MUSIC DEPARTMENT STAFF Head of Music: Mr David Coughlan BMusT (UWA), GradDipEd (ECU), MEd (ECU) Secondary Music Specialist: Miss Jessica Lee BMus (Perf) (UWA), GradDipEd Primary Music Specialist: Mrs Elizabeth Leith BEd, AMusA (piano), DipT Head of Strings: Miss Ibolya Mikajlo MM, BMus, BPerfArts, GradDip Arts Management, GradDipEd Music Administrator: Mrs Moira Cross MA (Hons) (Edin), DipABRSM Instrumental Music Specialists Brass: Mr Tim Simpson BMus (Adel.) GradDipEd (trumpet) Mrs Sarah Draper BEd (ECU) (trumpet) Dr Catherine Lane PhD (Paediatrics) (UWA), BSc (Hons) (Murdoch), BMus (UWA) (horn) Clarinet: Miss Suzanne Ream BMusEd (Hons) (UWA) Flute: Ms Wendy Garrity MMus (Perf), BMusEd. (Hons) (UWA), AMusA Guitar: Mr Brandon Lewis BA Mr Mardae Selepak AMusA Mr Garry Lee Mr Simon Jeans BMusJazz (ECU) Bass Guitar: Mr Robbie Pisano BMus Oboe: Mr Joel Marangella BMus, MMus (Julliard) Percussion: Mr Dennis Vrcic BMusJazz (ECU) Piano: Miss Angela Galway BMusEd (UWA) Mrs Patsy Varga AMusA Ms Trish Wintergreene DipTeach Saxophone: Miss Amanda Johnson BMusEd (Hons) (UWA) Strings: Miss Kate Clarke BPerfArts (Music) (violin, viola) Miss Katherine Kruger BMus (Perf.) (UWA) (violin) Miss Emma McCoy (cello) Miss Sarah Clare BMus (Hons) (UWA) (double bass) Voice: Mr Philip Murray BMus (Perf.) (ECU), AMusA (Classical Voice) Ms Victoria Newton AssocDipPerfArts (WAAPA) (Jazz/Contemporary Voice)
YEARS 1-6 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Year 1 boys in 2009 and beyond may choose to have individual tuition in violin, flute or piano. Fees apply. Year 2 boys in 2009 and beyond may choose to have individual tuition in violin, flute or piano. Fees apply. Year 3 Year 3 boys new to the School in 2009 and beyond will participate in an introductory strings programme which includes free group tuition and instrument hire on any of the following string instruments: violin, viola, cello or double bass. Continuing Year 3 boys in 2009 who received free group violin tuition in Year 2, 2008 may choose to have individual or shared tuition on the following instruments: violin, viola, cello or double bass, for which fees will apply. Ongoing Year 3 students in 2010 and beyond will participate in an introductory strings programme which includes free group tuition and instrument hire on any of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello or double bass. FROM 2010, ALL YEAR 3 BOYS WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE FREE INTRODUCTORY STRINGS PROGRAMME. Year 4 boys in 2009 and beyond may choose to have individual or group tuition on the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute or keyboard. Fees apply. Year 5 boys in 2009 and beyond may choose to have individual or group tuition on the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute and keyboard. Fees apply. Boys who are interested in furthering their keyboard skills may choose to continue in Year 5 as a piano student. Piano will only be offered as individual tuition, for which fees apply. Year 6 Continuing Year 6 boys in 2009 will be offered a choice of the instrument they have been learning in 2008 OR taking up individual or shared tuition on one of the following instruments (fees apply): violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone (limited places available), horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone and orchestral percussion (not drum kit). Piano, voice and classical guitar will be offered as individual tuition only, for which fees apply. Year 6 boys new to the School in 2010 and beyond will participate in an introductory band programme which includes free group tuition and instrument hire on any of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone (limited places available), horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone and orchestral percussion (not drum kit). Piano, voice and classical guitar will be offered as individual tuition only, for which fees apply. Ongoing Year 6 students in 2010 and beyond will participate in an instrumental programme which includes free group tuition and instrument hire on any of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone (limited places available), horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone, and orchestral percussion (not drum kit). Piano, voice and classical guitar will be offered as individual tuition only, for which fees apply. FROM 2010, ALL YEAR 6 BOYS WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE FREE INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAMME. The Junior School Yr 6 Ensemble Development Programme In order to encourage essential music ensemble skills, and in preparation for boys advancement to the school s formal ensembles (for example Middle Years Bands, Junior School Orchestra, etc) Year 6 instrumental music students will participate in regular weekly ensemble sessions timetabled during school hours. This programme is an integral part of each student s general musical development whilst at Scotch College. The Ensemble Development Programme is fully supported by the Junior School Music Specialist s class-music programme. Instrumental Music teachers will conduct ensemble sessions. There is no additional charge to parents for weekly ensemble sessions.
YEAR 7 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Year 7 boys new to the School in 2009 and beyond - An opportunity is open to boys new to the school to choose individual or group tuition on any of the following musical instruments (subject to availability, fees apply): 1. Strings violin, viola, cello or double bass 2. Woodwind - flute, oboe, clarinet 3. Brass - horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba 4. Orchestral percussion (not drum kit) 5. Classical guitar, contemporary guitar, piano and voice are available as individual tuition only Please note that there may be limited places for saxophone as a beginner instrument in 2009 For ongoing students in 2009 and beyond - Boys in Year 7 are encouraged to continue having lessons on the musical instrument they were learning in previous years. Fees apply. Instruments offered are: 1. Strings violin, viola, cello or double bass 2. Woodwind - flute, oboe, clarinet 3. Brass - horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba 4. Orchestral percussion (not drum kit) 5. Classical guitar, contemporary guitar, piano and voice are available as individual tuition only The Junior School Year 7 Ensemble Development Programme In order to encourage essential music ensemble skills, and in preparation for boys advancement to the school s formal ensembles (for example Middle Years Bands, Junior School Orchestra, etc) Year 7 instrumental music students will participate in regular weekly ensemble sessions timetabled during school hours. This programme is an integral part of each student s general musical development whilst at Scotch College. The Ensemble Development Programme is fully supported by the Junior School Music Specialist s class-music programme. Instrumental Music teachers will conduct ensemble sessions. There is no additional charge to parents for weekly ensemble sessions.
YEARS 8-12 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC For beginners (Year 8-12 in 2009 and beyond) An opportunity is open to all boys to choose individual tuition from the following list of musical instruments (fees apply): 1. Strings violin, viola, cello, double bass 2. Woodwind - flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon 3. Brass - horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba 4. Percussion, guitar (classical or contemporary), piano, voice (classical or jazz/contemporary) Please note that there may be limited places for saxophone as a beginner instrument in 2009 Ongoing students in 2009 and beyond - Boys in Years 8 to 12 are encouraged to continue having lessons on the musical instrument they were learning in previous years. Features of the Years 8 to 12 Instrumental Music programme * Tuition Fees apply * Individual lessons only * A wide range of performance opportunities is provided * Boys will be encouraged to sit AMEB performance exams * Instrument Hire and Maintenance Levy at $300 pa * Parents are encouraged to purchase an instrument
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION For inquiries regarding musical instrument tuition not listed in this handbook, please contact the Music Administrator, Mrs Moira Cross on 9383 6841 or email MACross@scotch.wa.edu.au Cancellation of Instrumental Music lessons Because of staffing and timetabling constraints one term s notice in writing is required if a boy wishes to withdraw from instrumental music tuition. Class Music Scotch College runs a comprehensive Years 1 12 class music programme which complements the school s instrumental music programme. The course is designed to develop boys aural perception skills and to increase awareness about music literature and composition. The Senior School Music Curriculum consists of year-long programmes from Years 8 12 and introduces boys to a developmental sequence of music skills which includes singing; instrumental performance; improvisation; reading; listening; writing; responding and creating. Students learn through a well established music teaching approach which incorporates the use of solfège (hand signs). Students understand the relevance of music in their daily lives and study the relationship between music, politics and society. Choir Senior School: Boys enrolled in class music in Years 8 12 will be invited to attend weekly rehearsals of a Senior School Choir as part of their course. Any Senior School boy who has an interest in singing, whether enrolled in class music or not, is most welcome to join the Choir. Junior School: All Year 3, 4 and 5 students will attend regular weekly Choir rehearsals. Boys in Years 6 and 7 may choose to join the Junior School Senior Choir. All choir rehearsals are scheduled to take place before or after school. Music Laboratory One of the excellent resources available to boys in Class Music is the Music Keyboard Lab. This facility is equipped with a complete range of computers, midi keyboards and other audio gear, along with a comprehensive suite of music learning and creation software. Ensemble Music This is an essential part of a student s music education at Scotch College. The enjoyable experience of group music making promotes teamwork, listening skills, personal discipline and commitment. Ensemble music enables boys to gain confidence and self-pride through their participation in the many public music performances throughout each year. Participation in Ensembles Enrolment in weekly instrumental lessons (school-based or private) is essential for a student to be permitted to participate in school ensembles. Rehearsals These are held on a weekly basis to ensure the ongoing progress and development of each ensemble. As with any team endeavour, it is essential that boys attend all scheduled weekly rehearsals to optimise performances. Jazz Ensembles Participation in the School s Jazz ensembles is conditional on a student s concurrent participation in another school music ensemble (e.g. Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, etc). Auditions Placement into senior ensembles is determined by a boy s demonstrated level of skill on his instrument. Auditions for Senior Ensembles are held in Winter Term in preparation for the new school year.
Concerts Concerts and special performance opportunities are scheduled into the School s annual calendar of events. Solo and ensemble music performances are made available through formal concerts, music festivals, and special events at the School and in the wider community. Junior School musicians are encouraged to play solo or in groups at Junior School assemblies. Concert Uniform Concert uniform for Senior School musicians is the official black shirt with Scotch College logo embroidered pocket (available from the Senior School Music Office) to be worn with black trousers (not jeans) and black shoes and socks. Storage of instruments The storage of instruments in special music lockers and the Musical Instrument Storeroom is available. Parents may consider taking out private insurance cover for their son s own musical instrument(s). Music Excursions Music tours, excursions and incursions are arranged from time to time. Occasionally, intensive rehearsal periods are scheduled in the lead up to significant concerts. These help establish a cohesive team spirit amongst the student musicians and they are designed to make the most of the FUN and ENJOYMENT associated with music making. Music Exams When boys are ready, teachers will recommend them for formal Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) exams. Such recommendations and the relevant AMEB schedule of fees will be forwarded to you for approval well in advance. Music Scholarships A number of Music Scholarships are available to talented Year 7 and 8 musicians. Music Scholarships pay all music tuition fees through to Year 12, subject to a scholarship holder s satisfactory practice and development on his instrument. Aside from participating in the College s ensembles, Music Scholars will be asked to perform as a soloist from time to time. There is an expectation that Music Scholarship holders will participate as fully as possible in the musical life of the school. This includes being enrolled in class music courses and singing in the choir. Pipes and Drums Students of both pipes and drums are most welcome to participate fully in Music Department ensembles on a mainstream musical instrument. Boys and parents are urged to discuss arrangements for such participation with the Head of Music in the event of any conflict between Pipe Band and other music rehearsal schedules. All inquiries regarding Pipe Band and Pipes and Drums tuition should be directed to the Pipe Band Master, Mr. Norm de Grussa. Fees and Charges Music fees and instrument hire will be charged to accounts at the end of each term. Music Practice Journal All boys enrolled in Instrumental Music will be issued with a Practice Journal in which they will keep a daily record of their practice. It is the Music Department s expectation that this journal will be signed each week by a parent or guardian. Colours Awards in Music are available to Year 11 and 12 musicians Criteria for Colours are as follows: (a) Active member of at least two senior ensembles throughout the year. Attendance in at least 90% of scheduled rehearsals and 100% of all performances (including ceremonial music e.g. Assembly/Chapel when required) unless prior notice of absence is given to the Head of Music (b) Satisfactory attitude towards staff and fellow students (c) Colours may be awarded to a Year 10 who is section leader in a senior ensemble and fulfils the requirements in (a) and (b).
START OF THE YEAR ARRANGEMENTS Ongoing instrumental music students: Lessons recommence in Week 2 of Summer Term. At the end of Week 1, boys should check the Music Department notice boards for lesson timetables for the new term. Ensemble rehearsals commence in Week 2. Rehearsal venues and days/times are published and disseminated in Week 1. Details will also be posted on the Music Department notice boards. The Music Department will assume that in Year 8, a boy will be continuing on the instrument he was learning in Year 7, unless there has been specific notification in writing of his intention to discontinue. Beginners and newly enrolled boys on a musical instrument: Lessons start in Week 2 of the Summer Term. Boys will be informed during Week 1 about their instrumental teacher, lesson venue and times. Boys lesson timetables will also be posted on the Music Department notice boards in Week 1. It is expected that a boy will make a commitment to instrument tuition and practice for a minimum period of one year. Only in exceptional circumstances may a boy be permitted to withdraw from the instrumental music programme during the year. This will be subject to discussion with the Head of Music and one term s notice will be required before lessons cease.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC LESSONS Individual Individual weekly lessons are of 40 minutes duration. They cost $41.00 per lesson (in 2009). Shared Shared weekly lessons in groups (maximum three in a class) are available in Junior School only. Learning an instrument with others can be very effective and may suit the learning needs of some boys. The cost of a 40 minute shared lesson is $20.50 per lesson (in 2009). As a student s skill level increases he may be reassigned to a more advanced group. Individual lessons may be recommended. Lesson times In the Senior School lesson times are scheduled during school time on a rotational basis. In other words, a student will attend his lesson at a different time from one week to the next to minimise disruptions to his academic class schedule. Where possible, out-of-school lessons will be arranged but priority is given for boys in Year 11 and 12 in order to accommodate their academic workload. Music theory Lessons for music theory can be arranged (out of school hours) for boys who elect to sit for out-of-school music exams (e.g. AMEB). However, it is not a requirement for instrumental students to enrol for theory lessons. Instrument Hire and Maintenance Most instruments (except for guitar, drums and piano) are available for hire through the Music Department for at least the first year of tuition. More expensive instruments (e.g. oboe, bassoon, tuba, etc) may be hired for the duration of a boy s time at Scotch College. Parents are encouraged to consider the purchase of an instrument as soon as possible. Advice about the purchase of good quality musical instruments is available from the Music Department. During the period of hire, a student will be responsible for the care and upkeep of the instrument and the cost of repairs if there is any damage to it. If an instrument is lost or damaged, the Music Department must be informed immediately. In the case of instrument loss or theft, a police report number will be required. The Instrument Hire and Maintenance fee This fee is $300 per annum (non-refundable) per instrument in 2009. Charges will be adjusted if a boy commences lessons later in the year. There is no charge for the loan of an instrument for new Year 3 students participating in the fully-inclusive instrumental music course. Instrument accessories such as valve oil, cork grease, rosin and strings (along with method books and practice journals) are available from the Music Department at an additional cost to students.
PROGRESS ON AN INSTRUMENT Attendance It is vital to your son s ongoing progress and development in music to attend lessons regularly. Parents will be informed immediately by mail if their son has not attended a scheduled instrumental music lesson or ensemble rehearsal. Notification of absence 24 hours notice is required if your son is unable to attend a lesson. If a student cannot attend due to sickness please notify Mrs Moira Cross in Music Administration no later than 8.00 am on the lesson day by phoning 9383 6841 or email: MACross@scotch.wa.edu.au. This will allow the school time to notify the instrumental music teacher. A lesson fee will be charged if a student is absent without notice. Regular daily practice is essential to a student s progress on a musical instrument. A Music Practice Journal is issued to each student. This important booklet has four main functions: The Practice Journal is the primary communication tool between parent and music teacher. Boys keep a daily record of their practice and they must have this signed each week by a parent or guardian. So that practice requirements are clear to the student, specific practice details are written into this booklet. As a reflective journal, boys are encouraged to enter personal comments into this book on a regular basis. As a parent, you can enhance your son s prospects for musical growth. Find a suitable place for him to practise preferably equipped with a music stand and any other resources that may be required during the practice session. Help your son to establish a regular practice routine. Beginners, as a general rule, should practise 20 30 minutes per day. This amount increases with progress. Be encouraging to your son even if the sound being made is not yet music as you know it.
Scotch College 2009 Music Calendar (as at 30 Jan 09) Summer Term Tuesday 3rd February - Thursday 9th April Monday 2 nd February 2.00pm Music Staff meeting Dining Room Annexe Tuesday 3 rd February 7.00pm JS Instrumental Programme Parent Information Night JS Music Room Tuesday 17 th February 8.45am New Year 3 Information Meeting JS Music Room Monday 23 rd February 7.30pm FOSM AGM and Welcome Dining Room Annexe Friday 27 th March 7.00pm Music Quiz Night Dickinson Centre Sunday 29 th March 6.00pm PLC Proms Concert Quarry Amphitheatre Friday 3 rd April Open Day Performances JS Quad/Dining Room Autumn Term Tuesday 28 th April - Friday 3 rd July Monday 4 th May 7.30pm FOSM meeting Dining Room Annexe Saturday 9 th May Music Scholarship Testing Room 61 Thur 28 th May-Tues 2 nd June Yr 11/12 Music Tour to Melbourne Tues 2 nd - Wed 3 rd June JS Music Camp Woodman Point Friday 5 th June 7.00pm Middle Years Music Concert Dickinson Centre Saturday 6 th June 7.00pm Winter Senior Concert Dickinson Centre June 8 th -11 th IPSHAA Performing Arts Festival Convention Centre Monday 22 nd June 7.30pm FOSM meeting Dining Room Annexe Mon 29 th June-Wed 1 st July Sing Choral Festival Octagon Theatre UWA July 5 th 9 th Darwin International Guitar Festival Winter Term Tuesday 21 st July - Friday 25 th September Sun 19 th Tues 21 st July Sen Ensemble Concert Preparation Camp Simons, Araluen Camp Monday 27 th July 7.30pm FOSM meeting Dining Hall Annexe Friday 7 th August 7.30pm Jazz Night Dickinson Centre August 8 th 9 th WA Schools Orchestra Festival Perth Modern School August 15 th 16 th August WA Schools Band Festival Perth Modern School Wednesday 19 th August 7.00pm Con Brio Strings Concert tbc August 22 nd 23 rd Classical Guitar Festival Churchlands SHS Monday 31 st August 7.30pm FOSM meeting Dining Room Annexe Tuesday 1 st September Upson Award Auditions Room 61 Friday 4 th September 7.00pm Spring Senior Concert Dickinson Centre September 5 th - 6 th Schools Jazz Festival Scotch College Friday 18 th September 2.00pm JS Music Assembly Yrs 2-5 Chapel Monday 21 st Tues 22 nd September MY Concert Preparation Days Dickinson Centre Tuesday 22 nd September 7.00pm Middle Years Music Concert Dickinson Centre Wednesday 23 rd September 7.00pm Yr 11/12 Music Dinner tbc Spring Term Tuesday 13 th October - Thursday 17 th December Monday 19 th October 7.30pm FOSM meeting Dining Room Annexe Monday 19 th October Senior Ensemble Auditions Room 61 Thursday 22 nd October 2.00pm JS Musical Dickinson Centre Friday 23 rd October Senior Ensemble Auditions Room 61 Wednesday 21 st October 7.30am Music Breakfast/Year 12 farewell Gooch Friday 6 th November JS Ensembles Community Concerts Thursday 12 th November 6.30pm New Yr 6 Music Information Night JS Music Friday 20 th November 6.00pm Junior School Xmas Picnic JS Front Lawn Wednesday 2 nd December 2.00pm Junior School Presentations Dickinson Centre Thursday 3rd December 6.30pm Middle School Speech Night Dickinson Centre Friday 4 th December 6.30pm Senior School Speech Night Dickinson Centre
Ensemble Rehearsals Weekly Schedule for 2009 (as at 30 Jan 2009) Middle Years Concert Band Monday 7.30 8.30am Room 61 Senior Choir Monday 7.30 8.30am Room 60 Year 4 Choir Monday 7.45 8.30am JS Music Senior Concert Band Monday 3.45 5.15pm Room 61 String Quartet Monday 3.30 4.30pm Room 60 Dixieland Band Tuesday 7.30 8.30am Room 61 Rhythm Section Workshop Tuesday 7.30 8.30am TBC Year 3 Choir Tuesday 7.45 8.30am JS Music Big Band 3 Tuesday 3.30 4.30pm Room 61 Flute Ensemble Wednesday 7.30 8.30am Flute Room JS Senior Choir Wednesday 7.45 8.30am JS Music Junior Guitar Ensemble Wednesday 7.30 8.30am JS Music Middle Years Guitar Ensemble Wednesday 7.30 8.30am Room 60 Senior String Orchestra Wednesday 7.30 8.30am Room 61 Junior String Quartet Wednesday 1.00 1.45pm JS Music Junior School Jazz Band Wednesday 3.30 4.30pm JS Music Big Band 1 Wednesday 3.45 5.15pm Room 61 Senior Guitar Ensemble Thursday 7.30 8.30am Room 60 Big Band 2 Thursday 7.30 8.30am Room 61 Junior String Orchestra Thursday 7.30 8.30am JS Music Year 5 Choir Friday 7.45 8.45am JS Music Assembly Band Friday 7.30 8.30am Dickinson Scotch/PLC Wind Ensemble Friday 3.45 5.15pm PLC Scotch/PLC Chamber Orchestra Friday 3.45 5.15pm PLC