This history course is a detailed study of the history of American Jazz from its inception to the modern era.

Music History is a survey of Western musical style periods, Medieval through Contemporary. Representative composers and music from each period are listened to, discussed, and compared.

This course offers hands on experience with music software, analog synthesizers and recording equipment. In addition to hands on, a comprensive look at the history and application of Music Technology.

Technical development on all orchestral percussion instruments is emphasized, including timpani, snare drum, xylophone, cymbals, and all other auxiliary instruments. There are opportunities to work with guest artists in master classes

An intensive study of the history of sound recording and hands-on experience with studio equipment and its applications to producing, Tracking, mixing and mastering recorded material.

Students learn the basic materials of making music and standard musical notation. The Sol-fa system is used for students to be able to sing melodies, and the ability to write melodies, notes and rhythms through melodic and rhythmic dictation is emphasized

Fiorello H. LaGuardia HS of Music & Art and Performing Arts
Gary Fogel