Primary Music Department caters to the development of knowledge and abilities in all areas of music. Vocal skills are taught in all year levels, with in-depth studies of vocal technique in Year 5. Classes are equipped with a variety of pitched and unpitched percussion for group ensemble work and individual rhythmic and melodic development. All students are provided the opportunity to learn keyboard in Year 4. Note reading skills are developed largely from Year 3, where students all learn the soprano recorder. All year levels are provided opportunities for creative expression, improvisation and musical composition. Music history and listening skills are approached through a variety of media. Students have many opportunities to display their learning in school assemblies as well as regular concerts in each semester. Extra ensembles, both vocal and instrumental, are provided for those seeking enrichment activities.
