Music
We have a long and strong tradition of music excellence at our school and our renowned Instrumental Music Program is extremely popular. We strongly believe that music performance not only benefits students musically, but also socially and academically.
In addition to our curricular music program, all students at Northcote High School have the opportunity to participate in our co-curricular music activities. We currently have over 350 students participating in a range of performing groups.
Instrumental music tuition
Our Instrumental Music Program offers tuition for:
| Strings | Violin, viola, cello, double bass |
| Woodwind | Flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone |
| Brass | Trumpet, trombone, french horn, tuba, euphonium |
We also have limited places for percussion and voice.
All students in the program participate in:
- Weekly lesson: a small group lesson during class time (on a rotating timetable).
- Weekly ensemble group: ensemble rehearsal (generally before school).
Students are welcome to study a second instrument.
Instrumental music groups
We offer a wide variety of musical experiences and vibrant performance groups. Our music groups participate in performances, camps, tours, concerts and competitions and have achieved excellent accomplishments.
All students in the program participate in a core ensemble. Elective ensembles are not compulsory.
| Core ensembles |
| Novice Concert Band |
| Concert Band |
| Symphonic Band |
| Novice Strings |
| Intermediate Strings |
| Senior Strings |
| Junior Choir |
| Senior Choir |
| Elective ensembles |
| NHS Stage Band |
| Chamber Orchestra |
| Harmony Vocal |
| Brass Ensemble |
| Jazz Ensemble |
| Jazz Orchestra |
Various percussion ensembles, sax quartets, clarinet and other small groups are operated based on interest.
How to apply
The Music Program application form is sent to families in September each year.
2020 fees
- Tuition $575
- Ensemble $290
- Instrument hire $290
- Advanced tuition (individual, whole period) $1250
There is an option to pay the fees in full or in five instalments. Fees are non-refundable once students have been allocated a place.
For more information about our Music Program, contact the Music Department on 9488 2336 or email Kirsten.Kelly-Cleeve@education.vic.gov.au