Extra-Curricular at MAG
Term 4 is always a busy one in the Music department here at MAG, with performers scheduled for both Primary and Secondary assemblies, the long awaited Rock Band Concerts, Presentation Assemblies and of course, our annual Primary Christmas Concert, among others!
Rudimental Tuesday’s with Kev Kiely
Starting in Week 4, we have an exciting new workshop on offer to students in Year 5 and above, where students will be given the opportunity to learn the true language of the drums, rudiments!
By attending these lunchtime sessions every Tuesday in Term 4, students will gain valuable drumming knowledge and skills which will empower them to join one of our highly acclaimed and celebrated Drumline Ensembles in 2025 and beyond.
As this is a Co-Curricular initiative, there is NO associated cost. It's a fantastic opportunity to develop our students' drumming skills with a clear pathway to becoming valued members of the school Drumline! With performance opportunities, professional workshops and competitions forecast for 2025, all under the guidance of a true professional in Kev Kiely, this is not to be missed!
2024 Rock Band Concerts
Primary Rock Band Concert - Monday 25 November at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Secondary Rock Band Concert - Monday 25 November 7:00pm - 8:00pm
We eagerly anticipate our upcoming annual Rock Band Concerts, featuring up to nine Primary Rock Bands and five Secondary Rock Bands. Students are excited to provide yet another spectacular evening of music!
The events will be held on Monday 25 November across two concert sessions (Primary and Secondary). The Primary Concert is from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. This allows 30 minutes for the Primary audience to exit, Secondary audience to enter and Secondary Rock Bands to get set up for their concert from 7:00pm to 8:00pm.
More information is to follow, but for now, please SAVE THE DATE.
Grade 4 Strings Pilot
With the Year 4 Strings Pilot Program coming to a close this week, we thank our tutor, Katie Kim for providing this unique and exciting experience for our students to learn the violin.
For students wishing to continue with their violin education in a group or private setting, please visit our website and complete our online form. We also have a number of violins ready and available for hire to support our students' learning.
Interested Year 4 students will be given the opportunity to share their learning at the next Primary Assembly in Week 6.
Limited Spots Remaining - Ballet Masterclasses with Emma Mexa
We are delighted to offer two ‘masterclass’ style sessions with professional ballet dancer and teacher, Emma Mexa.
As part of our Extra-Curricular offerings, Emma will facilitate two ballet sessions on the following dates:
- Wednesday 13 November
- Tuesday 26 November
These sessions will be ‘masterclass’ style lessons, aimed at students who have some prior experience in ballet, from beginner to advanced level. Emma is flexible and can accommodate students preference, whether it is working on ballet exercises and technique, perfecting existing repertoire, enhancing strength and conditioning or teaching solo / group dances.
These ballet lessons will be during school hours and cost $38 per half hour lesson (invoiced by Emma).
Lessons are 1:1, though small group lessons may be an option where there are students of the same age / ability. Group lessons in this case, will cost $30 per student (group of two), or $20 per student (group of three or more).
To take advantage of this fantastic opportunity, please visit our website and complete our online form.
2024 Extra Curricular Tuition Applications (Optional)
We offer a variety of instruments available for students to learn through our Extra-Curricular Music Program.
For students interested in participating in our Extra-Curricular tuition program, a range of percussion, brass, woodwind and string instruments are available to learn, as well as the opportunity to join our Brass/Woodwind ‘Step Up’ program, or a Rock Band.
Please refer to the details on our website and if required, click here to apply.
Please don’t hesitate to contact Mr Michael Hearn, Acting Head of Student Experience – Extra Curricular Music Program (K-12), should you have any queries.