Music at Bow
"That which comes closest to expressing the inexpressible is music." (Aldous Huxley)
Our Philosophy
- Anyone can take part
- Music is an enriching and broadening experience
- Music is valued as an integral part of everyday life
- Music enhances the community of the school and gives a sense of corporate responsibility and being part of a team
- At the same time, individual achievements can be recognised
Main aims in Music
- To develop vocal and instrumental skills
- To develop an understanding of music from other times and places
- To develop a means of expressing ideas, thoughts and feelings through music
Main objectives in Music
- To promote music as an inclusive subject: anyone, whatever their ability, can take part
- To enable every child to grow musically at their own pace
- To foster a lifelong appreciation of all aspects of music
- We provide opportunities for all abilities and interests
- Musically able children are encouraged to go on holiday music courses and to audition for local and national orchestras and for music scholarships at the Senior School
Extra-Curricular Music:
- Choir
- Jazz ensemble
- Ceilidh Band
- Fiddle Club
- Percussion Groups
Individual Music Tuition
Individual instrumental lessons are available on:- piano, classical guitar, popular guitar, drums, clarinet, flute, saxophone and much more!
Classroom music topics include: Musical Machines; History of Rock Music; Music of Indonesia; Instruments of the Orchestra; Film and television music.
Classroom music activities include: learning to play tin whistle; developing percussion skills; learning to play the ocarina; small-group compositions; listening to all kinds of music; visits to concerts and music workshops; learning a wide variety of songs, chants and raps.
Music Scholarships at the Senior School
Music scholarships (up to 50% of the fees) are available on admission to the Senior School. Bow pupils have an excellent record at achieving such awards.
If you would like to know more about Music at Bow, Durham School, please contact Mrs Helen Ketteridge through the Headmaster’s office.
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Rugby: U11 v Chorsiters (a)
Monday, 06 October 2008
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recent news
Top Musical Distinctions for Music Scholar
14 year old, Graham Thorpe, has been awarded Grade 8 Distinctions in his Associated Board examinations for both trombone and piano.
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"Thank you for helping to transform our son from a shy and quite Badger into a confident "I'm ready for school" boy. The dedication, patience and support you gave our son far exceeded our expectations of you. You did an outstanding job and we will be forever grateful for the wonderful year our son spent at the Badger Nursery. "
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