Performing and Fine Arts
Performing and
Fine Arts

XCL ASB Performing and Fine Arts

XCL ASB encourages students to participate in fine and performing and fine arts classes and events to build confidence and exercise creativity. Students perform in school-wide events consistently throughout the year, and also participate in the annual school musicals, and art showcases.

Fine Arts

The Fine Arts program at XCL ASB provides students with a well-rounded education in the arts. Students have the opportunity to explore their creativity, learn about different cultures, and develop their critical thinking skills. The program also prepares students for college and careers in the arts.

Elementary:

Students are introduced to a variety of art media, such as printmaking, collage, sculpture, and Claymation. They also learn about different artists and develop a visual-art vocabulary. Students collaborate to create independent and group projects, and participate in critiques and review exercises.

Middle School:

Students learn the fundamental elements and principles of design, as well as art history and the aesthetics of art. They are taught to appreciate art and explore their creativity through painting, drawing, collage, printing, paper-mâché, and many other media and styles.

High School:

Students have the opportunity to explore a variety of art media, such as watercolor, acrylics, charcoal, inks, pastels, and sculpture media. They learn how to use the elements of art and design to develop images and ideas for personal expression. Students can also choose to take classes in photo design, 3D design, or other specialized art classes.

Music and Orchestra

The Music and Orchestra program at XCL ASB provides students with a well-rounded education in music. Students have the opportunity to explore their creativity, learn about different cultures, and develop their critical thinking skills. The program also prepares students for college and careers in music.

Early Years:  Students are introduced to music through singing, moving, and playing experiences. They learn about different kinds of music and the concepts of rhythm, melody, harmony, and timbre. Students also have the opportunity to create their own music.

Elementary: Students learn to play instruments, read music, and sing. They also learn about music history and the lives of famous composers. Students have the opportunity to perform in school concerts and recitals.

Middle School: Students can choose to join the school orchestra or the school chorus. The orchestra is composed of students from beginner to intermediate level abilities. The chorus is a performance-based class that requires participation in school performances.

High School: Students in the High School Orchestra continue to develop their instrumental skills. They also learn about music theory and composition. Students have the opportunity to perform in a variety of settings, including school concerts, community events, and competitions.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits of participating in the Music and Orchestra program at XCL ASB:

Drama, Dance and Movement

Through various and fun theatrical techniques, drama classes open up levels of confidence, imagination, and performance capabilities in elementary and middle school levels.

Dance and movement is also offered from early years to middle school, and as an elective in the high school. Students explore the dance language through improvisation and creative movement games. Students are also exposed to different dance routines covering the concepts of space, time, body, effort, movement, and form. 

In high school dance classes, students experience immersion in technique for ballet, modern, and jazz, as well as anatomical awareness that is pervasive throughout their lives.  Classes are taught by the dance faculty, as well as by the various guests to the dance department. Students also receive the opportunity to be part of major school productions, working alongside technical and production crew, musicians and customers.

May 12, 2023

School Musical Concert - Encanto

XCL ASB elementary students and selected middle and high schoolers performed in a special musical – ‘Encanto’ on Friday, May 12th, 2023. All of the students looked wonderful in their lovely costumes and performed brilliantly in this musical, amid professional stage setup, enchanting lights and amazing backdrops.

May 3, 2023

Early Years Musical - The Little Mermaid

XCL American School of Bangkok Sukhumvit Nursery and Kindergarten participated in a special musical – ‘The Little Mermaid’ on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023. All of Nursery and Kindergarten performed in this musical amid professional stage setup, enchanting lights and amazing backdrops.

May 12, 2023

A Peek into the XCL ASB Orchestra and Band Classes

‘Learning an instrument takes a lot of work, but your reward is music. ’ Come take a quick peek into our Orchestra and Band classes, and see all of our students’ effort that goes into the preparation for the upcoming school events.

May 12, 2023

Art Display

Here are some lovely photos of the XCL ASB students artwork on display at the 'Hall of Fame' Exhibition Room. Amazing creations indeed!

May 12, 2023

Inside High School Art Classes

Check out the amazing art pieces and projects created XCL ASB Sukhumvit Campus high school art class students!

May 12, 2023

Drawing Projects in the High School Art Classes

The ASB Sukhumvit Campus high school and middle school art students have been busy working on various drawing projects.

May 12, 2023

Musical - The Lion King

The American School of Bangkok Sukhumvit Nursery and Kindergarten organized a special musical – ‘The Lion King’ on Friday, May 3rd, 2019. All of Nursery and Kindergarten performed in this musical amid professional stage setup, enchanting lights and amazing backdrops. The performance was truly awesome!

May 12, 2023

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