Is learning to play an instrument something you would like to have a go at? Click on the link below to watch the Oathall “Get into Music” video and find out how to apply for lessons.
A number of students in all years have signed up to join our ‘Year Bubble - Rock Orchestra’ clubs after half term. There are still a few spaces left - see Mrs Mac Taggart for details.
Mrs Mac Taggart and Mr Van Galen have been very impressed by the focussed practice in music lessons. This, backed up by attention to the theory behind the music, has resulted in some great work in progress class performances. Here are a few examples of our work for you to enjoy.
Year 7’s are learning about score reading and ensemble performance, here is a recording of a their work in Wing of a Condor:
Year 8’s are learning about the African roots behind The Blues, here is a recording of our polyrhythm with a break:
Year 9’s are learning about compositional devices like riffs, loops and ostinati, here is a recording of the riff from How to Save a Life by The Fray:
Year 10’s are investigating musical elements in detail and have started work towards the composing element of their course, here are some leitmotifs composed by the class:
Year 11’s are completing their performance exams, we've included short clip from a year 11 performance vocal performance: