Music
Students in Lower School partake in music class twice a week for 30 minutes. Once in Middle School, all students must still take a daily music class, and are offered the choice of choir, band, and/or orchestra. Once in the Upper School, students may elect to partake in music, either in vocal or instrumental ensembles. The school also offers a music theory and composition class.
"Jazz Band" (Grades 8-12) and "Madrigal Singers" (Grades 9-12) are auditioned musical ensembles offered as out-of-school activities for more advanced students. Winter and Spring Music Concerts take place annually at various locations.
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