CVC SPECIALIST MUSIC PROGRAM
Whether you’re applying for the Specialist Music Program or wish
to continue with your School of Instrumental Music (SIM) tuition,
you must complete the attached form and undergo the testing
process. This program is open to students who reside both within
and outside our local intake boundary.
Canning Vale College offers an exciting and unique opportunity for
students to explore their interest in music by applying for selection into
our Specialist Music Program. This program is the official
Department of Education endorsed music program for this region.
Concert Band instruments (flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone,
percussion and classical guitar) as well as contemporary instruments (electric guitar, bass, rock drumming,
keyboard and vocals) are available to students as an extended part of the school curriculum. Students have the
option of taking lessons in a group format or one on one with an excellent group of tutors who are professional
musicians working in the music industry.
In addition, all music specialist students will undertake 2 hours per week of class music study as well as the regular
Arts program. A variety of ensembles operate at the College, which include a Concert Band, a series of Rock
Bands and Vocal Groups. Students are able to participate in school concerts throughout the year as well as many
other music festivals and public events. This provides a valuable opportunity for students to perform for their
peers and the wider community.
Tuition operates in two ways – the school of Instrumental Music (SIM) a Department of
Education body, provides free lessons to the College in flute, clarinet, brass and
percussion. Some primary schools already support this program, and the general
procedure is for students to continue their music studies as they progress to secondary
school. New SIM instruments available for study at CVC include electric guitar and bass
guitar.
To further enhance our Specialist Music Program, we have broadened the instruments
available for offer in our Instrumental Program. These do incur some costs as they are
not part of the SIM program and are specifically designed for Canning Vale College.
Instruments include cello, rock drumming, violin, contemporary keyboard and vocal
tuition. These can be individual lessons. Costs vary from $16* to $35*. (Please refer to
the Music Policy Statement for specific instrumental costs.) Lesson duration is 30 minutes
and conducted once a week with students coming out of normal classes to participate. It
is expected that students catch up on any missed work. *Prices subject to change.
Student Selection and Application:
As music is a Specialist Program, unfortunately it is not possible to offer instrumental tuition to all students. To be
accepted into the Instrumental Program, students must satisfy the following criteria:
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Willingness to participate in all facets of the Instrumental Program.
Enthusiasm and aptitude for music – students must complete a brief musical aptitude test for music.
Adequate parental support
Ability to meet the requirements of the Program (students must come out of class to partake in
lessons and must be prepared to do a minimum of 30 mins practice daily)
Participate in a brief interview with the Teacher of Music at the College
Sign the Instrumental Program Agreement Contract
For information about this program please call the College and ask for Rebecca Harrison
Coordinator of Music on 9334 9000 or email [email protected]
Canning Vale College ABN: 84 260 040 534 | 26 Dumbarton Road, Canning Vale WA 6155 T: 08 9334 9000 F: 08 9334 9099 www.CVC.wa.edu.au
CVC Specialist Music Program
Application Form
All students planning to participate in music studies at CVC must apply for this Program, including
current School of Instrumental Music (SIM) students. SIM students who plan to continue with their
SIM tuition in high school do not gain automatic entry into the Specialist Music Program. They must
apply to be selected. The application process includes participation in a theory test, an audition
and an interview with the Coordinator of Music.
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ARE YOU CURRENTLY A SIM STUDENT (School of Instrumental Music):
YES
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NO
Student First Name:_______________________
Parent First Name:_____________________
Student Surname: ________________________
Parent Surname: ______________________
Gender:
 Male
 Female
Address:_____________________________
Birth Date:___________________
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Postcode:_________
Phone:______________________
Mobile:______________________
Email:_______________________________
Current Primary School ____________________
Commencing Year 7 at CVC in 20_________
How did you learn about the Specialist Music Program @ CVC?
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Primary School
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Other
Please number in preference only the instruments you wish to be considered for. Do not number them all.
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Bass Guitar
Clarinet
Cello
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Classical Guitar
Flute
Electric Guitar
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Vocals
Percussion
Violin
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Rock Drumming
Contemporary Keyboard
Brass (trumpet, trombone, tuba)
Application Requirements:
 Most recent school report
 Most recent NAPLAN report
 Any additional evidence that demonstrates musical ability, work ethic and behaviour
Please return this form to Canning Vale College, 26 Dumbarton Road, Canning Vale WA
6155 no later than Friday, 8 April 2016. You will be notified of the testing dates in due
course.
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Fax to: (08) 9334 9099 or Email to [email protected]
Phone: (08) 9334 9000
Canning Vale College ABN: 84 260 040 534 | 26 Dumbarton Road, Canning Vale WA 6155 T: 08 9334 9000 F: 08 9334 9099 www.CVC.wa.edu.au