The Division has recently been organizing poetry readings and student plays as part of Arts Days. Academic teachers select performances for their classes to attend. This further encourages the rich life in the arts available at Hunter. The instrumental performance groups include the String Ensemble , Jazz Ensemble , Band , Chamber Groups, Chamber Orchestra , and Orchestra. The main focus of this program is the development of ensemble skills, such as unified articulation, dynamics, sense of style, intonation, bowing technique, sound production, etc.
Students learn about composers and performance practice from many different music periods.
The String Ensemble consists of over 50 violinists, violists, and cellists, ranging from grades 7-12. The Band has over 40 woodwind, brass, percussion, and keyboard players. The String Ensemble and Band join together to form the Orchestra, and collaborate regularly with the Elementary School, Junior, Senior, and Jazz Choruses. Vocal Performance Groups Jazz Chorus Junior Chorus Madrigal Group Senior Chorus Back to top.