Section of the St Katharine's School website describing the school's music programme
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Participation in Djembe Drum Ensemble
Djembe drums are used in music activities, contributing to rhythmic and cultural expression within the school's music programme.
- Who it is for
- girls at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and participate in music sessions where djembe drums are used
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Marimbas and djembe drums
Music theory from Grades 3 to 7
Music theory is part of the curriculum for girls in Grades 3 through 7, helping them deepen their understanding of musical structure and composition.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grades 3 to 7 at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and take music theory as part of the curriculum in Grades 3 to 7
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Music theory is part of our curriculum from Grade 3-7.
Participation in Marimba Band
The Marimba Band performs at New Parents Tea Party, concerts, and PTA functions. Girls look forward to joining this band starting from Grade 5.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grade 5 and above at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and express interest in joining the Marimba Band after Grade 5
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The Marimba band is often the welcoming music at New Parents Tea Party, concerts and PTA functions.
Participation in Rock Bands
Rock Bands are popular at the school, allowing girls to join as singers, pianists, drummers, or guitarists. The repertoire is varied and provides an enriching experience.
- Who it is for
- girls at St Katharine's Preparatory School interested in rock music
- How to act on it
- Express interest in joining a Rock Band through school music programmes
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Our Rock Bands are also very popular and the girls are so keen to join, whether it be as a singer, pianist, drummer or guitarist!
Class music lessons from Grade 0
All girls at St Katharine's Preparatory School participate in class music lessons starting from Grade 0. These lessons include exploring music elements, singing, playing marimbas, and incorporating drama and movement.
- Who it is for
- students at St Katharine's Preparatory School from Grade 0 onwards
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and attend regular class music sessions as part of the curriculum
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Each girl is fully involved in the class music lessons from Grade 0 and we explore the elements of music, singing and playing marimbas.
Participation in Senior Choir (Grades 5–7)
Girls in Grades 5 to 7 can join the Senior Choir, which performs at functions, choir festivals, assemblies, and soirees.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grades 5 to 7 at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Join the Senior Choir by enrolling in the school and expressing interest in vocal performance
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Our two choirs, Senior Choir for Grades 5 to 7 and Junior Choir for Grades 2 to 4, perform at many functions, choir festivals, assemblies and soirees.
Participation in the Orchestra
The orchestra is open to girls who wish to play together in a large ensemble, with current participation for up to 40 girls. It offers collaborative music-making and includes tours and workshops.
- Who it is for
- girls at St Katharine's Preparatory School who play instruments
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and express interest in joining the orchestra; opportunities are available based on instrument and availability
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At present the school boasts a 40-piece orchestra, which allows many girls to participate in a collaborative manner.
Participation in the Jazz Band
The Jazz Band is open to girls who want to perform jazz music and is invited to play at various festivals. It is often the only girl band performing at such events.
- Who it is for
- girls at St Katharine's Preparatory School with interest in jazz music
- How to act on it
- Express interest in joining the Jazz Band through school music programmes
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We have a wonderful Jazz band, which is invited to play at various festivals. These are fabulous occasions and we are often the only girl band playing!
Participation in Junior Choir (Grades 2–4)
Girls in Grades 2 to 4 can join the Junior Choir, which performs at various school events including functions, choir festivals, assemblies, and soirees.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grades 2 to 4 at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Join the Junior Choir by enrolling in the school and expressing interest in vocal performance
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Our two choirs, Senior Choir for Grades 5 to 7 and Junior Choir for Grades 2 to 4, perform at many functions, choir festivals, assemblies and soirees.
Specialist instrument tuition from Grade 3
From Grade 3, each girl can receive specialist tuition in instruments including cello, clarinet, drums, flute, guitar, piano, recorder, saxophone, trumpet, violin, and voice.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grade 3 and above at St Katharine's Preparatory School
- How to act on it
- Enroll in the school and sign up for instrument lessons during Grade 3 or later
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Each girl from Grade 3 is also able to receive specialist tuition in cello, clarinet, drums, flute, guitar, piano, recorder, saxophone, trumpet, violin and voice.
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- Grade 0
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 5
- Grade 7
- recorder
- marimbas
- cello
- violin
- ukelele
- clarinet
- flute
- trumpet
- piano
- guitar
- drums
- voice
- music theory
- Senior Choir
- Junior Choir
- orchestra
- jazz band
- rock bands
- Marimba band
- djembe drums
- New Parents Tea Party
- PTA functions
- concerts
- choir festivals