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WYNBERG GIRLS' JUNIOR SCHOOLRef: https://wynberggirlsjunior.co.za/21st-century-learning/culture/music/

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This document is a webpage section from Wynberg Girls' Junior School's website describing the school's music programme. It outlines the comprehensive music offerings, including class music for Grades R-7, choirs, instrumental instruction, ensembles, and performance opportunities such as campus concerts and the Cape Town Eisteddfod. The programme is holistic and inclusive, with some individual instruments and ensembles available at a cost per term.

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curriculum-based music educationOngoing

Class Music Lessons (Grades R-7)

All learners in Grades R-7 receive one weekly music lesson as part of the school curriculum. These lessons are designed to provide basic music knowledge and are integrated into the Arts and Culture learning area.

Who it is for
students in Grades R-7 at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Attend regular weekly music classes during the school day
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Class music is taught as part of the Arts and Culture learning area. Every class in the school has one music lesson per week.
early childhood music educationOngoing

Mini Maestros (Grade R Music Program)

A music programme for Grade R learners that introduces young children to foundational musical concepts through play and activity.

Who it is for
Grade R students at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Attend weekly music sessions as part of the school curriculum
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Mini Maestros Grade R Music Program
performance opportunityOngoing

Foundation Phase Concerts

Annual concerts for foundation phase students to perform their musical work in front of an audience.

Who it is for
students in the foundation phase at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Participate in the relevant ensemble or choir and prepare for the concert
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Apart from all our external involvement and activities, we have annual InterSen Phase Concerts, Foundation Phase Concerts as well as our Prestige Concert towards the end of the year.
selective choir participationOngoing

Vocal Ensemble (Grades 5, 6, and 7) – Auditions Only

An advanced choir for Grades 5, 6, and 7 that requires auditions. It performs at high-profile events including the Campus Choral Concert.

Who it is for
students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 at Wynberg Girls' Junior School who pass auditions
How to act on it
Apply via the music application form and audition for selection
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Vocal Ensemble – auditions only (Grades 5, 6 and 7)
competition participationOngoing

Cape Town Eisteddfod Participation

Opportunity for choirs, marimba teams, string ensembles, orchestra, and soloists to compete in the annual Cape Town Eisteddfod, hosted by Wynberg Girls' Junior School.

Who it is for
selected ensembles and soloists at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Be selected for a choir, ensemble, or soloist role and participate in the event
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We also take part in the annual Cape Town Eisteddfod , which we are fortunate to host as well, and our choirs, marimba teams, string ensembles, orchestra and soloists do exceptionally well, achieving nothing less than Honours.
performance opportunityOngoing

Campus Orchestral Concert

An annual concert where students from the Wynberg Campus of Schools showcase their musical talents alongside peers from other schools in the campus.

Who it is for
students in the Wynberg Campus of Schools community
How to act on it
Participate in the orchestra or ensemble and prepare for the concert
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We have Campus Orchestral Concerts with the rest of the schools in the Wynberg Campus of Schools community, where our learners are able to showcase their talents and perform alongside their brothers and sisters in the campus of schools.
choir participationOngoing

Tiptoe Choir (Grade 1)

A choir for Grade 1 students that provides early musical development through group singing and performance opportunities.

Who it is for
Grade 1 students at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Enrol through the music application form and attend choir meetings
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What we offer Tiptoe Choir (Grade 1)
private music instructionOngoing

Private Tuition (Piano, Violin, Cello, Guitar, Ukulele, Recorder, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums)

Individual music lessons for a range of instruments, available at a cost per term. These are offered by part-time teachers and require enrolment via the music application form.

Who it is for
students at Wynberg Girls' Junior School interested in learning a specific instrument
How to act on it
Submit the music application form and pay the term fee for the chosen instrument
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Our individual instruments and selected ensembles are offered at a cost per term. This information can be found in our music policy and on the music application form.
performance opportunityOngoing

Prestige Concert

A major annual concert held at the end of the year to showcase the highest level of student musical achievement.

Who it is for
students in the upper grades and selected ensembles at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Be selected for participation and prepare for the concert
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Apart from all our external involvement and activities, we have annual InterSen Phase Concerts, Foundation Phase Concerts as well as our Prestige Concert towards the end of the year.
performance opportunityNot applicable

Campus Choral Concert at City Hall (next in 2027)

A biennial choral concert held at City Hall in Cape Town, featuring choirs from the Wynberg Campus of Schools. The next event is scheduled for 2027.

Who it is for
students in the Vocal Ensemble and other choirs at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Join the Vocal Ensemble or another choir and prepare for the concert
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Our choirs are very fortunate to be a part of the Campus Choral Concert that takes place at the City Hall every second year, with our next one taking place in 2027!
performance opportunityOngoing

Annual InterSen Phase Concerts

Concerts held annually for intermediate and senior phase students to showcase their musical progress and performance skills.

Who it is for
students in the intermediate and senior phases at Wynberg Girls' Junior School
How to act on it
Participate in the relevant ensemble or choir and prepare for the concert
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Apart from all our external involvement and activities, we have annual InterSen Phase Concerts, Foundation Phase Concerts as well as our Prestige Concert towards the end of the year.

Facts

Places

City of Cape Town, Western Cape

Reference

https://wynberggirlsjunior.co.za/21st-century-learning/culture/music/

Key Takeaways

  • Wynberg Girls' Junior School
  • Music programme
  • Grades R-7
  • Class music lessons weekly
  • Choirs: Tiptoe Choir, Junior Choir, Intermediate Choir, Senior Choir, Vocal Ensemble
  • Ensembles: Marimba Band, String Ensemble, Flute Ensemble, Clarinet Choir, Orchestra, Fusion Band, Mini Maestros
  • Instruments offered: Piano, Violin, Cello, Guitar, Ukulele, Recorder, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums
  • Campus Orchestral Concerts
  • Campus Choral Concert at City Hall (next in 2027)
  • Cape Town Eisteddfod (hosted by WGJS)
  • Annual InterSen Phase Concerts, Foundation Phase Concerts, Prestige Concert
  • Private tuition available at cost per term
  • Music policy and application form available
  • Wynberg Girls' Junior School
  • Wynberg Campus of Schools
  • City Hall (Cape Town)
  • Cape Town Eisteddfod