Music and Arts
A creative curriculum and after school opportunities
Our Music and Arts programs allow our students to develop their gifts and abilities to their full potential. La Salle College has a creative curriculum and after school opportunities across music, dance, drama and art programs. Through concerts, performances and exhibitions, students are given the opportunity and confidence to showcase their talent.
Opportunities at the College include:
- Music Tour
- Art Exhibition
- Catholic Performing Arts Festival for Catholic Schools and Colleges
- College Musical Production
- Choir (auditioned and non-auditioned)
- Drama Club
- Art Club
- Community Carols by Candlelight
- De La Dance
- Music Performances
- Music Camp
- Music Night
- Music Soiree
- Awards Evening
- VET Music Concert
Music
At La Salle College, we’re thrilled to offer an array of exciting opportunities for your child’s musical exploration. Discover the difference between our Scholarship Pathway and Instrumental Tuition Pathway and find the perfect fit for your budding musician.
Interested in studying an instrument at La Salle College?
2025 Year 7 Band Scholarship Pathway
**For complete beginners and the experienced**
The 2025 Year 7 Band Scholarship Program is designed to nurture young talents. Selected students receive financial support for Piano, Voice, or Band instrument tuition. While participating in the Year 7 Band on Thursday afternoons from 3.30pm to 4.30pm, they become integral members of our College Bands and Ensembles.
This pathway includes rotational joint instrumental lessons during school hours, taught by our experienced tutors at a subsidised cost. Commitment spans two years and ensures comprehensive musical growth.
2025 Year 7s can APPLY by:
- Reading the Information Sheet
- Completing and Submitting an Application Form
- Attending the Year 6 Instrumental Trial Day
The 2025 Year 7 Band Scholarship Application Form can be printed and returned in person or by email.
Scholarship Applications Close Friday 1 November 2024
Compulsory Year 6 Instrumental Trial Day
Any students considering studying an instrument at La Salle College, must come along to an information session and instrumental trial day on Saturday 9 November (TBC). To register your attendance for the day, make sure you have submitted the Year 7 Band Scholarship Application form.
Please note: Your application for the Scholarship Program does not need to be confirmed until the conclusion of the trial day, so even if you are not sure of the commitment, it is recommended that you apply and attend the trial day before making a final decision. Non-scholarship options will also be discussed at the Year 6 Instrumental Trial Day.
Already a La Salle College student?
Year 8 – 12 Instrumental Tuition
For students in Year 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, our music elective course opens doors to the rich world of music. Beyond exploration, students have the option to delve deeper by studying an instrument in private lessons, guided by our seasoned tutors. Previous musical experience is required, and active participation in the respective year group band, or co-curricular ensemble is compulsory. The commitment is for one year, with the option to extend the musical journey in subsequent years.
Please note, lessons are not subsidised unless they have auditioned for and achieved a Year 9-12 Scholarship.
For further details or enrolment, click on the links provided below.
Ensemble Participation
Both the Year 7 Band Scholarship and Private Instrumental Tuition pathways require students to be part of our vibrant College ensembles.
In Year 7, the required ensemble is Year 7 Band which rehearses on Thursdays from 3.30pm – 4.30pm, (vocalists are also required to participate in College Choir). Whilst the majority of our ensembles require students to also be enrolled in instrumental lessons and in some cases, Music Allegro Course electives, there are some ensembles that students may join with no pre-requisites. These include the College Choir and Liturgy Ensemble.
Join us on the musical journey at La Salle College and watch your child’s talents flourish. For more information, please contact our Director of Music, Ms. Samantha Ashman by email
