Specialist Programs

IMSS instrumental music program

Denmark Senior High School has had a long and strong commitment to music since the 1960s, when the first concert band in the state was started with the kind donation of money specifically for music instruments.

"Denmark is a musical and artistic community that boasts a wide range of musical achievements and is home to many accomplished, professional performers and song writers."

About the Program

An expressive, creative music program

The Denmark Senior High School Music Program is an expressive, creative area that offers the opportunity to expand and develop practical instrumental and theoretical skills. Our aim is to create an environment in which students are able to explore different musical concepts individually and in groups.

The DSHS music programme offers both class and smaller group instrumental lessons. Students do not need to be enrolled in the IMSS programme to attend and thrive in Class Music.

Our IMSS program (woodwind, brass, percussion, voice and guitar) is designed to help keep this traditional instrumental stream alive whilst embracing a contemporary approach to fulfil the needs of a broad range of interests.

Program benefits

  • Weekly individual instrumental lessons with specialist teachers
  • Opportunity to explore different musical concepts individually and in groups
  • Class music available to ALL students — IMSS enrolment not required
  • Performance opportunities within school and the broader community
  • Music education proven to stimulate different parts of the brain and support achievement across all subjects
  • A lifelong journey — incredibly rewarding and builds focus and practice habits

Instruments Offered

Instrumental streams

Woodwind

Flute, clarinet, saxophone and more

Brass

Trumpet, trombone, euphonium

Percussion

Drumkit, marimba, tuned percussion

Voice

Vocal technique and performance

Guitar

Classical and contemporary guitar

What to Expect

Commitment & Dedication

All students who are provided weekly instrumental IMSS lessons are encouraged to strive for commitment and dedication. Learning an instrument is a lifelong journey which although may be tough at times, is incredibly rewarding and requires focus and practice.

Class Music Open to AllStudents do not need to be enrolled in the IMSS programme to attend and thrive in Class Music. Class music is available to all students at Denmark SHS.

Interested in the music program?

Contact our Front Office to find out more. Phone: (08) 9848 0100 or email [email protected]

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