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Music is very much alive at Iona ! It is believed that being involved in a musical ensemble, one learns about team work, responsibility, discipline and commitment. Undoubtedly, the experience also develops an appreciation for music, extends musicianship skills and instills a love and joy for making music with others.

Students of all year levels and musical ability have the opportunity to participate in the myriad of activities on offer.

Instrumental Music Program

A healthy program designed to give students the opportunity to learn a musical instrument from specialists. We are very fortunate to have a number of outstanding teachers who visit the Music Department each week to share their enthusiasm and expertise with our students.

30-minute lessons are scheduled during the school day on a rotational basis. Fees are paid in advance directly to the instrumental teacher. Students are responsible for attending each lesson in the Music Department. For more details about enrolment, please contact Miss Penelope Kimble on 9384 0066 or visit the Music Department for an enrolment form.

Tuition is available on the following instruments

• Flute
• Clarinet
• Saxophone
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• French Horn
• Violin
• Viola
• Cello
• Double Bass
• Piano
• Jazz Piano
• Voice
• Percussion (including drum kit)
• Classical Guitar
• Contemporary Guitar
• Bass Guitar

Co curricular Music

Concert Band
Wind instrumentalists and percussionists from 8-12 rehearse and perform a variety of Concert Band repertoire in this ensemble. Students must be currently having instrumental tuition either at the College or outside the College (exceptions are made for Year 12 students).

String Orchestra
String students from Years 8 to 12 rehearse and perform a variety of string repertoire in this ensemble. Students must be currently having instrumental tuition either at the College or outside the College (exceptions are made for Year 12 students). There are also opportunities for members of this ensemble to participate in other projects such as Irish Band or String Quartets.

Iona Hepcats
Students who love playing Jazz and enjoy exploring a variety of Jazz repertoire are encouraged to audition for a place in this ensemble. The Hepcats consists of trumpeters, trombonists, saxophonists and a rhythm section who rehearse once a week.

Rock School
This is an ideal opportunity for girls who are interested in Rock, Pop and Folk music. Bands and ensembles are formed according to interests of the students and they are guided to explore the music of their interest, learn about the music industry, do some recording and work with music technology. Weekly rehearsals are set to suit each group.

Iona Aquinas Chorale
Musicians from Aquinas College and Iona come together for a number of exciting choral projects throughout the year. Working with boys voices has let us explore a range of challenging repertoire for soprano, alto, tenor and bass. Projects include the Carols on Canning Concert at Christmas and a number of concert performance opportunities at both Aquinas and Iona. Members of this ensemble must pass an audition and participate in at least one other choral ensemble at Iona.

Year 8 Choir
An ensemble that allows all Year 8 girls to be involved in singing a variety of choral repertoire. Rehearsals focus on vocal production, ensemble singing and generally enjoying the experience of being part of a choir. This is an ideal introduction to the musical life of Iona .

Year 9/10 Choir
Building on the skills established in Year 8 Choir, this ensemble explores more challenging repertoire, including 2 and 3-part accompanied and a capella pieces. Currently a choir of approximately 45 girls who rehearse weekly.

Year 11/12 Choir
A senior choir with approximately 50 girls. This choir explores a variety of repertoire including 3 and 4-part accompanied and a capella pieces.

Junior Chorale
Members of the Year 9-10 Choir have are encouraged to audition for this small vocal ensemble. Students rehearse and perform a variety of challenging accompanied and a capella choral works in 3 and 4 parts.

Senior Chorale
This vocal ensemble consists of 20-25 of the most senior singers in the College. Members of the Year 11-12 Choir are encouraged to audition for this small group. Students rehearse and perform a variety of challenging accompanied and a capella choral works in 3, 4 and 5 parts.

Swing-out Sisters
This ensemble consists of 12 singers who rehearse and perform 4-part harmony barbershop repertoire with and emphasis on showmanship. One of the more popular ensembles at the College, the Swing-out Sisters do lots of performances within the College community and outside of the College community. Year 10, 11 and 12 singers have the opportunity to audition for this popular group.
Others ensembles include Percussion Ensemble, Flute Ensemble and Saxophone Ensemble
Each ensemble is directed by teachers who are specialists in the area.

Performances
The Iona calendar is filled with performance opportunities for our musicians. The following is a list of concerts and performances on our calendar.

• St Patrick's Day Festival
• Musical Production
• Fremantle Eisteddfod
• Staff Music Recital
• Catholic Performing Arts Festival
• Iona Music Night
• Youth Mass at the Basilica
• Interhouse Choral Festival
• Music Festival
• ABODA Band Festival
• Joondalup Eisteddfod
• Vocal Recital
• Senior Students’ Recital
• Presentation Night
• Christmas Concert