PERFORMING ARTS
MUSIC
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LOWER SCHOOL BAND
The beginning band program at Christian School of York is designed for first and second-year players in Grades 4 and 5. Instruction is offered on flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and percussion. Students meet in a small group 30-minute lesson each week. Throughout lessons and rehearsals, students are expected to perform with a sense of tone, breath support, intonation, rhythm, harmony, and articulation. This is a year-long course.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND
Middle School Band emphasizes the practicing and performing of various styles of music such as hymns, traditional band repertoire, popular tunes, and marches. Music is treated as a gift from God and we should use our talents to bring honor to Him. The band program is twofold, consisting of sectional rehearsals and band rehearsals. Knowledge of a band instrument and reading music are preferred. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Band members. This is a year-long course.
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UPPER SCHOOL BAND
Upper School Band emphasizes the practicing and performing of various styles of music such as hymns, traditional band repertoire, popular tunes, and marches. Music is treated as a gift from God and we should use our talents to bring honor to Him. The band program is twofold, consisting of sectional rehearsals and band rehearsals. Knowledge of a band instrument and reading music are preferred. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Band members. This is a year-long course.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR
Choir students will learn to use their vocal instrument to create a correct and pleasing singing sound. In addition to learning proper vocal production and technique, students will also learn music reading skills, sight-singing skills, and performance skills. Chorus also offers opportunities for students to develop team building and leadership skills. This is a performance-based class. Participation in concert performances outside of regular class hours is required. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Choir members.
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UPPER SCHOOL CHOIRThis is a year-long course that explores choral music from a wide variety of cultures and time periods through study and performance. The core curriculum emphasizes the basics of vocal technique, sight-reading, music theory, and music history. Musical opportunities are provided for every child to learn the basic skills of singing and reading music, developing song repertoire, broadening listening skills and experiencing the interrelated nature of music with other cultures and content areas. The topics in this class will provide a strong basis for the continuation of their music skills as high school age children continue on their path to becoming a life-long participant of music. This is a year-long course. Participation in performances outside of regular class hours is required. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Choir members.
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MARCHING BAND
In the fall, Upper School and Middle School Band students are required to play in the “Christian School of York Marching Defenders” Marching Band. This ensemble allows the students to learn a different repertoire of music all while sharing with our community as they represent the school in local parades and sporting events. Band Camp is held in July to prepare the students for the Fall events. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Band members.
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HONORS CHOIR
Students in Honors Choir are required to be an active member of the Upper School Choir. An audition is required for all potential candidates for this select ensemble. Honors Choir focuses on advanced choral literature. This ensemble meets once a week during flex period. This is a year-long course. Travel forms will be distributed and collected for Choir members.
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PRAISE TEAM
Praise Team is designed to give students an opportunity to lead Worship together during Chapel. This group also gives students guidance on how an ensemble leads Worship for a body of believers. Experience singing and/or playing a Praise Team instrument is required. An audition is required for this group. This is a year-long commitment.
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THEATRE
ART & DESIGN
ART
COURSE OFFERINGS
ART - Grades K - 5
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART - Grades 6 - 8
ART I - Grades 9th -12th
STUDIO ART - Grades 10th -12th
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART - Grades 6 - 8
ART I - Grades 9th -12th
STUDIO ART - Grades 10th -12th
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
LOWER SCHOOL ART K - 5
K - Drawing-Line/Texture/Shape, Collage
1st Grade - Drawing-Line/Shape/Pattern, Painting
2nd Grade - Painting-Color Mixing/Pattern, Sculpture
3rd Grade - Drawing-Composition, Pattern, Painting-Color Mixing, Printing-Multi color, Collage, Craft Technique
4th Grade - Drawing-3-D form/Composition, Painting-Color Mixing/Color Schemes/Media, Sculpture-Forms/Relief, Printing-Techniques/Media/Pattern/Tools
5th Grade - Drawing-Media/Composition, Painting-Color Schemes/Emphasis, Sculpture-Materials/Forms, Printing-Technique/Media/Pattern
All include discussions of Elements of Design: Shape, Value, Color, Texture, Line, Space, Form, and Principles of Art: Contrast, Unity, Emphasis, Rhythm, Pattern, Movement, Balance.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART
6th Grade - Drawing-Depth, Painting-Technique/Media, Sculpture-Material/Form, Printing-Pattern/Tools, Craft
7th Grade - Drawing-1 Point Perspective, Painting-Values/Color Mixing/Color Unity, Sculpture-Relief/Tools, Printing-Single Color, Craft
8th Grade - Drawing-2 Point Perspective, Painting-Values/Color Mixing/Technique, Painting-Media, Sculpture-Material/Form/Movement, Craft
All include discussions of Elements of Design: Shape, Value, Color, Texture, Line, Space, Form, and Principles of Art: Contrast, Unity, Emphasis, Rhythm, Pattern, Movement, Balance.
ART I
Students electing this course display an interest in developing their God-given talent to its highest potential. They are open to the development of a Christian worldview as it relates to their own work as well as using God’s Word as their measure to make assessments about major periods in art history, major artists, and their artworks. Areas of concentration include drawing, painting, clay, three-dimensional sculpture, printmaking, and crafts.
STUDIO ART (Art I pre-requisite)
Students electing this course display an interest in developing their God-given talent to its highest potential. They are open to the development of a Christian worldview as it relates to their own work as well as using God’s Word as their measure to make assessments about major periods in art history, major artists, and their artwork. Studio Art is an elective course for advanced, highly able and/or motivated students. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to analyze consistently personal work and the work of others in order to develop new abilities and understandings. Students should be able to handle the concept of communication of ideas within their artwork. Areas of concentration include drawing, painting, sculpture, and crafts. The prerequisite for this course is at least one year of Art I. Students in Studio art will attend the ACSI Fine Arts Festival in the spring as well as create their own exhibition for Fine Arts Night.
K - Drawing-Line/Texture/Shape, Collage
1st Grade - Drawing-Line/Shape/Pattern, Painting
2nd Grade - Painting-Color Mixing/Pattern, Sculpture
3rd Grade - Drawing-Composition, Pattern, Painting-Color Mixing, Printing-Multi color, Collage, Craft Technique
4th Grade - Drawing-3-D form/Composition, Painting-Color Mixing/Color Schemes/Media, Sculpture-Forms/Relief, Printing-Techniques/Media/Pattern/Tools
5th Grade - Drawing-Media/Composition, Painting-Color Schemes/Emphasis, Sculpture-Materials/Forms, Printing-Technique/Media/Pattern
All include discussions of Elements of Design: Shape, Value, Color, Texture, Line, Space, Form, and Principles of Art: Contrast, Unity, Emphasis, Rhythm, Pattern, Movement, Balance.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART
6th Grade - Drawing-Depth, Painting-Technique/Media, Sculpture-Material/Form, Printing-Pattern/Tools, Craft
7th Grade - Drawing-1 Point Perspective, Painting-Values/Color Mixing/Color Unity, Sculpture-Relief/Tools, Printing-Single Color, Craft
8th Grade - Drawing-2 Point Perspective, Painting-Values/Color Mixing/Technique, Painting-Media, Sculpture-Material/Form/Movement, Craft
All include discussions of Elements of Design: Shape, Value, Color, Texture, Line, Space, Form, and Principles of Art: Contrast, Unity, Emphasis, Rhythm, Pattern, Movement, Balance.
ART I
Students electing this course display an interest in developing their God-given talent to its highest potential. They are open to the development of a Christian worldview as it relates to their own work as well as using God’s Word as their measure to make assessments about major periods in art history, major artists, and their artworks. Areas of concentration include drawing, painting, clay, three-dimensional sculpture, printmaking, and crafts.
STUDIO ART (Art I pre-requisite)
Students electing this course display an interest in developing their God-given talent to its highest potential. They are open to the development of a Christian worldview as it relates to their own work as well as using God’s Word as their measure to make assessments about major periods in art history, major artists, and their artwork. Studio Art is an elective course for advanced, highly able and/or motivated students. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to analyze consistently personal work and the work of others in order to develop new abilities and understandings. Students should be able to handle the concept of communication of ideas within their artwork. Areas of concentration include drawing, painting, sculpture, and crafts. The prerequisite for this course is at least one year of Art I. Students in Studio art will attend the ACSI Fine Arts Festival in the spring as well as create their own exhibition for Fine Arts Night.