Conservatory for the Arts
A program like no other in the nation, Valor's Conservatory for the Arts propels student growth, providing incredible creative advantage for college, career and life.
A program like no other in the nation, Valor Christian High School’s Conservatory for the Arts in the Denver area propels student growth, providing an incredible creative advantage for college, career, and life.
Students may choose to focus their Conservatory studies in performing arts, visual arts, or media arts. Each track requires six credits for completion and offers a comprehensive, cohesive course of study. Across all disciplines, students benefit from exclusive performance and presentation opportunities, as well as access to AP Classes, mentorship, and masterclasses. The Conservatory experiences foster a creative learning environment to allow advanced-level instruction for students while they grow in their ability to think critically, work collaboratively, serve effectively, and produce art of true beauty and worth.
There will be an informational meeting on April 7 at 6 pm in The Valor Center for Culture for Influence.
Conservatory Overview
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Juries and Showcases
Juries are formal reviews by a panel of Arts faculty, which consist of a performance by the student, discussion of the student’s progress and strategies to help the student continue to grow. Juries are then followed by performance showcases in the Performance Hall of the Valor Center, with the mid-year Showcase held in October/November and the-end-of-year Showcase held in April.
Annual Retreats
Conservatory retreat is a time to build community, meet new people, grow in faith, and have fun! Each year, our performing arts and visual arts retreats are designed to be "mountaintop" experiences that students will remember for a lifetime. Many of our students say that our annual retreats are their favorite part of Conservatory!
College Admission Counseling
Valor’s Conservatory coordinator and academic and college counselor, will provide specialized assistance for all Conservatory students, helping in areas such as providing direction and course planning, including long-term course projections, and helping students navigate to college.
Upcoming Conservatory Showcases:
Each semester, we offer a series of exceptional student performances during our Conservatory Showcase nights. Stellar entertainment and free admission make for the best entertainment value in the Denver area! Join us for one or all of these incredible nights.
Spring Conservatory Showcase: April 16, 17, 18 • 6:30 pm
Hear from students and alumni on what makes the Arts Conservatory unique at Valor Christian High School.
Conservatory Opportunities
Valor's Conservatory for the Arts has a number of features that alone would be reason enough to join! Not only are students engaging in their specialized area of art, but they are also working together in a team atmosphere, building culture, strengthening relationships with each other, and, more importantly, with Christ.
- Individualized six-course major (performing arts)
- Individualized five-course major (visual arts)
- Special transcript and graduation recognition
- Customized portfolio for visual arts
- Audition reels if necessary for performing arts
- Master classes, private lessons and small group instruction
- Faculty mentorship
- Access to specialized college and career counseling
- Semester juried review
- Special showcases and exhibitions
- Team retreats for community and spiritual growth
Advantages of Conservatory
College Advantages
With exceptional skills training, distinct graduation honors and special transcript recognition, The Valor Conservatory for the Arts college applicants have a leg up on the competition.
Career Advantages
We pair each Conservatory student with a faculty mentor, offer specialized career counseling, and offer unique course opportunities that afford the maximum career advantage.
Life-Long Advantages
Combining intense training with mentorship, experiences that strengthen confidence, and opportunities to create beauty, students will build a foundation that influences a lifetime.
Performing Arts Concentrations
Music
- Instrumental and Vocal Performance
- Studio Recording
- Song Writing and Music Composition
- Artist Development
- Master Classes
Dance
- Contemporary Technique
Weekly Classes in lyrical, jazz and ballet - Dance Conditioning
- Master Classes
Theatre
- Acting, Stage and Film
- Musical Theatre
- Master Classes
Performance
- Students may also choose a general performing arts focus with an individualized path based on their interests and goals.
- Master Classes
Visual Arts Concentrations
Traditional
- Ceramics
- Drawing and Painting
- Photography
- Graphic Design
- Master Classes
* Students may also elect to have a visual arts concentration and pursue a variety of courses tailored to their passions from all areas of visual arts.
Digital
- Film Production
- Podcasting
- Multimedia Journalism
- General Media Arts
- Master Classes
* Students may also elect to have a visual arts concentration and pursue a variety of courses tailored to their passions from all areas of visual arts.