Music
Music lessons are held on a weekly basis. Students in years P-7 receive one half hour lesson. This music program is designed to enhance the understanding of sounds, applying different application with sounds & how to organize sounds. Through sequenced activities in beat, rhythm, melody and harmony, the programme is intended to engage the musical mind and stimulate the intellect. Classes are characterised by singing, as singing is considered to be the fundamental tool in promoting audiation - the process whereby music can be heard and experienced in the human mind without acoustic stimulation. All 4 - 7 classes are also taught to read, write music and play the recorder. Students also have opportunities to access percussion instruments, keyboards and xylophones in groups and further the individual skills with the school band.
- Australia National Song Competition (ACMF)
- Blackwater North Idol
- Blackwater North Young Idol
- Carols by Candlelight
- Industrial Music Experience
Instrumental Music
John Evenhuis is the instrumental music teacher for the two state primary schools and the High School in Blackwater. Group tuition is offered from year 5 and instruments can be hired for the first year (if available). The school band performs throughout the year at various events including:
- School parade each Friday
- Brisbane Festival of Music
- Central Highlands Eisteddfod
- Rockhampton Eisteddfod
- Blackwater Spring Concert
- Various other local events
