Whitwick St John the Baptist
Church of England Primary School
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Music Extra-Curricular
At Whitwick St John the Baptist, we believe that Music develops pupils’ confidence, communication skills, creative skills and improves their emotional well-being.
Our pupils are provided with an enriched variety of musical experiences.
Our music curriculum enables our pupils to confidently play, read, compose, evaluate and appreciate music throughout the ages and diverse genres.
We passionately believe that children who show a keen interest in music should have the opportunity to explore and develop their interest further.
At Whitwick St John, our extra-curricular music offer includes:
School Choir (Yr 3-6)
The school choir meet at least once a week to rehearse and practice songs with Mrs Thomas, our Music Leader. They regularly perform at school events and events in the community. If your child is interested in choir, please contact Mrs Thomas. Choir resources and tracks can be found at the bottom of the page.
School Orchestra
Wee have recently introduced an exciting new musical ensemble. The group includes violins, flutes, guitars, a saxophone, and percussion instruments. It is led by one of our peripatetic music teachers, Mr. James Foster. The group aims to foster creativity and collaboration among pupils and provides them with an invaluable understanding of how to follow a conductor and play as a group. Although they have only been playing together since January, they have made brilliant progress and have already performed their first pieces. We are hoping that as more children learn instruments, the ensemble will grow—maybe even to a full orchestra!
Strings - Violin/Viola (Y2 upwards) & Drum Kit/Percussion (Y3 upwards)
Strings (Violin/Viola) & Drum Kit/Percussion lessons are available for those interested.
‘Leicester Music Tuition’ provide music lessons in school with highly qualified and trained specialist teachers.
The lessons are during school time and the options are:
- Small group lessons – 3-6 children: £5 per lesson
- 20-minute 1-2-1 lessons: £10 per lesson
- 30-minute 1-2-1 lessons: £15 per lesson
To arrange lessons, either visit ‘Leicester Music Tuition’ or scan
‘Leicester Music Tuition’ do also arrange a Whole school Ensemble/Orchestra – This is available only to children who have lessons in or out of school. Please ask for further details.
Piano and Keyboard Lessons (Yr 3-6)
Piano or keyboard lessons are available for those interested.
We have a designated teacher who comes into school to teach the lessons, Elizabeth Standen.
The lessons are during the school day and are 20 minutes long at a cost of £10.50 for individual lessons.
To arrange lessons, please contact Elizabeth on 07943178285 or visit her Facebook Page
Woodwind Tuition (KS1 and KS2 options)
Woodwind lessons are available for those interested.
We have a designated teacher who comes into school to teach the lessons, Elaine Hill.
Elaine offers a range of instruments:
- Recorder Lessons: Year 1 & 2 pupils at a cost of £5 for a 30 minute group lesson
- Clarinet, flute and saxophone lessons: Years 3-6 at a cost of £9.50 for an individual lesson
To arrange lessons, please contact Elaine on 07792467912 or e-mail elainehillmusic@hotmail.co.uk.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar lessons are available for those interested.
We have a designated teacher who comes into school to teach the lessons, Darren Jones.
For further details regarding guitar lessons, please contact the school office or 07806556035