Forest
Lake State High School offers the Instrumental Music Program of Excellence as
part of its commitment to excellence in the Arts. It provides tuition during
school time in Woodwind, Brass, Strings and Percussion instruments as well as providing
students with performance and ensemble opportunities through participation in
one of our many ensembles including Concert Band, Jazz Band, DrumLine and
String Orchestra.
Aims
The
Instrumental Music Program of Excellence aims to provide opportunities for
dedicated music students to develop instrumental music skills via weekly
tuition and personal practice. Through
participation in our ensembles (Concert Band, Jazz Band, DrumLine and String
Orchestra), students are able to cultivate their performance skills by performing
and competing in a variety of concerts and events. Students who participate and engage in the
Instrumental Music Program of Excellence receive a first class Music
curriculum.
Selection Criteria
Students
gain selection to participate in the Instrumental Music Program of Excellence
based upon their desire and motivation to develop their instrumental music
technique and performance skills. It is
highly recommended that students accepted into the program enrol in a
Performing Arts curriculum subject (Music, Dance or Drama) to supplement the
skills they develop in the program (excluding Year 7 applicants).
Entry Requirements
To
be eligible for the Instrumental Music Program, all applicants should meet the
following criteria:
- the completion of an expression of interest form and signed contract;
- selection into the ensembles will be based on student’s attendance,
effort, technique and skill demonstrated in their weekly lessons; and
- the capacity to cover course costs.
Conditions of Enrolment
Students
participating in the Instrumental Music Program of Excellence must:
- attend all lessons, ensemble rehearsals and
performances at school and external organisations;
- maintain a
sound achievement (C) or higher in Instrumental Music;
- enrol in a Performing Arts curriculum subject (excluding Year 7
applicants); and
- consistently
demonstrate our PRIDE expectations of being Prepared, Respectful, Inclusive,
Dedicated and Engaged.
External Partnerships
Our
Instrumental Music Program of Excellence is proud to be partnered with many
community based groups and organisations.
Through performances, camps, tours and competitions, we have fostered partnerships
with the following organisations:
- Fanfare
- Forest Lake National Seniors
- RSL – Forest Lake Sub Branch
- Local and Regional Primary and Secondary Schools
- Orion Shopping Centre
- QCCC Brookfield
- Forest Lake Village Shopping Centre
- Queensland Symphony Orchestra
For further information please contact instrumental.poe@forestlakeshs.eq.edu.au or phone 3714 2333