Career Cluster: Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communications
Career Pathway:
Music
A career in music involves pursuing a passion for creating and performing music. Musicians and composers can start by honing their skills through education and practice, then seek opportunities to perform, record, and collaborate with other artists. Successful careers in music often require dedication, perseverance, and a strong connection with audiences to build a sustainable and fulfilling profession in the industry.
Potential Course Sequence
*ICCSD Graduation Requirements
Subject Area | Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 | Credits |
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Career Pathway Electives | Curricular Music Ensembles: Band, Choir, Orchestra | Curricular Music Ensembles: Band, Choir, Orchestra | Curricular Music Ensembles: Band, Choir, Orchestra | Curricular Music Ensembles: Band, Choir, Orchestra | Elective credits |
*English | English 9 | English 10/10H | Language Arts | Language Arts | 4 years, 60 credits |
*Math | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. | |||||
*Social Studies | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History. | |||||
*Science | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology. | |||||
CTE Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
Fine Arts Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
World Languages Electives | Level 1 or Level 2 | Level 2 or Level 3 | Level 3, Level 4, or AP |
Level 4, Level 5, or AP |
Elective credits |
*Physical Education | Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
4 years, 20 credits |
*Health | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | 1 trimester, 5 credits |
View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions
Career-Related Electives
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AP Music Theory
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Music production
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Hear My Voice
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Community Music
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Sociology
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World Languages
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Psychology 1, 2, & 3
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Music Literacy and Appreciation
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Media Literacy & Communications
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Public Speaking
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Digital Music Production
*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.
Career-Related Activities
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Extra-curricular performing groups: Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Band, Show Choir, Honor Festivals, Pit Ensembles
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Drama/Thespian
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Free Strings
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Cadenza
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Talent Show
Internship Experiences
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Kirkwood Career Caravan
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Internship Experience 1, 2, and 3
College Admission Requirements
See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.
Potential College Programs
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Music
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Fine Arts
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Music Education
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Music Therapy
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Music Technology
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Multimedia Arts
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Ethnomusicology
Future
Careers
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Performer
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Composer
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Conductor
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Music Director
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Tour Manager
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Instrument Repair
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Sound Engineer
Community Partnerships
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United Action for Youth
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Summer of the Arts
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Iowa City Schools
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Regina
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Riverside Theater
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Coralville Center for the Performing Arts
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Filmscene
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Debut Dance Studio