The Performing Arts Program at MacGregor is an integrated part of daily life of our school. The students can choose to participate in the programs 3 strands - Dance, Instrumental and Choirs (singing& speech). At the end of each year a Gala Night is held for each of the three strands showcasing the amazing work that has occurred throughout the year. These are memorable nights, where students perform to the delight of parents and grandparents.
Music Excellence
Advanced instrumental music students in Year 5 and Year 6 are invited to apply for the Music Excellence program.
As an extension activity, this program complements existing theoretical knowledge and practical skills learnt in the Classroom Music and Instrumental Music programs, while simultaneously providing students with an opportunity to develop and refine advanced performance, musicianship, composition and musicology skills.
Students will be exposed to a wide variety of musical styles and explore performance genres as a soloist and in small and large ensembles.
Selection Criteria:
The following criteria need to be met for students to be eligible for the program:
- Currently learning an instrument through the Instrumental Music Program OR learning privately and playing at approximately an AMEB Grade 4 standard or higher.
- Students currently achieving at a very high standard in Classroom Music and consistently showing a very high level of effort in all classes.
- Students with a strong sense of commitment, motivation and dedication to both their instrument and the Performing Arts at MacGregor.
- Students who are committed to all academic learning areas and will not suffer from additional lost time with their usual classroom teacher.
Dance Excellence
An auditioned group for students in Years 4 – 6. Students in this excellence group usually also dance with an external dance studio and learn routines in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet and Contemporary styles. Auditions are held in Term 4 for the next year intake.