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About the Learning Area
The Music School is currently made up of a team of 41 staff covering all areas of classical and contemporary music styles: all orchestra and band instruments, voice, keyboard instruments including pianoforte and harpsichord, and classroom music. Some staff are conductors of bands, choirs, orchestras and strings, and several are also specialists in chamber groups, rock bands and jazz groups.
The wide range of Music courses offered in the Senior School caters for individual differences, integrated IB and VCE music courses and specialist tuition programs. There are three strands to the Music program at Carey:
- Class music;
- Music performance;
- Specialist tuition.
Through participation in the programs, students develop skills in performing and presenting. They develop teamwork skills and discipline in organisation and expression, they contribute to School events and provide a community social service.
Class Music is a part of the core curriculum from Early Learning to Year 7 inclusive. From Year 8 to Year 12 class Music is an elective subject. The curriculum emphasises appreciation, listening, analysis of music, composing and studies in the theory of music. The course work includes some practical music making. The music selected for study enables students to gain an insight into many different cultures.
Music Technology
Music Technology is integrated into the Music programs from Year 7 to Year 12. Using notebook computers, Music Technology allows students to research their own interests in greater depth. They are able to compose and develop aural skills at their own pace, and record and edit music. There is a Music Technology laboratory with iMac desktop computers and MIDI keyboards.
Specialist Tuition
We offer specialist instrumental and voice tuition. Tuition is primarily provided by more than 30 specialist sessional teaching staff and overseen by the Head of Performing Arts in conjunction with instrumental Co-ordinators. Students may choose to receive tuition as an extra-curricular subject or elect it as part of IB or VCE Music courses.
Concerts
Each year Music students perform in a wide range of concerts including Ensemble Concerts, the Whole School Concert, the Whole School Choral Evening, IB/VCE Recitals, Recital Nights, Jazz Nights and Cabaret Night. These concerts typically feature a wide range of music styles and characters.
School Events
Music students participate in School events including Easter and Christmas Services, Commencement Service, Anzac Day Service, Assembly and Chapel services. They make a valuable contribution to School life at Carey.
Music Examinations
Students are able to develop their solo practical skills by sitting music examinations once they have achieved the prerequisite grade examinations in practical and theory.
Musical Productions, Performance and Tuition Programs
For more information about co-curricular musical productions, music performance and music tuition programs please visit the Co-curricular pages.
