Music

CSC/Le Page Primary School Mentorship Music Program Continues in Term 4!

At the beginning of Term 2 of this year, Cheltenham Secondary College partnered with Le Page Primary School to deliver a Music Mentorship Program. Met with great enthusiasm and success from students, the program has continued through into Term 4.

The program connects CSC music students with students from Le Page Primary to provide hands-on mentoring and instrumental exploration across brass, woodwind, percussion, piano and keyboard. With the encouragement and support from CSC's music staff, the initiative has helped introduce younger students to new musical experiences that build their confidence through the gift of collaboration and performance. Our staff are providing quality guidance for students throughout these sessions to create inclusive, nurturing environments.

Staff and students from both schools have expressed how valuable the experience has been, particularly in giving their students access to instruments and mentoring that would otherwise be unavailable in regular programs. The initiative highlights CSC's leadership and investment in arts education, its commitment to community connection, and its dedication to the successes of the next generation of musicians in the Bayside area.

With this success, the schools are planning for the program to culminate in a joint concert, where families from both CSC and Le Page can come together to celebrate student achievements and musical growth.

🎶 MUSIC ROOM ETIQUETTE – PLAY IT RIGHT! 🎶

🎸 1. Respect the Space 

✨ Keep the room clean. 

✨ Pack away stands, chairs, and cables. 

✨ 🚫 No food or drinks near instruments.

🥁 2. Respect the Instruments 

🎻 Handle instruments with care. 

🎹 Store them properly after use. 

🚫 Don’t use someone else’s instrument without asking!

🎤 3. Practice with Purpose 

🎼 Use your time wisely—focus on your pieces. 

🔥 Warm up before playing. 

📚 Come prepared for lessons and rehearsals.

🎺 4. Respect Others 

🤫 Keep noise levels down when others are practising. 

👏 Support your peers during performances. 

😊 Encourage, don’t discourage!

🎷 5. Be Professional 

⏰ Arrive on time. 

🎒 Bring all your music and gear. 

👍 Follow staff instructions respectfully.

🎻 6. Performance Mindset 

👗 Dress smartly for concerts. 

👂 Listen to feedback and improve. 

🎉 Celebrate your achievements—and your friends’ too!

Coming Up

We will be holding more Open Mic sessions for the remainder of the year, so keep an eye out for the sign-up sheets and make sure you book in for the opportunity to perform your favourite song and have some fun!

If you are interested in joining the Instrumental Music Program in 2026, please complete the enrolment form that is available on our website.