At Fortitude Valley State Secondary College, our instrumental music program offers students a vibrant and enriching opportunity to explore their musical talents through a variety of ensembles. Currently, we are proud to feature a concert band, strings ensemble, jazz band, and choir. With the school expanding to its full six-year levels in 2025, we anticipate a surge in student participation, particularly from our incoming Year 7 students. Additionally, we welcome beginners who are eager to learn instruments that will balance and complement our growing ensembles.
Rehearsals for all ensembles take place for one hour each week before school, fostering discipline and teamwork among students. Throughout the year, these groups are showcased at a range of performance opportunities, including whole school Valley Rallys, the Teneriffe Festival, performances at Jazz Clubs, collaborative events with other local high schools, and our annual instrumental music celebration concert.
Students interested in further developing their musical skills can also opt to participate in private or small group lessons. However, these lessons are not required for students to join an ensemble.
If you're interested in becoming part of the instrumental music program at Fortitude Valley State Secondary College, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest. We look forward to seeing our musical community continue to thrive as we grow into 2025 and beyond.