Gifted & Talented Entry
To apply for a place in our Gifted and Talented Music program contact the Department of Education on 9264 5513 or visit their website.
The dates for the opening and closing of applications can be found on the G&T website.
The deadline for applications is strictly applied and no applications will be accepted after that time.
Please note all Gifted and Talented applicants are required to sit an academic assessment. While this is compulsory it has no bearing on selection into the Gifted and Talented Music Program.
Selection process
Applicants are invited to Churchlands for an information session late in Term 1. This event also showcases the instruments available for beginners. Parents are encouraged to attend.
Applicants are required to provide video recordings of two contrasting pieces on their instrument. If they haven't previously learned an instrument, they should prepare two contrasting songs. The selected repertoire should be both challenging and within their abilities. These videos are assessed by instrumental specialists who recommend which applicants go through to the second stage of the selection process.
Successful applicants are invited to Churchlands for a short interview and audition at Churchlands, where they must play their instrument again, possibly with different repertoire. They should bring their two most recent school reports, references, certificates and any instrumental, performance, and theory exam results. Parents must attend.
The interview aims to identify:
- The applicant's achievements, motivation, and commitment.
- Their willingness to fully participate in the music program.
- Their capacity to handle the additional workload.
First-round offers are sent to successful applicants towards the end of Term 2.
Students can also enter the GATE Music Program in Year 9, 10 or 11.
Students must apply through the Department of Education Gifted and Talented website. Testing occurs in Term 1, and successful applicants may start at Churchlands in Term 3.
Expectations
Students accepting a place in the Gifted & Talented Music Program are expected to continue to study music to the end of Year 12.
If a student drops out during the course, not only has another student been denied the opportunity to be a part of the G&T Music Program, but the balance of an ensemble and the quality of the experience for all other students involved has been affected.
It is only possible to maintain high standards if all students are committed to the program. Attendance at rehearsals, lessons and performances, as well as a positive attitude to regular practice is a requirement. Students and parents share the responsibility in maintaining the program's high standards and excellent reputation.
Ongoing instruments
Students must already be competent on these instruments to audition. We do NOT start beginners on these instruments.
- Violin (minimum AMEB grade 3 or equiv.)
- Viola
- Cello
- Double Bass
- Classical Guitar
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Trumpet
Ongoing and beginner instruments
Available for Year 7 beginners although students already playing them should audition as well.
- Harp (one every 2 or 3 years only)
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Saxophone
- Horn
- Trombone
- Euphonium
- Tuba
- Percussion
- Voice
- Piano (only students with AMEB Pianoforte Grade 7 or higher in Year 6 should apply for a piano position.)
- Jazz Guitar
- Jazz Bass Guitar
Primary School Extension Program
Want to jumpstart your child’s journey at Churchlands School of Music?
Looking to extend their musical involvement? Get involved now!
We offer the following ensembles, designed to transition students from primary school into high school. Students extend their performance skills whilst meeting like-minded music friends and familiarise themselves with high school teachers and facilities.
Tapestry Strings – an auditioned ensemble for Yr 4-6 string students.
Brasshoppers – Yr 5 and 6 brass students from metropolitan Perth.
Windjammers – Yr 5 and 6 wind, brass and percussion students mostly from Churchlands SHS local catchment area.
If you are interested and would like more information, please email music.admin@churchlands.wa.edu.au.
Music Presentation
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