The Music Department offers a tremendous variety of musical experiences, both inside the classroom and through an extensive extra-curricular programme. "Music for All" is our catchword and we encourage students to develop theirperforming skills on an instrument taught by one of our thirteen peripatetic staff, join in on eof junior ensembles, or sing in the choir. During the first three years all pupils undertake a course that is based upon National Curriculum guidelines with work being topic-centred. Students learn about composing and appraising through listening and performing Music Technology.

A wide range of instruments is available for classwork including seventeen computers. There are numerous opportunities for formal and informal concerts, workshops and trips and we are often asked to provide music for charity events and other entertainment. Our reputation for quality music-making is known county-wide. Senior musicians are invited to go on a European tour and exam candidates benefit from weekend courses.

A handout giving an outline of extra-curricular activities available to all youngsters is given out at the start of the year.