Music

Middle School students can choose Band or Drumline as one of their electives during the year. They can also participate in after-school programs such as Beginner Band, Concert Band, and Drumline. There is also an opportunity to play with students from other schools during Saturday band classes held in the Schmidt Family Band Hall here at Shelton.

In the Upper School, the main music ensembles are credit classes that meet daily throughout the year. Upper School Band students rehearse during class for Holiday and Spring concerts, as well as playing at various school and sporting events throughout the year. Upper School Drumline meets after school to rehearse, and they play a major role in supporting school spirit at pep rallies, sporting events, and various other school activities. Upper School Band and Drumline also participate in the ISAS Fine Arts Festival.

Middle School Choir students can choose Choir as an elective during the year. Additionally, 8th grade students can opt to perform with Drama students in a yearly musical. Past musicals include The Music Man, Jr., Matilda, Jr., Newsies, Jr. and Into the Woods, Jr. 

The Upper School Choir, known as  “Vocal Charge,” meets daily for a credit class. Here, singers work together to prepare three choir concerts each year, as well as preparing solos for TAPPS Solo and Ensemble competitions and the ISAS Fine Arts Festival.

In our Middle and Upper School piano lab, students learn to play the piano in a supportive and focused environment designed specifically for them. Each student has their own piano and headset, allowing them to practice and hear only their music without distraction. Using an iPad, the teacher can connect with each student individually, offering personalized instruction, feedback and encouragement.