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Calling all Musicians

 

To support next years Year 7 musicians, we are planning to introduce a buddy system so the new pupils can learn about the Music Department from older students.

 

We will pair up the new instrumentalists with pupils that already learn an instrument at Robert Clack School.

 

If you would like to be a music buddy could you please let Mrs Churchill know.

 

Thank you

 

The Music Department

 

 

 

 

Staff

 

 

Miss Templer

Miss Templer has been at Robert Clack since 2007, when she arrived from New Zealand.  She plays the violin, piano and the guitar and runs the school orchestra and music technology clubs. 

 

Mrs Churchill

 

Mrs Churchill has worked at Robert Clack School since 2000. 

She plays the Piano, Clarinet, Saxophone, Recorder.  Mrs Churchill has established a strong choral tradition at Robert Clack and runs the only boys’ school choir in the borough. 

 

Mrs Kay

Mrs Kay has worked in Robert Clack since 2007.  She plays the violin, piano and sings. 

 

 

 

CMS Staff

 

Strings

Cello Miss Addison

Violin Mr Panayi

Viola Mrs Rook

Guitar Mr Bowman

 

Brass

Brass Mr Christmas

 

Woodwind

Oboe Mrs Davies

Flute Mrs Booth

Clarinet Mr Roman

 

Piano

 

Piano Mr McKenna

 

Voice

Voice Mrs Wood

 

Drums

Drums Mr Newnhan

 

Drums Mr Robinson

 

 

gifted and talented pupils in music

 

How do we identify gifted students?

We look for students who:

  • Have a natural ability or aptitude for music.
  • Already play an instrument and/or sing.
  • Excel generally and who have an interest in music and want to start learning an instrument.

 

How are gifted students supported in music?

  • Students are encouraged and generally expected to participate in an ensemble – e.g., choir, orchestra.
  • Students are given the opportunity to work with others and assist others with their own practise and learning. (E.g., GCSE students working with KS3 students.)
  • Students are entered into borough/national competitions (i.e. rising star awards).
  • The department arranges annual workshops with Guildhall and Wigmore Hall for students to work with professional musicians and university students  on their chosen instrument.

 

What can gifted students do to pursue their interest in music?

  • Students can complete grade examinations on their chosen instrument/voice.
  • Get involved with local community groups – ie. music service ensembles, city and national youth orchestras.
  • Work with professionals to learn new techniques and methods on their instruments .
  • Organise and run groups for younger students.
  • Pursue a qualification in music – i.e GCSE/ A level, degree.

 

 

The curriculum is outstanding and meets the needs of students extremely well. A wide range of vocational courses and work-related opportunities at Key Stage 4 offer helpful pathways into training and employment. Provision for personal, health, social and citizenship education is excellent and supports students' personal development successfully as well as providing exciting opportunities for developing enterprise and work-related skills.

OFSTED- December 2007

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