Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts

We enjoy an international reputation as the first and foremost high school committed to nurturing students dedicated to the arts. Our dual mission provides a uniquely balanced educational experience that includes both demanding conservatory-style training and a rigorous, comprehensive academic program. Our building features world-class facilities including a concert hall; art, dance, music, recording and theater studios, science and computer labs, and an art gallery. Almost all of our graduates continue their studies, gaining admission to highly selective schools. Our graduates have distinguished themselves in virtually every field, including the arts and sciences, medicine, law, business, education, and public service.

• A challenging conservatory approach in ballet and modern dance. Supplementary courses include: dance history, choreography, theatre dance (tap and jazz), career management and survival skills.
• Participants study sight singing, music theory, and music history. This studio performing groups include four symphony orchestras, two concert bands, two jazz bands, and three musical pit orchestras. Participants also the the opportunity to compose, conduct, and perform original repertoire.
• Participants study sight singing, music theory, and music history. This studio performing groups include Elementary, Mixed, Girls, WomenÂ’s, and Senior Choruses; Gospel Choir; Show Choir; and an opera production. Participants receive training in Italian, German, and French vocal literaure. Music electives include chamber music, guitar, music technology, and songwriting.
• Practical training in scenic carpentry, lighting technology, costume construction, sound properites, stage management, technical drawing, and design. Students participate in both the production and performance aspects for the various school events.
• Theater preparation through courses in acting, voice and diction, physical techniques, theater history and script analysis.
• Two years training in traditional skills and disciplines, which include drawing, painting in water-based media, graphic design, and painting in oils and acrylics. After taking the core art courses, students take advanced courses in the subjects listed and with other elective offerings such as architecture, art history, ceramics, computer graphics, mural painting, photography, print making, and sculpture.

• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents

• Course Grades: English (85-100), Math (80-100), Social Studies (83-100), Science (85-100)
• Course Grades: English (85-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (86-100), Science (86-100)
• Course Grades: English (85-100), Math (84-100), Social Studies (85-100), Science (84-100)
• Course Grades: English (87-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (88-100), Science (87-100)
• Course Grades: English (86-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (86-100), Science (85-100)
• Course Grades: English (85-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (85-100), Science (85-100)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.4-4.5), Math (2.3-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.7-4.5), Math (3.1-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.8-4.5), Math (2.8-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (3.0-4.5), Math (3.1-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (3.0-4.5), Math (3.0-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.9-4.5), Math (3.1-4.5)
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Written Response (On-Site)
• Audition
• Audition
• Audition
• Audition
• Audition
• Audition

CTE program(s) in: Arts, A/V Technology & Communication

iLearnNYC: Program for expanded online coursework and self-paced learning

Students have a daily program that includes both a multi-period conservatory studio block and a full college preparatory academic course load

Each studio has a four-year sequence of courses and opportunities for students to participate in performances and exhibitions

Students completing the applicable NYC Studio Comprehensive exam receive a special endorsement on their diploma

AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP English, AP Environmental Science, AP French, AP Human Geography, AP Italian, AP Japanese, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US History, AP World History

BxM2, M10, M104, M11, M12, M20, M31, M5, M57, M66, M7, M72, X12, X14, X30, X42

Amnesty Int'l, Anime, Arista, ASPIRA, Black Student Union, Chinese Student Assoc., Claymazing, Comic Book, Cult Classics, Debate, Disney VoluntEars, Environment, Fashion, Film, Future Voters of America, GSA, Girls Learn, Habitat for Humanity, Harry Potter, Jewish Union, Math Team, Mock Trial, Moot Court, Murals, Journalism, Random Acts of Kindness, Red Cross, Relay For Life, School Leadership, Science Outreach, Shamisen, Social Action, Splashes of Hope, Student Gov't, Ukulele For Good, Yearbook

• Dance
• Instrumental Music
• Vocal Music
• Technical Theatre
• Drama
• Fine Art

• Performing Arts
• Performing Arts
• Performing Arts
• Performing Arts
• Performing Arts
• Visual Art & Design

• Applicants participate in both a ballet class and a modern dance class. Female applicants must wear a leotard, footless or convertible tights, and ballet shoes. Males should wear a fitted t-shirt, black leggings, fitted black sweatpants or black tights, and ballet shoes. Applicants are evaluated for their potential to succeed in the specific training offered.
• Applicants should prepare a solo selection to perform without accompaniment and bring one copy of the music they plan to perform. Applicants should bring their instruments to the audition, except those auditioning on piano, percussion, tuba, double bass, and harp. These instruments will be provided by the school at the audition. Amplifiers will also be provided at the audition for electric guitarists. Applicants will be tested for rhythm and tonal memory and will be asked to complete a sight-reading of a given selection.
• Applicants should prepare a song to sing without accompaniment for the audition. The musical selection can be classical or popular in style. In the audition, applicants will be asked to sing back melodic patterns and tap back rhythmic patterns. LaGuardia High School has a suggested online song list (www.laguardiahs.org). Applicants are not required to select from the song list.
• Applicants are expected to bring a prepared 3D design model/diorama for presentation, along with a photograph of the diorama. Applicants will be asked to participate in a small-group, hands-on practical in one or more aspects of technical theater.
• Applicants should be prepared to perform two contrasting one-minute monologues. Applicants will be asked to do an impromptu reading and participate in an interview. Attire should allow free movement since applicants may be asked to demonstrate how well they move physically.
• Applicants must bring a portfolio of 8-15 pieces of original artwork done in a variety of media. The artwork should be from observation, imagination, and memory, and labeled appropriately. Photographsnot originalsof three-dimensional (3D) works may be included. For the audition, applicants will be given three drawing assignments, including drawing the human figure from observation, drawing a still life from memory, and creating a drawing in color, based on imagination. All drawing materials for auditions will be supplied by the school at the audition.