EXTRA-CURRICULAR MUSIC PROGRAM
The School has established a program for students wishing to learn a musical instrument and/or singing. These lessons are provided at the School, during school hours and are conducted on a fee-for-service basis. Lesson fees vary and are payable in advance each term (contact Reception for further information). Please note that our tutors are independent contractors and therefore set their own fees according to level of experience and qualifications.
Music Tuition is available for the following in 2026:
WOODWIND: Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone
BRASS: Cornet, Trombone, Trumpet, French Horn
PERCUSSION: Drums, Piano
VOICE: Singing
VOICE WITH ACCOMPANIMENT: Singing with Piano or Guitar accompaniment
STRINGS: Violin, Cello
GUITAR: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Bass Guitar
ENSEMBLES: Brass / Woodwind Step Up program *Rock Band*
OTHER: Theory, Songwriting
For enrolment in any of the above, please complete an application form:
Extra-curricular Music Program Information and Application Form
Individual music lessons are scheduled weekly in 30-minute blocks and are rotated each week to minimise disruption to classroom programs.
Group lessons are offered but only conducted when 2-3 students are learning at the same level of competency (subject to the discretion of the tutor). Not all instruments are suited to group tuition and after a term of tuition, parents may be advised to book an individual lesson to ensure that the student is able to progress at his/her anticipated rate.
Generally, students must provide their own instruments. Please note that a limited number of trumpets, trombones, saxophones and flutes are available to hire from the School; inquiries can be made to the Extra-Curricular Coordinator.
The tutor will endeavour to supply a minimum of eight lessons per term. On occasion, lessons may need to be cancelled due to illness or other absences. Tutors will make every endeavour to reschedule missed lessons in circumstances where reasonable notice of an intended absence has been supplied directly to the tutor via phone.
Fees are to be paid in advance. Payment is to be made directly to each individual music teacher.
One term’s notice must be given to withdraw from the program. Otherwise, all lessons must be paid for, whether taken or not.
Please discuss these terms with your tutor at the commencement of the tuition agreement.
* The Brass / Woodwind Step Up program is an invite only platform for students in Yr 6 and up to continue their learning on either trumpet, trombone or saxophone in a group setting during weekly lessons. This is an exciting pathway for students to further develop their musicianship in order to transition into the school showpiece Jazz Ensemble (co-curricular, no-fees required).
Currently, the Brass / Woodwind Step Up Program incurs no cost to families. If you have received an invite, please register your interest by completing the form. New students to Moama Anglican Grammar who are interested in learning one of these instruments are also invited to join this program. These lessons will be conducted in a group setting.
** To join a Primary and Secondary Rock Band it is recommended that students already learn an instrument (such as piano, bass, guitar or vocals). Please note that places in Rock Bands are limited.
A minimum of eight rock band rehearsals are scheduled per term.
Every effort is made to timetable rehearsals against the school events and daily calendar to ensure all members have an equal opportunity to attend the rehearsals. On occasion, to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary for a same-day rehearsal time shuffle or a rehearsal time swap with other rock bands within the school.
For a student to participate in a Rock Band, parents and families must pay their assigned invoice for a full term’s involvement within two weeks of receiving, regardless of notified or unnotified absences to rehearsals (unless student is taking an extended leave). This condition is due to the medium-large group setting of the band. When an individual student is absent for a rehearsal the facilities and resources are still in place to accommodate them, therefore the remainder of their assigned band will continue to rehearse as scheduled, with no make-up rehearsal put in place for the absent student. In the event that a rehearsal is missed due to an event that is deemed avoidable and impacting many members (camps, swimming e.t.c), the rock band tutor will communicate a make-up rehearsal time that suits the majority of members.
Should you have any questions regarding our terms and conditions, please contact our Head of Student Experience – Extra Curricular Music Program (K-12), Mr Michael Hearn.
mhearn@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au
extra-curricular ballet tuition program
BALLET LESSONS WITH EMMA MEXA – 2026
As part of our extra-curricular offerings, we are very pleased to have Emma Mexa continuing her provision of ballet lessons for Years 7 to 12 in the brand new professional dance studio within the MultiPurpose Stadium.. Lessons will be provided during school hours and conducted on a fee for service basis. For more information, you can access the flyer here.
Lesson fees:
$38 per half hour for 1:1 lessons
$30 per half hour for group lessons with two students (where students of a similar age and ability may be grouped together).
$20 per half-hour group lesson with three or more students (where students of a similar age and ability may be grouped together).
Emma is an industry professional, but is flexible to work with students depending on their preference to work on ballet exercises and technique, perfecting existing repertoire, developing strength and conditioning, or learning for exercise and fun.
Please see the Extra Curricular Ballet Tuition Program Form to sign up for lessons or to access more information.
Should you have any questions regarding our terms and conditions, please contact our Head of Student Experience – Extra Curricular Music Program (K-12), Mr Michael Hearn.
co-curricular music ensemble program
Co-Curricular music students are invited to rehearse and perform in one of our Instrumental Ensemble programs that operate for either part of the school year or all year long. Students receive tuition from our experienced tutors and academic music staff. The School covers the cost of this tuition; no out-of-pocket expenses will be incurred by the student.
Performance Opportunities
Students are encouraged to showcase their progress in the many performance opportunities that occur within the school calendar, including at regular school assemblies, events across the calendar school year (Easter, Christmas, ANZAC Services, Mothers and Fathers Day, Teddy Bears Picnic Day) and classroom/lunchtime concerts. We also host several evening instrumental concerts as well as travel for various competitions and experiences throughout the year e.g. Generations in Jazz, School Choirs – Bendigo Competitions Society.
Students are invited well in advance to audition for school concerts by Faculty Staff.
Any questions relating to Music at Moama Anglican Grammar should be directed to our Acting Head of Student Experience – Extra Curricular Music Program (K-12), Mr Michael Hearn.
Concert dates for 2026
School Productions
For information on our 2026 production, please contact our Production Director, Fiona Gibbs.