Fine & Performing Arts

Art club is a club dedicated to creating. The members of art club should always come in ready to explore creatively. If they are in need of direction, there will always be a prompt. Prompts will always be optional, and only there for people who need inspiration. These prompts will give everyone the space to create something entirely from their own imagination. They are a push in the right direction. 

The art club may always be open, but it's nice to have peers creating side by side with you. The club creates a community for anyone interested in art. Members should always feel free to express themselves in any way, while using materials from our art studio. 

Whether our sessions are online or in person, students are committed to showing up and participating. Every activity is student driven, and this enthusiasm is what makes our club so dynamic and productive. 

The Ramaz Band consists of students grades 9-12 who are dedicated to the study of a musical instrument at a high level. The joyful rehearsals take place on Tuesdays after school. The group primarily plays rock music as well as Israeli music, jazz, and pop. The band accompanies the annual Ramaz Dinner, and plays throughout the school year at various community and cultural events. 

Veteran singers in grades 10-12 have the option of auditioning for the Ramaz Chamber Choir. Members of the Chamber Choir also sing in the larger Upper School Choir. This group of advanced singers performs throughout the school year at various community and cultural events. They sing accompanied, as well as a cappella, and learn to sight sing. Rehearsals take place on Tuesdays after school, and are in addition to Upper School Choir rehearsals. Members understand that being part of this elite singing group is a major commitment. Competition for the few open slots is fierce, but well worth the effort. While it requires a tremendous amount of devotion, it is extremely rewarding and a lot of fun. Auditions take place each spring for the upcoming year. 

The Upper School Choir is the largest co-curricular activity that meets on a regular basis, consisting of approximately 50 students from grades 9-12. They are the premier performing group in school and are widely acclaimed for their talent, spirit, and professionalism. They sing in styles ranging from Renaissance liturgical music to contemporary secular and Israeli pop. Highlights of each year include their performance at the Annual Dinner, a choir trip (recent trips have included Boston, Washington DC, Los Angeles, and Israel) and a Ramaz album recorded roughly every three years. Auditions take place in September and rehearsals are Wednesdays after school. 

The Ramaz Dance Ensemble learns various dance techniques including Modern, Jazz, Ballet, Israeli Folk Dance, Hip Hop, and others. Students also have opportunities to create their own dances. The ensemble performs at the annual Dinner Dance, at other school functions and around the city. Auditions are held at the beginning of the school year.

If you play acoustic, electric, or bass guitar, you should consider trying out for the new and exciting club, “Guitar Ensemble.” While the challenges of “Ensemble” are demanding, they are equally enjoyable and promise to expand your playing and musical abilities. We strum student and instructor-driven compositions as well as guitar-specific repertoires. “Guitar Ensemble” is an after-school club on Tuesday.

In the history of art, photography as a medium is comparatively young. In the attempt to define the role of photography in the world of images, it is interesting to explore the attraction we have to the camera. This club allows individuals a chance to uncover the reasons for this fascination.

The club is open to all students who are interested in learning the art of black and white photography. Students work on individual projects and may ultimately create a comprehensive portfolio.

Stage Crew gives students experience creating scenery, organizing costumes, and working backstage for the school’s theatrical productions. We paint, draw, and build props and scenery. This work requires energy and enthusiasm, but all levels of creativity and ability are welcome (any previous experience is always appreciated). Stage Crew is a great creative outlet at the end of a hard day.

Ramaz Theatre consists of a musical, a drama, and senior show. Catapulting the cast into a fantastical world, Ramaz Theatre allows its participants to explore various characters and settings. It is a unique experience mingling the upperclassmen and underclassmen together, melding the group into more than just a cast. While the productions are magnificent, the shows entail a certain amount of devotion, rehearsing approximately three times a week. The commitment, however, only lasts for about six weeks, still allowing students to pursue other interests.