Music
The Music program at St Peter’s Girls combines all the right notes, fostering a passion for performance and music in all of its forms. Over half of our students play an instrument or learn voice. The Music Department runs more than 20 co-curricular ensembles with over 300 girls participating in weekly rehearsals.
Music truly is part of the fabric here at Saints Girls.
Music co-curricular activities at St Peter’s Girls:
String
Bass Guitar
Cello
Double Bass
Guitar / Electric Guitar
Viola
Violin
Woodwind
Clarinet
Flute
Oboe
Saxophone
Brass
Euphonium
French Horn
Trombone
Trumpet
Tuba
Other
Drum Kit*
Piano*
Recorder
Tuned Percussion
Voice*
*Jazz performance and/or classical/contemporary offered with these instruments
Additional instruments may also be offered, depending on tutor availability.
Lessons take place during school time on a rotation basis and every effort is made to minimise disruption to other schoolwork. Lunchtime, before and after school lessons can be requested, with senior students given first preference.
All of our girls are welcomed and encouraged to join our music ensembles to further their skills and experience the joy of live performance.
> Day camp for junior and middle string students
> Generations in Jazz
> String Week - performances, workshops and twilight concert
> Musical support at Chapel Services and other School events
> School Piano Eisteddfod and evening recital
> Biennial School Musical
> Year 5 Production
> Percussion Ensemble performance
> Annual Cabaret Concert showcasing all ensembles
> Annual Music Concert featuring 160 performers including an Old Scholars' choir and band
> Biennial Sisters of the Church Music Festival, bringing together our Sister Schools from around the country
> Thursday Club performance – extension program for Jazz vocalists and instrumentalists
> Year 2 Extension Recorder group
> ABODA Strings and Band Festival
St Peter’s Girls facilitates various other concerts, services, workshops and competitions, allowing our vocalists and instrumentalists to experience the thrill of performing while enhancing their understanding and appreciation of music. In December, our musicians come together for our traditional Carols in the Cathedral, bringing the School year to a spirited and moving crescendo.
St Peter’s Girls has been enjoying an electric run of success in Music.
In 2022, our Music students attracted national and international accolades across a host of competitions and activities. Our talented ensemble Esperanza won 1st place in the Open Vocal Division at Generations in Jazz and 3rd prize at the Strike A Chord National Chamber Music championship, while our Stage Band were Runners Up in Division 4 at GIJ and in Division 2 at the ABODA SA School Band and Orchestra Music Festival.
Saints Girls enjoy fantastic live performance opportunities on stage, on air and in collaboration with world-renowned artists and composers. Our vocal ensembles have songs on Spotify and professional music videos. A performance feature in recent times has been the School’s epic Cabaret Music Concert showcasing collaborations with acclaimed performers. All middle and senior girls compete in their Houses at our annual Choral Night and can also extend their talents in our biennial School Musical or FUSION Performing Arts Collaboration. Another highlight is the annual Music Camp, where Music students from Years 5 to 12 build a culture of family within ensembles across the year levels.
The Music curriculum at St Peter’s Girls is comprehensive and diverse. Music is embraced by all year groups and we provide a coordinated academic pathway for girls who wish to continue studying music throughout their senior schooling.
The programs aim to grow confidence and competence among solo and ensemble performers. Aural, theoretical, composing and arranging skills are refined as students gain a deep and historical understanding of music.
At Saints Girls, Music is much more than just a subject, it is a constant companion.
