Alamo is one of a few elementary schools in San Francisco that offers a strong vocal music program. Through this program, students learn MUSICIANSHIP with their voices. They learn about pitch, melody, rhythm, expression, and composing. They also learn performance skills by participating in special concerts for Alamo School and the community.

A wonderful benefit of the music program is that students experience the joy of singing together and sharing songs from many countries and cultures.

The driving force that made this program such a success has been through the dedicated music instruction of Kat Sena. She has been part of the Alamo School instructional staff since 1994. Her music background as a recording artist, composer and choral director adds to the depth of instruction and has inspired her students.

The Alamo Friendship Chorus was founded in 1996. It is open to students in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades, with each member applying and auditioning to join. Now over 100 students strong, the members practice twice a week before school. The audition is not to "judge" the student's voice, but to assess progress in pitch and projection. Since the chorus is voluntary, it is important that students make a commitment to the group.

In Kat's words…"It has been my great fortune to develop my career on the rich foundation of working with young people. Through music education, I try to share the wonder of being creative with my students and help them find their own artistic voice."

It is easy to see why Alamo's Music Program and Friendship Chorus are so special.