GRADES 9-12
The Conservatory at Harker l Grades 9-12
by the numbers
10 5
invitations to perform abroad since 2005
Number of times Downbeat made quarter- or semifinals at national Varsity Vocals competition
“The Conservatory is more a journey than an end. Its programs are renowned for their professionalism yet are tailored for students.” Kaiyue G., grade 10
25
performing arts electives
45
% of upper school students in the Conservatory
13+ 7
annual performances, including cross-discipline and cross-campus events
invitations to perform at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Conservatory at Harker offers high-level, comprehensive programs in dance, drama, vocal music, instrumental music, technical theater and musical theater. All our performing arts experiences are offered in an environment where students discover their own artistic affinities and nurture their creative potential while enriching the whole community with performances throughout the year.
Our program allows students to grow as artists in myriad ways.
• They develop self-confidence and responsibility, personal and artistic expression, and listening and awareness skills • An abundance of electives are augmented with after-school workshops and performances. • Ensembles perform at events throughout the year, often joining together at major campus events.
THE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM The one of a kind Conservatory Certificate Program guides students through a comprehensive course of study in all the disciplines, with special emphasis in the discipline of the student’s choice. The program culminates in Senior Showcase, featuring an awards ceremony and performances by the new Certificate graduates. Students’ college applications include an information sheet detailing this unique and high calibar program.
Laura Lang-Ree K-12 Director of Performing Arts laura.lang-ree@harker.org
“It’s an amazing space for all sorts of creative outlets where everyone is supportive of each other.” – Isabella R., grade 11
10
Unanimous Superior ratings for choirs at California Music Educators Association
“The Conservatory is open to all students of all abilities. Join us and find your Happy Place!”
LIFE IN THE ARTS Each year alumni artists who are making a life in the performing arts are honored with Life in the Arts award at Senior Showcase. Past winners include film, theater, and theater education professionals.
SUMMER @ THE CONSERVATORY Summer @ The Conservatory, founded in 2018, provides high-quality, wellrounded performing arts education. Students choose from several different summer programs and experience classes such as directing, storytelling and dance, workshops by industry professionals, and rehearsals for a final performance. • Musical Theater Intensive (by audition) - rising grade 5-10 students • Screen Acting Bootcamp - rising grade 5-12 students • Presents (theater production camp) - rising grade 5-9 students
ROTHSCHILD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Our 50,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art performing arts center includes the 500-seat Patil Theater, dressing rooms, scene shop, classrooms and box office. It is LEED Gold certified and won a Silicon Valley Business Journal’s Structure Award. The theater includes a fly tower system, hydraulic orchestra pit, light and sound booths, and enhanced acoustics. The hallways of the center serve as student art galleries, and a 15x35-foot lobby screen serves as an art installation as well as a digital display for videos, art and announcements.
~Laura Lang-Ree, K-12 Performing Arts Chair
The Conservatory at Harker l Grades 9-12
FALL EVENTS/CLASSES
SPRING EVENTS/CLASSES
Play
Dance Production
opera singer
LIFE IN THE ARTS HONOREES
Choral Concert
Chamber Music Concert
Hollywood screen actor
Student Directed Showcase
United Voices (all divisions)
New York theater actor
Instrumental Winter Concert
Musical
middle school theater teacher
Thespian Society Competitions and Events (year-round)
Choral Concert
ballet dancer
Just Dance (with lower and middle school ensembles)
arts administrator stage director
Orchestra Concert (with middle school ensembles)
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