At All Saints’, self expression through music and drama is recognized as playing a crucial role in the development of self confidence, creativity, and an overall appreciation of the performing arts. Our performance-based program is designed to provide students basic and sequential music theory, offer instrumental instruction, develop performance skills, introduce classical composers and their music, and to foster a life-long love of music.
In lower school, students attend music class twice weekly, attend live performances at school and in the community, perform in school events, and participate in chapel services. Additionally, second and third graders participate in lower school choir, and the Choristers program begins in grade four and continues through grade eight. Middle school students in grades five and six choose between General Music and Band. Students in grades seven and eight can choose to participate in the Music Ensemble elective or the Drama elective.
Musical highlights of the school year include Special Persons Day, an event that showcases the All Saints’ visual and performing art programs; the Christmas Nativity chapel service; and a series of Spring Musicals performed by grades one through six.
Performing arts faculty members are themselves accomplished musicians who bring decades of teaching experience to their department, and who work tirelessly to encourage their students to fulfill their promise as vocalists, musicians, and actors.