Music
At Elisabeth Murdoch College, all students have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and engaging music program. The music staff aim to provide a program that encourages students to become involved in quality music making with authentic performance experiences both within the college and the wider community as the College recognised the strong link between learning to play an instrument and students experiencing success at school in all areas.
‘Students highly engaged in music were, on average, academically over 1 year ahead of the peers not engaged in music’ Bigger Better Brains, Dr Anita Collins
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Students enrolled in instrumental music lessons at the College have a weekly lesson on their instrument and are also involved in one primary ensemble rehearsal each week. The College caters for students who are beginners right up to the more experienced player. In their instrumental music lessons students; learn to read music notation, develop the technical skills required for their particular instrument, develop their ability to think creatively and improve their listening skills through a scaffolded program.
Lessons from specialised instrumental music staff are available on the following instruments:
- Flute, clarinet, alto/tenor saxophone
- Trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba
- Percussion – tuned and untuned
- Voice
- Guitar
PRIMARY ENSEMBLE
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Junior Concert Band |
Intermediate Concert Band |
Senior Concert Band |
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Vocal Ensemble |
Guitar Ensemble |
SECONDARY ENSEMBLES – Students must be part of a primary ensemble before auditioning for a small ensemble.
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Stage Band |
Clarinet Ensemble |
Saxophone Ensemble |
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Flute Ensemble |
Percussion Ensemble |
Brass Ensemble |
CALLING FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC LESSONS – 2023
To submit an expression of interest in your student enrolling in Instrumental Music Lessons in 2023 at Elisabeth Murdoch College please complete the google form at this link: https://forms.gle/q2B7rqaDszoWJyJi6
If you have any questions about the program please contact the Instrumental Music team via email elisabeth.murdoch.co@education.vic.gov.au
‘Musically trained children’s ability to control their responses is one of the most important factors contributing to their improved academic performance’ Bigger Better Brains, Dr Anita Collins
