Glenalmond College Scotland Independent co-educational boarding school Creativity and Imagination

Creativity and Imagination

From recreation to performance, the creative arts are an essential route to self-expression and personal development.

Art & Design, Music and Drama help to articulate character, build confidence and, quite simply, bring tremendous pleasure - the value we place on them is reflected in the provision of purpose-built Art and Music schools, and a 300-seat Theatre.

Art & Design

Our approach emphasises observational drawing as an investigative tool and as a foundation for further study. Acquiring and understanding ‘visual vocabulary’ is vigorously pursued, in particular through the sketchbook. There are also frequent workshops with visiting artists and designers.

Drama

Drama can play a huge role in developing teamwork and self-esteem. It is not just about acting: behind the scenes pupils work on set design and construction, stage management and lighting and sound. There are on average four productions a year and a number of these have recently played at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Regular trips to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee take in the latest productions.

Music

From the Pipe Band, Orchestra and Jazz Band to string quartets, rock bands and rappers, music at Glenalmond takes in almost every genre.

Our tradition is Chapel-based, reflected today in our outstanding Chapel and Chamber Choirs. Over half of all pupils receive instrumental tuition, taught by a team of twenty specialists. Weekly lunchtime recitals, House concerts and larger public performances allow pupils at every level to perform in the Music School’s handsome auditorium. Our renowned Pipe Bands perform at competitions and festivals in the UK and abroad.

With an advanced recording studio and software, Glenalmond is one of the few schools to offer a course in Music Technology.


THE TOUR The Warden's Greeting Learning and Growth Creativity and Imagination Understanding and Support Recreation and Adventure Partnership and the Community Continuity and the Future Admissions Process How to find us Request a Prospectus Home		Creativity and Imagination From recreation to performance, the creative arts are an essential route to self-expression and personal development. Art & Design, Music and Drama help to articulate character, build confidence and, quite simply, bring tremendous pleasure - the value we place on them is reflected in the provision of purpose-built Art and Music schools, and a 300-seat Theatre. Art & Design Our approach emphasises observational drawing as an investigative tool and as a foundation for further study. Acquiring and understanding ‘visual vocabulary’ is vigorously pursued, in particular through the sketchbook. There are also frequent workshops with visiting artists and designers. Drama Drama can play a huge role in developing teamwork and self-esteem. It is not just about acting: behind the scenes pupils work on set design and construction, stage management and lighting and sound. There are on average four productions a year and a number of these have recently played at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Regular trips to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee take in the latest productions. Music From the Pipe Band, Orchestra and Jazz Band to string quartets, rock bands and rappers, music at Glenalmond takes in almost every genre. Our tradition is Chapel-based, reflected today in our outstanding Chapel and Chamber Choirs. Over half of all pupils receive instrumental tuition, taught by a team of twenty specialists. Weekly lunchtime recitals, House concerts and larger public performances allow pupils at every level to perform in the Music School’s handsome auditorium. Our renowned Pipe Bands perform at competitions and festivals in the UK and abroad. With an advanced recording studio and software, Glenalmond is one of the few schools to offer a course in Music Technology.