are welcome
to participate as well.
Band Program for
Seventh and Eight Grade Students
The Seton-La Salle 'Rebel' Marching Band has a program to
include 7th and 8th grade students from its feeder schools. The
program welcomes students to participate in the high school band
camp, after school band rehearsals, varsity football game
performances, and the Kennywood Park “Fall Fantasy” parade. It's a
great opportunity to experience marching band. Don't worry if you
haven't ever marched before, we show you how. It's easy and fun!
This opportunity also gives students a chance to experience a bit of
High School life.
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