Instrumental Music Program
The Marist College Emerald Co-Curricular Music program provides students with an opportunity to develop their understanding and enjoyment of music through a performance based music education program. Participation in the program is open to students of all ability levels from beginners to students with advanced skills on their instrument. The program provides skill and technical development sessions which are available on the following instruments:
- Flute
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Clarinet
- Bass Clarinet
- Alto Saxophone
- Tenor Saxophone
- Baritone Saxophone
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Euphonium
- Tuba
- Bass Guitar
- Percussion
- Voice
Students with the ability to play guitar or piano also welcome to participate in one of the Colleges jazz ensembles.
The program also provides a range of ensembles that include:
- Junior Concert Band
- Wind Symphony (Senior Concert Band)
- Junior Stage Band
- Senior Stage Band
- Choir
- Vocal ensemble (Auditioned)
- Music Ministry
The College also runs other ensembles based on students interest including:
- Brass Ensemble
- Woodwind Ensemble
- Percussion Ensemble
- Rock Band
- Ladies’ Vocal Ensemble
- Men’s Vocal Ensemble
The bands perform regularly at community and College functions which include:
- ANZAC Day Parade and Service
- Central Highlands Festival of Bands
- St. Patrick’s Parish Fair
- Carols by Candlelight
- Queensland Catholic Schools Music Festival
- College Functions
- Griffith Conservatorium State Honours Ensemble Program
The cost of participating in the program is $90 per term. The College also has a range of instruments available for hire at affordable rates.
For further information please contact the College Instrumental Music Coordinator Mr. James Raschle at the College on 07 4994 9100 or email James_Raschle@rok.catholic.edu.au
Contact
Address: Jeppesen Drive, Emerald QLD 4720
Postal Address: PO Box 81, Emerald QLD 4720
Email: office@mcerok.catholic.edu.au
Phone
Phone: 07 4994 9100
Absentee Line: 07 4994 9101
