Music

This course is intended to give students the opportunity to be lifelong musicians, whether amateur or professional, worshiping God with one of the gifts that He has given them. This course focuses on performing a variety of choral music with musical expression, building on previous musical knowledge. This is a semester-long course.

New this year! Do you know how to play a musical instrument or have an interest in learning? This class will allow you the opportunity to explore that interest or further develop your musical skills. Come join us as we Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; Praise Him with stringed instruments and flutes! Psalm 150:4

This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of band instruments and taught at an accelerated pace.

This performance-based ensemble builds on comprehensive music education students have previously received. Students elect to take this class as a means to further their vocal development. Students perform various styles of music with heavy emphasis on sight-reading, close harmonies and vocal blend. As a skilled vocal group, they perform several times throughout the school year in Chapel, community events, church services, ball games, and competition TBA. The class will attend a musical production or concert. Auditions for the group are held in the spring with the Choral Director.

New this year! Do you know how to play a musical instrument or have an interest in learning? This class will allow you the opportunity to explore that interest or further develop your musical skills. Come join us as we Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; Praise Him with stringed instruments and flutes! Psalm 150:4

This class is designed to achieve success quickly and become core leaders.

In addition to CDS’ existing classes for vocalists (M.S. chorus, H.S. Chorus, and H.S. Praise Band), we’re adding a new, kicked-up opportunity for H.S. singers - CDS Mass Choir! - exploring multiple genres, and geared toward exciting performances, and eventually tours! This will take place 2nd sem. for male and female voices grades 9 - 12 -It’s going to be AMAZING!

Praise Band

This contemporary band is a year-long, audition-only class for students with a heart for leading worship in Chapel. There is an emphasis on leadership, teamwork, time organization and spiritual preparation. Investment in individual rehearsal time is the responsibility of the student. Musicians will include but are not limited to a drummer, acoustic guitarist, electric guitarist, bass guitarist, keyboardist and 2 or 3 vocals. Auditions are held in the spring.