Working in Ensembles

Engaging with an ensemble is also an important part of the performance programme. Across the school various choirs, bands, the Orchestra and ensembles provide the opportunity for students to learn techniques in working together. There is also a Year 5 to Year 8 Preparatory Band and Preparatory Orchestra. Opportunities are also provided for students to perform with professional musicians, and in recent years these concerts have included performances by Paulini and James Morrison.

Ensembles currently operating at Macarthur include:

Choir: Infants School, Junior School, Middle School and Senior School, Junior School Vocal Ensemble, Middle School and Senior School Vocal Ensemble

Orchestra: String Orchestra, Orchestra, Training Orchestra

Band: Stage Band, Concert Band, Training Band

Other Ensembles: Brass Quintet, String Quartet, Middle School String Quartet, Woodwind Quintet, String Trio, Pipe and Drum Band

The range of ensembles may change from year to year depending upon the interest of the students.