Instrumental Music Tuition
Expression of interest
At Bundoora Secondary College, we encourage students to take control of their learning by making choices that will further their growth and provide opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for work outside of school.
We would like to invite you to enrol in Instrumental Music lessons as one way that you take control of your learning and carve your future pathway through the range of music opportunities that exist within the school.
About the program
Lessons are 30 minutes which are timetabled during class time throughout the day. This is common practice amongst all schools.
Classes are scheduled within a rotating timetable so that students do not miss out on the same class every week.
Students can choose to learn Bass, Clarinet, Drums / Percussion, Flute, Guitar, Keyboard, Music Tech, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Ukulele, and Vocals.
Teachers are qualified instrumental music specialists that work in the music industry.
Students can choose from various group sizes. Fees vary depending on group sizes. See over for more information.
The Instrumental Music Program is heavily subsidized by the Education Department and the school; however, there are still some relatively small costs involved in administering the program and maintaining instruments.
Entry students are entitled to free enrolment for Semester 1 for lessons in a group of 4.
Benefits of learning an instrument
Build experience for your CQEES portfolio.
Contribute to society for your CQEES portfolio by performing with bands / ensembles in the school and local communities.
Develop your concentration and academic achievement and find opportunities to set a BSC Value goal for rigour.
Building your self-motivation and regulation and find opportunities to set a BSC Value goal for responsibility.
Building social connections through bands / ensembles and find opportunities to set a BSC Value goal for relationships.
CONDITIONS OF TUITION
All instrumental music lessons include weekly tuition, instrument hire (brass and woodwind instruments), books and music resources.
Payment must be made prior to commencement of tuition at the beginning of the year. Payment must be made in full and is not refundable. Please contact the main office with regards to payment plans.
All questions and/or concerns must be communicated in writing to the Head of Music and/or the Business Manager.
The pupil should practice regularly and attend his/her/their weekly lessons and have an instrument to practice to demonstrate progress.
The pupil is expected to join the school ensemble/s, or any other school performing group when he/she/they have reached the desired standard of performance.
Consumable items such as strings, reeds, oil, and plectrums are to be purchased by students as required.
Students enrolled in instrumental music are encouraged to enrol in the various music electives available as part of PACE21 and senior music pathways.
The yearly fee covers the minimum of 32 lessons per year. This allows for disruptions caused by camps, public holidays, curriculum days, work experience, and staff absences.
It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any work they have missed in class due to their lesson. If the student has an assessment during their lesson time, it is their responsibility to reschedule their lesson with the instrumental music teacher.
Students are responsible for knowing when their lessons are scheduled and to attend these lessons. Students are required to monitor their email and Compass schedule to keep up to date with lesson times.
Students sign up for lessons for one instrument. They can nominate to sign up for extra instruments; however, this is dependent on their commitment to practice, attendance of their instrumental music classes, and participation in school bands or ensembles.
Important: This form is only to express your interest, not a confirmation. Our music coordinator will reach out soon to chat about next steps.