Fine Arts Events and Information - Sioux Falls Christian Schools

Fine Arts Events and Information

* CHANGE OF DATE: THE HIGH SCHOOL BAND EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT HAS BEEN MOVED FROM APRIL 23rd TO APRIL 16th.

Congratulations to the SFC Marching Bands for their accomplishments this fall!

Middle School Marching Band:
1st place - Trojan Days
2nd place - Menno Band Days

High School Marching Band:
1st place - East Central Marching Band Festival
2nd place - Menno Band Days
Peoples' Choice Award - Menno Band Days
1st place - Festival of Bands (second year in a row!)

Upcoming Events:

Fine Arts Booster meetings (7:00pm in the HS Choir Room)

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011

Monday, November 14, 2011

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Thursday, April 12, 2012

2011-2012 Fine Arts Calendar

2011-2012 Pep Band Schedule

Service Hours Info Sheet Service Hours Verification Form

An Instrument Swap list is available in the Middle School / High School Office! If you are looking to buy or sell an instrument, contact the office at 334-1422.

Summer Lesson Instructors

Jane Newman – Home: 605-582-7321

Cell: 605-359-9432

Christine Egan – 605-261-4641

Tim Dingman – 605-366-9950

Rolyn Beaird – brass specialist – 605-360-1853

Beverly Gibson – woodwind specialist

Home: 605-335-6973

Cell: 605-261-7282

Pete Hansen – percussion specialist – 605-376-9581

HS All-State Orchestra

Students who are interested in auditioning should work with their private instructor on audition materials throughout the summer. Auditions will be held October 14 &15 in Sioux Falls. The All-State concert will be October 29 & 30 in Aberdeen, SD. For more information go to sdhsaa.com and click on fine arts – music.

Middle School All-State Band

Audition materials will be available in May at sdmea.net. Click on Events and select MS All-State Band. Students interested in auditioning should work with their private instructor on audition materials throughout the summer. Auditions will need to be recorded by Thanksgiving. The All-State concert will be the first weekend in March 2011 in Pierre, SD.

HS All-State Band

Students who are interested in auditioning should work with their private instructor. Auditions will be held January 15, 2011. The All-State concert will be held March 24-26, 2011 in Yankton, SD. For more information go to sdhsaa.com and click on Fine arts – music.

Fine Arts Booster Club:

Our Mission:
The appreciation and development of artistic skills is considered essential in the development of students at Sioux Falls Christian. The Fine Arts Booster Club is committed to a program that will enhance the fine arts experience of its students through instrumental and vocal music, art, drama, and oral interpretation.

Our Purpose:
To stimulate greater interest and appreciation for the fine arts
To increase parental participation in the fine arts program
To provide support for music and drama performances
To provide fundraising opportunities for projects or trips approved by the membership
To organize the annual Variety Show

Our Officers:
Chairperson: Michelle Bierstedt
Marching Band Chair: Karen Odens
Business Manager/Treasurer: Glenda Lohse
Vocal Instructors: Eric Kooima, Jessica De Wit
4th, 5th, 6th Grade Handbells Instructor: Pat Penn
5th/6th Grade Band Instructor: Christine Egan
7th/8th Grade and HS Band Director: Jane Newman
Oral Interp Coach and One Act Play Director: Jessica De Wit
Art Instructors: Sara Mulder and Christy Cunningham

Our Committees:
Marching Band, Concert, Fundraising, Trip/Travel, and Variety Show

Philosophy of the Fine Arts Department
The Fine Arts Department at Sioux Falls Christian Schools believes that fine arts are essential in a well-rounded education. The Fine Arts Department provides the students with the opportunity to explore art, music, and drama. It provides the individual with a sense of confidence through their accomplishments in this field. The students are challenged to acknowledge the responsibility to use their talents and knowledge in the service of God and others, and to live Christian values in their daily lives.