Music

In the Senior School (Years 5 to 8) pupils learn to use the keyboards for live performance and for sequencing.  They use Sibelius and Cubase software to assist with composing and arranging.

We expect the pupils’ singing and musical experience to broaden through a greater understanding of the key elements of music.  There are opportunities for group and solo performance and pupils learn to recognise various styles of music, gaining knowledge of other cultures and traditions.

The Senior School also mounts a full programme of concerts, including many ‘informal’ concerts to give performing opportunities to all individuals.  Major performances often take place in prestigious venues in and around Exeter.

Drama

Drama plays an important part in the curriculum.  Pupils are motivated by a sense of achievement and the talent produced is considerable.  Plays and musicals undertaken in Years 5-8 develop children’s confidence and communication skills.  Every child is encouraged to take part at a level they are comfortable with.

In order to support performance theatre, all children participate in drama lessons where a wide range of activities allow children to respond, be creative, perform and evaluate their own skills and progress.

As productions often take place in local theatres, or overseas as part of one of our tours, pupils are encouraged to develop their skills and take responsibility for sound, make-up, costumes and lights.