Electives
ACE THAT AUDITION & MUSIC after HIGH SCHOOL
Cover the Do’s and Don’ts of auditioning and learn about performance & teaching opportunities after High School… in churches, the community, college and beyond. (8th grade +)
CAMP CHOIR
FIDDLE/FOLK MUSIC (Strings)
Collaborate as part of a trio, quartet, or quintet as you focus on the art of active listening, group dynamics, leadership, and more. (7th grade +)
CHAMBER MUSIC (Band)
Collaborate as part of a trio, quartet, or quintet as you focus on the art of active listening, group dynamics, leadership, and more. (7th grade +)
CLICK, CLACK, STOMP!
You’ve always wanted to learn to play the drums but never got to. Grab a pair of sticks, a bucket, and have a blast exploring rhythm with all kinds of sounds! (Ages 9 – 12)
HUP! 2 - 3 - 4!
Get ready for marching band boot camp! Learn how to march in step to the beat of a drumline, play your instruments while marching, and follow a drum major! (Band students only)
MUSIC GAMES !?!?
Students explore beat, rhythm, musical notation and terminology through games like Freeze Dance, Sevens, Rhythm Bingo, Music Jeopardy, and more! (Ages 9 – 12)
MUSIC MYSTERY
Use your musical knowledge while working in teams to solve puzzles, decipher codes, and ultimately solve a mystery! (Ages 9 – 12)
PRAISE & WORSHIP 101
Learn basic improv/how to interpret chords to be able to play praise and worship songs. Students must be able to read music. (Any grade level and any instrument)
RECORDER & Kazoo Band
Learn the basics of playing recorder and kazoo with simple songs and fun musical games! Students must provide their own recorder. (Ages 9 – 12)
SUMMER RINGERS
Experience the joy of a Hand Bell Choir! (Rising 7 – 12th grade; students must read music proficiently.)
Symphony Orchestra
Students will participate in an ensemble with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion; for strings & band students; proper instrumentation must be met. (7th grade +)
TAG! YOU'RE IT! (Men)
Men’s voices and the fun of singing barbershop tags. (Any grade level)
TAG! YOU'RE IT! (Women)
Women’s voices and the fun of singing barbershop tags. (Any grade level)
TAP, TAP, TAP...TAKE IT FROM THE TOP!
Learn conducting basics and experience what it’s like to be on the podium! (Any grade level)
Sample Schedules
Elementary String Schedule
| EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Check-in/Announcements | 9 – 9:15 |
| Young String Ensemble | 9:30 – 10:30 |
| Click, Clack, Stomp! | 10:35 – 11:30 |
| Lunch | 11:35 – 12:00 |
| Game Time | 12:05 – 12:35 |
| Mini Performance Showcase | 12:45 – 1:00 |
| Playing, Singing, & Dancing, Oh My! | 1:05 – 2:00 |
| Young String Ensemble | 2:05 – 2:50 |
| Announcements | 2:55 – 3:00 |
| Dismissal | 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. |
High School Band Schedule
| EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Check-In/Announcements | 9 – 9:15 |
| Advanced Band | 9:30 – 10:30 |
| Hup-2-3-4! | 10:35 – 11:30 |
| Game Time | 11:35 – 12:00 |
| Lunch | 12:05 – 12:35 |
| Mini Performance Showcase | 12:45 – 1:00 |
| Tap, Tap, Tap… Take it from the Top | 1:05 – 2:00 |
| Advanced Band | 2:05 – 2:50 |
| Announcements | 2:55 – 3:00 |
| Dismissal | 3:00 – 3:30 |