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WELCOME TO OUR DEPARTMENT |
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DEPARTMENT HEAD: Mr Colin Quinn
STAFF MEMBERS: Miss L. Ferguson (Brass Tutor);
Mr G. Skelly (Drums Tutor) |
MISSION STATEMENT
Musical activities are invaluable because of the transfer of skills and attitudes to other aspects of learning. They enhance the community of the school and the sense of being part of a team whilst individual achievement is recognised as being equally important. Pupils are best motivated by exposure to a wide variety of music from different genres and cultures and by taking part in an extensive range of practical activities.
DEPARTMENTAL AIMS
In order to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge required for success at key stage 3 level and to prepare them for GCSE the music department aims:
To ensure that every pupil has the opportunity to take part in active music making, both in curricular and extra curricular time.
To deliver a music course in years 8 - 10 which adheres to National curriculum guidelines.
To assess all aspects of the course in a way which both encourages the pupils and builds up a body of evidence that allows staff to report on progression.
To encourage specialist and non-specialist alike to continue their musical studies towards examinations in year 12.
To offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities and to encourage all pupils to take advantage of this provision.
To provide equal opportunities to all in the selection of pupils for instrumental tuition and to continually assess and develop this aspect of the music department.
To encourage pupils to take a lead in school productions, religious services and other musical occasions.
To establish links with other subject areas - specifically Drama and Religion.
KEY STAGE 3 COURSE OUTLINE
The key musical skills of listening, appraising, composing and performing are addressed from Year 8 through to Year 10 in the following projects and activities:
Year 8—Year 10
Vocal exercises - 8th years are brilliant and others
Keyboard skills
The elements of music/ The carnival of the animals
Rhythm exercises/games
Graphic scores
Staff notation
Drone, Ostinato and Melody
The music of China
Film Music
Music in advertising
Blues Music
GCSE COURSE OUTLINE
There are four main areas of this course with each receiving 25% of total marks. These areas are:
Coursework—Composing
Coursework—Performing
Integrated Assignment
Listening and Appraising Test
The five areas of study include: Music For Film; Music For Dance; Music For Special Events; Orchestral Landmarks and The Popular Song Since 1960.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR MUSIC PROVISION
Music plays an important part in the school life at Christian Brothers. There is a wide interest from pupils from all age groups to play instruments and the school has two school bands at present. They rehearse and perform a wide range of music, are regular performers in school concerts, accompany the school choir on occasions and compete in local and national band competitions. The school provided the following extra-curricular activities:
School Choir—This is open to all pupils and performs a variety of music.
Traditional Group—There are two traditional groups (junior and senior) within the school, which perform a range of traditional styles fro slow airs to jigs and reels.
School Bands—There are two school bands at present (junior and senior) consisting of pupils receiving drum and guitar lessons within the school. They rehearse and perform a wide range of music, are regular performers in school concerts and compete in local band competitions.
Guitar Club—Guitar lessons take place after school on a regular basis.
Drum Lessons—This is a time-tabled lesson which take place on a weekly basis.
SCHOOL PRODUCTIONS
Stars In Your Eyes—March 2003. The school hosted its own version of the hugely popular TV programme. In a closely fought contest, that included the likes of BonJovi, Westlife, Christy Moore, Coldplay and Shaggy, three acts were voted through to the School's Semi-Finals staged at Lagan College. Further success was to follow for one pupil in particular as Conor Fegan (Year 12) starring as Freddie Mercury, was voted through to the final of the competition which was held in the Waterfront Hall.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat —April 2004. With a cast of 40 pupils and teachers alike, the Music and Drama departments produced a highly successful show from the Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical "Joseph". Performances ran for three consecutive evenings.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT LINKS
Below are a table of links to useful web sites and information for completing your homework / coursework as well as photo galleries to work events etc. Take the time to read and digest the information contained within them.
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