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Music success

 

 

Elias Tomarkin, Year 9 , is one of Robert Clack’s most established musicians. Elias recently auditioned for a place at the Royal College of Music’s Junior Academy and it is with great pleasure to announce that he has been accepted.

 

This is a fantasc opportunity for Elias and will give him invaluable experience to help him achieve his goal of becoming a professional musician.

The Academy, which takes place every Saturday, includes private tuition with some of the country’s most renowned musicians, as well as taking

part in the Junior orchestra.  

We would like to congratulate Elias on this outstanding achievement and we will look forward to watching his first performance as a fully established musician with the Royal College of Music.

 

 

 

summer music concert

The summer music concert was held on Wednesday 6th July on the Green Lane site.  There were a range of performances from all year groups and we would like to say a big thank you to all those who took part and to those who came to support the students on the evening.

         

 

 

 

 

freedom concert

 

On Friday 13th May, Robert Clack School and St.Mary’s Church held a freedom concert in the assembly rooms. The night was full of unexpected, brilliant acts such as mimes, singing and even an escapologist!

The purpose of the evening was to remember and appreciate the importance of freedom.

St.Mary’s Church had a group called ‘W.o.W’ which consisted of many acts that illustrated freedom perfectly. Robert Clack School also had great acts such as the Girls Choir, Boys Choir, Harmony and dancing. The dancing was superb, it was clear to see how they won theUndiscovered talent show at our school.

Harmony sang umbrella and some of the Boys Choir joined in which made it look and sound amazing!

The Girls and Boys Choir also made the evening that little bit special with the choice of songs they had. So it is many thanks to all the acts that performed that night.

Diellza Nishori  8RE

 

 

 

 

 

          

Staff

 

 Miss. A Templer – Head of Department

Mrs. H Churchill – KS3 Curriculum Coordinator

Miss. F Garlick – Music Teacher

Mrs. A Kay (Assistant Head Teacher) – Music

 

Key Stage 3 Curriculum Outline

 

Year 7

 

Keyboard Skills 1

Writing a Blues song

Composing an Irish Jig

The 7 Elements of Music

Composing a piece of Descriptive Music

 

Year 8

Keyboard Skills 2

Performing a Samba piece

Arranging a Club Dance Remix

Composing a Waltz

Writing a Rap song

 

Year 9

 

Keyboard Skills 3

Musical Futures band project

Writing a Disco song

 

Music Department Homework Guidelines:

 

At KS3:

As students have one lesson per week, homework is set once a

half term. Students who do not submit their homework will be given a

15 minute detention which will take place on a Thursday after school.

At KS4:

Students will be given written homework when necessary,

however, all students are expected to practice on their instrument

for at least 15 minutes per day as part of the performance

component of the course.

 

Extra Curricular Music

Day	Lower School	Upper School	Where	With
Monday	Boys Choir	Rock Band after school	Room 20 / M7	Miss Garlick and Mrs Churchill / Mr Perks
Tuesday	/	Show Choir (audition only)	Drama Studio	Mrs Churchill and Mrs Brownley
Wednesday	Orchestra	/	Room 20	Miss Templer
Thursday	WindBand	/	Band Room	Miss Garlick
Friday	Girls Choir	Senior Band	Room 20 / M7	Mrs Churchill and Miss Garlick / Miss Templer

 

Peripatetic Lessons

 

Students must check the music department notice boards on both sites for their lesson times.

 

Teacher	Instrument	Day
Mrs. R Wood	Vocals	Wednesday
Mr. N Bowman	Guitar	Tuesday
Mr. R Perks	Guitar	Monday
Mrs. M Davies	Oboe	TBC
Mrs. E Booth	Flute	Monday/Tuesday
Mr. M Roman	Clarinet and Saxophone	Friday
Mrs. E Rook	Strings	Thursday
Mr. D Logie	Brass	Monday
Ms. Smart	Cello	Monday

 

 

 

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.

 

 

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Useful Links

 

• Online GCSE Music Revision

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