“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” Aristotle
The purpose of all arts instruction at Harford Christian is to nurture the talents God has given young people, and to help them glorify Him. Whether it is a Shakespearean play, a band concert or a piano recital, our goal remains the same: to God be the glory. Arts instruction at HCS begins early; rhythm instruments in kindergarten, choral/theory training in all elementary grades, speech and piano lessons beginning in first grade, band instruments in fourth, and hand bells in sixth. Performance opportunities range from major winter and spring concerts to recitals, band concerts, competitions and weekly chapels. HCS is a perennial first-place winner in the Maryland Association of Christian Schools state fine arts competition, as the school trophy cases attest. Course Descriptions BandsBeginning, intermediate, senior high Instrumental Ensembles Private lessons in brass, woodwinds and percussion Choirs1st through 12th Choral ensembles Piano1st through 12th Accompanying SpeechDramatic production Elementary, Jr and Sr High speech & drama Art5th – 8th General Art 9th -12th Art I, II, III, IV Special Opportunities*Six major concert events each year *Off-campus performance ministry *Recitals *Band, Hand Bell, Choral concerts *In-school competitions *Maryland Association of Christian Schools arts competitions *Field trips *Visiting drama and musical groups *Church performances *Dramatic productions *Dessert Theater “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” II Timothy 2:1 |