Our passion is for music to be a worship-fueled celebration to our God. We want to equip students with inspiration and knowledge to use their gifts for His glory.
Through musical theatre, instrumental music, choir, worship band, and daily music classes,
there is an avenue for every student.
MUSIC
PreK
PreK ages 3 and up have weekly music classes and participate in chapels. They have a special recognition in May.
K-4th
K-4th grades have weekly classes with Mrs. Churchwell and prepare for various performances and chapels throughout the year.
5th
In addition to weekly music classes, 5th grade produces a full musical most years, providing opportunities for solos, acting, and technical theatre training.
Honor Choir
This auditioned choir of 3rd thru 8th graders will rehearse once a week after school with Mrs. Smith to prepare for multiple performance opportunities throughout the year.
CHAPEL
Our Elementary and Upper Campus students are encouraged to participate in
weekly chapels and small groups led by faculty, staff, and community leaders.
PERFORMING ARTS
This semester elective is designed for high school students to explore the fundamentals of the performing arts. Exploring everything from beginning acting to scenic design to lighting and sound technology to assisting in mainstage performances, students will not only gain an understanding of the foundations of theater, but also an appreciation for the role that the creative process plays in the bigger picture.
Mrs. Rachel Norman, Instructor
MUSICAL THEATRE
Musical Theatre for High School is a powerhouse at Berean. We produce a musical every year, teaching the students stage presence, confidence in their gifts, and how to work as a team to make something truly excellent. Past productions include Newsies, The Secret Garden,
Mrs. Beth Smith, Instructor
MIDDLE SCHOOL
MUSIC + PERFORMING ARTS
6th grade will have one 9 weeks of music taught by Amy Churchwell.
7th-8th grade will each have 9 weeks of performing arts taught by Rachel Norman.
HONOR CHOIR
Honor Choir begins September 6th on Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:00
Beth Smith, Director
5th GRADE MUSICAL
As a part of their music curriculum, our 5th graders produce a musical. Students will learn acting, performance, vocal projection, backstage tech, and stage managing.
Open to day school
and homeschool/ISP 5th graders
Amy Churchwell, Director
STUDIO
To further strengthen our music and drama program, we’ve created The Studio at Berean, providing private music lessons right on campus. We are partnering with the best of the best musicians/coaches to equip our students for using their gifts for God’s glory.
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We offer private lessons on campus (+virtual) for piano and vocal. We partner with Knoxville Suzuki Academy for our strings students.
