2022 PERFORMING ARTS Co-curricular

Music, Drama and Theatre

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SCREEN AND STAGE SKILLS (SASS)

The girls will learn the basics of acting: Listening and characterization. They can apply this confidence to

other activities such as participation in Drama, Musicals and Public Speaking. The students develop tools to

self-sufficiently participate in professional opportunities and learn skills that will be useful in further Drama/

Theatre studies at MSAMC, while having fun and making friends!

This course is held after school and usually runs throughout Semester 1. It is currently offered to Year 7 and

8 students.

THEATRESPORTS SQUAD AND NSW THEATRESPORTS SCHOOLS CHALLENGE

Theatresports is held after school and runs throughout the year. Senior (Years 11 - 12) and Intermediate

(Years 9-10) groups commence training in Semester 1, while the Junior group commence training in

Semester 2.

Students work in teams to quickly devise characters and settings, and then improvise a short scene, based

on a variety of scenarios, games and handles. Theatresports begins with easy improvisational exercises,

slowly becoming more demanding as individual confidence and teamwork skills develop. Representative

teams in each division participate in the Annual Riverview v Monte Friendly and the Theatresports Schools

Challenge. Theatresports classes are taught by experienced tutors.

Co-curricular Drama and Theatre

Co-curricular Drama Clubs and Theatresports provide rich opportunities that cultivate communication, collaboration, creativity and imagination.

Co-Curricular MusicTo support the wonderful instrumental, vocal and classroom tuition at Monte, there are many co-curricular musical ensembles. These groups provide an enjoyable opportunity for students to put into practice and to enhance the skills they have learnt in their lessons. The ensembles develop important performance techniques that cannot always be provided in private lessons and classrooms.

Membership of an ensemble is expected for all students having private lessons in the Monte Music Academy. Students are advised to join a group when their tutor or member of the Music staff feels they are sufficiently advanced. Piano students may choose a choir or band. Often pianists are also well suited to roles as percussionists across a variety of musical styles. Voice students join either Middle School or Senior Choir depending on their Year. Ensemble membership is not limited to music students-we encourage all students at Monte to join one of our musical ensembles!

These groups are great fun and highly educational. Workshops, Concerts, Competitions and the compulsory annual Music Camp enable ensemble members to be immersed in intense learning and performance opportunities as they arise. The Bi-Annual Music tour and Junior Musical (Years 7-9), and full College Musical are advertised in ACTA and Monte Matters as they arise.

Students studying elective Music in Years 9 - 12 and students in the Year 7 and 8 Enrichment Music classes must be fully committed members of at least one major ensemble.

Students should take care that their choice of ensemble does not conflict with other co-curricular activities. Sometimes this cannot be avoided as there is so much on offer at Monte, but students are expected to maintain their commitment to their musical ‘team’. Where this a clash with seasonal sport, students attend rehearsal/ training on alternate weeks. Students are required to contact their Ensemble Director or Leader of Instrumental Music, Ms Catherine Walmsley, if they cannot attend a rehearsal.

CONCERT BANDThis ensemble is open to all Year 7 - 8 students, following a meeting with Ms Catherine Walmsley. The Concert Band is made up of woodwind, brass, percussion and keyboard instruments, and performs many upbeat styles of music including traditional marches, film music and jazz. This ensemble serves as a stepping stone into the Wind Ensemble. The Concert Band competes in the Sydney Eisteddfod and State Band Championships each year.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Walmsley on Tuesdays from 7:20am – 8:15am in OR201.

Instrumental members of the Junior Stage Band must be members of the Concert Band.

FLUTE ENSEMBLEThis group provides flute players with opportunities to play more specialised chamber music in varying styles, and is open to students by audition.

Members of the Flute Ensemble must be fully committed members of a large ensemble (Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, or Concert Band).

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Suellen Monaghan on Fridays from 7:30am – 8:15am in OR302.

GUITAR ENSEMBLEGuitar Ensemble caters for both beginners and more experienced players who perform mostly contemporary music and play at a variety of community and College events.

The ensemble is conducted by Mr Darryl Rule on Thursdays 7:30am – 8:15am in OR301.

YEAR 7 INSTRUMENT CLASSESGroup classes in Violin, Cello, String Bass, Trombone, Tuba are offered to interested Year 7 students in Term 1 who would like to try a second instrument, or girls that have not previously been given the opportunity to learn. The classes and instrument hire are free of charge for the first term. Girls are then expected to apply for individual music lessons if they wish to continue learning.

COLLEGE ORCHESTRAThe Orchestra is open to all string players with some experience and advanced woodwind, brass players and percussionists. This group plays a variety of styles from Baroque, classic, to popular and film pieces.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Catherine Walmsley on Wednesdays from 7:20am - 8:15am in OR201.

ADVANCED STRINGSThis ensemble is open to all Year 8-12 advanced string players, by audition only. This ensemble is ideal for those girls looking for more complex music to improve individual string technique. Girls must be a member of the Orchestra before joining this group.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Julia Russoniello on Tuesdays from 7:30am in OR302.

TAIKO ENSEMBLETaiko (太鼓) are a broad range of Japanese percussion instruments. In Japanese, the term refers to any kind of drum, but outside of Japan it refers to any of the various Japanese drums called wadaiko (和太鼓 ‘Japanese drums’). Girls will be taught the traditional techniques on Monte’s full set of Taiko drums.

Rehearsals are conducted by Mr Graham Hilgendorf on Wednesdays from 7:30am in OR201.

SAXOPHONE QUARTETThis ensemble is open to all advanced saxophone players, by audition only. This group plays a variety of styles and will perform at concerts and competitions throughout the year.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Amber Thomas.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRThe Choir welcomes all Year 7-9 girls who are interested in singing. The group caters for all singers who want to enjoy music and would like to try singing in a group. Throughout the year the choir will be performing at concerts and eisteddfods.

The Choir is directed by Mrs Jessica Paillas, Coordinator of Choirs. Rehearsals are held on Mondays from 7:30am - 8:15am in the Chapel.

SENIOR SCHOOL CHOIRThe Choir welcomes all Year 10-12 girls who are interested in singing. The group caters for all singers who want to enjoy music and would like to try singing in a group. Throughout the year the choir will be performing at concerts and eisteddfods.

The Choir is directed by Mrs Jessica Paillas, Coordinator of Choirs. Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays from 7:30am - 8:15am in OR301.

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC

ANGELO SINGERSAngelo Singers is an extension vocal group that is open by audition to advanced and highly committed singers from Years 8 - 12. The repertoire worked on is challenging. This vocal group has the opportunity to sing at community events as well as take part in school functions and eisteddfods.

Rehearsals are led by Dr Naomi Cooper on Thursdays from 7:20am - 8:15am. Extra rehearsals may be called in the lead up to special events.

THE MADELEINESThe Madeleines is a vocal group specialising in a capella vocal technique. It is open by audition for advanced and highly committed singers from Years 8 - 12. The repertoire worked on is challenging but fun! This vocal group has the opportunity to sing at community events as well as take part in school functions and eisteddfods.

Rehearsals are led by Mrs Jessica Paillas on Monday lunchtimes at 12:45pm.

MONTE IDOLMonte Idol is a singing competition open to all students at the College. Heats are held in Term 2 culminating in a Grand Final at the end of the term. Girls are encouraged to sing pop, rock or musical theatre songs with backing tracks in the ACC theatre. Applications for Monte Idol will open in Term 1.

SENIOR STAGE BANDThis small ensemble is made up of more experienced saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass guitar, drum, percussion and piano players. It is open to students by audition only to play jazz and popular music. They are often accompanied by selected vocalists.

Instrumental members of the Senior Stage Band must also be fully committed members of the Wind Ensemble. Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Catherine Walmsley on Fridays from 7:30 am - 8:15am in OR201.

JUNIOR STAGE BANDJunior Stage Band is open to students by audition only to play jazz and popular music.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Catherine Walmsley on Mondays from 7:20am - 8:15am in OR201.

WIND ENSEMBLEThis ensemble is available to all Year 8 to 12 students by audition and is made up of more advanced woodwind, brass, percussion and keyboard players. The Wind Ensemble performs at a variety of College and community events, and takes part in a variety of band festivals and competitions.

Rehearsals are conducted by Ms Catherine Walmsley on Thursdays from 3:30pm - 5:00 pm in OR201.

MUSIC CAMPAll members of the following ensembles are expected to attend our annual Music Camp which is held in Term 4. Middle School and Senior School Choir, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra and Guitar Ensemble.

There is a separate fee which will be charged for Music Camp.

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC

ENSEMBLE FEES

Ensemble fees cover the costs of sheet music, equipment such as music stands, and amplifiers, competition and eisteddfod entry fees, bus hire and, in some cases, the hire of external conductors/directors and accompanists.

The annual fee for ensemble is $370. One ensemble is $370, two ensembles is $740, and there is no additional charge for any subsequent ensembles. This amount will be billed to your College account. Girls joining an ensemble must complete the appropriate form, and have it signed by parent.

Fees are not refundable, as girls are expected to remain in their ensembles for the whole year.

The College Instrumental and Vocal Program aims to contribute to each student’s development musically, academically and socially. Monte’s Performing Arts Department also offers a wide

variety of musical ensembles in which students may participate. These ensembles are open to ALL members of the school community who play instruments or sing.

OUR MUSIC PROGRAM AIMS ARE:• To give all students, regardless of previous musical experience, the opportunity to play an instrument or

sing.

• To give all students who already play an instrument or sing the opportunity to develop their individual and ensemble performance skills.

• To give all students who play an instrument or sing the opportunity to be in ensembles which correspond with their own level of musical development.

• To develop students’ appreciation of a wide range of musical styles.

• To develop students’ ability to express themselves musically and emotionally.

• To share musical talent with the community through provision of music for school liturgies and masses, various community events and school functions or concerts.

NUMEROUS STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT PLAYING A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT DIRECTLY AFFECTS A STUDENT’S DEVELOPMENT OF:• Self-discipline and responsibility.

• Self-esteem and confidence.

• Social interaction.

• Coordination.

• Creative problem-solving.

• Team, school and community spirit.

It has also been found that students who play a musical instrument are likely to achieve higher in other school subject areas.

GENERAL INFORMATIONInstrumental and vocal tuition is available to all students through the Music Academy at Monte.

Many girls in the College are already taking part in private tuition in voice and/or the wide range of instruments offered by Monte.

WHICH INSTRUMENTS CAN YOUR DAUGHTER LEARN AT MONTE?Tuition is currently offered in the following areas. AMEB/Trinity Examinations and preparation are offered for all.

Co-curricular MusicInstrumental Program

STRING WOODWIND BRASS OTHERViolin Flute Trumpet Piano and Keyboard

Viola Oboe French Horn Voice

Cello Clarinet Trombone Guitar and Bass Guitar

Double Bass Saxophone Euphonium Drums and Percussion

Bass Clarinet Tuba Musicianship and Theory

Composition

WHICH INSTRUMENT SHOULD YOUR DAUGHTER LEARN?Several factors should be considered when choosing an instrument:

• Some students may not have the physical attributes required to play certain instruments: the height of the student, the size of her hands and the lengths of her arms and legs may all influence the type of instrument a student can learn. For example, double bass players need to be reasonably tall with a considerable hand span.

• All ensembles need various numbers and different types of instruments to make up the group, and each instrument plays a special role. In many ways it is like a sporting team. For example, not all players in a netball team can be the goal shooter, so the coach builds a team whereby each position is covered. In a band or orchestra, the conductor acts as a coach and ensures that every instrumental part is covered. A band cannot sound well-balanced with too many saxophones or flutes, and no clarinets or French horns.

• If a student has always yearned to play a particular instrument, then that is often a good indicator that this student is not just following a trend because ‘a friend also learns the instrument’ or because ‘the instrument is considered to be cool at the moment’. Trends change rapidly, so choices made on that basis can be costly in terms of tuition fees, instruments and time. Please ensure that your daughter has considered all the instruments available, so a well-informed decision can be made after exploring all the alternatives.

MUSICIANSHIP AND THEORYThis subject is recommended for any student who wishes to gain more knowledge about music and her chosen instrument. Students studying at higher levels of instrumental performance are required to complete accompanying levels of Musicianship or Theory in order to obtain the advanced AMEB and Trinity grades. It is offered as an option in the Music Academy and is organised in the same way as instrumental lessons. Group lessons are also available.

COMPOSITIONComposition classes are specifically designed for students in Years 9-12 who want to develop their composition skills. Students in Years 11 and 12 receive individual lessons. Small group sessions can be arranged for students in Years 9 and 10. Composition lessons are often taken by students for only 20-30 minutes per fortnight, in addition to the study of the chosen instrument. Costs vary due to the number of girls in each group and/or amount of time per session. The fees also cover unlimited email contact with the tutor, so that ideas can be discussed, and advice given between face to face sessions.

For further information please contact the Ms Amber Thomas, Head of Performing Arts.

HOW CAN YOU OBTAIN AN INSTRUMENT FOR YOUR DAUGHTER?College Hire

A limited number of costly and more specialised instruments such as oboes, bassoons, French horns, double basses and lower brass instruments are available for hire from the College at the cost of $300 per year. These instruments are often hired for a maximum of one year. After this time, it is expected that the student should consider purchasing her own instrument. Parents and carers will be charged $150 for the hire of the instrument at the beginning of each semester. Please note that the fee is non-refundable and that the College does not hire smaller instruments such as flutes, clarinets, guitars and percussion instruments.

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM

LESSON DETAILS• Private lessons are once a week for eight weeks of each term.

• Music lessons are forty minutes in length.

• The lessons take place during school hours and operate on a rotating basis through the daily timetable.

• Students generally do not miss the same classroom subject more than twice a term.

• All students should be in the classroom for at least ten minutes of every lesson and should never miss an entire class.

• It is the student’s responsibility to catch up on missed work, supported by the classroom teacher.

• The tutor will sign the student’s diary at the end of each lesson as proof of her attendance.

• If the student knows she is going to be absent from her lesson due to an exam or excursion, she must contact the tutor at least one week in advance to reschedule her lesson time.

• If the student cannot attend the lesson due to illness, the tutor should be contacted directly no later than 9:00pm the night before the lesson.

• Please note that absence from a Music lesson without advance notice will result in the full amount for that lesson being charged.

• Students are to join a Co-curricular Music Ensemble when sufficiently proficient on an instrument.

FEESLesson fees are $490 per term exclusive of GST (one 40 minute lesson per week for eight weeks per term). The fees are payable each term direct to your daughter’s tutor no later than Week 3. No refunds will be given for missed lessons if, for example, a student forgets to attend or goes to another appointment without suitable notice, which is to be agreed with the tutor.

Please note that some tuition fees may also attract a GST surcharge.

COMMITMENT TO TUITIONIt is expected that students starting an instrument will continue for at least one school year unless the tutor advises otherwise. If a student decides to withdraw from lessons, one full term’s notice must be given in writing to the tutor and to the Leader of Instrumental Music, Ms Catherine Walmsley. Failure to do so will result in a term’s fees being payable.

Beginning students will need to practice regularly (at least twenty minutes daily) in order to get the most from their private lessons. Advanced students will, of course, need to practice for considerably longer periods. All students should have access to a full-length mirror, a metronome and a music stand for home practice.

MUSIC TUITION AND ELECTIVE MUSIC CLASSESStudents who study an instrument or voice are strongly encouraged to choose elective music in Years 9 and 10, with the view to continuing music in Years 11 and 12 in the HSC or the IB Diploma Programme. In these lessons students study musical performance, composition and aural awareness combined with theory and music history. The study of these musical areas will enable students to progress much more quickly in their practical studies

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM

MONTE SANT’ ANGELO MERCY COLLEGE2022 MUSIC ENSEMBLE REGISTRATION FORM

Please complete this form indicating the ensemble/s your daughter wishes to join. Please ensure you carefully read the information on the BACK of this form before completing. Students should use one form for all ensembles. No student may continue in an ensemble until her form is received.

Parent/Carer Name

Mobile Email

One annual payment of $370 will be charged to your school account at the end of Term 1 (or date of commencement if after Term 1) for each ensemble, as listed in the information booklet. All members of ensembles are expected to attend our Annual Music Camp in Term 4.

Please note: This fee is non-refundable, as girls who commit to an ensemble must attend all rehearsals and performances for the full year.

My daughter and I have read the information within this booklet and agree to the payment and notice conditions above.

Please return this form to the Monte Music Academy by email musicacademy@monte.nsw.edu.auOR post to Ms Catherine Walmsley at the Monte Music Academy

Monte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College, 128 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060

Ensemble name Instrument/Voice

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Student Surname

Given Name

2022 Year Level Homeroom

Student Mobile

Student Email

Term of Commencement

Signed Date(Parent / Carer)

NOTES• Students must be enrolled in a large ensemble (Middle School Choir [Year7-9] Senior School Choir [Year

10-12], Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Orchestra) before enrolling in a small ensemble.

• Entry to Wind Ensemble, Angelo Singers and The Madeleines is by audition. These ensembles are only open to students from Year 8-12 .

• Entry to the Saxophone Quartet and the Woodwind/Brass/Percussion sections of the College Orchestra are by appointment.

• All members of the following Ensembles are expected to attend our ANNUAL MUSIC CAMP which is held in Term 4-Middle & Senior School Choir, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra and Guitar Ensemble.

MONTE SANT’ ANGELO MERCY COLLEGEMUSIC ACADEMY REGISTRATION FORM 2022

I wish to enrol my daughter for music lessons as follows:

Student Surname

Given Name

2022 Year Level Term of Commencement

Student Mobile

Student Email

Parent/Carer Name

Mobile Email

Instrument/Voice

Continuing student Tutor in 2021

Do you wish to continue with this tutor? Yes No

New student Preferred tutor, if knownMusical background including examination standard, group or solo performance:

Payment of $490 per term (8 x 40 min lessons) will be billed directly to you by your daughter’s tutor. A GST charge of 10% may be applicable.

A full term’s notice (10 weeks in advance) is required of intention to discontinue lessons. Notice must be given direct to the tutor prior to 9:00pm if a student cannot attend a lesson. Missed lessons without notice must be paid for.

My daughter and I have read the information within this booklet and agree to the payment and notice conditions above.

All Music Academy students will be required to join a Co-curricular vocal or instrumental ensemble when sufficiently advanced.

Signed Date(Parent / Carer)

Please return this form to the Monte Music Academy by email musicacademy@monte.nsw.edu.auMonte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College, 128 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060

Lessons cannot commence until forms have been received

MONTE SANT’ ANGELO MERCY COLLEGE2022 YEAR 7 GROUP INSTRUMENT CLASSESVIOLIN, CELLO, STRING BASS, DRUMS, FRENCH HORN TROMBONE, EUPHONIUM AND TUBA

Group classes in Violin, Cello, String Bass, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba and Drums and are offered to interested Year 7 students who would like to try a second instrument, or girls that have not previously been given the opportunity to learn.

The classes and instrument hire are free of charge for the first term. Girls are then expected to apply for individual music lessons if they wish to continue learning.

For students wanting to learn String Bass, Euphonium or Tuba, an instrument will be provided for home as well as school.

A drum kit is not necessary in the first year of drum tuition - practice pads and sticks will be provided for the first semester.

Violin Cello String Bass

Trombone/EuphoniumTubaDrums

French Horn

My daughter and I have read the information within this booklet and agree to the payment and notice conditions above.

PLEASE TICK THE INSTRUMENT YOUR DAUGHTER WOULD LIKE TO LEARN

I WISH TO ENROL MY DAUGHTER FOR GROUP INSTRUMENTAL CLASSES

Signed Date(Parent / Carer)

Student Surname

Given Name

2022 Year Level Student Mobile

Student Email

Parent/Carer Name

Parent/Carer Mobile Parent/Carer Email

Previous Music Experience

Please return this form to the Monte Music Academy by email musicacademy@monte.nsw.edu.auMonte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College, 128 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060

Lessons cannot commence until forms have been received

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONIf you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the following staff:

Music Academy Lessons and Instrument Hire/Purchase, Ensembles, Performance Enquiries Ms Catherine Walmsley, Leader of Instrumental Music | 02 9409 6387 | cwalmsley@monte.nsw.edu.au

General Performing Arts (Music & Drama) and Curriculum Enquiries Ms Amber Thomas, Head of Performing Arts | 02 9409 6385 | athomas@monte.nsw.edu.au

Performing Arts Administration Ms Megan Matthews | 02 9409 6391 | mmatthews@monte.nsw.edu.au