Student Experience

Fine Arts

At Western Christian, our mission to serve one another while extending the love of God goes beyond our classrooms. We believe that our talents and gifts can be exhibited on stages, through showcases and within performances. We believe this area of expression allows our students to further develop their unique character and pursue excellence

The Wolfpack Edge

At Western Christian, all fine arts programs strive to reflect our faith in God. This is evident in how we serve, perform, compete, and respond to one another. Being a part of the Wolfpack, it is our hope and prayer that Purpose, Passion, & Service are incorporated within every co-curricular activity that takes place here, and beyond, at Western Christian

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Vocal Performing Arts

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  • Chorale

    Grades 9-12
    This mixed voice ensemble is open to students from any grade level. Learning focuses on developing student vocal ability–specifically developing tone, range, and ability to sing in 3-4 part harmony–performance etiquette, and music reading skills. Outside of the regular class period, students perform at four mandatory concerts throughout the year. Individual vocal lessons once a quarter also help students develop vocal skills. Extra opportunities available to students in this ensemble include auditioning for the Opus Honor Choir (fall), as well as participating in the State Solo Ensemble Festival (spring).

  • Concert Choir

    Grades 10-12
    This mixed voice ensemble is open to select sophomores, juniors and seniors by audition. Learning focuses on developing a unified choral sound, strengthening the maturing voice, singing in 4-8 part harmony, further growing music reading abilities, and utilizing expressive techniques. Outside of the regular class period, students perform at four mandatory concerts throughout the year, in addition to the Dordt Choral Festival on alternating years. Individual vocal lessons once a quarter also help students develop vocal skills. Extra opportunities available to students in this ensemble include auditioning for the All-State Music Festival (fall) and NWICDA Honor Choir (fall), as well as participating in the State Solo Ensemble Festival (spring).

  • Chamber Singers

    Grades 9-12
    The Chamber Singers are a smaller, auditioned, extracurricular voice ensemble.  Auditions for Chamber Singers are open to any choir member, freshman through senior. This group is service based and brings music to the community in several ways throughout the year, including helping lead worship at several area churches, singing at area grade schools, and singing at nursing homes. The Chamber Singers also put together a special evening event, Chambers' Night Out, and go on an annual performing tour. Rehearsals take place twice a week in the mornings before school. 

  • Women's Chorus

    Grades 9-12
    This extracurricular treble voice ensemble is open to female singers of any grade level. Learning focuses on creating a mature choral tone, developing independence in 3-4 part harmony, and learning to share musical ideas well through musical concepts such as dynamics and articulation, as well as expression. Students perform at four mandatory concerts throughout the year. Rehearsals take place once a week in the morning before school. 
Instrumental Performing Arts

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  • Junior Band

    Grade 9
    Junior band is open to Freshman who have a developing skill of playing a band instrument. Junior band is considered a ‘course’ with daily practice. Due to this, at-home practice is not required. Various concerts are performed throughout the year

  • Concert Band

    Grades 10-12
    Concert band is open to Sophomores-Seniors. Concert band is also considered a ‘course’ with daily practice, so at-home practice will not be required. Performances will be given at the Fall, Winter, and Spring concerts, along with the Dordt University Band Festival in alternating years.

  • String Orchestra

    Grades 9-12
    Orchestra is open to Freshman-Seniors who have a developing skill of playing in the orchestra or have taken private lessons. Throughout the year, the Orchestra will perform a total of four times, including at the Dordt University Band Festival on alternating years. Additionally, the Orchestra will take a two-day performing tour to area Christian grade schools.

  • 727 Jazz Band

    Grades 9-12
    Jazz Band is a unique band group of selected members, through the audition process. Members meet at 7:27 AM two days per week. Where applicable, Jazz Band will perform.

  • Pep Band

    Grades 9-12
    Pep band consists of Freshman-Senior band members. Attendance is not mandatory for band students, but strongly encouraged. The larger the pep band-the more fun it can be! Pep Band performs throughout multiple events: home football games, Jam-the Gym Wrestling meets, and before all home Varsity basketball games.

  • Wolfpack Drumline

    Grades 9-12
    Wolfpack Drumline is open to all students in grades Freshman-Senior, accepted through the audition process. Auditions are held in May for the upcoming school year. Many members have an inclined set of rhythm, regardless if the student plays percussion or not. Various performances are done throughout the school year.
Theater Arts

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  • Drama

    Each year, a production of drama or music is performed. Students can serve in multiple roles during the performance: performers, set designers, backstage crew, stage managers, assistant directing, make-up, house lights, costumes, and more! Anyone interested in the Drama aspect of Theater Arts is welcome to join!

  • Competitive Speech

    Students wanting to further develop their individual or group communication skills have an opportunity! Through state and regional contests, students can join competitive speech! It is similar to interscholastics with an abundance of different categories to choose from!
Chapel Ministry

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  • Worship Arts & Leadership

    Students interested in exploring their artistic and creative potential in the process of worship planning, worship leadership, and liturgy. Students who are actively involved in Worship Arts & Leadership will learn an abundance about the following: the history and importance of worship, how to develop musical leadership and communication skills, exploring various styles of worship, and learning how to effectively utilize their skills within a congregational setting. Finally, customers are able to assist the Spiritual Life Team in planning their times of worship at Western Christian. While music-making is not required, there will be a significant emphasis on the musical aspect of worship.

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Hull, Iowa 51239
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Founded in 1919, Western Academy began as a four-year academic community accommodating grades 9-12. Renamed in the 1930s to Western Christian High School, the mission and values remain the same. Western Christian High School is dedicated to equipping our students to be faithful stewards of God’s Word.
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