Fine Arts at CLA

Grade school students sing from red folders during a choir performance

K-8 School Choir (Grades K-8)

All students in Grades K-8 participate in this choir, learning praise songs and presenting them several times a year at area churches. This choir also carols at senior centers during the Christmas season. These public performances allow them to share their voices, faith, and joyful enthusiasm for our music program.

A student plays a grand piano while another sings beside it, with a Christmas tree in the background

Christmas Program (Grades K-8)

In addition to singing at area churches, CLA students participate in a Christ-centered Christmas program in December. Open to parents, families, and church members, this is a fun and meaningful way for students to present the Christmas Story.

A grade school student plays a grand piano in front of a blue California Lutheran Academy backdrop

Piano Lessons and Recitals (Grades K-12)

Students may enroll in private piano lessons given during the school day. The students then perform their pieces in Fall and Spring piano recitals.

A student choir in white dresses and black shirts performs on a stage in the gym

Concert Choir (Grades 9-12)

Our concert choir holds practices during the school day and performs at concerts on campus throughout the year. Concert choir membership is open to all students.

“Being part of this Christian school has been a tremendous blessing for our family. The teachers and staff truly invest in each child, nurturing both their learning and their faith. My kids feel safe, encouraged, and appreciated every day at CLA. The academics are strong, and my kids have been able to participate in sports, music, piano, plays, and more. The facilities are beautiful, and the students genuinely care for and respect one another.”

Alexa G., Parent of a CLA Junior High Student
A high school student holds two handbells while performing with the Laudation bell choir

Laudation Bell Choir (Grades 9-12)

Laudation Bells is CLA’s handbell choir, dedicated to enriching worship and celebrating the gift of music. Student ringers perform at school concerts and visit area churches throughout the year, bringing beautiful sacred music to congregations while representing our school community with faith and excellence.

A choir in black and white attire sings on risers while the director conducts from the front

Exaltation Choir (Grades 9-12)

In addition to performing at California Lutheran’s chapels and concerts throughout the year, this traveling choir performs at area churches on Sundays and tours the region. Membership is by audition.

Three high school students play acoustic guitars during a worship band session

Worship Band (Grades 9-12)

This band plays contemporary Christian music with guitars, bass, percussion, and vocals. Our worship band performs at concerts throughout the school year and tours the region every other year as well as visiting area churches.

Three students in costume perform a scene on stage during the fall drama

Fall Drama Performance (Grades 9-12)

Every fall, California Lutheran students take center stage in our annual production and the whole community is invited for the show. From auditions to opening night, our high school students pour their creativity and hard work into a performance that is anything but ordinary. We also open our doors to children from local grade schools, giving young audiences a front-row seat to live theater.

A student in a vest and white shirt performs on a dimly lit stage

Spring Musical (Grades 9-12)

Every spring, our talented student vocalists, musicians, and actors come together to put on a musical, open to the whole community. We also host special performances just for local grade school children, bringing the magic of live theatre straight to them!

Two high school students act out a scene during a drama performance, one reaching toward the other

Drama Classes (Grades 9-12)

Drama is offered as a three-credit course both semesters as an elective. Students will learn the history of drama, as well as performance, set building, lighting, and sound coordination.

“I made some really amazing friends who share the same faith as me. I’m especially grateful for the opportunities to serve, and be part of activities that strengthen my values and character.”

RE, CLA International Student

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The best way to see if California Lutheran Academy is a good fit for your family is to see our campus in action. During your time, you will visit our classrooms and facilities, meet our school leaders, and have all your questions answered. We are here to help as your family explores the best place for your student.