Music Overview - Eastside Catholic School | Private 6-12 in Seattle area
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Music Overview - Eastside Catholic School | Private 6-12 in Seattle area
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EC Music Notes
Celebrating every voice and every instrument together—creatively and spiritually.
The Music Program supports students at all levels from novice beginners trying to sing or play an instrument, to accomplished musicians looking to sharpen their skills. The instrumental programs include both ensemble and solo performance opportunities, and the choir program is one of the strongest in the Pacific Northwest. Through this program, students grow musically, personally and spiritually.
The EC music faculty is active in the larger music community, leading to exceptional opportunities to perform and participate in community concerts, workshops and competitions.
Students of all levels are encouraged to develop both strong musical skills and an appreciation for the personal and spiritual enrichment that is unique to the musical experience.
EC has the highest number of students accepted into All-State Honor Ensembles of any private school in Washington.
Middle School Music: A Unique Opportunity
All sixth-grade students take Music 6, which is choir (vocal music) and band (instrumental music) at the same time. This program is unique to EC and allows students to explore both instrumental and vocal aspects of musical expression early on. Students learn to play a concert band instrument, practice proper vocal techniques and develop music literacy skills. Music 6 is team-taught by our band and choir instructors.
High School: Deepen Skills and Appreciation
Our high school program offers band, choir, orchestra, guitar and even songwriting, among other options. As with the middle school, the dedicated faculty encourages students to grow in musical skill level and an appreciation for musical expression.
Music: It Shapes the Whole Student
At Eastside Catholic School, music is a formative experience that builds confidence, fosters connection and supports the development of the whole student.
Eastside Catholic School Marching Band Shines at 72nd Annual UW Husky Band Day
The Eastside Catholic School marching band helped celebrate the UW's 72nd annual Husky Band Day.
Middle School Band and Choir Shine at Silverwood Music Festival
On May 9-11, middle school band and choir students traveled to Idaho to perform in the Music in the Parks Silverwood Festival.
Music Students in Top Form at Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival
The Eastside Catholic Choir, Band and Orchestra had a strong showing at the High School Regional Solo and Ensemble Music Contest held at Redmond High School on February 8-9.
Eastside Catholic Students Selected for 2024-25 Band and Choir Honors
Eastside Catholic is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students, who were selected to participate in prestigious music honor ensembles.
Marching Band Makes History at Bands of America Northwest Regional
Eastside Catholic’s marching band made history at the Bands of America Northwest Regional competition in Moscow, Idaho, on October 11-12, bringing home an array of awards and recognition.
Senior Attends Prestigious Ensemble Program in Australia
Senior Parker Cobb attended the highly esteemed Pacific Honours Ensemble Program (PHEP) in Brisbane, Australia on September 20-30, 2024.
Middle School Band and Choir Dominate Music in the Parks 2023-24
On May 10-12, middle school band and choir students traveled to Idaho to perform in the Music in the Parks Silverwood Festival.
Band and Choir Compete and Place in 2024 Anaheim Heritage Festival
Congratulations to our band and choir students who competed and placed at the Anaheim Heritage Festival!
High School Choir Performs at Catholic Schools Choir Festival
Our high school choir students participated in the annual Catholic Schools Choir Festival on Monday, February 5, at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.
Seventh and Eighth Grade Band Students Perform in Pacific Northwest Band Festival
On Monday, February 5, seventh and eighth grade band students performed at the Pacific Northwest Band Festival at the University of Washington.
EC Choir and Band Students Selected for WMEA All-State and Junior All-State
Congratulations to EC Band and Choir Students Selected for WMEA All-State and Junior-All-State Honor Ensembles!
EC High School Choir Participates in The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
The EC high school choir participated in The Great Figgy Pudding Competition, raising funds for those in need.
Students Selected for International Honor Bands 2023-24
Congratulations to our band students selected for the Western International Band Clinic Honor bands!
Choir Students Perform at Youth Eastside Services (YES) Event
On May 19, some of our choir students attended and performed at the annual fundraiser event for
Youth Eastside Services
(YES).
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EC Music Notes
Celebrating every voice and every instrument together—creatively and spiritually.
The Music Program supports students at all levels from novice beginners trying to sing or play an instrument, to accomplished musicians looking to sharpen their skills. The instrumental programs include both ensemble and solo performance opportunities, and the choir program is one of the strongest in the Pacific Northwest. Through this program, students grow musically, personally and spiritually.
The EC music faculty is active in the larger music community, leading to exceptional opportunities to perform and participate in community concerts, workshops and competitions.
Students of all levels are encouraged to develop both strong musical skills and an appreciation for the personal and spiritual enrichment that is unique to the musical experience.
EC has the highest number of students accepted into All-State Honor Ensembles of any private school in Washington.
Middle School Music: A Unique Opportunity
All sixth-grade students take Music 6, which is choir (vocal music) and band (instrumental music) at the same time. This program is unique to EC and allows students to explore both instrumental and vocal aspects of musical expression early on. Students learn to play a concert band instrument, practice proper vocal techniques and develop music literacy skills. Music 6 is team-taught by our band and choir instructors.
High School: Deepen Skills and Appreciation
Our high school program offers band, choir, orchestra, guitar and even songwriting, among other options. As with the middle school, the dedicated faculty encourages students to grow in musical skill level and an appreciation for musical expression.
Music: It Shapes the Whole Student
At Eastside Catholic School, music is a formative experience that builds confidence, fosters connection and supports the development of the whole student.
Eastside Catholic School Marching Band Shines at 72nd Annual UW Husky Band Day
The Eastside Catholic School marching band helped celebrate the UW's 72nd annual Husky Band Day.
Middle School Band and Choir Shine at Silverwood Music Festival
On May 9-11, middle school band and choir students traveled to Idaho to perform in the Music in the Parks Silverwood Festival.
Music Students in Top Form at Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival
The Eastside Catholic Choir, Band and Orchestra had a strong showing at the High School Regional Solo and Ensemble Music Contest held at Redmond High School on February 8-9.
Eastside Catholic Students Selected for 2024-25 Band and Choir Honors
Eastside Catholic is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students, who were selected to participate in prestigious music honor ensembles.
Marching Band Makes History at Bands of America Northwest Regional
Eastside Catholic’s marching band made history at the Bands of America Northwest Regional competition in Moscow, Idaho, on October 11-12, bringing home an array of awards and recognition.
Senior Attends Prestigious Ensemble Program in Australia
Senior Parker Cobb attended the highly esteemed Pacific Honours Ensemble Program (PHEP) in Brisbane, Australia on September 20-30, 2024.
Middle School Band and Choir Dominate Music in the Parks 2023-24
On May 10-12, middle school band and choir students traveled to Idaho to perform in the Music in the Parks Silverwood Festival.
Band and Choir Compete and Place in 2024 Anaheim Heritage Festival
Congratulations to our band and choir students who competed and placed at the Anaheim Heritage Festival!
High School Choir Performs at Catholic Schools Choir Festival
Our high school choir students participated in the annual Catholic Schools Choir Festival on Monday, February 5, at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.
Seventh and Eighth Grade Band Students Perform in Pacific Northwest Band Festival
On Monday, February 5, seventh and eighth grade band students performed at the Pacific Northwest Band Festival at the University of Washington.
EC Choir and Band Students Selected for WMEA All-State and Junior All-State
Congratulations to EC Band and Choir Students Selected for WMEA All-State and Junior-All-State Honor Ensembles!
EC High School Choir Participates in The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
The EC high school choir participated in The Great Figgy Pudding Competition, raising funds for those in need.
Students Selected for International Honor Bands 2023-24
Congratulations to our band students selected for the Western International Band Clinic Honor bands!
Choir Students Perform at Youth Eastside Services (YES) Event
On May 19, some of our choir students attended and performed at the annual fundraiser event for
Youth Eastside Services
(YES).