Together in Music

2021 HANDBOOK

Instrumental lessons, music ensemble and class opportunities for Canberra Girls Grammar School students, non‑CGGS students and adult community members. Canberra Girls Grammar School Together in Music 2021 Handbook

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Contents Welcome 4

The Music Academy Patron 5

The Music Academy Staff 6

Instrumental Studies Program Available to CGGS Students from Years 1-12 7

Instrumental Studies Program Available to non-CGGS Students and adult community members 11

The Music Academy Program CGGS Students (Prep–Year–12) 14

The Music Academy Program Non-CGGS Students and adult community members 18

Music Academy Ensemble & Class Descriptions 21

2021 Rehearsal Schedule 28

Performance Uniform 29

Scholarships 29

Communication 30

Friends of Music (FoM) 31

Enrol now for 2021 31

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Welcome to The Music Academy The Music Academy Patron at Canberra Girls Grammar School Professor Malcolm Gillies

Music education at Canberra Girls Grammar School aims to create Malcolm Gillies entered the kindergarten at Canberra Girls Grammar pathways for students and members of the community to achieve School in 1959, when his mother joined the School’s staff as a through music. It encourages each individual to experience the joy mathematics teacher. Malcolm later studied at Narrabundah High School of music, regardless of age or ability, as an integral part of The Music and Canberra Grammar School, while learning violin from Vincent Edwards Academy Program. There is an emphasis on active participation and at the Canberra School of Music and piano with Claire Laws of Deakin. individual expression and the development of the rich knowledge He was leader of the Canberra Youth Orchestra in 1971–72. involved in making music. We strive to provide a broad and innovative range of music making opportunities and recognise the power When 17, Malcolm was accepted into the Royal College of Music in London, of music through community. as a pianist, violinist and theorist. He gained a Cambridge BA in Music, and a London MMus and PhD in Theory and Analysis, along with an ANU BA Music is an important element of our school community. It is a pursuit in Classics, and in 2004 was awarded a higher Doctor of Music degree from that both challenges and enriches us through performance and academic the University of Melbourne for his publications in music history study. The Music Academy provides a broad musical experience through and aesthetics. He was Dean of Music at the University of Queensland, Joel Copeland which we can challenge our skills, knowledge and understanding, Professor Malcolm Gillies and a deputy vice-chancellor at the ANU before becoming the president of Dean of Music celebrating the very thing that can bring communities together, music! Patron two London universities during 2007–14.

We are fortunate to have a faculty of music staff who place a high value on inspiring a passion for music in all. Our As a musician, his interests lie in music theory and analysis, history, musicology, aural training and criticism. He has staff are committed to pursuing our collective goals: published many studies about Béla Bartók and Percy Grainger, as well as education. Since 1997 he has been the editor of Oxford University Press’s Studies in Music Genesis, Structure and Interpretation series. • To delivery broad, innovative and high-quality musical experiences for CGGS students and members of the community; Malcolm is now an Emeritus Professor of London Metropolitan University and the ANU, and a member of the • To build a caring, inclusive and nurturing music community; Order of Australia (AM). He is a passionate supporter of music “every day, and in every way”. • To scaffold the learning and performance opportunities for each individual and ensemble within The Music Academy program; A Message from Our Patron • To develop musicians who are independent, reflective and life-long learners; Music is all about connection: of notes, rhythms, instruments, people and entire communities. I enjoyed my early • To provide the highest calibre staff, focused on reflective practice and professional learning; years in Canberra, in which music was such an important focus of daily life. Whether at home, at school, in music • To strengthen the opportunities offered by The Music Academy through the development of strategic groups, on camps, or exciting trips away, music was always something to look forward to, to try hard with, yet partnerships and alliances; always to enjoy. As patron of The Music Academy at Canberra Girls Grammar School, I do hope that these programs • To advocate for a quality music education for all; will allow you to appreciate more the great mental, aural and physical traction that is music. Whether you are seven • To celebrate and communicate our history and tradition of Music at CGGS. or seventy, there is music for you: pieces to play, songs to sing, skills to practise, and wonderful works of musical art perhaps just to contemplate. Music is about the mind, the heart and that other thing we sometimes call “the soul”. This handbook contains information regarding Instrumental Studies, Lessons and the broader Music Academy And in this mad world, we especially need lots of “soul”. ensembles and classes, and it is my hope that it will inform your decision making regarding the musical opportunities available to you, your children or extended family and friends. The Music Academy seeks to share CGGS’s musical expertise and accomplishments more widely than ever before. Its offerings cover a wide range of styles of music and different skills or techniques. Led by the excellent CGGS music staff, the Academy’s programs throw open the School’s doors to the community, whether as individuals, groups or more formal artistic partners. Yes, music is all about connection, and making new connections. Perhaps there is a new experience here at The Music Academy for you.

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The Music Academy Staff Instrumental Studies Program

Available to CGGS Students from Years 1–12

Joel Copeland Individual Lessons DEAN OF MUSIC The Instrumental Studies Program comprises individual lessons held weekly and conducted by visiting specialist Instrumental Tutors. The Music Academy Administrator and Head of Junior School Music arrange Jennifer Groom HEAD OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS JUNIOR SCHOOL instrumental lessons and allocate teaching studios. The specific scheduling of lessons is made between the Instrumental Studies Tutors, the student and their parents/caregivers. Instrumental Studies lessons operate on a rotating timetable so that students miss a different academic class lesson each week. There is an age Rowan Harvey-Martin Natalie Guile HEAD OF ORCHESTRAS HEAD OF BANDS restriction on some instruments due to the size and physical requirements needed to play them.

Stephen Rabe Sonia Connor Weekly half hour lessons can be taken on the following instruments and are delivered by the following HEAD OF WOODWIND HEAD OF CHOIRS instrumental tutors: Lilian Hathorn HEAD OF KEYBOARD Piano Flute/Fife Oboe Trombone and (Available to students (Available to students (Available to students Euphonium Stephen Leek Kylie Loveland in Years 1–12) in Years 2–12) in Years 5–12) (Available to students COMPOSITION AND ACCOMPANIST Inessa Bano, Charlene Kate Murphy, Teresa Jordan London COMMUNITY CHOIR in Years 4–12) Tim Wickham Brighenti, Pip Candy, Rabe, Rebecca Timoney John Gilbert Mikey O’Neil STRINGS Lilian Hathorn, Suzanne Clarinet AUDIO PRODUCTION (Available to students Rebecca Lovett-Kotzé Hewitt, Kylie Loveland, Guitar Trumpet Elena Nikulina, Giselle in Years 4–12) Rebecca Timoney STRINGS (Available to students (Available to students FLUTE ENSEMBLE Roberts, Christine in Years 2–12) Demetri Niedorf, John Couch in Years 3–12) Thompson Stephen Rabe Ethan McAlister GUITAR ENSEMBLES John Couch, Minh le Justin Lingard POP BANDS Hoang, Ethan McAlister Minh Le Hoang Violin and Viola Bassoon Jenny Sawer GUITAR ENSEMBLES Tuba (Available to students Percussion/ (Available to students CONTEMPORARY (Available to students Christina Hopgood in Years 1–12) in Years 5–12) Drum Kit in Years 4–12) Charlene Brighenti PERCUSSION Elizabeth Edward, Rowan (Available to students Jordan London THEORY ENSEMBLES John Gilbert, Viv Martin Harvey-Martin, in Years 3–12) Saxophone Viv Martin Veronica Bailey Rebecca Lovett-Kotzé, Veronica Bailey, Harp CONCERT BAND PERCUSSION Eliana Piddington, Christina Hopgood (Available to students AND HANDBELLS ENSEMBLES (Available to students Tim Wickham in Years 4–12) in Years 5–12) Grant Simpson Sophie Edwards Organ Demetri Niedorf, Alice Giles, POP BANDS JAZZ ENSEMBLE Cello (Available to students Stephen Rabe Rowan Phemister Sara David Justin Lingard (Available to students in Years 4–12) STRINGS, CHOIRS, CONCERT BAND AND in Years 1–12) Bronwyn Brown French Horn EARLY CHILDHOOD, PERCUSSION BRASS ENSEMBLE Gillian Pereira, (Available to students Double Bass/ Lim Hur Greta Claringbould Megan Taylor in Years 4–12) STRINGS AND KEYBOARD CHOIRS Bass Guitar Carly Brown Voice (Available to students (Available to students in Years 4–12) Lisa Christie in Years 2–12) Hayley Manning, *Bio information on all Instrumental Studies MUSIC ACADEMY ADMINISTRATOR Greta Claringbould, Ethan McAlister Tutors can be found on The Music Academy Sonia Connor, Jade webpage: http://themusicacademy.cggs.act.edu. McFaul, Alira Prideaux, au/music-academy-staff/ Jenny Sawer

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Instrumental Studies Tutors

Instrumental tutors who provide instrumental studies lessons through The Music Academy are professional Participation/Absence Procedures • If an instrumental tutor is unable to attend, every musicians and most are not employed by the School. Parents/caregivers are advised that The Music Academy acts • The majority of instrumental lessons for students effort will be made to reschedule the lesson. If this only as an intermediary, and that there is a legal obligation associated with any ‘Tuition Contract’ they enter into with in Years 1–10 occur during class time on is not possible, the fee for that lesson will be credited their son/daughter’s instrumental tutor. a weekly basis. to the following term. • Students in Years 2–10 have lessons on a rotational • Students may have multiple/extended lessons each Reporting basis so as not to miss the same academic week. However, they cannot have more than one half lesson each week. Year 1 students have a set time hour lesson per week during class time in the Junior The Music Record Book is an important communication tool between the Instrumental Tutors and the parents. each week organised in consultation with their School or two half hour lessons per week during Instrumental Tutors will record work covered in each lesson to form the focus for the students practice for the instrumental tutor and classroom teacher. class time in the Senior School. If students are week ahead. Students should also use the Music Record Book to record ensemble repertoire, as instructed by their • Students in Year 11 and 12 are given priority to having two lessons during class time per week, these conductors during rehearsals to be covered in consultation with Instrumental Studies Tutors during weekly lessons. schedule their lessons during study periods, before lessons should not be during the same academic or after school or during lunchtimes. class in a week or be scheduled back to back. Instrumental Studies –Terms and Conditions • Students will be issued with a Music Record Book It is expected that all students undertaking Instrumental Studies Lessons from Years 1–12 meet and are required to bring this with them to each Payment/Discontinuation the following requirements: lesson and ensemble rehearsal/s. • Instrumental studies lesson charges are set by the • Students are to leave class no earlier than five tutor and are approximately $46.00 (ex GST) per half minutes before the start of their music lesson and Enrolment and Prerequisites • Students in Years 7–12 undertaking instrumental hour. Lessons are based on a calendar year, paid for return to class no later than five minutes of the lessons at school are required to participate in at on a term by term basis, one term in advance and • Instrumental lessons are a full academic lesson finishing. least one relevant Music Academy ensemble or payable to the Instrumental Tutor by the due date, year commitment. • Students in Years 7–12 must sign out of class class for the duration of time they are enrolled in as indicated on issued instrumental tutor invoices. • For each new academic year, both new students on the computer located at The Music Academy Instrumental Studies lessons. Students in Years • If parents/caregivers decide to withdraw their son or to the program and continuing students are required Administrator’s Office prior to their lesson and sign 1–6 who are undertaking instrumental studies daughter from instrumental lessons, notice must be to complete the online enrolment process. back in before heading back to class. lessons at school are strongly encouraged to provided in writing to the Instrumental Tutor and the • Students wishing to receive individual lessons are • Students are not permitted to leave class for a music take part in relevant Music Academy ensembles Dean of Music, no later than the end of Week 7 of to complete the online application form by Friday, lesson when they have scheduled assessment or classes. the term prior to discontinuation. Failure to do so will 4 December. An Instrumental Tutor will then be tasks, exams or excursions. These activities are • Students in their first year of individual lessons on result in the follow term’s fees being payable. arranged for lessons to commence in Term 1, 2021. scheduled in advance, so it is the student’s/parent’s an instrument will be placed in a suitable Music The enrolment form link can be found on page 31 responsibility to notify their Instrumental Tutor at Academy ensemble once a satisfactory standard or The Music Academy website. least 48 hours in advance of their lesson. is met. Instrumental tutors will liaise with the relevant • Late applications will be accepted, processed in • If a lesson is not attended for any reason the fee Head of Bands, Orchestras, Choirs, Woodwind, order of receipt and are subject to tutor availability. is still applicable. The only circumstance under Keyboard or Junior School Music to ensure the • Students may enrol in Instrumental Studies lessons which a tutor will reschedule a lesson is when it student is placed in the appropriate ensemble. throughout the year and should complete the online coincides with a scheduled assessment task or other enrolment form found on page 31 or The Music compulsory school event, and the student has given Academy website. at least 48 hours’ notice. • Instrumental Tutors will be in contact with parents/ • If a student is unwell and cannot attend school on caregivers before the start of Week 1, Term 1 to the day of a scheduled lesson, instrumental tutors arrange a lesson time. Instrumental lessons will should be informed as soon as possible. Lessons begin in both the Junior and Senior School in may be rescheduled depending on availability. Week 1, Term 1 unless otherwise specified by the However, this should not be an expectation. Instrumental Tutor.

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Instrument Hire Instrumental Studies Program

The Music Academy at Canberra Girls Grammar Instrument Hire – Terms & Conditions Available to non-CGGS students and adult community members School has a wide variety of instruments for hire to • Parents/caregivers are responsible for any loss or students during the first two years of their tuition. damage to an instrument whilst it is in their child’s Individual Lessons After the initial two years, students are encouraged possession, even while it is at school. We suggest to purchase their own instruments. Music Academy The Instrumental Studies Program comprises individual lessons held weekly and conducted by visiting specialist that the instrument be included in the household Staff will be happy to offer advice about suitable instrumental tutors. The Music Academy Administrator and Assistant arrange instrumental lessons and allocate insurance policy. instruments and suppliers. teaching studios. The specific scheduling of lessons is made between the Instrumental Studies Tutors, the student • Instruments must be kept in the Music Storeroom and their parents/caregivers or adult community members. There is an age restriction on some instruments due Hiring of instruments is organised through the (Senior School) or in the class pod (Junior School) to the size and physical requirements needed to play them. office of The Music Academy Administrator and while at school. through the Head of Music in the Junior School. • Instruments may be recalled if the proper care of the Weekly half hour lessons can be taken on the following instruments and are delivered by the following When completing the online enrolment form for instrument is not taken. instrumental tutors: instrumental studies lessons, families wishing to hire an • Priority for instrument hire is given to students instrument must select this when prompted. learning at school. If available, instruments may be hired to students learning privately, but only to Piano Flute/Fife Clarinet Trumpet The following instruments are available for hire through those who are playing in one of The Music Academy The Music Academy (subject to demand): (Available to students (Available to students (Available to students (Available to students ensembles. in Years 1 – Adult in Years 2 – Adult in Years 4 – Adult in Years 4 – Adult • Bassoon, clarinet, flute, oboe, saxophone (alto, • All instruments should have a name label attached to community members) community members) community members) community members) tenor, baritone), euphonium, French horn, trombone, the case so that they can be easily recognised. Lilian Hathorn, Suzanne Kate Murphy, Teresa Stephen Rabe Justin Lingard tuba, trumpet, cello, double bass, violin, viola and Hewitt, Kylie Loveland, Rabe, Bec Timoney percussion kit/packs. • At the end of the hire period, instruments must be returned to the The Music Academy Administrator Inessa Bano Bassoon Tuba & Euphonium Guitar (Available to students (Available to students The following instruments are not available for hire or Head of Junior School Music. Violin and Viola (Available to students in Years 4 – Adult in Years 4 – Adult through The Music Academy: (Available to students in Years 2 – Adult community members) community members) • Drum kits, guitars, pianos and keyboards. Instrument Hire Levy in Years 1 – Adult community members) Jordan London Viv Martin This levy is subject to change and published annually in community members) John Couch, Ethan the Schedule of Fees. Rowan Harvey-Martin, McAlister, Minh le Hoang Saxophone Oboe Rebecca Lovett-Kotze (Available to students (Available to students Percussion/ in Years 4 – Adult in Years 5 – Adult Cello Drum Kit community members) community members) (Available to students (Available to students Stephen Rabe Jordan London in Years 1 – Adult in Years 3 – Adult community members) community members) French Horn Megan Taylor, Veronica Bailey (Available to students Gillian Pereira in Years 4 – Adult Double Bass/ community members) Voice Bass Guitar Carly Brown (Available to students (Available to students in Years 2 – Adult in Years 4 – 12) community members) Kate Murphy, Ethan Greta Claringbould, McAlister Jade McFaul *Bio information on all Instrumental Studies Tutors can be found on The Music Academy webpage: http://themusicacademy.cggs.act.edu. au/music-academy-staff/

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Instrumental Studies Tutors

Instrumental tutors who provide instrumental studies lessons through The Music Academy are professional musicians and most are not employed by the School. Parents/caregivers and community members are advised that The Music Academy acts only as an intermediary, and that there is a legal obligation associated with any ‘Tuition Contract’ they enter into with the Instrumental Tutor.

Instrumental Studies – Terms and Conditions

It is expected that all students/community members undertaking Instrumental Studies Lessons meet the following requirements:

Enrolment and Prerequisites Participation/Absence Procedures • Instrumental lessons are a full academic • All lessons for non-CGGS students and adult year commitment. community members occur between • For each new academic year, both new students/ 7.00am–8.45am Monday-Friday and community members to the program. 3.30pm–7.00pm Monday – Thursday • Students and adult community members wishing • All lessons for non-CGGS students and adult to receive individual lessons are to complete the community members take place in The Music online application form by Friday, 4 December. An Academy at the CGGS Senior School Campus Instrumental Tutor will then be arranged for lessons • Students and community members will be issued to commence in Term 1, 2021. The enrolment form with a Music Record Book and are required to bring Payment/Discontinuation Instrument Hire link can be found on page 31. this with them to each lesson • Instrumental studies lesson charges are set by the Instrument hire is not available to non-CGGS students • Late applications will be accepted, processed in • If a lesson is not attended for any reason the fee is tutor and are approximately $46.00 (ex GST) per half and adult community members. order of receipt and are subject to availability. still applicable. The only circumstance under which hour. Lessons are based on a calendar year, paid for • Students and adult community members may enrol a tutor will reschedule a lesson is if at least 48 hours’ on a term by term basis, one term in advance and in Instrumental Studies lessons throughout the year notice has been provided. payable to the Instrumental Tutor by the due date, and should complete the online enrolment form • If a student/community member is unwell and as indicated on issued instrumental tutor invoices. found on page 31. cannot attend the scheduled lesson, instrumental • If parents/caregivers/community members decide • Instrumental Tutors will be in contact with parents/ tutors should be informed as soon as possible. to withdraw from instrumental lessons, notice caregivers/community members before the Lessons may be rescheduled depending must be provided in writing to the Instrumental start of Week 1, Term 1 to arrange a lesson time. on availability. However, this should not be Tutor and the Dean of Music, no later than the end Instrumental lessons will begin in Week 1, Term 1 an expectation. of Week 7 of the term prior to discontinuation. unless otherwise specified by the Instrumental Tutor. • If an instrumental tutor is unable to attend, every Failure to do so will result in the following term’s fees • Students and adult community members effort will be made to reschedule the lesson. If this being payable. undertaking instrumental lessons are strongly is not possible, the fee for that lesson will be credited • A $50 administration fee will be charged per term. encouraged to participate in one of The Music to the following term. Students and adult community members will be Academy ensembles or classes. invoiced on commencement of lessons.

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The Music Academy Program

CGGS Students (Prep – Year 12)

A diverse range of ensembles and classes are offered through The Music Academy at Canberra Girls Grammar School. Throughout the year, ensembles participate in school concerts, Eisteddfods, music festivals and tours. Ensembles also regularly provide musical support for community events, school functions and services.

The Music Academy ensembles and classes are divided into six main categories: Bands, Orchestras, Choirs, Chamber, Specialisation and Small Ensembles. The below listed ensembles and classes rehearse/meet weekly under the baton of specialist conductors and teachers during term time.

Bands Choirs Small Ensembles Specialisation Concert Bands Vox Co Op* (Years 9–12) Percussion Ensembles Technical Empire Concert Band* (Years 7–12) Gabriel Singers* (Years 9–12) K.T Percussion Ensemble (Years 7–12) Audio Production** (Years 5–Community) Holst Concert Band* (Years 7–12) Bella Voce Chapel Choir* (Years 7–12) Hit It Percussion Ensemble (Years 4–6) Composition Sapphire Concert Band* (Years 7–12) Chorale (Years 7–12) Crash ‘n’ Boom Percussion Ensemble (Years 1–3) Composition** (Years 5–Community) Ruby Concert Band (Years 7–12) The Decibelles (Years 7–12) Guitar Ensembles* Theory, Aural & Musicianship Bandicoot Concert Band (Years 3–6) Coro da Camera* (Years 5–6) Williams Guitar Ensemble (Years 5–12) Theory Grade 1–6** (Years 3–Community) Cantantes (Years 5–6) Jazz Bands* Kain Guitar Ensemble (Years 5–12) Aural & Musicianship** (Years 5–Community) Les Petits Chanteurs (Years 3–4) Adelaide Avenue Jazz Band (Years 7–12) Schaupp Guitar Ensemble (Years 3–6) Minisingers (Prep–Year 2) Conducting Grey Street Stage Band (Years 5–9) Contemporary Choral/Orchestral Conducting** (Years 5–12) Rock & Pop Ensembles (Years 7–12) Orchestras Chamber Handbells/Chimes Ensembles * Ensembles require audition. Symphony Orchestra String Quartets* Resound Handbells* (Years 5 – 12) ** Ensembles and classes are semester based. Glanville-Hicks Symphony Orchestra* Gabriel Quartet (Years 7–12) (Years 6 – Community) Strike! Handbells* (Years 7–12) Emily String Quartet (Years 7–12) Canto Bells* (Years 7–12) String Orchestras Kavanagh String Quartet (Years 3–6) Ring Out (Years 7–12) Sutherland Chamber Orchestra* (Years 6 –12) Brass/Woodwind Ensembles* Chimers (Years 3–6) Holland String Orchestra* (Years 5–12) Clarinet Ensemble (Years 7–12) Alma String Orchestra* (Years 1–10) Brass Ensemble (Years 7–12) Keyboard Stringy Bachs (Years 1–6) Flute Ensemble (Years 7–12) Keyboard Ensembles (Years 7–12) Celtic (Prep–12) Saxophone Ensemble (Years 7–12) Keyboard Performers (Years 7–12)

Wind Quintet (Years 7–12) Jazz Wind Quartet (Years 7–12) Jazz Ensemble (Years 7–12) Handbells Chamber Handbells* (Years 7–12) Vocal Vocal Chamber Ensemble (Year 9–12)

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Terms and Conditions

CGGS Students (Prep – Year 12)

It is expected that all members of The Music Academy ensembles and classes meet the following requirements:

Enrolment/Prerequisites • Provide a written apology and explanation via email • All students (continuing and new) wishing to take to the ensemble conductors prior to absence from a part in ensembles and classes are required to submit rehearsal or performance. an electronic enrolment form that can be found on • Families will receive a Music Academy 2021 page 31. Performance Calendar as well as an individual • Students enrolled in The Music Academy Concert ensemble calendar at the beginning of the year. Bands and Orchestras are required to have Discontinuation individual lessons. Only in extenuating circumstances (and after • Participation in a Music Academy ensemble is a full consultation with the ensemble conductor and academic year commitment. A non-committal ‘two- the Dean of Music) can students discontinue week’ trial period at the commencement of joining an ensemble membership throughout the year. Notice ensemble or class is allowed, after which time a firm of discontinuation must be provided in writing to the commitment is expected. CGGS students can also Dean of Music and Music Academy Administrator. enrol in Music Academy classes that are semester Students who withdraw throughout the year are based and these are marked ** above. not entitled to a levy refund unless extenuating Adelaide Avenue Jazz Band / Grey Street Stage • Students are welcome to join ensembles and classes Progression Through Groups circumstances exist. Band / Chamber Ensembles throughout the year and should complete the online Progression is subject to audition at the end of Auditions for continuing students are held during each year. Under special circumstances and on enrolment form. Further information regarding the Auditions ensemble or class will then be communicated Term 4 and for new students to the program on Friday recommendation of the relevant instrumental tutor, via email. Some Music Academy ensembles require audition 4 December from 3.00–6.00pm. Details regarding conductor, Head of Orchestras, Bands, Woodwind, and others do not. The audition process is designed continuing and new student audition date/times will Choirs, Keyboard or Head of Junior School Music, Participation/Absence Procedures to ensure that students participate in the ensemble be advertised to parents/caregivers and students progression to the next band, orchestra, choir or • Attend all rehearsals, performances and workshops, that best suits their educational and social needs and via email. All students wishing to continue or join the ensemble may be considered during the year. as scheduled. This includes students in Years 11 that balanced voicing for each auditioned ensemble program are required to attend these auditions. and 12 who have rehearsals and performances is maintained throughout each year. It provides an The online enrolment form should be completed Music Academy Levy scheduled after their academic classes and exams overview of the standard of playing and assists in before auditions take place. Levies supplement costs incurred in the running of have finished. repertoire selection suitable for next year and beyond. Choirs – Coro da Camera / Bella Voce Chapel Choir The Music Academy Program. These costs cover • Arrive at least five minutes before the start of Auditions will always be a relaxed process and while / Gabriel Singers / Vox Co Op purchasing music and instruments, copyright fees, rehearsals. For concert band and orchestra students are encouraged to prepare well so they paying of specialist music tutors and conductors, rehearsals, students must arrive 10 minutes prior feel confident in presenting, it should not be a Auditions for current CGGS students wishing to sing entry into Eisteddfods and other concerts, and end of to the start time to assist with set up. stressful event. in Bella Voce Chapel Choir, Gabriel Singers or Vox year functions. The levy does not cover costs such as • Bring music, instrument, music record book, pencil Co Op will take place during Term 4. Auditions for Concert Bands/String & Symphony Orchestras transport and accommodation associated with tours and drink bottle (choirs) to every rehearsal. new students to the school will take place on Friday and events. Participation in The Music Academy will • Practise their instrument or voice regularly at home. Auditions are held in Term 4 during regular rehearsal 4 December from 3.00–6.00pm. Details regarding attract a levy charge per semester. This levy is subject • Consult with the relevant ensemble conductor and time for current students and on Friday 4 December continuing and new student audition date/times will to change and is published annually in the Schedule Head of Bands, Woodwind, Orchestras, Choirs, from 3.00–6.00pm for new students to the school. be advertised to parents/caregivers and students via of Fees. Keyboard, Head of Junior School Music should there Details regarding continuing and new student audition email. All students wishing to continue in these choirs be a clash with other co-curricular activities date/ times will be advertised to parents/caregivers or join are required to attend these auditions. Students or family obligations. and students via email. All students wishing to wishing to sing in Coro da Camera should attend an continue or join the program are required to attend audition on Friday 19 February 2021 at 7.30am in the these auditions. The online enrolment form should be Junior School Music Room. The online enrolment form completed before auditions take place. should be completed before auditions take place.

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The Music Academy Program Terms and Conditions

Non-CGGS Students & Adult community members Non-CGGS Students & Adult community members

A diverse range of ensembles and classes are offered through The Music Academy at Canberra Girls Grammar It is expected that all non-CGGS students and adult community members enrolled in The Music Academy School. Throughout the year, ensembles may participate in school and community concerts, music festivals, tours ensembles and classes meet the following requirements: and events. The following Music Academy ensembles and classes are available to non-CGGS students and adult Enrolment/Prerequisites • Bring music, instrument, pencil and water bottle community members. They rehearse/meet weekly under the baton of specialist conductors and teachers. (choir) to every rehearsal. All ensembles and classes listed below are term based except for the Glanville-Hicks Symphony Orchestra that is a • All students/adults enrolling in The Music Academy • Consult with the relevant group conductor/teacher semester long commitment. are required to submit an electronic enrolment form each term that can be found on page 31. and or the Dean of Music, should there be a clash • Once enrolled, participation in Music Academy with other activities or family obligations. Ensembles Classes ensembles and classes is a commitment for the • Provide a written apology via email to the ensemble Symphony Orchestra* Technical whole school term (semester for Glanville-Hicks conductor/teacher or Music Academy Assistant prior Glanville-Hicks Symphony Orchestra Audio Production (Years 5–Community) Symphony Orchestra). to absence from a rehearsal, class or performance. (Years 6–Community) • Reasonable standards of behaviour are expected Composition Participation/Absence Procedures during rehearsals and performances. Choir Composition (Years 5–Community) • Attend all rehearsals, classes, performances and • Enrolled students and adults will receive a music Community Choir Theory, Aural & Musicianship workshops as scheduled. performance calendar at the beginning of each term (Community Members) Theory Grade 1–6 (Years 3–Community) • Arrive at least five minutes before the start of and are strongly encouraged to add all dates to the rehearsals/classes. For Glanville-Hicks Symphony family calendar to avoid clashes of events. Guitar Aural & Musicianship (Years 5–Community) Community Guitar Ensemble Orchestra rehearsals, students/adults must arrive 10 (Years 7–Community) Early Childhood minutes prior to the start time to assist with set up. Early Childhood Class (0–3 years old and Parents) Brass Ensemble Victoria Street Brass** * Ensembles require audition. (Years 7–Community Members) ** Ensembles are run by Canberra Brass and Music Academy Ensemble/Class Levies Canberra Youth Brass** additional levies are involved. (Years 5–Community Members) Levies supplement costs incurred in the running of An administration fee of $10 per ensemble/class will The Music Academy. These costs cover purchasing also be charged per enrolment. Handbells Ensemble music and instruments, copyright fees, paying of Following completion of the online enrolment form, Community Handbell Ensemble specialist music tutors, conductors and teachers. an invoice will be issued and payment for the term / (Community Members) The levy does not cover costs such as transport and semester of enrolment will be required. Payment must accommodation associated with tours or events. be received prior to the term commencing. Levies for The Music Academy ensembles and Discontinuation Auditions Eligibility classes are as follows: The only Music Academy ensemble open • Adult community members are welcome to enrol • $90 per term for community choir and early Only in extenuating circumstances (and after to non-CGGS students and adult community members and participate in The Music Academy classes childhood music class paid for a term in advance consultation with the Dean of Music) can students/ that requires audition is the Glanville-Hicks Symphony and ensembles subject to audition or other entry following enrolment adults discontinue ensemble/class membership Orchestra. These auditions will be scheduled and held requirements specific to the ensemble or class. • $120 per term for all other ensembles & classes paid mid-term/semester. Notice of discontinuation towards the end of January (Semester 1) and end of • Students from other schools are welcome to enrol for a term in advance following enrolment must be provided in writing to the Dean of Music. June (Semester 2) each year and enrolled students and and participate in The Music Academy ensembles • $200 per semester for Symphony Orchestra paid for Students/adults who withdraw throughout the term adult community members will be notified of audition and classes where a similar ensemble or class is not a semester in advance following enrolment are not entitled to a levy refund unless extenuating dates and times via email following enrolment. Audition offered at their current school (subject to audition or A discount will be applied for non-CGGS students and circumstances exist. requirements will also be stipulated at this time. other entry requirements specific to the ensemble adult community members signing up for multiple or class). If a similar opportunity exists in their terms at one time. current school and they are an active participant and still wish to participate in The Music Academy ensemble or class, acceptance will only occur after consultation with their current school.

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Bands

CONCERT BANDS Holst Concert Band is an intermediate level band. A concert band is a performing ensemble consisting of Students in this ensemble would typically have been woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Concert playing their instrument for several years and be bands have the flexibility to cover many different genres at approximately Grade 4 standard. of music, making them engaging and exciting for Empire Concert Band is the highest-level concert students. Concert band musicians must take individual band. Students need to be capable musicians who lessons for their selected instruments. are experienced on their instrument. This band Students move through the concert bands as their caters for students who have generally reached Orchestras skills develop and are subject to audition at the end a Grade 6–7 standard. of each year. Students will usually remain in the same Please note that the grade levels for each concert band Glanville-Hicks Symphony Orchestra Canberra Girls Stringy Bachs is beginner level to Grade 1 AMEB concert band (with the exception of Bandicoot Concert above are generic guidelines only. They may change Grammar School is one of the only pre-tertiary schools or equivalent. Band), for a couple of years before moving up to the from year to year and instrument to instrument. in Canberra to have a full symphony orchestra. next level of band. Students need to exhibit regular Alma String Orchestra is Grade 2 and Grade 3 AMEB Placement in bands is also dependent on the needs of The symphony orchestra is for string players who are practice and attendance, technical and stylistic mastery or equivalent. the ensemble at the time and the number of musicians at Grade 6 AMEB or equivalent and advanced wind and of own part, leadership within the section and ability to in each section required for a balanced ensemble. percussion students. This group is one of the flagship Holland String Orchestra is Grade 4–5 AMEB or play accurately with others in order to be considered as These factors, along with the current technical ability ensembles of The Music Academy Program and equivalent. On occasion and dependent on need, Alma ready to move level of ensemble. of the musician, must all be considered when placing performs in concerts, school events and Eisteddfods and Holland will combine for rehearsals and concerts. throughout the year. Symphony Orchestra musicians Instruments — flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet a student in a concert band. learn correct orchestral etiquette and concentrate Sutherland Chamber Orchestra is approximately (Bb and bass), saxophone (alto, tenor, baritone), JAZZ BANDS on orchestral repertoire that teaches individuals how Grade 6 AMEB standard and above and concentrates trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone/euphonium, A jazz band is a musical ensemble that plays many to play in a symphonic way, be part of a team, gain on music from the professional repertoire. tuba and percussion. different styles of instrumental jazz and is often confidence and discipline and gain an appreciation Celtic This group comprises students of all ages Bandicoot Concert Band is designed for students in accompanied by singers. They include big bands of fine orchestral music. Students in the Symphony who enjoy playing music from the rich Celtic heritage Years 3–6 who have learnt the fundamentals of their and smaller groups such as trios or quartets. Jazz Orchestra must also be a member of a Concert Band or repertoire. The emphasis is on inclusion and learning instrument and are playing at approximately performers are encouraged to develop improvisational String Orchestra. music from memory. Students learn a diverse range Grade 1 level. skills. The Adelaide Avenue Jazz Band and Grey Instruments — violin, viola, cello, double bass, clarinet, of Celtic music such as jigs, reels and horn pipes and Street Stage Band are an enrichment of the concert A student typically would have been learning for flute, bassoon, oboe, trumpet, trombone, tuba, French learn different stylistic concepts such as bowing and band program. Grey Street is the entry level jazz band approximately a term when they are ready to join this horn, percussion, harp and piano when required. improvisation. ensemble. with more experienced jazz musicians taking part in Adelaide Avenue. There is an expectation that students STRING ORCHESTRAS Instruments — violin, viola, cello, double bass and flute. Sapphire Concert Band is designed for students who who wish to play in either of these ensembles are String orchestras are ensembles comprising traditional Please note that the grade levels for each orchestra can read music, have developed a confident tone on already a member of a concert band (bass, guitar and bowed-stringed instruments. Students learn to play above are generic guidelines only. They may change their instrument and have the technical skills to be keyboard players, and vocalists are exempt). in five different parts together: violin section, which is from year to year and instrument to instrument. playing at a minimum Grade 1–2 level. divided into 1st and 2nd sections (purely to allow for Placement in orchestras is also dependent on Instruments — electric guitar and bass, saxophone two different parts); viola section, cello section and a the needs of the ensemble at the time and the (alto, tenor, baritone), trombone and bass trombone, double bass section (which sometimes doubles the number of musicians in each section required for a trumpet, piano/keyboard and drum kit. cello part in a lower octave). String orchestras can play balanced ensemble. These factors, along with the a wide variety of styles, from the traditional classical current technical ability of the musician, must all be music to more contemporary jazz/rock influenced considered when placing a student in an orchestra. pieces. Students move through the string orchestras as their skills improve. Instruments — violin, viola, cello, double bass and harp.

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Choirs Chamber

Choirs are musical ensembles for singers and CGGS The Decibelles provides an opportunity for students STRING QUARTETS Saxophone Ensemble This group provides experienced choirs sing a wide range of styles and genres. to sing, play and arrange popular and contemporary A string quartet is a group of four orchestral stringed saxophonists from Years 7–12 the opportunity to All choirs are involved in performances throughout a-capella and accompanied repertoire in a small vocal instruments. Both the Gabriel Quartet and the Emily study music especially arranged for the ensemble. the year including concerts, services, Eisteddfods and ensemble. This non-auditioned group is open to singers Quartet learn chamber music from the professional This ensemble performs at a range of events special events. from Years 7–12. repertoire and learn skills involving teamwork, throughout the year and all members are expected independence, discipline, sight reading and more to also be involved in the concert band program. Vox Co Op This auditioned chamber choir is open to Coro da Camera is auditioned from Years 5 and 6 advanced music concepts of ensemble playing. The Instruments — soprano, alto, tenor, baritone students at Marist College and CGGS in Years 9–12. students in Cantantes. Auditions will take place in Kavanagh String Quartet is for confident string players saxophone. Students must already be members of the choral Term 1, 2021. As well as performing alongside from Years 3–6. For many students, this will be their programs in their respective schools (for CGGS Cantantes, Coro da Camera performs when a smaller Flute Ensemble This group provides experienced first introduction to chamber music. These groups students this is Gabriel Singers) and should have aural choir is needed for a special task, for example end of flautists from Years 7–12 the opportunity to study perform regularly at concerts and Eisteddfods as and musicianship skills of a high level. Students will term Chapel services. A higher skill level is expected of music especially arranged for the ensemble. This well as school functions and occasionally outside be expected to have strong music reading skills and a Coro da Camera members as the choir regularly sings ensemble performs at a range of events throughout the functions. String quartets are an enrichment of the passion for choral singing. in three parts. year and all members are expected to also be involved string orchestra program and all students wishing to in the concert band program. Gabriel Singers and Bella Voce Chapel Choir Cantantes, Les Petits Chanteurs and Minisingers take part in a string quartet must also be a member of Instruments — piccolo, flute, alto flute, bass flute. These are both auditioned choirs. Members of the These are the non-auditioned choirs in the Junior a string orchestra. Gabriel Singers and the Bella Voce Chapel Choir sing School. The only requirement is a willingness to sing Instruments — violin, viola, cello. Brass Ensemble This group provides experienced at services during the school week and at special and have fun. These choirs perform at school and brass players from Years 7–12 the opportunity to study services and evensong throughout the term. Singers VOCAL community events. Cantantes is open to Year 5 and music especially arranged for the ensemble. This in these choirs are also required to be members of Chamber Vocal Ensemble This auditioned vocal 6 singers, Les Petits Chanteurs is open to Year 3 ensemble performs at a range of events throughout the Chorale. However, from Year 9 should Bella Voce or ensemble is for the most advanced choral singers in and 4 singers and Minisingers is open to all Junior year and all members are expected to also be involved Gabriel Singers students also be in another Music the school. Students must also be members of Gabriel Primary singers. in the concert band program. Academy ensemble and have previously given two Singers and must have aural, musicianship, vocal Instruments — trumpet, trombone, tuba, horn years committed service to Chorale, they are exempt Community Choir This is a non-auditioned and reading skills of the highest level. This ensemble and euphonium. from this rule. The Gabriel Singers are the School’s choir for CGGS staff, parents, grammarians and will sing a variety of challenging repertoire with each premier choral group and high performance and community members and it is open to singers of all member with each member singing an individual part Chamber Handbells This ensemble provides an commitment expectations exist for members of this experience. This choir sings a range of traditional and and is student led. opportunity for students to extend their handbell skills choir. Students in the Bella Voce Chapel Choir and contemporary repertoire and the emphasis is on singing by playing in smaller groups. This may take the form of WOODWIND, BRASS & PERCUSSION ENSEMBLES Gabriel Singers are strongly encouraged to take together and having fun. duos, trios and quartets, and the format and size of the Clarinet Ensemble This group provides experienced voice lessons. group is flexible according to current need. Students clarinettists from Years 7–12 the opportunity to study playing in Chamber Handbells must also be a member Chorale Open to singers from Years 7 to 12 of any music especially arranged for the ensemble. This of a larger handbell ensemble. Students wishing to be experience and the emphasis is on fun ensemble performs at a range of events throughout the in Chamber Handbells must submit an expression of and engagement. year and all members are expected to also be involved interest to Mrs Guile. in the concert band program. Instruments — clarinet, bass clarinet.

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Ensembles JAZZ Canto Bells Canto Bells is an intermediate level Jazz Ensemble This small ensemble is for students ensemble who rehearse for one lunch time per week. PERCUSSION ENSEMBLES The Williams Guitar Ensemble is an auditioned group who are interested in playing jazz standards with a Members in this group are required to read music and for guitarists from Years 5–12 at a minimum playing A percussion ensemble is a musical ensemble particular focus on improvisation. Students will also be have had some experience in playing handbells and/ level of AMEB Grade 4 wishing to extend their consisting of tuned and non-tuned percussion members of Adelaide Avenue or Grey Street. or chimes. It is ideal for students who enjoy handbell instruments. Many styles of music are covered ensemble playing. playing but do not have the time to commit to an ranging from classical to contemporary. HANDBELLS & CHIMES: afternoon rehearsal. The Kain Guitar Ensemble is open to guitarists from CGGS Handbell Ensembles Crash ‘n’ Boom Percussion Ensemble is open to Years 5–12 from a playing level of Beginner to AMEB Resound Resound Handbells is an ensemble for Being in a handbell ensemble is a very enjoyable students in Years 1–3 in Semester 1 and Prep–Year 2 intermediate ringers who can read music and have Grade 3 or equivalent level. and rewarding experience, and students learn the in Semester 2. Students who join this ensemble previous experience in playing handbells/handchimes. importance of teamwork in performing pieces of music. will have the opportunity to perform on a variety of The Schaupp Guitar Ensemble is open to beginner Students in Resound rehearse for 60 minutes, one Each student covers two or more notes and parts are percussion instruments including pitched percussion. guitarists from Years 3–6. afternoon per week. This provides opportunity for a not doubled. This means each individual is vital, as The ensemble will perform at school concerts and more comprehensive ensemble playing experience, The Community Guitar Ensemble is a group open without their part being played, the music is incomplete. special occasions when required. learning a greater number of pieces with greater to guitarists who are no longer at school and reside Rhythm reading skills are honed and participation in technical demands than can be achieved during a lunch Hit It Percussion Ensemble is open to all students in in the Canberra region. It is a perfect opportunity handbells refines musicality. time ensemble. Years 4–6. Students who join Hit It will have the chance for school leavers to continue a musical experience Chimers Chimers is an ensemble for students from to perform on a variety of percussion instruments, and for community members to connect through Strike! Strike! Handbells is an ensemble designed for Year 3–6. Students will learn how to use the hand however all pieces will include pitched percussion guitar playing. Standard musical notation is used not advanced music students who have had significant chimes to produce the best sound, how to read and instruments. The Ensemble will perform at School tablature, so an understanding and reading of music experience in playing in ensembles, and in handbell/ mark their parts, and how to play in an ensemble. Many concerts and special functions when required. notation is a required skill. It is recommended that handchime ringing. Rehearsals take place after school of the techniques used for ringing hand chimes are the players enrolling in the Community Guitar Ensemble for 75 minutes, one day per week. K.T. Percussion Ensemble is designed for students same as those used for hand bells so this ensemble is be able to play to approximately a Grade 3 standard taking percussion lessons in Years 7–12. Its focus is on a great introduction for students wishing to learn hand Community Handbells CGGS Community Handbells is or above. engaging students and developing skills in ensemble bells. The ensemble will play an array of music ranging designed for students and adult community members playing. Students will play a variety of percussion ROCK & POP ENSEMBLES: from Contemporary music to traditional folk music. to work together as a group to play a wide variety of instruments in a range of styles. Rock & Pop Ensembles are groups of two or more music and styles. Handbells are designed to be rung Ring Out Ring Out is a handbell ensemble for students players. There are usually vocals, guitars, keyboards by individuals, who collectively provide all the notes GUITAR ENSEMBLES beginning their handbell learning. It is helpful for (piano, electric piano, Hammond organ, synthesizer to be played in a piece of music. In this way, each A guitar ensemble is a group of guitarists playing students to be able to read music, but this is not a etc) and a rhythm section consisting of a bass person is responsible for the musical outcome of the together, sometimes with the addition of percussion prerequisite for this ensemble in the initial stages guitar and drum kit. These groups may also include performance. Members of the Community Handbell or bass guitar, depending on the repertoire. Division of of their learning. Rehearsals take place during the acoustic instruments that are amplified. Students Ensemble need to have some degree of music parts can be varied, depending on how many musicians school day, during one lunchtime per week. During are encouraged to create their own groups with reading ability, and security of rhythm. They should be are in the ensemble. Usually there are two to four parts this ensemble, students will learn correct handbell and similar interests and the music staff will then assist committed to regular attendance due to the importance however, more is possible. Guitar ensembles cover a handchime technique, how to read the bell music, and in scheduling and rehearsing the ensembles. Students of each individual within the ensemble. Members of wide range of music, from classical to contemporary; work as a group to perform pieces of music. who are members of such groups are expected to the Community Handbell Ensemble need to commit both original compositions for guitar ensemble and at practise, develop repertoire and be available to the group for a period of one semester but are times arrangements by our conductors. For all three for performances. highly encouraged to continue to attend for the year to guitar ensembles the understanding and reading of develop the level of the playing of the group and extend Instruments — guitar (electric/acoustic), electric bass, music notation is a required skill. the repertoire possibilities. drum kit, keyboard, voice.

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CANBERRA BRASS INC. Specialisation Canberra Brass Inc. is a music organisation that is Canberra Youth Brass provides players, aged KEYBOARD COMPOSITION dedicated to fostering the spirit of brass in the nation’s 10–19 from Canberra and the Capital region, with capital. Canberra Brass Inc. has four ensembles; the opportunity to play and perform traditional and Keyboard Ensembles is offered to all piano students Composition class will develop your creative skills Canberra Brass, Victoria Street Brass and Canberra contemporary brass band music. Our aim is to develop at CGGS from Years 7–12. If you are not currently in composing music. Discover ways to expand Youth Brass, and the Canberra Brass Quintet. The music reading, playing and performance, in support of involved in any ensemble group, this is the perfect and develop your musical ideas. Explore a deeper organisation is made up of amateur musicians from their school band. Joining Canberra Youth Brass (CYB) way to enjoy playing with other musicians. We are understanding of the way a composer thoughts, all walks of life, school and university students, will help young brass players develop confidence, not fortunate to have 2 grand pianos in the Recital Room ideas and techniques are turned into a musical sound professional musicians and school music teachers, only in their playing, but as individuals playing as part which enables the piano ensemble students to in an engaging and practical manner. There are no all of whom are drawn to the band through their love of a team with the opportunity to develop leadership perform repertoire written for 2 pianos. Students will pre‑requisites for this program except imagination. of excellent brass music. Two Canberra Brass Inc. skills in a fun and educational environment. As a CYB also perform 4 hand or multiple hand works. Whether THEORY, AURAL & MUSICIANSHIP ensembles rehearse weekly at The Music Academy player, you can expect to be competing in events you are a beginner or accomplished pianist, playing Theory classes will be offered with a maximum of 10 at Canberra Girls Grammar School and the details are such as the National Eisteddfod and the NSW State in a piano ensemble group will provide an excellent participants per class and will be in line with AMEB included below: Brass Band Championships. We are also active in the opportunity to develop ensemble skills in a fun way. theory requirements at each Grade. As enrolment community performing at events such as Floriade, Each ensemble group will be individually instructed and Victoria Street Brass (named after the main street of would be on a semester basis, there is room for local community fetes and other performances around the sessions will run mainly during lunch times. Hall ACT) was founded in 2009 to provide anyone of movement between classes when participants are the Canberra region. All young brass players aged from Keyboard performers class is offered to all piano any age and any skill level with a passion for playing familiar with certain concepts. Regular attendance and 10 to 19 are welcome at CYB. students who are interested in working on their a brass or percussion instrument, to come together focused application will see participants progress as CGGS students, non-CGGS students and adult performing skills. This includes interacting with an to play entertaining ensemble music. Victoria Street consistently as possible. Learning theory within a class community members wishing to sign up for Victoria audience, performance etiquette, dealing with nerves/ Brass (VSB) is a community D-Grade brass band has many positive benefits including making a set time Street Brass and or Canberra Youth Brass should anxiety, and even learning to have fun on stage! that regularly performs at community events and to complete theory chapters, explanation or revision follow the link below: Performance opportunities will range from Recital participates in the Australian National Eisteddfod. of concepts as a group when needed, each student Room concerts in front of friends to performing within www.canberrabrass.org.au/contact-us having access to individual help during the time slot VSB is an important part of the Canberra Brass Inc. the Canberra community. Students can perform as if required, as well as working independently and pathway, as members can progress into ‘Canberra soloists or in a piano ensemble. Each student will submitting work for marking at the end of each class. Brass’, the organization’s primary band. Everyone is perform at least once a semester and there will be As with other music co-curricular activities, learning welcome at VSB. Rehearsals are at Canberra Girls preparatory sessions before each concert. Grammar School, Deakin on Monday nights from in a situation that includes participants from different 7.30pm to 9.30pm. TECHNICAL year groups and of different ages provides an inclusive Audio Production is a class for students and social environment where we also learn from seeing adults who are interested in how to record, mix and how others conduct themselves. arrange music in the digital age. This class explores the possibilities of digital audio workstation (DAW) software such as Logic Pro and GarageBand and participants develop their own works in the digital realm. Members of this class will have the opportunity to record a range of ensembles and bands within The Music Academy Program. Audio production students will also have the opportunity to visit and use the state of the art recording studio at the ANU School Music.

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2021 Schedule Friends of Music

Various theory books are available which correspond Curwen hand sign system, conducting patterns and Please refer to the website: Shirt Buy & Sell to AMEB theory requirements and teachers will other physical indications for beat, rhythm, phrase), www.cggs.act.edu.au/themusicacademy nominate their preferred books for purchase. and visual (linking sound to a variety of notational The Friends of Music facilitate a black performance Lessons would usually occur by working through a systems). This musicianship practise involves using shirt and trouser buy and sell and details can be found set book, ideally following this with a revision book of musical elements and concepts in known contexts Ensembles Clashes here: http://themusicacademy.cggs.act.edu.au/ progressively difficult chapters to ensure concepts (such as in performing, part work and memorisation), friends-of-music/ have been understood, then sitting for a formal written and unknown contexts (such as in sight reading, Every attempt will be made to ensure that student exam if students are interested in this option. Where dictation, improvisation and composition). clashes between music ensembles are minimised in students’ goals are to achieve a set AMEB theory Scholarships CONDUCTING the construction of the rehearsal schedule, however, Grade level to match their instrumental level, for in the unlikely event that a student is auditioned and example, Grade 2 is required for the traditional Grade Conducting classes are for CGGS students who are • Claringbould Vocal Scholarship Year 7: One placed in ensembles that rehearse on the same day 6 practical exam certificates, examinations may be interested in learning the art of choral or orchestral Claringbould Vocal Scholarship will be awarded to a and time, students will be required to make a decision entered for either traditionally, by sitting the written conducting. This will involve posture, beat patterns, student entering Year 7 each year who shows great in consultation with parents and the Dean of Music. examination currently in August of each year, or online phrasing, shape, rehearsal techniques, gesturing, promise and commitment to vocal tuition and the throughout the year. cues and cut offs and preparing scores and score choral program at CGGS. It is awarded on the basis reading. Once a competent standard is reached, of interview, resume, audition and demonstrated The higher-level theory classes build upon material students will have the opportunity to work with Performance ability to contribute to The Music Academy at covered in previous foundational grades and Music Academy ensembles to further practice and Canberra Girls Grammar School. This scholarship is participants will gain a deeper understanding of the refine their conducting skills with the end goal of offered for a 12-month period whilst the student is way music is structured in relation to keys, intervals Uniform conducting an ensemble in a performance setting. studying in Year 7. It is awarded at the discretion of and rhythm. The Perfect and Plagal Cadences are the Dean of Music and Head of Choirs and provides introduced in Grade 3 and eventually all four principal OTHER The Music Academy Performance Uniform consists for vocal tuition throughout the year and a range of cadences are covered in Grade 4. In Grade 4 the Early Childhood Class (0 – 3 years): We believe of the black performance shirt, black trousers, long other benefits including mentoring. Auditions are participants will develop a significant harmonic that every child is born with an innate and profound black socks, black school shoes and green hair held at the beginning of Term 4 each year. vocabulary with which to negotiate the harmonisation musicality. At the most basic and obvious level this ribbon or hair tie. The black performance shirt, black • Vivien Gough Memorial Music Scholarship: The of a 6-bar melody. A sound understanding of musicality is demonstrated every day in such things trousers and green hair tie are available for purchase Vivien Gough Memorial Music Scholarship enables composition is invaluable when approaching the as our ability to walk and talk. Our musicality is a gift, through the School Shop (sample sizes are available girls with an outstanding aptitude in music to creative elements of the course which involve the and with proper nurturing it grows with your child. throughout the year and orders are placed at the develop their musicianship and benefit from a CGGS development of both rhythmic and melodic proficiency. Make baby’s first class musical! Our early childhood beginning of each year). Black leggings or jeans are education. Applicants may be current or external The general knowledge component will cover basic class will provide a caring and gentle environment NOT to be worn for performances. students entering Years 5 or 7. The Vivien Gough compositional forms in Grade 3 followed by the where infants can explore and react to new sounds, All Music Academy ensembles are expected to Memorial Music Scholarship is awarded on the dances of the Baroque Keyboard Suite and the stringed sensations, and objects and for your toddler to explore purchase and perform in the black performance basis of an interview, resume, audition, financial instruments of the orchestra in Grade 4. their newfound movement skills and burn off some uniform. The only exceptions are members of need and a demonstrated ability to make a positive of the energy that only a toddler can exhibit. Activities Minisingers, Les Petites Chanteuses, Cantantes, Aural and Musicianship classes are designed for contribution to The Music Academy at Canberra Girls for babies and their caregivers provide the opportunity Coro da Camera, Chorale, Bella Voce Chapel Choir, students, adult community members and music Grammar School. to strengthen the connection with your child through The Decibelles, Ruby Concert Band, Crash ‘n’ Boom, educators who are interested in improving their aural • Organ Incentive Awards and Scholarship: Organ fun musical exploration. We aim to develop balance Keyboard Ensembles and students in Junior Primary. and musicianship skills. It focusses on audiation, Incentive Awards and Scholarships provide and muscle control and increase social skills and Those ensembles and students will perform in the ability to think in sound which is at the core of subsidised organ tuition for up to three girls each interactions. The introduction of spoken sounds and school uniform with the green performance ribbon musicianship training. Musical elements and related year. These awards and scholarships are for girls rhythms will also assist with language and literacy or hair tie. concepts are introduced sequentially and are practiced who currently study piano and are interested in development. For our toddlers, the aim is to promote Non-CGGS students and adult community members in ways that actively develop understandings of pitch, extending their keyboard skills by pursuing lessons cognitive development through singing, dancing involved in The Music Academy ensembles will perform tonality, rhythm and harmony. These elements are then on organ. Students must have reached a minimum and instrument play introducing the basic musical in concert blacks. reinforced through engagement in a variety of styles standard of AMEB Grade 4 or equivalent. concepts of high/low, fast/ slow and keeping a steady and modes of learning: aural (listening, the linking beat. This growing ability to recognise and follow of sound to syllable using tonic solfa, absolute pitch patterns in music are fundamental skills that have Visit the CGGS website for more details on music scholarships and the range of other academic and boarding names and rhythm syllables), kinaesthetic (use of the been linked to language and maths. scholarships offered at CGGS. www.cggs.act.edu.au/admissions/scholarships

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Communication

Information relating to The Music Academy program It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure that they is announced via email and at rehearsals and are aware of their relevant commitments associated classes. Information relating to ensembles such as with ensemble and class participation. The Music performances, expectations and uniform will be sent to Academy performance calendar and rehearsal ensemble participants at the beginning of the year as schedule can be accessed on The Music Academy well as the beginning of each term. The Music Academy website which should be checked regularly for information regarding how to enrol is available on The amendments/updates. Music Academy website. This information is available There are specific pathways for communication within always and is renewed annually in Term 4 each year, for The Music Academy. All Music Academy staff may be implementation in the following year. contacted via email. For all general inquiries, please contact The Music Academy Administrator. Friends of Music (FoM) Instrumental Studies The first point of contact is the specific instrumental tutor. Alternatively, The Music Academy Administrator Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS) Friends of The Friends provide two Endeavour in Music awards or Head of Music & Performing Arts Junior School. Music is a small group of parents, students, alumni, annually, to both Junior and Senior School students. guardians and friends interested in supporting the The Friends have also supported the development work of The Music Academy through fund-raising for of the page on The Music Academy website where Music Academy Ensembles & Classes discretionary acquisitions. Fundraising takes the form families can advertise to buy or sell music instruments The first point of contact is the ensemble conductors or class teacher. Alternatively, please contact the relevant of operating canteen, sausage sizzles and bake sales or black performance uniforms. Head of Orchestras, Bands, Woodwind, Choirs, Keyboard, Head of Music & Performing Arts Junior School or the at Music Academy Events, held throughout the busy The group generally meets 4–6 times each year to plan Dean of Music. music year. its support of activities which change according to the The Friends of Music has raised considerable funds needs of The Music Academy. If you are interested in Dean of Music Head of Woodwind over the past few years. In 2019 FoM have contributed assisting with CGGS Friends of Music activities, please Mr Joel Copeland Mr Stephen Rabe (along with the P&F) to the cost of new choir risers. contact the group secretary, Wendy Craig, at music@ [email protected] [email protected] The latest purchase was a new drum kit for our junior cggs.act.edu.au. Head of Music Junior School Head of Choirs students. They have also sponsored the Double FoM welcomes both Junior and Senior School Mrs Jennifer Groom Ms Sonia Connor Reed program (Oboe and Bassoon) in the Senior parents and offer flexible commitment options — from [email protected] [email protected] school, and the Brass program in Junior school. With committee members, to regular volunteers at events, to the Instrumental Opportunities Programme (IOP) Head of Orchestras Head of Keyboard members who supply us with much appreciated baked the students take up tuition on some of the more Mrs Rowan Harvey-Martin Mrs Lilian Hathorn goods to sell. We encourage anyone with some spare unusual instruments (e.g Tuba, French Horn, Oboe [email protected] [email protected] time and a desire to help our community, to come and and Bassoon) as a way of developing musicians for join our merry band! Head of Bands Music Academy Administrator orchestral and band places in the Senior School. Mrs Natalie Guile Mrs Lisa Christie [email protected] [email protected] Enrol Now

Enrolment for The Music Academy ensembles, classes Please note that submission of the online enrolment and instrumental lessons in 2021 can be completed form for Instrumental Studies and The Music Academy via the following link: https://form.jotform. Program confirms acceptance of all terms and co/90237787958880 conditions as outlined in The Music Academy 2021 Handbook.

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