Music Curriculum

The Music Curriculum is an important pillar of learning for our students. Next to the co-curricular opportunities and instrumental tuition the curriculum / music classes enable students deepen their knowledge of all aspects of music and gain valuable credits on their way to achieve University Entry.

The individual music programmes for the classroom are listed in the next column. The College offers a comprehensive pathways from Year 9 to Year 13 as well as Music Scholarship. The curriculum is cleverly intervowen with the co-curricular and combines skill-based practical learning with academic concepts and context around music.

Music is a highly successful learning area of the school, where students usually exceed their own expectations. This doesn't mean however that it is only for highly experienced students or prodigees. We are especially proud of the fact that our students often develop in our department from beginner to expert level and grow to be respected and well-rounded musicians.

The academic concepts and thinking skills taught in the music classroom are extremely valuable for students aiming at any academic tertiary study. Music students not only achieve on average higher overall grades (GPA) than students that don't take music, our program also leads seamlessly into the academic requirements of tertiary study. One example of this can be seen in the unique course designs especially in Year 12 / 13, which allows students to choose standards individually for themselves. A second example would be the teaching of academic research, which is modelled on current tertiary requirements and enables students to practise the exact type of research required for any University subject.

Year 9 CORE MUSIC

Music is a COMPULSORY Core Subject for all students in Year 9. The CORE MUSIC class is for 3 periods per rotation on the 6 day timetable. When completing the Year 9 online enrolment forms, students will be asked to identify their preferred CORE MUSIC class from the list below.

Year 9 Chamber Class
Year 9 Symphonic Band Class
(Concert Band)
Year 9 Big Band Class (Jazz Band)
Year 9 Rock Class (Auditioned)
Year 9 Guitar Class
Year 9 Keyboard Class
Year 9 Performing Arts Class
(Musical Theatre)

Year 9 OPTION MUSIC
9MPF

In ADDITION to Core Music, students may also choose Music as an Option in Year 9. The course intends to enable students an in-depth look into music at high-school level. The course does not double up on the learning in the core music course, instead it extends from there and focusses on individual achievement goals for each student. While students don't have to have vast experience in playing a musical instrument, it is recommended that students are interested in learning one.

Year 10 MUSIC
10MPF, 10MUS, 10PFA

In year 10 students can choose from three music options: 10MPF, which is a continuation for students from year 9 who have had formal music tuition in the past (incl. reading notation); 10MUS is for students who like the practical aspects but yet have to experience formal musical learning. The 10PFA option is a new choice for students who want to continue the pathway of musical theatre, combining elements of music, dance and drama. For more information please click HERE

Year 11 MUSIC
11MPF, 11MUS

In year 11 students choose between two courses, 11MPF and 11MUS. The choice is based on the student's prior experiences, results and will be made with the advice of previous music teachers and tutors. For more
information please click HERE.

Year 12 MUSIC
12MPF, 12MUS

In year 12 students choose between two courses, 12MPF and 12MUS. The choice is based on the student's prior experiences, results and will be made with the advice of previous music teachers and tutors. As part of both courses students will individualise their program by being able to choose specific standards. For more information please click HERE.

Year 13 MUSIC
13MPF, 13MUS, 13MSCHOL

In year 13 students choose between two courses, 13MPF and 13MUS. The choice is based on the student's prior experiences, results and will be made with the advice of previous music teachers and tutors. Students can also choose an additional SCHOLARSHIP course in preperation for Music Scholarship and/or Music at tertiary level. As part of all courses students will completely individualise their program by being able to choose specific standards. For more information please click HERE .