2021 CO-CURRICULAR PERFORMING ARTS

HANDBOOK

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Our strategic intent ENGAGE EDUCATE EXCITE

PERFORMING ARTS AT GLPS

Performing Arts at GLPS, consistently strives to provide

engaging, educating and exciting programs across Drama, Dance and Music. We believe in providing authentic and rich learning experiences for students from an early age, ensuring that every student is given the opportunity to

actively participate in The Arts.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3 – Instrumental Music Lessons Page 4 - Instruments Page 5 - Instrumental Ensembles Page 6 - Choirs Page 7 - Speech and Drama Lessons Page 8 - Speech and Drama Lessons continued Page 9 - Musical Theatre Program Page 10 - Dance Troupes Page 11 - Dance Troupes continued Page 12 - Pre-Prep Piano Page 13 - Pre-Prep Dance Page 14 - Pre-Prep Acro Page 15 - School Musical Page 16 - Timetable Page 17 - Performing Arts Fees Page 18 - Enrolment Link, Withdrawal Link & Pricing Page 19 – Terms & Conditions

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INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC LESSONS

Grace Lutheran Primary School provides tuition in a range of instruments covering a broad range of musical genres.

All instruments are taught by trained professional

‘Teaching Artists’. We believe in students engaging in

instrumental lessons from a very young age, however,

some instruments are best learnt at a slightly later age due

to the physical demands of ‘blowing’ or fine motor strength. At times a student may be recommended to

begin on a different instrument and transfer their skills

when they are physically ready. Please refer to the table below for instrumental offerings and corresponding age

requirements.

Instrumental Music Instrument Prep Yr 1 Yr 2 Yr 3 Yr 4 Yr 5 Yr 6

Piano Voice (singing) Violin or Viola Cello Double Bass Flute Oboe Clarinet Saxophone Bassoon Trumpet Trombone Baritone or Euphonium

Guitar Percussion inc drum kit

* Guitar - acoustic, electric or bass guitar both classical & rock school

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INSTRUMENTS

Instruments are not provided by the school. Families will need to purchase or rent instruments through external

suppliers. Please note that there are many brands and

suppliers of instruments. Some instruments sold on

second hand sites, Aldi etc are not setup for students to

play and often will require substantial investment to get

up to a playing standard. We recommend and use the following suppliers, please click on their logo to head to

their website.

Brass Music Specialists for all brass & woodwind

Boyds The Piano Shop (2nd hand pianos)

Simply for Strings

The Guitar Centre

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INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES

Students enrolled in instrumental lessons at GLPS are encouraged to enrich their lessons by playing in one of our

ensembles. Our Band is open to beginning Woodwind, Brass and Percussion students in their first year of private/paired tuition after completing our Year 3

Immersion Program. Senior Band, String Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Rock Band and Percussion Ensemble are open to students who have been learning their instrument for a

minimum of 6-12 months and dependent on their readiness as determined by the Director of Performing

Arts.

In rehearsals and performances, students learn to play with others, developing musicality, expression, articulation

and musical notation skills whilst being immersed in the sounds of various instruments. The social aspect of

ensemble playing is an integral part of the development of each child. These skills transfer into their social and team

interactions in a variety of settings and build concentration stamina. Instrumental Ensembles are

offered at no additional cost to private and paired lesson enrolment.

Students in ensembles participate in weekly rehearsals, showcase events and assembly performances. They will also perform at community events throughout the year.

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CHOIRS

Choral ensembles are open to all students from Years 1-6. Our three choirs consist of our Junior Choir (Years 1-3),

Senior Choir (Years 4-6) and our Prep Singing Group

(commencing in Term 3).

Choral ensembles are offered at no additional cost.

Students in ensembles participate in weekly rehearsals,

showcase events and assembly performances. They will also perform at community events throughout the year

including important school ceremonies, events and

services. Please refer to the table below for choir offerings and corresponding age requirements.

Choral Ensembles

Ensembles Prep Yr 1 Yr 2 Yr 3 Yr 4 Yr 5 Yr 6 Prep Singers (Term 3 & 4)

Junior Choir

Senior Choir

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SPEECH AND DRAMA LESSONS

Speech and Drama classes are made up of a range of drama and voice-related activities designed to improve self-

confidence, communication skills and presentation skills. Classes incorporate monologues, poetry and prose to

engage and inspire students and to foster a love of reading and literature as well as mime, public speaking,

improvisations and acting/dramatics. Students can enrol in either private, paired or small group lessons which

occur during school hours in our studios. Participants have the opportunity to take part in an assortment of

performance opportunities including Speech & Drama Showcases, Eisteddfods and audition preparation.

The 30 minute lessons will provide students with strong foundations for public speaking, building confidence in

speech and drama. Students will also learn theatre skills such as characterisation, improvisation and voice

projection, whilst developing self-confidence and learning about the importance of non-verbal behaviour such as

facial expression, movement and gesture.

Group drama workshops are offered before and after school hours as a part of our Musical Theatre Program.

These workshops provide students with the foundations for the acting craft through role play, character

development, improvisation and develop social skills through interaction with peers and group discussion. These workshops focus on theatre skills such as team

building, improvisation, basic character building and age appropriate text/script analysis.

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Speech activities focus on the way we speak:

• Posture and breathing • Articulation and diction • Volume and projection

• Vocal tone and vocal variety • Public speaking and debating

Drama activities focus on how we present ourselves:

• Mime • Movement

• Improvisation • Gesture and body language

Please refer to the table below for speech and drama

offerings and corresponding age requirements.

Speech and Drama

Lesson/Group Prep Yr 1 Yr 2 Yr 3 Yr 4 Yr 5 Yr 6 Private and Paired Lessons

Small Group Drama Lessons (3-5 students per group)

Junior Musical Theatre Workshop

Senior Musical Theatre Workshop

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MUSICAL THEATRE PROGRAM

We have a Musical Theatre Program which caters from Students in Grades 1 through to High School. The Program

consists of three age group structures; • Years 1-3 • Years 4-6 • High School

Students who are excited by musical theatre are

encouraged to apply for our Musical Theatre Programs. These programs are made up of a paired or private singing

lesson with our vocal teacher, a group drama class focusing on theatrical works and skills, and enrolment in

one dance troupe.

Students enrolled in this program have both their dance and drama work outside of class time and have their

paired vocal lesson in class time. Students may be required to supply simple costumes for performances as

communicated by the drama teacher.

Enrolment in the Musical Theatre Program is subject to enrolment numbers and students may be asked to audition

for a position within this program if enrolment numbers are high. Fees for this program is at a discounted rate to

enrolling in each lesson individually, perfect for those students building their triple threat skills in singing, drama

and dance!

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DANCE TROUPES

We provide dance tuition from 3 years old through to High School Students. Our classes cover dance technique and

choreography for performances. Acro classes however are strictly a skills/technique based class where students build

strength & flexibility.

Classes/Troupes include; • Prep Dance

• Ballet/Lyrical • Jazz/Contemporary

• Hip Hop • Acro

• Chorus Style Dance (High School Students only) • Private and Small Group Examination Preparation

Lessons

Performances include; • Assemblies

• Showcase evenings • School musical (dance troupes perform in our bi-annual school musical in a dance style that may differ from their

regular genre studied) • Community events

• Eisteddfod • Students may also be required to perform in a

community event on the weekend, representing our school and sharing their gift with others.

Students enrolled in dance troupes will be required to

purchase or pay a rental levy for their dance costume. The same costume is used throughout the entire year and has

an estimated cost of $100 (excluding acro as they are a non-performing troupe). Information regarding

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costuming requirements will be sent out in Term 1. Students enrolled in dance will also need to purchase

appropriate dance shoes through our school shop for their chosen genre (Jazz shoes approx. $45, Ballet shoes approx.

$30, Hip Hop shoes TBC)

In 2021, we are introducing small group exam preparation classes. These classes will be additional to the performing troupe enrolled in and focus on the precise CSTD syllabus required for examinations. Classes will cater for between

2-4 students and are taught by dance teachers who are also examiners, ensuring exacting technique! Students

enrolling in these classes will receive their corresponding troupe at a substantially discounted price. Exam classes will be dependent on minimum enrolment numbers and

will commence with ballet and jazz offerings.

Please refer to the table below for dance offerings and corresponding age requirements.

Dance Troupes Troupes Prep Yr 1 Yr 2 Yr 3 Yr 4 Yr 5 Yr 6

Prep Dance Jazz/Contemporary Ballet/Lyrical Hip Hop Acro Private and Small

Group Examination

Preparation Lessons

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Pre-Prep Piano classes are group classes of up to 6 learners. Children learn the foundations of playing piano, singing songs, playing percussion and learning through music and movement. Learners attend classes with one

supervising adult and are taught by one of our piano teachers. Engagement between the caregiver and child at

the piano, enables families to engage in music practice throughout the week, ensuring that music practice is fun,

play based and easily supported at home. This class consists of 30 minutes of focused tuition with an additional

15 minutes of play based instrumental exploration. This enables our young learners to engage in social music

making, developing their language and social skills whilst building new friendships.

Please note that due to the group setting and limited

enrolments of these classes, no makeup lessons are offered in the event of holidays, sickness or inability to attend.

Who: 3-5 year-olds with a caregiver When: Fridays 8:30 – 9:15am each week of the school term. Where: Ensemble Room at GLPS Cost: $185 per school term

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Pre-Prep Dance is taught by our experienced early childhood dance teachers. Dancers participate in music

and movement activities in a play-based setting. Pre-Prep Dancers participate in performances at our showcase

events with our GLPS Dance Troupes.

Participants will be required to attend dance classes in a simple leotard with a skirt/tutu for girls and shorts and shirt for boys. Dancers in this class will dance with bare

feet. Families are asked to bring students along with shoes which can be taken off and on easily by the children.

This class is a drop off and pick up class, parents and

caregivers are welcome to have a coffee and a chat at our onsite café, Charis. Parents will then collect their dancer

upon completion of the class.

Please note that due to the group setting and limited enrolments of these classes, no makeup lessons are offered

in the event of holidays, sickness or inability to attend. Who: 3-5 year-olds When: Fridays 8:30 – 9:15am each week of the school term. Where: Performing Arts Space at GLPS Cost: $150 per school term

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Pre-Prep Acro is taught by our experienced early childhood dance teachers in our Performing Arts Space

with gymnastics mats and aerogym tracks. Children participate in acro, gross motor and kinder-gym based

activities in a play-based setting. Pre-Prep Acro is a skill based class and is a non-performing activity based upon

skills, strength and fun.

Participants will be required to attend acro classes in leggings/pants or shorts with a shirt. Children in this class will participate with bare feet. Families are asked to bring students along with shoes which can be taken off and on

easily by the children.

One caregiver is required to observe and at times, participate, in this class. Participation is required to assist students with spotting, safe landings and encouragement.

Please note that due to the group setting and limited

enrolments of these classes, no makeup lessons are offered in the event of holidays, sickness or inability to attend.

Who: 3-5 year-olds When: Friday 8:30 – 9:15pm each week of the school term. Where: Performing Arts Space at GLPS Cost: $150 per school term

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GLPS SCHOOL MUSICAL

We delight in our school musicals which are held biannually. Our 2020 production of The Wizard of Oz and

2018 production of The Little Mermaid Jnr were a joy for

our students and community.

Our next musical will be held in 2022, with the

announcement of the production occurring at the end of

2021 by our enthusiastic teaching staff!

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PERFORMING ARTS FEES

Instrumental and drama lessons are offered as either paired or private lessons and are conducted during school

hours in our studios. Over the year, students receive 34 lessons which allows for Public Holidays, camps and

excursions. This equates to 8 or 9 lessons per teaching term, allowing for 1 make-up lesson if required. Enrolling for paired lessons is subject to availability and suitability

of enrolled students.

Musical Theatre, Drama, Acro and Dance Troupes are held every week of the school year, beginning week 2 of term 1.

For students enrolling in more than one dance class, the 2nd (or 3rd) class will be billed at $85 per term. This

reduced rate is offered per student, not per family.

For students who are enrolled in a dance troupe, our Acro class is costed at the same rate as a 2nd or subsequent class which is $85 per term. For non-dancers, the Acro

class would be considered your primary enrolment and is billed at $135 per term. Enrolment in dance troupes are

subject to enrolment numbers and fill up very fast

Performing Arts Lessons will be billed by the school with payment required each term. If you have questions about

billing please contact the Business Office on 07 3283 0011.

Instrumental, Speech & Drama & Musical Theatre rollover

every year. Dance troupes including acro are to enrol at

the start of each year

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PRICING

CLICK HERE TO ENROL

CLICK HERE TO WITHDRAW

Instrumental Music Per Term Private-30 minutes $340.00

Paired-30 minutes (not available to students who are sitting AMEB exams, these students must be enrolled in 30 minute Private Lessons)

$225.00

Private-45 minutes (by invitation from tutor when reached approximately Grade 2/3 AMEB or students who are in Grades 7-12)

$475.00

Speech and Drama Per Term Musical Theatre Package Paired (includes Musical Theatre class, paired 30 minute vocal lesson and chosen dance troupe)

$365.00

Musical Theatre Package Private (includes Musical Theatre class, private 30 minute vocal lesson and chosen dance troupe)

$480.00

Private 30 minute $340.00

Paired 30 minute $225.00

Small Group 30 minute $165.00

Dance/Acro Per Term Exam Program (inc troupe & exam class) $190.00

First Dance Troupe $135.00

Additional Dance Troupe (on top of either musical theatre package or first dance class)

$85.00

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TERMS & CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT

It is the expectation that students;

• Bring their instrument and music on their allocated lesson and ensemble day.

• Take responsibility for their learning and show commitment to their ensemble.

• Ensure their behaviour is meeting the expectations of teachers and their peers.

• Follow home practise requests as outlined by teaching artists. • Attend performances and rehearsals as required.

Parent / Guardians should consider the following:

• If instrumental students are absent, the tutor must be emailed by 7:00am in order to have a makeup lesson offered.

• A maximum of one makeup lesson per term is offered. • Makeup lessons are not offered in the event of family holidays

being taken during the school term. • Behavioural concerns may lead to cancellation of enrolment in

co-curricular activities as per our GLPS Enrolment Contract signed at the time of enrolling at Grace.

• Enrolments are subject minimum and capped numbers. • Enrolment is not confirmed until a confirmation email is

received which will be sent out in the prior to the first school day of Term 1 2021.

• Performing Arts Lessons will be billed by the Business Office. • Fees are payable at the start of each term and are to be paid in

full. • Unpaid fees will result in a student being withdrawn from

their chosen program. • Cancellation of enrolment requires written notice and a term’s

notice if paying per term. Cancellation of enrolment can be completed via the link found above.

• New enrolments will be effective as of first day of each term as are withdrawals (you cannot commence or cease mid-term)

• To cancel enrolment, we require notice to be given by the last school day of the term prior to cancellation.

• Any queries, please email performingarts@glps.qld.edu.au

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