We have Junior and Senior choirs and an Orff orchestra who actively participate in local Eisteddfods, in our community and at a variety of school related occasions. Opportunities are also created for participation in school concerts and music afternoons. 

Junior choir

Practice times   Tuesdays and Fridays:  13:30 - 14:30 (grade 2&3
Age group   7 - 9 years. Grade 2 - 3
Number   Approximately 50-55
Selection   All Grade 1 pupils are tested for the choir in June. Successful pupils are then included for a trial period.  Only Grade 2 and 3 pupils participate in performances
Transport   Buses
Supervision   Choir mistress, accompanist and two educators
Repertoire   A variety of songs suitable to this age group, yet posing a challenge. Attention is also given to different languages.
Artists   Artists who play a variety of different instruments are occasionally invited to perform with the choir.
Communication   Per letter and school newsletter (De Kuiltjie) ; all reply slips must be returned by the due date
Uniform   Winter school uniform with green school jersey

 

Senoir choir:

Practice times  

Mondays:07:30-09:30  Tuesdays : 14:30 - 15:30  Fridays: 07:30 - 08:30

Age group   10 - 13 years. Grade 4 - 7
Number   60 – 80 members
Selection   All members are tested again for voice placing. Auditions are done for all the Grade 3 members of the Junior Choir.  Auditions for new pupils are done at the start of the year.
Transport   Buses
Supervision   Choir mistress, accompanist and two educators
Communication   Per letter and school newsletter (De Kuiltjie) ; all reply slips must be returned by the due date.

 

Performance

GIRLS   BOYS

white long sleeve school shirt;
green school gym with belt; 
school tie (neatly tied);
black stockings; 
black school shoes; 
school blazer with all buttons fastened; 
hair neatly tied;

  white long sleeve school shirt; 
grey trousers with black belt; 
school tie (neatly tied) 
grey school socks; 
black school shoes; 
school blazer with all fastened; 
hair neat

Attendance of practices and performances:

  • All practices and performances are compulsory.
  •  Punctuality is of the utmost importance
  • A written letter of excuse must be handed to the choir conductor timeously
  • If a choir member misses 3 practices without a valid reason or proper excuse, he/she will no longer be a member of the choir.
  • No cell phones are allowed.  The educators will be in charge of calls.
  • A light meal before performances is recommended. Avoid gas cooldrinks, fast foods and sweets.