Concert Band [MH04209] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This intermediate course is for students with at least 2 years of experience to continue development of playing techniques and listening skills; intermediate to advanced rhythmic patterns; music theory and history; major, minor and chromatic scales; explore the variety of standard band literature and musical styles through performances, performance participation at band festivals, football games, parades and other public concerts. School owned instruments are made available to students.
Jazz Rock Ensemble [MH04269] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This advanced course encourages players of popular music to develop their skills, abilities, and potential through collaboration with other musicians and live concert performances. Students will be introduced to a variety of musical styles, such as: pop, rock, reggae, jazz, blues, island grooves, etc. School owned instruments are made available to students. Prerequisite: Must be able to play one of the following instruments: vocals, drum set, guitar, bass, piano, ‘ukulele, trumpet, trombone or saxophone.
Chorus I [MH04201] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This introductory course develops fundamental vocal skills and techniques necessary to perform in a choir. Basic music theory and performance techniques are covered, as well as a wide range of musical styles and repertoire. Students will have opportunity to perform before others.
Chorus II [MH04230] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This intermediate course further develops fundamental vocal skills and techniques to perform in a choir. Topics covered are a continuation of basic music theory and performance techniques, as well as a wide range of musical styles and repertoire. Students will have opportunity to perform before others. Prerequisite: Chorus I or teacher recommendation.
Select Chorus [MH04204] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This advanced course is designed to produce a performing ensemble of high quality that can represent Kamehameha Schools Maui on special occasions. Throughout the term we will cover a wide range of musical styles. Hawaiian music and language will be an important focus. This class requires all students to memorize an extensive repertoire and to participate in performances, activities and special occasions after school. It also requires all students to exhibit excellence in behavior on and off campus. Prerequisite: Chorus I and Chorus II; Teacher consent.
Guitar I [MH04221] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This course introduces basic guitar skills, including strumming patterns, picking techniques, scales, reading chord charts, music notation and tablature. We will play a variety of music styles including Hawaiian, contemporary and jazz. Open to grades 9-12. Limit: 12 students.
Dance [MH04322] – Semester A/B
0.5 Credits. Students will be introduced to various styles of dance including ballet, hip hop, jazz and modern dance. They will learn basic dance terms, techniques, and choreography. Students with previous dance experience will be able to build upon their skills in dance technique, knowledge of terminology, and choreography. Open to grades 9-12. May count towards Performing Arts – Music Endorsement.
Hula I [MH04285] – Semester A/B
0.5 Credits. This is an introduction to Hawaiian chant and dance: basic dance skills, history and a repertoire of chants and dances, aspects of Hawaiian language, poetry, culture and traditional stories. Proper protocol for hula performance will be discussed. Students may be expected to perform in a concert situation at the end of the semester.
Hula II [MH04286] – Semester A/B 0.5 Credits. This is an intermediate course and a continuation of Hula I that increases a students’ repertoire of chants and dances. Students may be expected to perform in a concert situation during the course of the semester. Topics covered expand on concepts covered in Hula I. Prerequisite: Hula I or teacher consent.
Advanced Hula [MH04287] – Semester A/B
0.5 Credits. This advanced course is a continuation of Hula II, designed to teach students an extensive repertoire of Hawaiian chants, songs, and dances. Students continue to research the history and meaning of each chant/dance, reinforcing their artistic expression. Students are expected to display a high level of excellence in performance and behavior at all times. Required performances at various Kamehameha and community functions (i.e., ceremonies, blessings, dedications, etc.). After school rehearsals may be required to prepare for special events. A greater emphasis will be placed on the performance aspect of Hula where students are expected to practice proper protocol. Prerequisite: Hula I, Hula II, or teacher consent.
Papa Mele – Hawaiian Music [MH09675] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. Hawaiian music continues to be a means by which Hawaiian culture, language, and values are perpetuated. This course develops an appreciation for traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music. Genres to be discussed include chant, hīmeni, falsetto, chalangalang, hapa haole, and contemporary Hawaiian music. Instrumental styles include traditional implements, ʻukulele, slack key and steel guitar. Students will study, analyze, discuss, and perform an array of Hawaiian songs – their meanings, significance, history, kaona, and forms. Emphasis is placed on performance. Required for Hawaiian Studies endorsement. Prerequisite: Junior and senior standing; Hawaiian I.
Papa Oli [MH09672] – Semester A/B
0.5 Credits. This course sets a foundation in oli via learning multiple vocal techniques, chant types and various chant composition. Important concepts taught will include protocol and daily use of oli.
Piano I [MH04259] – Semester Daily
1 Credit Introduction to beginning piano keyboard skills. Topics covered include music theory, music terminology and music reading. We will learn to play in a variety of styles and learn music from different periods. May be counted towards Performing Arts Music endorsement.
Piano II [MH04260] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This intermediate course helps students to continue to learn piano techniques, music theory, music terminology and music reading. We will learn to play in a variety of styles and learn music from different periods. Students may have opportunities to perform for others. Prerequisite: Piano I or teacher recommendation.
Piano III [MH04261] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This intermediate level course helps students to continue to learn piano techniques, music theory, music terminology and music reading. We will learn to play in a variety of styles and learn music from different periods. Students will have opportunities to perform for others. Prerequisite: Piano II or teacher recommendation.
Advanced Piano [MH04262] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This course helps students to continue to learn piano techniques, music theory, music terminology and music reading. Students will work independently on individualized repertoire. Students will learn to play in a variety of styles and learn music from different periods. Students will have opportunities to perform for others. Prerequisite: Piano III or teacher recommendation.
‘Ukulele I [MH04203] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This course introduces basic ‘ukulele skills, including strumming patterns, picking techniques, reading chord charts, music notation and some tablature. We will play a variety of music styles including Hawaiian, contemporary and jazz.
‘Ukulele II [MH04205] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This intermediate course further develops ‘ukulele skills. Topics covered are complex chords, strumming and picking techniques, reading chord charts, music notation and tablature. Throughout the term we will learn to play a variety of musical styles including Hawaiian, contemporary and jazz. Prerequisite: ‘Ukulele I and teacher recommendation.
Select ‘Ukulele [MH04210] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This advanced course is designed to produce a high quality performance ensemble that can represent Kamehameha Schools Maui at special events. Topics covered: complex chords, strumming and picking techniques, reading chord charts, music notation, tablature and musicianship. Throughout the term we will learn a variety of musical styles including Hawaiian, contemporary and jazz. This class requires all students to memorize an extensive repertoire and to participate in performances, activities, and special events. Students are expected to exhibit excellence in behavior on and off campus. Prerequisite: ‘Ukulele I , Ukulele II, and teacher recommendation.
Theatre Performance [MH04342] – Semester A/B
0.5 Credits. This project-based course will introduce the young person to the world of theatre and its elements. Acting fundamentals, theatre history, playwriting, and technical theatre are a few of the topics that may be covered in this class. Students will develop and practice their theatre skills through a variety of activities including script/scene study, character analysis, improvisation, journal writing, peer-feedback, and monologues.