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Accelerated Credit Overview Students enrolled in a four credit ensemble (Chorus/Orchestra/Symphonic Band) may sign up to receive accelerated credit.

Requirements for Accelerated Credit Option Students will meet all the requirements of their four credit ensemble. Additionally, students will: Study their ensemble instrument with an approved private instructor Minimum of 6 lessons per marking term * Private instructors should be either employed though the Needham Public Schools or approved by the ensemble instructor. A list of NPS teachers as well as registration information can be found on the FPA website. * Complete a private Instruction log consisting of the following items: * Lessons completed * Hours practiced (minimum of 4 hours per week) * Repertoire studied * Semester goals for technique and repertoire Audition for Eastern District Jr./Sr. Ensembles * All students are to prepare the audition piece at a performance level and audition for Jr./Sr. Districts * In the case of audition limits, i.e. voice, the instructor will determine which students may audition * If accepted into the district ensembles, the students will commit to participation in the festival (as per Eastern District rules) Perform in an additional ensemble beyond the regular school day * Includes but not limited to NHS Chorale, Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band, A cappella groups, MYWE, GYBSO, YSO, NEC Prep. Ensembles, Rivers Ensembles, church choir * Any student-run ensembles must provide evidence of regular rehearsals and performances * Each term students will submit a one-page reflection on their goals and accomplishments

Present a formal solo for their instrument in recital once each semester * One recital will be the students private instructors studio recital. A recording of this recital is to be submitted prior to end of semester. If no recording is available students will need to, in addition to the formal recital, record their performance in school. * One recital will be given during either class time or at the High School Chamber Concert. Attend one formal concert outside of the Needham Public Schools each marking term * Formal concert includes college ensemble concerts (most are free), Needham Concert Society, professional ensemble concerts, youth orchestra/wind ensemble/choral concerts (i.e. NEC prep, MYWE, YSO). * Submit a Concert Reflection summarizing the event. SCHEDULE: Term 1 Lessons Additional Ensemble Additional Concert

Term 2 Lessons Additional Ensemble Additional Concert District Audition Recital

Term 3 Lessons Additional Ensemble Additional Concert

Term 4 Lessons Additional Ensemble Additional Concert Recital

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