Music
Staff
- Lorna Sullivan - Teacher i/c Music
Instrumental teachers
- Mrs Alice Hurley - Violin
- Mr Patrick Garrigan - Guitar
- Mr John Powney - Drum kit and percussion
- Mrs Emma Kerr – Piano and woodwind
- Mrs Deborah Milledge – Voice
- Mrs Sara Heath - Flute
About the Course
Key stage 3
In years 7-9 all students have a one hour music lesson each week. This lesson includes a large amount of practical work; for example, singing, keyboard lessons, using percussion and other instruments.
The course content includes:
- Year 7 - An introductory unit "On the way", the music of Java and Bali, Major & Minor, Chords and Ragtime.
- Year 8 - Rock and Roll, Chords in Songs, Rondo, Folk Music and the music of Japan.
- Year 9 - Ground Bass, Samba, Music and the Media, The Blues and Theme and Variations.
Key stage 4
At key stage 4, students can choose to study music to GCSE level.
The course content includes:
Students are assessed by a
listening exam (unfamiliar music and study pieces) 40%
two practical performances 30%
two compositions 30%
Instrumental Lessons
Instrumental lessons are available on the following instruments:
- Woodwind (flute, clarinet, saxophone)
- Brass (all instruments)
- Guitar (electric and acoustic)
- Bass guitar
- Drum kit and percussion
- Voice
- Keyboard and piano
- Cello
- Violin and viola
Lessons cost £13.50 per half hour individual lesson and further details are available from the Music Department
Extra-Curricular Activities
The school choir and band rehearse weekly and there is an annual school show, a Christmas talent show and a summer concert, as well as the opportunity to perform in the wonderful environment of Cartmel Priory as part of our school services. Our next production will be Oliver.