Programs
The Arts
Choral and Instrumental Music
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The Joy of Making Music
The performing arts teachers share with students the joy of making music and performing for others. Our faculty members are talented educators, professional musicians, and accomplished directors, allowing Sanford School to offer a high-caliber program—in our state-of-the-art Geipel Center for Performing Arts—in which students experience music as both an academic discipline and an art form.
Our curriculum teaches students from Preschool through 12th grade to
Our curriculum teaches students from Preschool through 12th grade to
- Understand and apply musical concepts
- Learn and apply theory and techniques
- Appreciate a wealth of music literature
- Perform with polish and confidence
Curriculum & Ensembles
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Lower School
Our Lower School music curriculum encourages students to explore the musical world and be active participants in the music setting. Being in the music classroom helps students discover basic concepts using various musical approaches. Preschool through fourth grade attends music class two to three times during the seven day cycle to engage with singing, kinesthetic movement, playing instruments, and learning new musical games. These activities provide our students with community building strengths, learning how to perform in front of an audience, and sharing music with others in and around the community. In Fourth Grade, students are able to participate in Fourth Grade Band and/or Fourth Grade Chorus.- Band and chorus begin in 4th grade, students can choose to do both if they wish.
- General music is offered PreS-4th in the LS.
- Piano and Violin lessons are offered beginning in 1st grade.
- Ukulele, guitar, bass, and all other instruments can begin lessons in 4th grade.
- We have 2 “big” concerts a year for the LS students with a few smaller performances throughout the year.
- Band and chorus begin in 4th grade, students can choose to do both if they wish.
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Middle School
Our Middle School offers concert band and concert choir to all students. Small group band lessons are given in fifth and sixth grade.
General Music is offered through sixth grade. We invite any student who plays a stringed instrument into the band program. Our Middle School Rock Band meets twice a week before school. Several private teachers teach on-site during or after the school day. Starting in seventh grade, our students can participate in All-State ensembles.
Fifth and sixth graders have a play. All seventh through twelfth graders can audition for the Winter Musical.
Electives we currently offer:- Band
- Chorus
- Intro to Guitar
- Intro to Piano
- Percussion Exploration
- Songwriting
- History of Pop
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Upper School
High school-aged students must successfully complete a one semester credit in the performing arts. Choices include:- Concert Band
- Concert Choir
- Introduction to Acting
- Intro to Piano
- Music Technology
Our students participate in All-State, All-Eastern, and All-National Ensembles.
9-12 graders have the opportunity to participate in the fall play, musical or on stage crew. Sanford Performing Arts also offers One Acts, and the Warrior Showcase to all Upper School students.
Private Music Lessons
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Offerings
Sanford students study voice and specific instruments with private instructors who are leaders in the Delaware arts community as well as great educators. Non-Sanford students may also take lessons with us. Instrumental lessons start at ages that we believe are developmentally appropriate for student success, given each instrument’s demands. Lessons take place right here on Sanford’s campus on the following instruments
• Piano (Grades 1–12)
• Violin (Grades 1–12)
• Band Instruments (Grades 4–12)
• Guitar (Grades 4–12)
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Scheduling
Students and families work with the private teacher to schedule lessons at a time mutually agreed upon. When possible, we try to schedule during the school day. -
Fees
$35 (30-minute lesson)$50 (45-minute lesson)Contact Performing Arts Chair Jeff Molush for more information about our program, costs, private lesson faculty, or to arrange for private music instruction.
Express yourself through music!
Throughout the school day, students may participate in Sanford’s award-winning choirs and bands and take advantage of on-campus, group music instruction and fee-based private lessons.
Sanford’s music education teaches discipline, teamwork, and goal-setting; develops students’ work ethic and artistry; and helps them realize their own talents and abilities through individual and collective challenges. Our performing arts center offers spacious rehearsal rooms, dedicated practice rooms, a professional theater, a dance studio, and even a music technology lab! Let us entertain you!
Sanford’s music education teaches discipline, teamwork, and goal-setting; develops students’ work ethic and artistry; and helps them realize their own talents and abilities through individual and collective challenges. Our performing arts center offers spacious rehearsal rooms, dedicated practice rooms, a professional theater, a dance studio, and even a music technology lab! Let us entertain you!
Upcoming Events
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Preschool - Grade 1 Winter Concert
Geipel Center - Rubin Family Auditorium - GEI-AUD
Music News
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Students Honored at Sanford Performing Arts Awards
The Performing Arts Awards occurred on April 25 at the Geipel Center for Performing Arts.Read More
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