The Music Program at Huron Heights SS focuses on developing the skills necessary for successful musical expression. We believe that a sense of belonging and inclusion is central to musical growth and success. We do this by promoting a culture of collaboration in our large ensemble programming.
Many students who participate in Arts Huron find that our large ensemble experience is where they find a true sense of belonging. For many, the HHSS Music program is a second family of sorts.
Students who enter the Arts Huron Music program come from a variety of experiences and abilities. All are welcome.
Unique opportunities to develop your musical skills and expression may include: solo and small ensemble performance, workshops and lessons with guest artists and professional musicians, field trip opportunities to the Canadian Opera Company, Roy Thomson Hall, Massey Hall, Metalworks Recording Studio, the Canadian Music Centre, the Univerisity of Toronto Faculty of Muisc, and other locations around the GTA, as well as other special events hosted by the Arts Huron program. As students advance, there are more opportunities for specialized study of jazz, teaching, arranging, composition, conducting, and performance of standard symphonic and chamber repertoire.
What to expect:
- Three Majors: Guitar, Instrumental and Vocal
- Arts Huron Music for Creating class is available in grades 9, 10 and 11 (AMC course code)
- Studies include performance, history, theory, musicianship and music creation / composition.
- Facilities include 3 music classrooms, 6 practice Music rooms, audio/video recording and editing suite
- Performance highlights : annual concerts at Flato Markham Theatre, music festivals, and many local events such as the Newmarket Farmers Market and Barrie Jazz & Blues Festival
- Guests artists workshops and lessons
- Field trips to concerts, operas, musicals, and more
- Arts Huron Music Special Projects:
- Jazz Summit
- Consortium Project (commissioning new music)
- Composer in Residence
Performances:
Courses
| Grade | Foundation Courses | Specialty Courses | Other Arts Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |
| AMC1OM - Music for Creating | All music students are encouraged to explore and participate in repertoire and elective ensembles |
| 10 |
| AMC2OM - Music for Creating | Grade 10 or 11 are the recommended years to take your arts course outside of your discipline (e.g., theatre, visual arts, or dance). |
| 11 |
| AMC3MM - Music for Creating | Grade 10 or 11 are the recommended years to take your arts course outside of your discipline (e.g., theatre, visual arts, or dance). |
| 12 |
| You are encouraged to continue to explore and study other art forms |