Music

Lower School students attend music classes designed to teach them the language of music, to enhance their appreciation for a variety of musical styles and cultures, and to stimulate their creative expression. Children develop performance skills through singing and instrumental activities and learn to read musical notation. Participation in winter and spring concerts gives students the opportunity to share their enthusiasm for performing. In addition, private instrumental music lessons are available beginning in second grade.

Lower School Rainbow String Ensemble (RSE)
The RSE is open to students who have had at least one full year of lessons on an orchestral string instrument (either within or outside of the FCS instrumental program).

Visit FCS Auxiliary Programs for information on private instrumental music lessons. Carl Bradley, Program Director, and Galen Guindon, Lower School Coordinator, administer the FCS instrumental program. Click here for a list of private instrumental music instructors.

Middle School students are offered opportunities to participate in the chorus, orchestra, and jazz ensemble, and may take instrumental and vocal instruction. Two concerts each year feature these ensembles as they perform works from various periods and in various styles.

Visit FCS Auxiliary Programs for information on private instrumental music lessons. Carl Bradley, Program Director, and Galen Guindon, Lower School Coordinator, administer the FCS instrumental program. Click here for a list of private instrumental music instructors.

Performance opportunities abound in Upper School. The music department's concerts in the winter and spring range from full orchestra to string quartets, wind ensembles, and a jazz band. Selections incorporate a cross-section of musical styles, genres, and periods.