Arts

Music

Summit Christian Academy bases its music education program on the Christian philosophy that God gave music to man as a gift. Students learn how to use music for praise, worship, fellowship, and communication with our Lord. Using a variety of tools, students also learn music skills that include listening, sight-reading, vocal technique, performance skills, and music history and appreciation. In addition, students learn about orchestral instruments and have opportunities for competition through ACSI.

Band
Instrumental music instruction at Summit begins in 6th Grade. Students who elect to participate in Band go through an instrument selection process with the band teacher to determine what instruments are most compatible with their physical characteristics. The students’ families purchase instruments with guidance from the band teacher in preparation for the start of school in August.

Beginning Band students:
• Are taught with no assumption of prior music instruction
• Meet five days per week for 45 minutes
• Play woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments
• Practice regularly at home
• Perform at Christmas and Spring Concerts
• Participate in ACSI Music Festival as soloists and as an ensemble
• Do a community service event such as playing for a nursing home

Students who have completed Beginning Band and are in grades 7–12 make up the Symphonic Band. Summit challenges these students to develop their character and musicianship through a variety of musical experiences. Symphonic Band students:
• Have prior band experience*
• Are in grades 7 –12
• Meet 5 days per week
• Practice regularly at home
• Perform at Christmas and Spring Concerts
• Participate in ACSI Music Festival as Large Ensemble
• Are encouraged to participate in Solo and Ensemble contest
• Are encouraged to participate in ATSSB All-Region Band auditions
• Do community service events such as playing for the National Day of Prayer service at the City of Cedar Park City Hall
• Perform at occasional pep rallies, chapel services, ball games, and school-related events
• Perform at SCA commencement in May
• Enjoy band social events and fun day-trip in May

*Students in grades 7-12 who have no prior instrumental instruction may arrange to meet with the band teacher to discuss membership.

Art

A primary objective of Summit’s Art program is to provide an atmosphere where creative learning can flourish. The Art program introduces students of all ages to the skills, techniques, and methods of creating art through a wide assortment of media including watercolors, acrylics, pastels, graphite, charcoal, and clay. Art History serves as a backdrop to every unit, with greater emphasis occurring in the upper grades. Summit seeks to maximize each student’s God-given creativity while engendering a positive attitude toward learning and an appreciation of truth, goodness, and beauty.

Upcoming Event
Summit will be hosting an Art Festival March 6th in the Leander campus old gym from 6-8. Winners will advance to the ACSI District Festival.