Music programs
Elanora Heights Public School has a small but growing music program. We value the arts and firmly believe in the importance of music in the curriculum. There are many wonderful reasons to join the school band and strings programs. Your child will have the opportunity to learn a skill that can be used for the rest of their lives whilst also gaining confidence through public performance.
Being part of a music ensemble provides numerous benefits and opportunities. Not only will your child learn to play their instrument with their friends, they will also learn the skills of concentration, perseverance and self‐discipline. Studies have shown that learning to play an instrument enhances students' performance in math, language, arts, foreign language and other academic areas.
The school music ensembles play at school events, such as Open Day and at assemblies, as well as performing at the Festival of Instrumental Music, Northern Beaches Instrumental Festival and other community events. Additional music events include Tuesday Tunes, busking at school events, Music Camp, Solo Night and our annual Christmas Concert.
Music programs at EHPS
Our Senior Strings ensemble comprises of students from years 3 - 6 who have been playing for 2 or more years.
Conductor: Mrs Emma Wake
Rehearsal: Thursday mornings 7:25am - 8:25am
The Junior Strings ensemble comprises of students who are beginners, in Year 2, or have been playing for 1-2 years.
Conductor: Mrs Emma Wake
Rehearsal: Wednesday lunchtime 12:40pm - 1:35pm
Our EHPS Band is open to all levels of musicians from Years 3 - 6.
Conductor: Miss Olivia Bryant
Rehearsal: Tuesday mornings 7:25am - 8:25am
Joining our Music Programs
Recruitment takes place in Term 4 each year for the following year and it is not just for students in Years 1 and 2. We encourage older students to also think about taking up an instrument, understanding that they will be accelerated through the program if they progress at a faster rate to their peers.
To create a successful program we require positive parental involvement. Encouraging your child to practice and ensure weekly lessons are attended, really helps the student to progress and enjoy learning their instrument.
The Music Program is charged as an annual fee at the start of the year. Students who wish to leave the program during the year will need to discuss this with the Principal and fees are non refundable.
To download a list of local Strings tutors
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To download a list of local Band tutors click here (169KB)
If you wish your child to join a band or string ensemble, or have a related question, please contact the school office.
In class Music Program
Year 1 Strings is a compulsory in school program which aims to introduce all students in Year 1 to the Strings Program. In Term 3, each Year 1 class receives a 1 hour lesson during school time.
Conductor: Mrs Emma Wake.
Students are invoiced for this program in Term 2
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