Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy

Music at ICIA

The music program at Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy is led by Ms. Jordan Sparks, who is excited to join the ICIA community! Rooted in the California Arts Standards, the program is designed to support student success while fostering a passion for music.

This program will engage students in developing musicianship, technical skill, and musical expression through a blended approach based on the Orff-Schulwerk and Kodály philosophies. In the lower grades, students explore rhythm and melody through singing, movement, and hands-on experiences with Orff xylophones and percussion. In the upper grades, students begin learning string instruments and build foundational ensemble skills through age-appropriate instruction and activities.

We are also proud to be partnering with Pacific Symphony’s Class Act program—an award-winning music education initiative that brings professional musicians into schools to support and enrich students’ musical experiences through workshops, assemblies, and performances.

This is a growing program with exciting opportunities ahead. Ms. Sparks is committed to building a joyful and inclusive learning environment and looks forward to watching the program expand and evolve in the years to come.