Why Instrumental Music Excellence?
The Instrumental Music Excellence Academy (POE) at Cavendish Road State High School is an audition-based program that extends students’ instrumental music learning through accelerated lessons and ensemble participation. It also provides enrichment pathways through advanced repertoire, performance opportunities, and connections with organisations such as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO) and Jazz Music Institute (JMI).
Key Benefits:
- Enhanced Musical Performance: Develop superior skills in individual and group performances.
- Enrichment through Industry Partnerships: Engage with leading industry partners for unique learning experiences.
- Contributing to School Music Culture: Play an active role in shaping and strengthening the music environment at Cavendish Road.
Program Overview
The Instrumental Music Excellence (IMEX) program is offered to Year 7 and Year 8 students and provides a rich and immersive experience that includes:
- Streamed Instrumental Music Classes: Students are grouped with like-minded peers, promoting collaboration and shared growth.
- Industry Engagement: Opportunities for cultural and musical enrichment by partnering with respected organizations and artists such as:
- The Jazz Music Institute
- Queensland Symphony Orchestra
- Tjupurru (Didgeribone)
- Diverse Performance Opportunities: Develop skills in band, jazz, orchestral, small ensemble, and solo performances.
We are proud of our talented students who have successfully advanced to prestigious tertiary institutions such as:
- Griffith University – Queensland Conservatorium of Music
- University of Queensland – School of Music
- QUT Creative Industries
- Jazz Music Institute
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the IMEX program, applicants must meet the following criteria (in order of consideration):
- Academic Merit: Out-of-catchment students must meet comparative academic requirements.
- Audition Performance: A successful audition conducted by our specialist staff.
- Performance Standard: Students should be performing at a minimum standard of Grade 3 AMEB (or equivalent).
Ongoing Criteria for Success: Once accepted into the IMEX Academy, students must maintain the following to remain in the program:
- Continued Progress on Chosen Instrument
- Academic Performance Reflecting Effort and Dedication
- Exemplary Attitude and Behaviour
- High Attendance at Lessons, Ensemble Rehearsals and Performances