Preparatory School
Music
“Music is what feelings sound like.”
– Georgia Cates
At Guildford Grammar, our music program offers a joyful, collaborative space where students build confidence, skills, and a lifelong passion for music. Through engaging classroom experiences and a diverse range of co-curricular ensembles, students learn to express themselves, connect with others, and find their own place in the world of music. Our music ensembles perform at prestigious events, including the United Nations Conference (2023 and 2024) and IPSHA Performing Arts’ Festival (2024), as well as within our school community.
Early Years (Kindergarten and Pre-Primary)
In the Early Years, music lays the foundation for essential skills, from literacy and language to social and emotional growth. Through circle songs, musical games, and movement, students are introduced to rhythm, melody, and creative performance in a safe and supportive environment. With opportunities like the Kindy Cushion Concerts and ELC Nativity, students experience the joy of performing and sharing music.
Classroom Music (Year 1-6)
Our music program for Years 1-6 is a holistic journey that combines traditional and contemporary styles, encouraging students to create, perform, and respond to music. Each year builds on specific musical skills, incorporating a range of instruments and vocal experiences:
- Year 1: Vocal and Percussion Instruments (Tuned and Untuned)
- Year 2: Compulsory String Program (Instruments provided free of charge)
- Years 3-4: Ukulele, Percussion, Voice, with an option for Strings
- Years 5-6: Music in Action Program (Strings, Voice, Percussion, Brass, Woodwind), with instruments provided free of charge
Ensembles
Our Preparatory School ensemble program is open to all students, providing opportunities to perform with peers and develop teamwork through weekly rehearsals. Ensembles for 2025 include:
- Poco Pizzicato Strings
- Sinfonietta Strings Guildford Grammar Preparatory Orchestra
- Chamber Winds
- Prep Jazz
- Junior Choir (Years 2-4)
- Senior Choir (Years 5-6)
- Chapel Choir (by invitation)
- Rock Face Rock Band
- Mic Drop Rock Band
- Preparatory School String Quartet
- Just for ‘Uke’ (Ukulele band)
Instrumental Music Tuition
Guildford Grammar School offers individual music tuition as part of our comprehensive music program. Lessons are 30 minutes each and integrated into the school timetable. Students may choose from a variety of instruments, including piano, guitar, bass guitar, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, drums/percussion, and voice.
At Guildford Grammar, music is more than a subject—it’s a journey of exploration, expression, and growth that nurtures each student’s creativity and connection to the world.
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