Performing & visual arts
Performing & visual arts

Performing and visual arts program

At Colegio Terranova, students enrich their learning journey through Music and Visual Arts, woven into the curriculum from Preschool through Secondary School. They explore instruments, ensembles, and creative techniques while experimenting with painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital design.
 
Through performances, exhibitions, and specialization, students grow in confidence, develop their talents, share their voices, and step into the world ready to make an impact.

Areas of specialization

Preschool

In Preschool, young musicians explore the joy of music through weekly, play-based sessions.

They experiment with percussion, xylophones, small keyboards, and simple melodic instruments, discovering rhythm, pitch, and tempo.

Singing, movement, and collaborative music-making help develop listening, creativity, and teamwork, making every session a fun introduction to musical expression.

Preschool

Primary School

In Primary School, students continue their musical journey with two hours of structured lessons each week, exploring a wider range of instruments and participating in group ensembles.

They discover melody, harmony, and basic music reading, while singing, movement, and creative activities keep learning playful and fun. Students share their progress in classroom performances, school concerts, and ensemble groups, celebrating each other’s achievements.

Through collaboration, creativity, and regular performance, they build confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of making music together.

Primary School

Secondary School

Students in Secondary School explore their musical passions by choosing an instrument - piano, guitar, violin, or voice - and making it their own.

They perform in school orchestras, choirs, chamber ensembles, and solo recitals, gaining real experience on stage and in competitions.

Along the way, they build advanced skills in instrument proficiency, music theory, composition, improvisation, and ensemble collaboration, growing as confident, creative, and expressive musicians.

Secondary School

Preschool

Young artists in Preschool discover the joy of creating through playful, hands-on experiences with drawing, painting, clay modeling, and sensory projects.

During weekly sessions in the Magic Rooms, they explore color, texture, and form while developing observation skills and fine motor control.

Guided by curiosity and imagination, each child expresses themselves freely, building confidence and a lifelong love for creativity in a space full of inspiration and wonder.

Preschool

Primary School

Children bring their ideas to life using a mix of media - from painting and printmaking to sculpture, textiles, and digital design.

During 1 – 2 weekly sessions, they explore new techniques, experiment with textures, and play with materials, discovering their unique artistic voice.

Their creations are shared in school galleries and at special events, giving students a sense of pride, confidence, and joy in expressing themselves through art.

Primary School

Secondary School

In Secondary School, students can choose Visual Arts as an IB subject, exploring advanced techniques, portfolio development, and conceptual art.

They build skills in composition, perspective, color theory, printmaking, sculpture, and digital media, developing a distinctive artistic voice.

Their work is showcased in school exhibitions, national competitions, and public galleries, giving students confidence, the opportunity to share their creativity, and preparation for university-level art programs or lifelong artistic pursuits.

Secondary School

Specialist facilities

Students bring their creativity to life in inspiring music and arts spaces designed for collaboration, performance, and exploration. Whether composing, drawing, or creating, these environments encourage curiosity, skill development, and artistic expression at every level.

Performing & visual arts FAQs

Students from Preschool through Secondary School participate in a dynamic Arts program that includes Music, Visual Arts, Sculpture, Printmaking, and Digital Design. These disciplines are integrated into the curriculum and guided by specialist teachers using dedicated facilities.

Arts education begins in Preschool and continues through Secondary, allowing students to progressively build their creative and technical skills. From early rhythm and movement to more advanced musical and visual expression, students develop confidence and artistic awareness at every stage.

Students can explore and specialize in instruments such as:

  • Piano
  • Guitar (with a dedicated guitar practice room)
  • Violin (with private rehearsal spaces)
  • Voice, including choir and ensemble training opportunities

Throughout the year, students showcase their talent in school concerts, seasonal presentations (such as Christmas and Halloween), and the major Coreografías event a large-scale school performance celebrating music, movement, and creativity across all sections.

Yes. Students can obtain internationally recognized certifications such as LAMDA qualifications, strengthening their artistic portfolio and supporting university applications with valuable skills in communication, creativity, and confidence.

The programs are led by specialist educators in both music and visual arts who bring expertise, creativity, and real-world insight, encouraging every student to explore and express their artistic potential.

Students experiment with diverse techniques and media, including:

  • Painting and sculpture
  • Printmaking and mixed media
  • Digital art and design

These experiences help students develop creative thinking, artistic voice, and personal expression.

Colegio Terranova offers dedicated art and music classrooms, including:

  • Music rooms for different age levels
  • Guitar and violin practice areas
  • Choir rehearsal room
  • A well-equipped Art Studio for painting, sculpture, and digital creation

Each space is designed to inspire imagination, collaboration, and artistic growth.

Families are welcome to contact our Admissions Office or schedule a school visit to discover our Music and Visual Arts programs in person.

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Express your talents at Colegio Terranova and shine through our music and visual arts specialist programs.

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