The Gordon Primary School Band Program is run in partnership with the ACT Instrumental Music Program (IMP) and provides students with a valuable opportunity to develop their musical skills and perform as part of an ensemble.
The program is available to students in Years 5 and 6. Students interested in joining the band participate in an assessment process at the end of Year 4, which helps determine their suitability, commitment, and desire to participate in the program.
All instruments are provided on loan through the IMP. Weekly rehearsals are conducted during school hours by an IMP band instructor, with additional support provided by a Gordon Primary School teacher. Students learn to play their chosen instrument, read and interpret music, and perform as part of a collaborative ensemble.
Gordon Primary School is a woodwind-focused band and offers students the opportunity to learn a range of instruments including clarinet, flute, oboe and percussion.
Band members perform at a variety of school and community events throughout the year, including school assemblies, performances for residents at Amala, Lanfest with Lanyon High School, and the ACT Instrumental Music Program's Bandstravaganza at Llewellyn Hall.
Students also participate in combined band rehearsals and workshops with students from other schools twice each year. These sessions provide valuable opportunities to perform in larger ensembles, develop musicianship skills, and build connections with other young musicians across the region.
The school band program is led by Ms Griffin, who works closely with the IMP to support students in developing their musical abilities and confidence as performers.
For more information about the Gordon Primary School Band Program, please contact your child's teacher, Ms Griffin, or visit the ACT Instrumental Music Program website at www.imp.act.edu.au.