Crittenden Performing Arts Programs
Crittenden offers performing arts, such orchestra, guitar, band, musical theater and vocal music:
Band at Crittenden Middle School
This year-long performance course is designed to foster both technical mastery and artistic expression within the wind and percussion ensemble. Students will begin each session by establishing disciplined warm-up routines and refining instrument-specific techniques, such as embouchure and posture, to ensure a professional sound. Beyond the mechanics of playing, the curriculum emphasizes musical literacy, challenging students to master fundamental vocabulary, complex rhythmic concepts, and essential ear-training and sight-reading skills. As the ensemble progresses, the focus shifts toward the heart of performance: interpreting and communicating emotion through music. Through the study and rehearsal of diverse concert repertoire, students will learn to perform with accuracy, sensitivity, and a shared sense of expressive purpose, culminating in high-quality public performances throughout the year.
Upcoming PA events for Band
- May 14, 2026: School Band Spring Concert
Choir at Crittenden Middle School
Choir is a year-long performance-based course designed to develop the whole musician through the power of song. Students will begin each day by mastering proper vocal techniques and healthy warm-up habits, ensuring a strong foundation for lifelong singing. Throughout the year, the curriculum balances technical skill with artistic expression; students will dive into music theory, mastering fundamental vocabulary and rhythm concepts, while sharpening their ears through dedicated sight-reading practice. Beyond the notes on the page, singers will learn to interpret the emotional heart of their music, working collaboratively to rehearse and perform a diverse concert repertoire with accuracy, confidence, and expressive flair.
Upcoming PA events for Choir
- March 27, 28 at 7PM and March 29 at 2PM: School Musical, Aladdin Jr.
- May 20, 2026: School Choir Spring Concert
Musical Theatre at Crittenden Middle School
In partnership with the Green Room Theater Company, Crittenden Middle School proudly produces a full-scale musical production each year. Rehearsals run from December through March, culminating in three live performances at the end of the spring season. Beyond the stage, students develop essential skills in vocal performance, choreography, and acting, while building lasting friendships and confidence through the power of the arts.
Upcoming PA events for Musical
This year's school musical is Aladdin Jr.!
- March 27, 28 at 7PM and March 29 at 2PM: School Musical, Aladdin Jr.