All The Springfield College students from Prep (pre-school) onwards learn to play an orchestral musical instrument.
Rather than only the gifted or a select few students having access to instrumental music, all The Springfield College students receive musical tuition from highly qualified teachers. This compulsory program enables students to develop self-discipline and gain a sense of personal achievement as they master their chosen instrument.
Students in Prep and Years One, Two, Three and Four receive instruction in the violin. From Year Five, students may elect to continue with the violin, or they may prefer to choose from a range of other string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments. Students will be guided in their choice by the College Instrumental Music Instructors.
As part of the core curriculum, all students receive instruction from String, Brass, Percussion or Woodwind specialist music teachers during classroom time. Tuition outside College hours is available for all the above instruments, as well as piano and voice training.
Student performance is encouraged through participation in the College band, choirs and ensembles. Every student who wishes to participate in a band or choir may do so. There are many opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills at College assemblies, ceremonies, concerts, and recognised competitions throughout the year.