The Excellence: Accelerated Music Program (AMPed) is dedicated to
nurturing students with a deep passion for music, guiding them to grow
as versatile, confident, and innovative musicians.
Through rigorous and accelerated study, collaborative ensemble experiences,
and opportunities for creative exploration, students develop technical
mastery, expressive artistry, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
The program equips them with the skills, discipline, and imagination
to excel not only in music but in all areas of life.
VALUES
Collaboration – Working together in
ensembles, students learn to listen, support,
and create music as a unified team.
Dedication – Students commit to consistent
practice, personal growth, and supporting their
ensembles to achieve their best performance.
Innovation – Creativity drives every aspect
of music-making, encouraging students to
explore new ideas, experiment, and bring
originality to their work.
Excellence – Through accelerated study and
advanced theory, students strive for mastery
in performance, composition and their
academic study understanding of music.
Passion – A genuine love for music inspires
students to engage deeply, perform boldly,
and embrace every opportunity to make and
share music.
PATHWAYS
AMPed offers an integrated pathway
that combines Instrumental / Choral and
Classroom music, allowing students to
achieve both academic excellence and musical
mastery.
Through accelerated progression in
the Australian Curriculum – Music, students have
exclusive class time and dedicated teacher support,
enabling them to complete the Senior Music course
by the end of Year 11.
Students also engage in extension studies in music
theory, with opportunities for external accreditation
through AMEB, deepening their understanding of musical
elements and enhancing their performance and composition
work Participation in the school instrumental and choral music
program is a prerequisite, ensuring students develop both
individual skill and collaborative experience.
This pathway prepares students for advanced music studies,
performance opportunities, and future careers in music, while
fostering the creativity, discipline, and passion that underpin
lifelong musical engagement.
APPLY
Prospective students entering Year 7 can apply for the Excellence: Accelerated Music Program (AMPed) by completing
and submitting the Application Form.
Additionally students must undertake a music audition. The audition process has two sections: a short-written theory
exam that will occur on the same day as the practical audition, and a performance audition consisting of scales, one
set piece of music and an own choice piece.
The results from the theory exam, audition, Instrumental Music results
and application, including referee comments will be considered when assessing applications.
Contact Details
For
details pertaining to the music aspect of the program please contact:
Ms Monique McMullen
Phone: 07 3511 3888
Email: mmcmu8@eq.edu.au