Performing and Visual Arts

Mark your May calendars because you don’t want to miss any of these upcoming musical events!

Join Music Director Lauren Gibson as she hosts two concerts:

• Tuesday, May 10 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.

• Thursday, May 12 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Band are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.

Concert at the Res (Lafayette Reservoir) Saturday, May 14 from 11am to 12:30pm at Lafayette Reservoir, Outdoor Stage. Lafayette Rotarians are hosting an afternoon of wonderful music featuring local bands including Acalanes High School Wind Ensemble, Stanley Middle School, Bentley School and the Rossmoor Big Band.This annual concert helps to raise money to supply Lamorinda and Bay Area Schools with new instruments for their music programs. Live entertainment and food and drinks for purchase. Free admission.

Jazz Cafe 2022 Friday, May 20 from 5:30 to 9pm in Stanley Middle School, Multi-Use Room. Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community.
 
The APAB Board is seeking New Board Members. Are you interested in volunteering for a role that can make a difference in Acalanes’ performing arts? Acalanes Performing ArtsBoosters (APAB) is looking to fill open roles for next year. This is a great opportunity to get involved and connected to our performing arts community!
Open 2022-23 APAB roles:

• President
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Publicity & Communications   

In addition, Instrumental Music has the following board openings for the coming year (must have a student enrolled in Instrumental Music):

• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Reception Committee

Please contact Paulie Proffett or Mary Beth Towery for more information.

The Acalanes Drama Dons are proud to present Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare nightly from Tuesday, April 26 through Friday, April 29 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm. Purchase tickets here.
 
The APAB Board is seeking New Board Members. Are you interested in volunteering for a role that can make a difference in Acalanes’ performing arts? Acalanes Performing ArtsBoosters (APAB) is looking to fill open roles for next year. This is a great opportunity to get involved and connected to our performing arts community!
Open 2022-23 APAB roles:

• President
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Publicity & Communications   

In addition, Instrumental Music has the following board openings for the coming year (must have a student enrolled in Instrumental Music):

• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Reception Committee

Please contact Paulie Proffett or Mary Beth Towery for more information.

Acalanes Performing Arts Booster Scholarship
APAB will award one $1,000 scholarship to a Senior in the Acalanes Class of 2022 who participates in either Choral Music, Drama or Instrumental Music with an intent to major or minor in a performing arts at a two or four-year college, university, or performing arts school. Applications are available now and must be submitted by May 1. Click here for the scholarship instructions and application.

The Acalanes Drama Dons are proud to present Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare nightly from Tuesday, April 26 through Friday, April 29 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm. Purchase tickets here.

Acalanes Performing Arts Booster Scholarship
APAB will award one $1,000 scholarship to a Senior in the Acalanes Class of 2022 who participates in either Choral Music, Drama or Instrumental Music with an intent to major or minor in a performing arts at a two or four-year college, university, or performing arts school. Applications are available now and must be submitted by May 1. Click here for the scholarship instructions and application.

Here are some exciting results from our fabulous Acalanes instrumental groups from their recent participation in local events.

• The Acalanes Wind Ensemble performed at the Sonoma Invitational Festival on March 11, where the band received high praise from their post-performance clinician Dr. Caslor from Arizona State.
• The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble performed at Santa Cruz Jazz Festival on March 19, receiving well-deserved perfect(!!) scores from all the adjudicators. 
• A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Band: Riley Bonner, Nathan Joseph, Cole Rubener, Spencer Tantameng, Aya Watanabe, Koto Watanabe, Naoto Watanabe
• A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Jazz Band: Riley Bonner, Tommy Gallagher, Spencer Tantameng

The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival

Acalanes Performing Arts Booster Scholarship

Here are some exciting results from our fabulous Acalanes instrumental groups from their recent participation in local events.

• The Acalanes Wind Ensemble performed at the Sonoma Invitational Festival on March 11, where the band received high praise from their post-performance clinician Dr. Caslor from Arizona State.
• The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble performed at Santa Cruz Jazz Festival on March 19, receiving well-deserved perfect(!!) scores from all the adjudicators. 
• A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Band: Riley Bonner, Nathan Joseph, Cole Rubener, Spencer Tantameng, Aya Watanabe, Koto Watanabe, Naoto Watanabe
• A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Jazz Band: Riley Bonner, Tommy Gallagher, Spencer Tantameng

The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival

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Lafayette District Band Festival Monday, Mar 21 through Wednesday, Mar 23 at 7pm in the Stanley Middle School Gym. Free admission. 
Come listen to the amazing Acalanes Instrumental Bands and Orchestra as they play beautiful arrangements alongside the talented musicians from Stanley Middle School. It is an excellent celebration of music through the grades!

• Monday, Mar 21 at 7pm Acalanes Concert Band, Acalanes Symphonic Band
• Tuesday, Mar 22 at 7pm Acalanes Wind Ensemble
• Wednesday, Mar 23 at 7pm Acalanes Orchestra

If you have a passion for the arts, join us today! APAB has the following Board openings:

• VP Choral (must have student in Choral to hold this role)
• APAB Secretary
• APAB Publicity Chair
• APAB Parliamentarian

Contact APAB President, Debra Bussey, if you’re interested in one of these positions or any other performing arts volunteer opportunities.

Debra Bussey

Acalanes Performing Arts

The Acalanes Performing Arts Boosters are proud to announce its $1,000 scholarship available to a graduating senior who has demonstrated passion and commitment to the Performing Arts at AHS and who intends to pursue a major or minor college degree in the Performing Art. Applications are available now and must be submitted by May 1. Click here for the application.

The Acalanes Performing Arts Boosters are proud to announce its $1,000 scholarship available to a graduating senior who has demonstrated passion and commitment to the Performing Arts at AHS and who intends to pursue a major or minor college degree in the Performing Art. Applications are available now and must be submitted by May 1.  The winner will be announced at Senior Award Night. Click here for the application.

There are two new options in the course catalogue for the 2020-2021 school year:

• Voice Experimental Lab For those that want to discover their voices. Students learn healthy vocal technique, then choose the songs they want to learn in a masterclass format. 
• Survey of Popular Music Students learn about the roots of American popular music and how it evolved from the late 19th century to today. It covers how Pop music influenced and responded to society and the ever changing aesthetics of our culture. 

Both classes are open to grades 9 through 12.  FAQ’s sheets are available in the Counseling office or you can email Mr. Lengacher.