Geelong High School has an enviable reputation in the Performing Arts. Over the past couple of decades GHS has produced 100s of graduates who have succeeded to professional work as dancers, singers, actors, musicians, theatre technicians, teachers, writers, choreographers and directors.
Music studies occur at Shenton, a unique Performing Arts facility where our collection of heritage listed buildings, creates an inspiring atmosphere for creativity. No visit to Geelong High School would be complete without a tour of the Theatre with its state-of-the-art professional lighting system housed within a 1930s Baroque style church.
Music
The Geelong High School Instrumental Music Program aims to expose students to the many benefits that a music education will bring. The making of good music is seen as a main focus by the department and our aim is to produce the best performers and performing groups possible. The participation of ensembles in performances and concerts throughout the year are a vital part of a young musician’s training. The social and personal aspects associated with learning an instrument are seen as very important and are fostered by the department.
Students learn to work cooperatively as a team member, build communication and performance skills, build motor proficiency, self-confidence, responsibility, leadership skills, mental and physical discipline, creativity, self-expression and, of course, to have fun. Research has shown that students benefit in other school subjects by learning and playing music, leading to improved academic results.All students undertaking instrumental music lessons at Geelong High School are required to participate in at least one of the compulsory school music ensembles. Each instrumental student is expected to:
- attend a weekly timetabled lesson.
- regularly attend one ensemble rehearsal per week outside of class hours.
- practice the music until the required standard is achieved.
- attend performances as advised throughout the year.
- actively strive to maintain and develop the standard and performance of the ensemble.
Students who accept these requirements/commitments to the instrumental program will be offered lessons on their chosen instrument. The school offers tuition on the following instruments – Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Guitar, Bass Guitar and Contemporary Voice studies.
For further information contact:
Andrew Kypriotis
Phone: 5225 4100
Email: andrew.kypriotis@education.vic.gov.au