Woodwind Instruments
There are currently still a few places left for children to take up regular Woodwind (Clarinet, Flute and Saxophone) lessons in school.
Learning a woodwind instrument is a great social and fun way to learn to play music, as these instruments give children the opportunity to play in groups with other like-minded musicians whilst still encouraging all the other life skills that learning a musical instrument gives us (motor and co-ordination skills, listening skills, reading skills, counting skills, multi tasking skills, music appreciation skills ....), the list is endless!
Our woodwind teacher, Sue Dunsdon, has many years of teaching experience and has had a 100% exam pass rate at St Bernard's Prep, with her students often gaining at least Grade 3 ABRSM before leaving primary school. Sue was initially a classically trained musician but also has a degree in Jazz and Contemporary Music and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. She is a proficient 'instrument doubler', performing on Clarinet, Flute and Saxophone in local jazz Big Bands and Pit Orchestras for musical shows, such as 42nd Street, Oliver, Little Mermaid, Sister Act, The Sound of Music, Grease, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Footloose, to name but a few.
If you are keen for your child to take up this amazing opportunity to learn one of these instruments, please fill in the form in the Parent Portal and return it to reception. Places will be taken on a 'first come, first served' basis, so please don't leave it too long before applying as your child may miss out. Your child may well be the next Benny Goodman, James Galway or Charlie Parker of today!
