The FUSION Performing Arts Year 7

Specialist Dance/drama and music program for year 7 students

amberly park drive narre warren south vic 3805. ph 9704 3333. www.nwsc.vic.edu.au

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Introduction and Aims of Program Welcome to the FUSION Performing Arts Program – Specialist Dance/Drama and Music program for Year 7 students. A program that inspires, excels and enriches students’ lives in countless ways.

The FUSION Performing Arts Program at Narre Warren South P-12 Collegeis separated into 2 steams; Dance/Drama and Music. Students have the ability to choose which steam they would like to focus on. Each stream consists of a home group which runs on a slightly altered timetable allowing students to develop their artistic talents while concurrently receiving their secondary education.

The FUSION home groups will attend core subjects but will be supplemented by a creative and exciting classroom music curriculum, an extensive instrumental music and ensemble program, or a dance/drama curriculum offering an extensive practical program.

We believe the Performing Arts not only promotes higher academic performance but is an intrinsically enriching and a rewarding experience. It has been well documented that learning Performing Arts at school is beneficial for students. From higher academic scores, co-ordination, perseverance, team work, reading, comprehension, concentration, self-expression and enhanced social skills.

The FUSION program aims to provide students with the opportunity to develop their Performing Arts talents and provide innovative and contemporary music education integrated in their academic studies.

We aim to support students in developing their unique gifts and the skills needed for lifelong learning and achieving their potential.

We strive to empower students with confidence and promote a culture of excellence with high academic achievement.

Instrumental Lessons

• Small group, 30 min instrumental lesson per week on Brass or Woodwind instrument.

FUSION Ensemble Rehearsal

• All students participate in whole class ensemble. • Regular live performance inside and outside the classroom.

Performance presentation

• Performance practice in a variety of ensembles including solo, small group and large ensembles.• Constructive criticism, reflection, analysis and review.

Keyboard Skills

• Students develop music reading and keyboard skills. • Students follow an open-ended curriculum.

Classroom Music

• iPad Music workshops • Instrumental workshops• Music Theory• Music Analysis• Music History• Music Composition Digital Audio and Music Technology

• Composing + Arranging• Loops and Samples• Digital Audio Workstations + iPads• Using MIDI• Recording + Production• Mixing and Live Sound

Fusion Music Classes

Classroom Dance/Drama

• Workshops• History• Theory• Performance• Event management

Technology • Lighting • Sound • Dance Performance

Event Management

• Bookings• Marketing

Skill Development

• Voice• Acting• Dancing• Choreography• Blocking

Fusion Dance/Drama Classes

FUSION Performing Arts runs from Year 7 to Year 9. Students entering the program at Year 7 are encouraged to stay in the program until the end of Year 9. FUSION will put into practice processes that significantly raise the standards and learning outcomes for students who want to focus their educational studies in Performing Arts. The curriculum is built around the AusVELs, and provides pathways into Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) and Vocational Education and Training Courses (VET).

AUSVels includes the Australian Curriculum learning standards for English, Maths and Science within the structure of the Victorian Essentials Learning Standards. In developing student learning programs and organisational options for Years 7 to 10, Narre Warren South P-12 College ensures all students have access to the full range of domains covered in AUSVels. Significantly raise the standards and learning outcomes for students who want to focus their educational studies in Music.

Instrumental Lessons

As part of the program all students will have regular lessons on a Brass or Woodwind instrument and will be expected to be part of the FUSION ensemble. Students in the FUSION program receive free lessons for the year on their chosen Brass or Woodwind instrument. The College is fortunate to enjoy the services of many talented and highly qualified classroom and instrumental music tutors, who tutor our students on a wide range of instruments. Students may choose to study additional instruments at a reduced fee.

These instruments include but are not limited to; voice, guitar, bass guitar, flute, clarinet, alto and tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano and percussion.

All students learning an instrument will be expected to participate in the appropriate ensemble such as Vocal groups, Junior Concert band, Senior Concert band, Wind ensemble, Guitar and Drum ensembles.

Why choose Fusion?

Students enrolled in FUSION will be expected to pay a special program levy of $300 for the Music stream, and $150 for Dance / Drama Stream.

This levy will cover the cost of:

• Instrumental lessons for the year (if applicable).• Instrument hire for the year (if applicable).• All iPad apps used in class.• Subscriptions to music cloud services.• New resources and materials specifically purchased for FUSION.

Performances

Narre Warren South P-12 College has an immense live performance calendar. This involves performances inside and outside the classroom in a variety of locations. In 2017 we are expecting to put on over 100 music performances across the college.

The FUSION Performing Arts stream will be supported by the many live performances throughout the year. Students will perform live outside the classroom every term to help develop confidence and self-esteem.

Students have the opportunity to regularly perform in the following events:

• Band Festivals• Battle of the Bands• VCAL Concerts• End of Year Secondary Music Concert• Instrumental Music Concerts• VET Music Concerts• Lunchtime Concerts• EXO Day Celebration• Multicultural Celebrations• Year Level Assemblies• Band Competitions• Student Voice Events• Domain Celebrations• Community Events• Local Primary School Concerts• Kinder garden Concerts• Primary Lunchtime Concerts• Productions

Fusion costs

Students wishing to enter the program must complete the FUSION Performing Arts Program Application Form (page 8-10). Once the application has been received you will be contacted for an audition and interviewed to assess suitability for the program.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or queries regarding FUSION Performing Arts, please contact

Rob Oakley (Music Coordinator) Phone: 9704 3333Email: oakley.robert.j@edumail.vic.gov.auWeb: http://www.nwsc.vic.edu.au Nicole Lylak (Performing Arts Co-ordinator) Phone: 9704 3333Email: lylak.nicole.m@edumail.vic.gov.auWeb: http://www.nwsc.vic.edu.au

Entry into Fusion

FUSION Performing Arts Handbook 2017

N a r r e W a r r e n S o u t h P - 1 2 C o l l e g e Page 8

“FUSION” Specialist Year 7 Performing Arts Program 2017 Application Form.

Applications are due in by Friday 3rd of June 2016

Parents will be notified by Friday 10th of June indicating that we have received your child’s application for the Fusion Program.

Student’s Name: _________________________________________(Surname)(First Name)

Age: _______ Date of birth: ____/____/____ Male / Female

Current school: ____________________________________________________________________

Parent name(s): ______________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________P/code: _______

Phone: (Home) __________________________ (Work) ___________________________

(Mobile) ______________________ (Email) _______________________________________

I am interested in applying for - select your preference/s.

☐ DANCE ☐ DRAMA ☐ MUSIC

Applicants are not required to have any pre-training in their chosen stream of Fusion.

Why do I want to be involved in the Fusion program? (Students to complete)

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FUSION Performing Arts Handbook 2017

N a r r e W a r r e n S o u t h P - 1 2 C o l l e g e Page 8

“FUSION” Specialist Year 7 Performing Arts Program 2017 Application Form.

Applications are due in by Friday 3rd of June 2016

Parents will be notified by Friday 10th of June indicating that we have received your child’s application for the Fusion Program.

Student’s Name: _________________________________________(Surname)(First Name)

Age: _______ Date of birth: ____/____/____ Male / Female

Current school: ____________________________________________________________________

Parent name(s): ______________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________P/code: _______

Phone: (Home) __________________________ (Work) ___________________________

(Mobile) ______________________ (Email) _______________________________________

I am interested in applying for - select your preference/s.

☐ DANCE ☐ DRAMA ☐ MUSIC

Applicants are not required to have any pre-training in their chosen stream of Fusion.

Why do I want to be involved in the Fusion program? (Students to complete)

__________________________________________________________________________________

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FUSION Performing Arts Handbook 2017

N a r r e W a r r e n S o u t h P - 1 2 C o l l e g e Page 9

DANCE Application

What is your favourite style of dance? __________________________________________

Do you currently dance? YES / NO

If so, where do you dance? _______________________________________________

How long have you danced for? __________________________________________

What style of dance do you learn? ________________________________________

DRAMA Application

Who is your favourite actor/actress? __________________________________________

Have you studied drama/acting? YES / NO

Have you ever performed on stage? YES / NO

If so, when and where? ____________________________________________

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MUSIC Application

Instrument student is currently / interested in learning ____________________________

(Please state the main instrument your child is currently or interested in learning)

Time spent learning the above instrument: Years __________ Months ___________

Other instruments being learned: ______________________Years ____ Months______

Currently learning through primary school/private tutor (please circle) YES/NO

Name of current tutor: ________________________________________________________

Do you own your own instrument? YES/NO

Are parents/guardians willing to enforce a practice routine? YES/NO

Is your child wearing or likely to be wearing braces? YES/NO

Parent/Guardian signature _________________________________ Date ____________

FUSION Performing Arts Handbook 2017

N a r r e W a r r e n S o u t h P - 1 2 C o l l e g e Page 10

To be completed by student’s current school music specialist or Year 6 Teacher.

Please complete questions as accurately and honestly as possible.

Student’s name: _________________________________________________________________

School: __________________________________________________________________________

Teacher’s name: _________________________________________________________________

Level of school academic achievement: High - Average - Low

Study/homework habits: High - Average - Low

Ability of student to work on his/her own: High - Average - Low

Reading skills: High - Average - Low

Organisation skills: High - Average - Low

Motivation level for learning: High - Average - Low

Relationship with peers: High - Average - Low

Relationship with teachers: High - Average - Low

Ability to catch up with any missed class work: High - Average - Low

Comments regarding suitability for the music program (where appropriate).

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Teacher’s Signature ____________________________________ Date ______________

FUSION Performing Arts Handbook 2017

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Instrumental teacher reference (Not Compulsory)

To accompany application form for students currently receiving instrumental lessons

To be completed by student’s current instrumental tutor.

Student’s name: ________________________________________________________________

Tutor’s name: __________________________________________________________________

School: _______________________________________________________________________

Instrument: ____________________________________________________________________

Student’s practice habits: Poor - Average - Good - Excellent

Student’s attitude to instrument and practice: Low - Reasonable - High - Very High

Can the student sing in tune? Yes - No - Unsure

Does the student have any known physical disabilities that affect their ability to play the instrument? If so, please specify.

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Does the student have any known dental problems that may affect their ability to play a wind instrument? If so please specify.

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Tutor’s signature: ________________________________________ Date: _______________