Music

“Composing original scores for the Middle School Production was at times extremely challenging, but as an inspiring musician, I found it incredibly rewarding.  The overall experience and the teamwork involved stimulated us to strengthen friendships between different year levels whilst sharing our common love for music”. Katherine – Year 12 2009

Camberwell has an outstanding tradition in music.  The Music Staff have created an environment that opens up a whole world of music.  Their dedication provides a rich experience that is appreciated by the entire school.  The Barbara Sutton Hall is an ideal Performing Arts venue. It has seating for an audience of 800, backstage areas for performers, flexible choir risers, orchestra pit to accommodate 25 players and a sound and lighting booth.  The Music School has two large rehearsal areas, a music technology studio, class rooms and seven private tuition rooms.
All students are encouraged to be involved in a range of instrumental and vocal ensembles including Orchestra, Symphonic Band, String Orchestra, Concert Band, Senior Jazz ensemble, Junior Stage Band, Barbara Russell Strings, Flutes and Rhythm Ensembles, Percussion Ensemble, Clarinet Choir, Chamber Players, Brass ensemble, Irish Folkies, Senior Singers, Middle School Choir, Senior Chamber Singers, Preston Singers, Gospel Choir. Performance opportunities include The Cabaret Night, Annual Music Concert, Senior School & Middle School Productions. School Musical Productions include The Singers Recital, Music Scholars Recital, VCE Solo Performers, Chapel Soirees, Lunchtime and After School Performances, Eisteddfods, Music Tours and Exchanges, Carols at Camberwell, and Local Community Performances.
A strong tradition of music is also enhanced through private tuition. Examination options include, AMEB, Royal Schools of Music, Trinity College, and ANZCA. Most follow the AMEB pathway and we are proud of the many students who achieve their A.Mus.A (Associate) and L.Mus.A (Licentiate) Diplomas.