Saturday Music Classes
Ensemble Classes
We are introducing new ensembles at SMC – a beginner ensemble class for all Year 1 Instrument Programme pupils and more advanced ensembles according to demand.
We strongly recommend these for any pupil who learns an instrument and would encourage all children attending SMC to join one of our ensembles from their second term of learning onwards.
Playing in an ensemble is a rewarding and enriching musical experience, and a wonderful way to enhance learning an instrument. Ensemble playing fosters a strong sense of community, which provides great motivation for learning and progress.
Playing in ensembles helps children to learn about teamwork and cooperation, and develops musical skills, improving rhythm, intonation and note reading. Children learn to listen attentively, blend their sound with others and follow a conductor. They also gain exposure to different instruments, learn to appreciate the unique qualities of each and develop a deeper understanding and love for music.
Our Ensembles
- Beginner String Ensemble (violin, viola, cello)
- Beginner Woodwind Ensemble (recorder, flute, clarinet, saxophone)
- Beginner Mixed Instrument Ensemble (guitar, clarsach, accordion)
