Moranbah State High School proudly offers grade 7-12 students the opportunity to learn a Woodwind, Brass or Percussion instrument as part of Education Queensland’s Instrumental Music Program.
Music is an important aspect in the education of a child. By undertaking Instrumental Music, a student develops and strengthens personal skills such as commitment, patience, social interaction, confidence, and perseverance. Many Instrumental Music students continue playing their instrument as adults, as a hobby or as career musician. Music is a skill for life that connects people from all backgrounds.
Our Instrumental Music students perform regularly within our school, the wider Moranbah community, and at regional events.
It is hoped that all Year 7 students who learnt an instrument in Primary School will continue to learn their instrument at Moranbah State High School.
All students who enrol in instrumental music will receive a weekly 35-minute group lesson during class time on Wednesdays. Lessons run on a rotating timetable so that students do not miss the same class each week. Students will be allocated to groups based on their individual progress and current Instrumental Music Curriculum Level. Participation in lessons is a compulsory component of the Instrumental Music Program
The Moranbah State High School Concert Band rehearses from 7:30am to 8:15am on Wednesday mornings. Participation in this ensemble is a compulsory component of the Instrumental Music Program.
A participation fee of $20.00 will be charged to all students in Term 1 of the school year. This fee contributes to the purchase of sheet music and consumables used in the Instrumental Music Program. Please note these prices are subject to change. See your invitation to enrol for most up to date pricing.
A limited number of school instruments are available for hire at a cost of $120.00. This fee contributes to the cost of maintenance and care and is only charged to students borrowing a school instrument. Please note these prices are subject to change. See your invitation to enrol for most up to date pricing.
Instrumental Music students are expected to demonstrate a high level of responsible behaviour and personal organisation. This includes weekly attendance to lessons and Concert Band rehearsals.
Students are also expected to complete regular home practice. Students will be given weekly practice homework and should aim to complete 20-30 minutes of practice, 4 to 5 times per week. Regular practice allows the student to progress through the curriculum and confidently participate in ensembles. Insufficient progress due to insufficient practice may result in withdrawal from the program.
How do I enrol in the Instrumental Music Program?
Instrumental Music students who are currently in Year 6 at Moranbah East State School or Moranbah State School will automatically receive an invitation to enrol in the Instrumental Program in Term 4.
If your child was part of the Instrumental Music Program at a previous school outside of Moranbah or you would like further information about the Instrumental Music Program, please contact our school on 4949 2111.
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