General Studies in the Arts
The Choral program in Mustang Public Schools has a strong tradition, marked with excellence and success - both for individuals and choirs. 5th-12th grade students qualify for the All-State choirs on a regular basis, and every director works hard to provide not only exceptional opportunities, but exceptional experiences in their everyday classrooms. The teachers in Mustang work well as a team, collaborating, stretching themselves and each other, and supporting one another at every level. Students have opportunities to participate in traditional choirs, as well as jazz and show choirs at the upper level. Teachers provide extra support and tutoring for students on a regular basis, and students are encouraged to excel at whatever level they are at.
Mustang High School Varsity Choir and Canyon Ridge Intermediate Honor Choir have both auditioned and been accepted to perform at the Oklahoma Music Educators Association Annual Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma. All choirs at the middle and high school levels compete yearly at district and state contests, and regularly receive the highest ratings in both performance and sight-reading.
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The Choral program in Mustang Public Schools has a strong tradition, marked with excellence and success - both for individuals and choirs. 5th-12th grade students qualify for the All-State choirs on a regular basis, and every director works hard to provide not only exceptional opportunities, but exceptional experiences in their everyday classrooms. The teachers in Mustang work well as a team, collaborating, stretching themselves and each other, and supporting one another at every level. Students have opportunities to participate in traditional choirs, as well as jazz and show choirs at the upper level. Teachers provide extra support and tutoring for students on a regular basis, and students are encouraged to excel at whatever level they are at.
Mustang High School Varsity Choir and Canyon Ridge Intermediate Honor Choir have both auditioned and been accepted to perform at the Oklahoma Music Educators Association Annual Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma. All choirs at the middle and high school levels compete yearly at district and state contests, and regularly receive the highest ratings in both performance and sight-reading.
High school general studies in the arts provide students with a dynamic foundation in creative expression, critical thinking, and cultural understanding. Through coursework in visual art, music, theater, and other artistic disciplines, students gain valuable skills such as collaboration, problem-solving, and communication that enhance academic achievement and prepare them for success in life. Arts education not only nurtures individual talents—it also fosters confidence, empathy, and a lifelong appreciation for creativity, empowering students to become innovative thinkers and engaged citizens.
The AP Music Theory course corresponds to one-to-two semesters of typical, introductory college music theory and aural skills coursework. Students learn to recognize, understand, describe, and produce the basic elements and processes of performed and notated mu- sic. Course content extends from the fundamentals of pitch, rhythm, timbre, and expression to concepts of harmonic function, phrase relationships, and tonicization. Students study these concepts in heard and notated music, with emphasis on identification and analysis of musical features, relationships, and procedures in full musical contexts. Repertoire for analysis on the AP Music Theory Exam ranges from European Baroque pieces to folk and popular music from across the globe. Students develop musicianship skills through melodic and harmonic dictation, sight singing, and error detection exercises. Writing exercises further emphasize the foundational harmonic and voice- leading procedures of Western art music.
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
Lyric Writing
History of Rock and Roll
AP Art History
AP Music Theory
AP Music Theory
AP Art History
AP Music Theory
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
Lyric Writing
History of Rock and Roll
This course is to prepare students for the AP Art History exam. It is to encourage critical thinking, develop strong writing skills, cultivate a life-long love of art, and understanding of how art enriches the human experience. In addition, students are encouraged to develop a desire to travel and see the world. The course will begin with Prehistoric art and continue to the present day. We will study the diversity of art to include both European and non-European traditions. We will consider painting, printing, sculpture, and architecture. We will place the artworks within the context of function, style, period, politics, personalities, geography, literature, religion, philosophy, ethics, technology, patronage, ethnicity and gender. Learning to understand what a piece of art communicates and how it communicates is a priority.
AP Art History
History of Rock and Roll
AP Art History
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
Lyric Writing
AP Music Theory
This engaging course explores the origins, evolution, and cultural impact of rock and roll music from its roots in blues and rhythm & blues to contemporary styles. Students will examine influential artists, social movements, and key events that shaped the music and its role in society. Through listening, discussion, and project-based learning, the course highlights how rock and roll reflects and influences historical trends and social change. Completion of this course earns social studies credit, emphasizing the connection between music, history, and broader cultural understanding. Students will develop critical thinking, cultural awareness, and appreciation for the role of the arts in shaping the modern world.
History of Rock and Roll
Lyric Writing
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
AP Art History
AP Music Theory
History of Rock and Roll
This creative course guides students through the process of writing original song lyrics, blending artistic expression with fundamental principles of poetry and storytelling. Through analysis, workshops, and hands-on projects, students will explore the cultural, historical, and emotional power of lyrics across genres. Emphasis is placed on developing strong writing skills, expanding vocabulary, and understanding how words and music together influence meaning and experience. By examining influential lyricists and practicing their own craft, students will build confidence and communication abilities that support both artistic and academic growth. Completion of this course earns English language arts credit, supporting literacy and enhancing essential skills for college, career, and life.
Lyric Writing
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
Lyric Writing
History of Rock and Roll
AP Art History
AP Music Theory
This entry-level course introduces students to the fundamentals of playing guitar with an emphasis on contemporary styles such as rock, folk, pop, and blues. Students will learn basic chords, strumming patterns, tablature reading, and foundational music theory through hands-on practice and performance. The course encourages creativity and self-expression by focusing on popular songs and current music trends, while also developing essential ensemble skills.
Key components include:
Mastery of open chords and simple progressions
-Introduction to power chords, basic riffs, and song accompaniment
-Group playing and collaborative musicianship
-Exposure to key artists and genres in modern guitar music
By the end of the course, students will have built the technical and musical foundations required for participation in a popular music ensemble class and will be prepared to continue their study of the guitar in a collaborative setting.
Beginning Guitar: Contemporary Styles
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The OkMEA Collective is a dynamic, genre-crossing ensemble designed to celebrate originality, collaboration, and creative expression among outstanding high school music students across Oklahoma. This popular music festival group welcomes diverse performers, including vocalists, instrumentalists, rappers, producers, and beat makers, working in contemporary, popular, and hybrid musical styles. Membership is selective and the ensemble focuses on student-driven original music, providing a unique platform to showcase creativity and teamwork in a variety of musical genres. The ensemble performs at the OkMEA Winter Conference, fostering innovation and collaboration in Oklahoma's music education community.
