Music

Lord God, we ask that you aid us to create and share the gift of music through instrument and voice. May we find joy in our work and may it fill them with peace, comfort and purpose. Amen.

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Head of department
Ms C Ryan

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KS3 and KS4 Time Plans

KS3     KS4

KS3

In our KS3 curriculum, students will explore their Music education through a mixture of performing, composing, listening and appraising tasks. In Year 7 and 8, students will attend weekly Music lessons. In Year 9, every student will attend KS3 Music lessons once every other week. 

KS4

Studying music helps students develop creativity, confidence, and teamwork while building valuable skills such as listening, focus, and self-expression. It encourages cultural awareness, supports emotional wellbeing, and strengthens connections between learning and real-life experiences. Through music, students not only enjoy making and performing but also gain transferable skills that benefit all areas of their education. Music GCSE is an ideal choice for students who have fostered a love of performing and composing throughout KS3. It is not essential to have learned an instrument or had singing lessons prior to beginning the GCSE but is a requirement throughout the course to support the performance coursework.  

Music GCSE Specification

Instrumental Lessons

We currently offer peripatetic lessons for the following

  • Piano – Ms Kathryn Bartlett  
  • Singing – Ms Claire Williams 
  • Drums – Mr Tom Harris 
  • ​Guitar/Bass/Ukulele - Mr Ben Ferrari

New Starter Peripatetic Lesson Expectations 2025-2026Peripatetic Lessons Contract

Extra-Curricular opportunities

The music department offers lots of extra-curricular options and performance opportunities such as:

  • Vocal Group 
  • STM Singers 
  • Liturgical Music Group 
  • Annual School Production 
  • Music Technology Club 
  • Orchestra
  • Brass Group 
  • Summer and Winter Showcases 
  • Music Celebration Evening 
  • Music GCSE Recital 
  • Singing at all religious and liturgical events 

 

Career Opportunities

If you are interested in studying further, Music would help you in A levels and BTEC courses including:

  • Music
  • Performing Arts
  • Music Technology.

After your studies, there are many options open to someone interested in music:

  • Recording engineer
  • Video and sound engineer
  • Performer
  • Composer
  • Music teacher
  • Arts management
  • Music industry management
  • Promotions
  • Songwriter
  • Music therapist
  • Music journalist

 Music is also a fantastic subject to have even if you desire a completely unrelated career in the future, as it shows commitment to practice, desire and dedication in a different field and allows any potential university and employer to see another dimension of you as an individual.