PROGRAM OVERVIEW

• Ensemble (Jazz and Chorus)

All Middle School musicians have the opportunity to join an Ensemble. Ensemble occurs within the school day, so students can participate in other activities before or after school. Middle School Jazz Ensemble and Chorus perform two concerts throughout the year including a Winter and Spring Concert. All 6th grade students are required to participate in Ensemble during their first year at Malvern.

• Eighth Grade Electives

Eighth-grade students have the opportunity to select two electives during their final year of Middle School. Electives include Spanish, Media Production, Music Recording and Technology, Studio Art I, and Introduction to Computer Science. All 8th Grade electives mirror Upper School courses and will allow students to advance in those disciplines of study.

• Keystone Courses

All 6th and 7th-grade students take a different Keystone course each term. Keystone courses include Visual Art, Music, Film, and Life Skills. These courses allow students the opportunity to explore their creativity while learning essential project-building skills.