Fine and Performing Arts

submission of feasible project designs. These letters are highly influential in helping students obtain college acceptance, increased scholarship funding and career opportunities. Students must have a computer that meets the requirements of the SolidWorks program or purchase an Amazon Workspace (an option available through the Marmion Academy IT Department).

About the Marmion CPARC Engineering Program

Marmion CPARC is the “Computational Prototyping And Research Center” located at Marmion Academy. Marmion CPARC is an engineering program for business/education collaboration opportunities. Students must be enrolled in an Applied Engineering Design course AND have a CSWA certification to work on company projects. Marmion CPARC offers students, outside businesses and educational associates a collaborative learning/research atmosphere for tackling real world problems. Students are rewarded with letters of recognition from businesses for any collaborative work performed. Solving these problems affords students an opportunity to see their hard work and dedication in the STEAM fields translate into college/career success. See our website for additional information.

Fine and Performing Arts

Marmion-Rosary Band (7810 - Honors / 7813 - Regular) Full Year Course – All Level Elective Meets 5 days per week 7:00 AM – 7:44 AM Honors and Regular Credits = 1.0 Course Fee: $60.00 for all students, additional $60.00 for Rosary student lessons, $40.00 instrument rental (for those students who need to use school instruments) other fees assessed as incurred* Requirements: 1) Mandatory participation in Music Booster fundraisers. 2) Private lessons with course instructor or pre-approved instructor.

The Marmion Rosary Band is open to students enrolled at Marmion Academy and Rosary High School. It is the “umbrella organization” from which the marching band, wind ensemble and concert band are derived. Student skill levels vary from the beginning level to the advance/college preparatory level. Enrollment in the Marmion Rosary Band includes a weekly private or group lesson for every student. Marmion students will be provided a lesson during the student’s study hall period, and Rosary students will work with the band director to schedule their lesson time. Students in the band program will meet five days a week Monday through Friday. Mondays and Fridays are designated Marmion Rosary Band rehearsals and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays are usually Wind Ensemble (WE) and Concert Band (CB) rehearsal days. Placement in WE and CB is determined by audition, which is usually held in midOctober. All students are expected to play 12 major scales, demonstrate appropriate tone production, articulation and technical dexterity, through the use of assigned etudes and sight-reading excerpts. To receive honors credit for band, students will need to complete 4 additional honors credits. Options include research paper, composition, solo and ensemble performances, and participation in other performance ensembles. More details for the honors credits are outlined in the course syllabus.

Marmion-Rosary Jazz Ensemble (7523) Full Year Course – All Level Elective Meets 2 days per week (Mon/Wed, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM) Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: assessed as incurred * Requirements: 1) Audition required for participation. 2) Must be part of the Marmion-Rosary Band or play requisite instrument. The Marmion-Rosary Jazz Band provides the opportunity to perform and learn about American Jazz Traditions. Jazz

styles to be covered include Blues, Ragtime, Stride, Dixieland, Swing, Bebop, Latin, Fusion, and Afro-Cuban. This band performs four school concerts and participates in area adjudicated jazz festivals. Additionally, the Jazz Band may perform on occasion at feeder schools and/or gala events.

Marmion-Rosary Jazz Combo (7524) Full Year Course – All Level Elective Meets 2 days per week (Tue/Thu, 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM) Must be a member of the Marmion-Rosary Jazz Ensemble Credits = 0.0 Requirements: 1) Audition required for participation. 2) Must be part of the Marmion-Rosary Jazz Band or play requisite instrument. The Marmion-Rosary Jazz Combo provides the opportunity further explore improvisation and spontaneity in performance. A fundamental understanding of harmony, style and the use of melody to form motifs are fundamental and will be further expounded upon in this course. This ensemble performs four school concerts and participates in area adjudicated jazz festivals. Rosary-Marmion Chamber Orchestra (7533) Full Year Course – All Level Elective Meets at Rosary High School on Tuesday/Thursday mornings from 7:00-7:50 AM Transportation Provided Credits = 0.5

This course is open to Rosary and Marmion string players. The combined orchestra meets from 7:00-7:50 AM in the Rosary Music Room. Chamber Orchestra is a performance-based class designed to reinforce the fundamentals of playing and to expand and develop musical skills both as a solo instrumentalist and as a member of the ensemble. The ensemble performs a variety of musical styles to achieve these goals.

This group performs at four departmental concerts, Fine Arts Dinner Theatre, Candlelight Ball, Graduation, and at our feeder schools during the fall and at Christmas time. Participation in IMEA auditions and the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest are strongly encouraged. Members also have the option to be in the pit for the Rosary fall musical. Private lessons outside of school are recommended. Members should have the desire to learn and have fun, possession of own instrument, and previous training on that instrument. Chorus 1 (7610 - Honors / 7613 - Regular) Full Year Course – All Level Elective Meets 3 days per week during I Period Honors and Regular Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $70.00 Entry Fee for the original semester to cover concert uniform Fees such as, field trips, replacing lost or damaged music/materials etc. are assessed as incurred. Participation in Chorus also requires mandatory participation in Music Boosters fundraising. The Marmion Men’s Chorus principle means of instruction is through the study, rehearsal, and performance of the finest musical literature appropriate to the level of the students. The curriculum provides knowledge and understanding of musical forms, styles, western composers representative of each musical period and genre, and music of a variety of cultural influences. Through performance of authentic musical literature, students will gain an appreciation for music’s influence on culture and the contributions of all cultures to the world of music. Over a four-year curriculum, students will enjoy applying a growing knowledge of music theory, aural skills, and vocal technique in a fun collaborative environment that supports a growth mindset through the joy of music.

The Honors Chorus is for students in the Marmion Men’s Chorus who wish to earn honors credit through additional participation and assessments demonstrating the student’s musical aptitude, leadership abilities, and dedication to the art. Students must meet the requirements outlined in the Choral Handbook in order to earn the honors credit.

Chorus 2 Honors (7620) Full Year Course – SO/JR/SR Elective Prerequisite: Students must audition and be accepted into this course ensemble Meets 5 days per week and/or an additional period per week Credits = 1.0 (Honors) Course Fee: Fees such as uniform rental, music, accompanist, awards, field trips etc. are assessed as incurred. Participation in Chorus also requires mandatory participation in Music Boosters fundraisers. Chorus 2 is for the student who wishes to build his musicianship skills further, to improve in vocal technique, and to perform more advanced literature; he will participate in competitions and festivals and take on leadership roles within the Marmion Men’s Chorus. This is the premier singing ensemble of Marmion Academy; students are expected and prepared to sing at certain special occasions and community events. This small ensemble is devoted to performing the finest literature for the Men’s vocal genre and to competing at a superior level. Students participate in a solo and ensemble competition where they will perform a solo suited to his voice in preparation for collegiate ensemble auditions. This is an auditioned group; students must sing a prepared piece, sight read an exercise, and perform tonal skills. Additionally, for students to be accepted within the group, their voice part and schedule must fit. It is recommended that students who wish to join the ensemble agree to take a summer school course in order to create room in one’s schedule for this course.

Music Appreciation (7411 / 7412) One Semester Required Course for all Sophomores Meets 2 days per week for the full year Credits = 0.25

This course is designed to acquaint students with the elements of music and the primary musical periods of traditional Western European classical music, popular music, and World Music. Students will gain an appreciation for music’s influence on culture and the contributions of all cultures to the world of music. The course culminates with a student composition incorporating the elements of music as learned through the study of a diverse assortment of musical literature. The purpose of the class is to promote critical thinking, problem solving, introduce music/technology, promote communication, enhance life-long learning, promote effective citizenship, and educate students in global/ multicultural awareness.

Music Appreciation for the Musician/Performer (7421 / 7422) One Semester Course – Sophomore Elective (in place of Music Appreciation) Prerequisite: Students must audition and be accepted into this course Meets 2 days per week for the full year Credits = 0.25 Requirements: 1) For students in band, chorus, drama productions, or requisite musical background. 2) Must demonstrate basic knowledge of rhythm, pitch, and clef. Musicianship for Musicians/Performers is for the serious music students who may wish to pursue advanced music opportunities at Marmion or college. Building on basic skills, students will expand their knowledge of the elements of music, primary musical periods of traditional Western music, and aural and rhythmic dictation. The study of various music genres will promote critical thinking and problem solving, enhance life-long learning, promote effective citizenship and expose students to the best of Western music traditions. Music History Survey 1/2 (7431 / 7432) One or Two Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Credits = 0.5 per semester course Offered through the Apex On-Line Program Course Fee: $150.00 or $300.00

Music Appreciation is a streamlined course that introduces student to the history, theory, and genres of music, from the most primitive surviving examples, through the classical to the most contemporary in the world at large. The course is offered in a two-semester format: The first semester covers primitive musical forms, classical music, and

American jazz. The second semester presents the rich modern traditions, including: gospel, folk, soul, blues, Latin rhythms, rock and roll, and hip-hop. The course explores the interface of music and social movements and examines how the emergent global society and the Internet is bringing musical forms together in new ways from all around the world.

Music Technology (7711) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during the 1st Semester This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is even. Credits = 0.5

This project-based course is designed for students who are interested in music and/or the music industry. Students need not have previous experience in music to fully participate in this course. Students explore the world of digital music, using software and MIDI controllers to sample, loop, manipulate, and compose one’s own pieces meeting criterion to accelerate his compositional skills in form, texture, language, musicianship. Additionally, students learn business skills and knowledge pertinent to the music industry such as marketing, negotiating contracts, copyright law, management, record producing, and supply and demand. Film Production (7932) Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 1st Semester This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is odd. Credits = 0.5 Course Fee = $50.00

Students participate via projects such as commercials, interviews, documentaries, and short movies, through which students learn the fundamentals of film: storyboarding, capturing sound, lighting, and frame composition and camera motion. Students import their footage into editing software whereupon they learn quality editing techniques and effects such as green screen, overlapping, voiceover and more. Students are assessed on the quality of their work and participation within the group projects.

Advanced Placement Music Theory (7410) Full Year Course - JR/SR Elective Credits = 1.0 Instructor Recommendation/Department Approval/Pretest may be required AP Exam Expected – Current AP Exam Fee Applies This is an advanced one-year course devoted to developing theoretical and analytical musical skills. The curriculum has components of music history, sight singing and ear training, composition, and provides the harmonic and melodic materials necessary for composition and musical analysis.

Art Appreciation (7111 / 7112) One Semester Required Course for all Freshmen Meets 2 days per week Credits = 0.25 Course Fee: $40.00

This course is an introduction to the visual arts including basic drawing and design. Students are introduced to studio projects, supported by historical and contemporary art examples. Art elements and principles are applied and discussed in regard to drawing, printmaking, and beginning ceramics. This course is designed as an introduction to the offerings in the Art Department.

Art Exploration (7263) Full Year Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 2 days per week in the Mixed Period or meets 2 days per week in I Period Credits = 0.50 Course Fee: $60.00

This course is intended for those students with limited time in their schedules, but wish to explore various art forms. Each student may choose 2D exploration including illustration, drawing, painting, rendering, proportion, and perspective; or he may choose 3D exploration in Ceramics.

Art Seminar 2D (7151) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Credits = 0.5 Prerequisites: Art Appreciation; Recommendation of Art Teacher Course Fee: $60.00

This course is for students who have taken Freshman Art Appreciation and who are interested in developing their artistic talents. Topics will include an exploration of 2D or 3D projects. Students must specify which direction they desire so appropriate sections may be assigned.

2D topics may include human figure and portraits, application of contemporary concepts and critiques, drawing, life and formula, still life’s, interior and landscape, advanced drawing, painting, and printmaking. Clay hand-building may be included.

Art Seminar 3D (7162) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Credits = 0.5 Prerequisites: Art Appreciation; Recommendation of Art Teacher Course Fee: $60.00

This course is for students who have taken Freshman Art Appreciation and who are interested in developing their artistic talents. Topics will include an exploration of 2D or 3D projects. Students must specify which direction they desire so appropriate sections may be assigned.

3D topics may include exploration of ceramics (both hand-building and the pottery wheel). Additional topics include class activities that are project-based, giving students an opportunity to practice art fundamentals while learning technical and problem-solving skills. Each student will be engaged in projects using traditional construction methods in the field of sculpture and design with an emphasis on elements and principles of design. Art History 1: Pre-History to Baroque (7121) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 2nd Semester every other year This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is even. Credits = 0.5

This course is a historical survey of the visual arts ranging from Prehistoric to Romanticism. Selected works of painting, sculpture, and architecture are studied in relation to the cultures that produced them. Students are introduced to work of the Prehistoric, ancient Greek and Roman and Medieval periods. Students explore the classical styles of the Renaissance, the innovative styles of the Baroque. Lectures feature images of artwork, excerpts from literature, and relevant connections to current issues and events.

Art History 2: Modern to Contemporary (7122) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 2nd Semester every other year This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is odd. Credits = 0.5

The semester begins with the Rococo style and then examines the large cultural shifts and technological developments of the Age of Enlightenment as it shaped art and culture in the 19th and 20th centuries. Art History is a field and discipline that studies specific time periods and cultures. In this course, students recognize the differences between Modernity, Postmodernity, and what is considered Contemporary art today. Lectures feature images of artwork, excerpts from literature, and relevant connections to current issues and events. Art History Survey (7121) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Credits = 0.5 Offered through the Apex On-Line Program. Course Fee: $150.00

Art History Survey is a survey of the history of Western visual arts, with a primary focus on painting. Students begin with an introduction to the basic principles of painting and learn how to critique and compare works of art. Students then explore prehistoric and early Greek and Roman art before they move on to the Middle Ages. Emphasis is placed on the Renaissance and the principles and masters that emerged in Italy and northern Europe. Students end their art tour with the United States during the 20th century, a time of great innovation as abstract art took center stage. While Western art is the course’s primary focus, students will also be exposed to art of Asia and the Americas. Coverage of each artistic movement highlights historical context and introduces students to key artists that represent a variety of geographic locations. Throughout the course, students apply what they have learned about art critique to analyze and evaluate both individual artists and individual works of art.

Drawing (7131) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 1st Semester every other year This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is odd. Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $60.00

According to Cennino Cennini (14th c.), the activity of drawing is “both the necessary foundation of practice for all and a natural inclination of the talented.” This foundation course introduces fundamental principles, including basic elements of two-dimensional art (line, shape, value, texture and color) and its ingredients (subject, form and content). Drawing from direct observation is emphasized as students learn skills of proportion, perspective and foreshortening. Students work in charcoal and graphite as well as ink and mixed media. Students work from still life, landscapes and imaginative imagery. Students use a sketchbook. Critiques will be held regularly.

Painting (7141) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 1st Semester every other year This course is offered during school years where the first semester year is even. Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $60.00 Painting is an introductory course covering the basic principles and techniques of the painting process. Beginning painting fundamentals includes: value, color theory, mixing paints, mediums and using various surfaces. The instructor helps each student engage strategies for conceptual development by working through individual painting problems and emphasizing personal meaning and relevance to contemporary culture.

Ceramics (7271 / 7272) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective (Offered both 1st and 2nd semesters) Credits = 0.5 Dual Credit Fee Applies Course Fee: $60.00

Students create works of art in clay utilizing the processes of hand building, molds, pottery wheel techniques, slip and glaze techniques, and the kiln-firing process. Additionally, students reflect upon the outcome of classroom experiences, exploring cultural and historical connections. They will journal the process, participate in regular critiques, work individually and in groups, and find direct correlations to other disciplines such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) using the SolidWorks program.

3D Design (7321 / 7322) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective (Offered both 1st and 2nd semesters) Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $75.00

This 3D Design class is designed to expose the student to various processes, techniques and methods related to sculpture and Design. Class activities are project-based giving students an opportunity to practice art fundamentals while learning technical and problem-solving skills. Each student will be engaged in projects using traditional construction methods in the field of sculpture and design with an emphasis on elements and principles of design. Students will be exposed to lecture, individual, and small group projects. To succeed, students must meet the required criteria given for all assignments, be prepared to question and critique their own work as well as the work of other artists, and approach each art process with an open mind and positive attitude. Digital Design (7331) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during 1st Semester Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $40.00

This course is designed to give students an understanding of how to use Photoshop to perform many different imageprocessing techniques. Through project work, students will learn how to use several tools for selecting, retouching images, layers, special filters, painting, digital photography and animation. Students will be encouraged to take the ACA exam (for an additional fee) at the end of the semester.

Web Design (7332) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Meets 5 days per week during the 2nd Semester Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $40.00

Web Design is an introduction to the design, creation, and maintenance of web pages and websites. Students learn how to critically evaluate website quality, learn how to create and maintain quality web pages, learn about web design standards and why they are important, and learn to create and manipulate images. The course progresses from introductory work on web design to a culminating project in which students design and develop websites for personal or business use.

Basic Drawing 1/Dual Credit (7171) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Prerequisite: Instructor Approval Meets 5 days per week during 1st Semester Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $40.00 + $36.00 Dual Credit Fee

This course encompasses drawing of natural and artificial forms as well as interpretive and inventive processes. Line, shape, value, mass, proportions and volume are explored emphasizing the use of black and white media. The course also includes vocabulary development, individual and class critiques and exposure to contemporary and historical drawings. Dual Credit in conjunction with ART 120 at Waubonsee College.

Basic Drawing 2/Dual Credit (7172) One Semester Course – JR/SR Elective Prerequisite: Completion of Basic Drawing 1 and Instructor Approval Meets 5 days per week during 2nd Semester Credits = 0.5 Course Fee: $40.00 + $36.00 Dual Credit Fee

This course is a continuation of Drawing I, with development of skill in representation, interpretation, abstraction and non-objective drawing techniques. Students will explore color theory and application. Emphasis is on the use of charcoal, pastels, colored pencils, ink and collage materials. Course content includes vocabulary development, individual and class critiques and exposure to contemporary and historical drawings. Dual Credit in conjunction with ART 121 at Waubonsee College.

** All Engineering Courses are listed under the Science Department and count as Science credits, but do also count towards fulfilling the Fine Arts requirement.

Leadership

Military Science (JROTC) Program

The JROTC leadership program is designed to promote leadership development through a study of military organization and skills using the JROTC model. Freshmen and sophomores who choose this program remain with their program choice for one full year. The program selection at the beginning of the junior year is a two-year commitment.

• All military courses meet two days per week in the classroom and two mornings per week in the Regole Field

House for drill and ceremony training. • Each course counts for 0.5 credits. • Annual Uniform Cleaning/Repair Fee: $25.00 • Military Ball (optional for Juniors and Seniors): $90.00/couple Military 1 (8213) Full Year Course – Freshmen

This course is an introduction to leadership development and helps motivate cadets to assume leadership positions in today’s world and be better citizens. Cadets are familiarized with military courtesy and principles of organization. Students are introduced to basic skills in first aid, map reading, drill and ceremonies, air rifle safety and marksmanship, physical fitness testing, and oral communication. The course provides an overview of citizenship through American history featuring the War Between the States and the history of Marmion Academy. Military 2 (8223) Full Year Course – Sophomores

The main emphasis of the course is leadership development. The course includes theories of leadership, principles of organization, and methods of instruction. American military history is presented on the origins, purpose, and structure of the military services (with emphasis on the United States Army) in support of the nation and its objectives. The course further develops skills in military courtesies and discipline, first aid, map reading, drill and ceremonies, air rifle safety and marksmanship, physical fitness testing, and oral communication.