The music curriculum at Dayspring Christian Academy is designed to provide worthwhile experiences in different areas of arts (music-both instrumental and vocal) in which students will develop a working knowledge of the basic principles of these arts. Students will express themselves creatively, develop self-confidence, and cultivate a meaningful appreciation for the works of others in a safe environment. Students will recognize God’s creations as a source from which man may express himself artistically. Students will also recognize that the ability and skill to express themselves artistically as a God-given ability.(Psalm 33:3) All God-given abilities should be developed to the highest degree, in order that God will be glorified.
Elementary Concert Choir, 3rd-5th grade Honor Choir, 5th grade Band.
Middle school requires choir for all students grade 6th -8th and offers band as an elective.
High School Concert Choir, High School Honor Choir, High School Concert/Jazz/ Pep Band. These classes are offered every semester and can be taken in their 9th-12th grade years.
This course is designed to increase students’ understanding, appreciation, and participation of the theatrical experience. A variety of learning techniques will be used as we explore the history of Theatre, the relationship between culture and theatre, techniques of the theatrical arts from the roles of the actors, directors, choreographers, technicians, and designers, to play readings, to firsthand experiences in acting. This course will draw you into the world of live theatre and explore the real life lesson we can be apply to our daily lives.
Students will be introduced into the creative world of Drama by learning all the parts of putting together a production, and being a part of either the cast or the crew of the production. Students will choose which production they wish to do from a variety of options provided by the instructor. Students will learn lines of script, learn how to design and create a set, advertise for their production, design costume concepts, lighting and sound concepts, and perform their production for a predetermined audience.
This course is designed to teach the acting process. To help students understand how to develop a character. To awaken their imagination, the emotion, and the skills required to achieve excellence in a performance. A variety of learning techniques will be used as we explore Script Analysis: uncovering the meaning and vision of any play and the playwright’s intention. Characterization: discovering the “who, why, where, when, and how” of each character. Stage Movement: learning approaches to voice, speech, moving with intention and purpose. Auditioning: developing a good audition and all that is required to land the role you desire.
This course offers a unique opportunity to explore the creative and technical aspects of four key elements in theater: lighting, sound, set, and costume design. Through this course, students will learn the art of manipulating light to create mood, focus, and atmosphere on stage, come to understand how audio effects and music can transform a performance, uncover the secrets of set design, from conceptual sketches to building models and working on full-scale set pieces. They will step into the world of costume design, exploring how clothing and accessories help define characters. Besides theoretical knowledge, students will engage in hands-on projects and collaborate on mock productions. This course is designed to ignite passion, foster creativity, and provide a foundational understanding of the integral elements of theatrical design. Suitable for all skill levels, this course requires no previous experience and is perfect for anyone with a curiosity and love for theater.
Every Spring we will produce and perform a full-length dramatic work. Students will need to audition to get into the production. Once in the production students will use their acting skills to develop characterization and work together with the other actors to develop a high-quality production.
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