Visual & Performing Arts
Central to the Visual and Performing Arts education at Fordham Prep is the objective that students understand what goes into a work of art from conceptual, technical, and cultural points of view; and how, in the spirit of cura personalis, these help contribute to the makeup of a well-rounded person.
The Arts curriculum is designed to enable students to understand and appreciate how a work of art is created and viewed. The curriculum’s design stimulates growth through self-discovery and self-expression. Students’ skills develop through practice and appreciation of techniques. Classes are structured in tandem with students’ needs in subsequent years.
Graduation Requirement
Visual & Performing Arts – 1 credit*
*In most cases, students do not need permission to take a Visual & Performing Arts course as a 7th class.
Course Offerings
- Studio Art 1, 2
- AP 2-D Art & Design
- AP Art History
- History of Jazz
- AP Music Theory
- Architectural Drawing
- Computer Graphics & Web Design
- Fundamentals of Acting
- Fundamentals of Music
- Liturgical Choir
- Vocal Music
- Band Methods
- Jazz Ensemble
- Jazz Ensemble Honors
- Orchestra
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