WYNBERG BOYS' JUNIOR publication
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Joint performances with Grey School in Gqeberha
Annual tours to Grey in Gqeberha include joint performances by both schools’ bands, fostering collaboration and community spirit.
- Who it is for
- Students in the Concert Band and other ensembles at Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- How to act on it
- Invitation based on ensemble participation; travel and performance logistics managed by the school.
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Tours to Grey in Gqeberha every year necessarily entail joint performances by both schools’ bands.
Instrument lessons (Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Ukulele)
Grade 3 boys can start individual or group lessons on piano, violin, trumpet, saxophone, or ukulele. Exceptions may be made for younger boys in Grades 1 and 2, but lessons must occur before or after normal class hours.
- Who it is for
- Grade 3 boys at Wynberg Boys' Junior School, with exceptions for Grades 1 and 2
- How to act on it
- Parents or guardians should contact the school to arrange placement; lessons occur outside regular class time if needed.
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Grade 3 Boys have the option of starting Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone or Ukulele in individual or group lessons.
Participation in the Jazz Band
The Jazz Band is a smaller ensemble made up of members from the Concert Band. It performs jazz standards, Latin, funk, African jazz, and contemporary music at school and public events.
- Who it is for
- Members of the Concert Band from Grades 4 to 7
- How to act on it
- Selection from the Concert Band; no separate application process mentioned.
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Jazz Band is a smaller ensemble made up of members of the Concert Band.
Participation in the Concert Band
Boys from Grades 4 to 7 can join the Concert Band, which rehearses three times a week and performs at school and combined campus events.
- Who it is for
- Boys in Grades 4 to 7 at Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- How to act on it
- Join through invitation based on musical ability and interest; rehearsal schedule is released at the start of each term.
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Concert Band is our largest ensemble and consists of approximately 25 boys from Grades 4 to 7.
Participation in the Reading Band
The Reading Band helps young instrumentalists develop music literacy through twice-weekly rehearsals.
- Who it is for
- Young instrumentalists at Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- How to act on it
- Rehearsals are held twice a week; enrolment is likely based on teacher recommendation or student interest.
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Reading Band is a well-established mechanism for catalysing music literacy for our young instrumentalists.
Music lessons in the Foundation Phase
Boys in the Foundation Phase receive one hour of music per week in two half-hour sessions, introducing them to foundational musical concepts and activities.
- Who it is for
- Foundation Phase boys at Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- How to act on it
- Enrolment is automatic as part of the school curriculum; no separate application required.
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Boys beginning their musical journey in the Foundation Phase receive an hour of music a week in two half-hour sessions.
Participation in choirs
Students can sing in choirs as part of the school's music programme, contributing to social integration and self-expression.
- Who it is for
- All Wynberg Boys' Junior School students
- How to act on it
- Join through interest and invitation; no specific application method described.
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Presently, between a third and half of the boys at the school take lessons on an instrument or sing in our choirs.
Participation in the Arnold Lorie concert
An annual performance event celebrating the school’s musical heritage, featuring performances by various ensembles.
- Who it is for
- All Wynberg Boys' Junior School students involved in music
- How to act on it
- Invited participation based on involvement in ensembles; preparation occurs throughout the term.
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Our most elaborate performance of the year is called the Arnold Lorie concert.
Facts
Places
Eastern Cape, Nelson Mandela Bay, City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Reference
https://wbjs.org.za/4-pillars/culture/music/
Key Takeaways
- Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- music programme
- Foundation Phase
- Intermediate Phase
- Concert Band
- Jazz Band
- Reading Band
- Arnold Lorie concert
- Grey School in Gqeberha
- Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival
- music@wbjs.org.za
- Wynberg Boys' Junior School
- Dr Grant Snyman
- Jess van der Merwe
- Arnold Lorie
- Grey School
- Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival
- music@wbjs.org.za