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Performing Arts
Performing Arts at Monte Vista
Performing Arts at Monte Vista, as part of the VAPA (Visual and Performing Arts) aims to provide students with rich experiences, whether students have been involved with the arts for years or if they are first timers. The Performing Arts programs at Monte Vista include: Band, Color Guard, Dance, Guitar, Choir, and Theatre.
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Performing Arts Programs
Band/Color Guard
The Monarch Royal Brigade is our Band, Color Guard, and Drumline program. No experience is required! All groups perform year-round and work with college-level and professional musicians. Students within the program perform and compete at: band competitions, football games, and basketball games.
Students will develop skills that will stay with them after High School. The Royal Brigade offers an accepting environment and develops bonds crucial for navigating High School. While it is a class, during the acadmic school day, the program does offer ways for select students to be involved with after school practices as well.
Contact: Charles Jirkovsky at cjirkovsky@guhsd.net
Dance
The Dance Elective is a unique program at Monte Vista, existing as a dual-credit for Fine Arts and Physical Education. Students of all experience and backgrounds can learn from Ms. Trim about the dynamics of movement, choreography, free expression, and the artistry of bodies in motion.
Contact: Loree Trim at ltrim@guhsd.net
Guitar
Guitar is an elective class where students get to learn how to play the Guitar! It is offered at levels to match the needs of students: from first time musicians to those with experience, Dr. Jirvosky works with all students to progress in their musical skillsets!
Contact: Charles Jirkovsky at cjirkovsky@guhsd.net
Choir
Monte Vista Choir, formerly taught by Sarah LeClair, is currently undergoing a transition due to her retirement. It is currently offered as an after-school program, rather than a school-day class. The after school program still participates in concerts under the direction of Rob Holland while the schoolday program awaits a revival through the addition of a new credentialed music teacher!
The program is dedicated to the improvement of the solo voice through a unique blend of Gospel, R&B, Broadway, and classical technique. Our choir sings at local nursing homes, libraries, and community organizations as part of our community outreach, as well as competing in show choir festivals throughout southern California. We are a Silver and Gold-Awarded choir at the nationally accredited Heritage Festival, an Adjudicator award winner for favorite choir, a three time Merit Award winner for best soloists and performers, a So-Cal Invitational Show Choir festival Award winner for Audience favorite, and a two time Best Soloist Award winner. We are proud to have a unique voice in the community and we are dedicated to the idea that music and creative expression is for everyone.
Contact: Rob Holland for after-school Choir Club at rholland@guhsd.net
Theatre
Monte Vista Theatre is currently offered as an after-school program, rather than a school-day class. Students who join the Theatre Club will be taught the skills to perform on the screen and stage. Students will be taught the basics of acting and improv through instruction and collaborative games.
Meeting are held Mondays after school in Room 601.
Contact: Veronica Wilkerson (Theatre Club Advisor) at vwilkerson@guhsd.net
Students are required to pass 10 credits (1 year) of Fine Art (VAPA) or Foreign Language class to graduate. They do also require 65 credits of Elective Credit, which the Visual and Perorming Arts Credit qualifies under as well.