Senior Drum Corp The Drum Corps is one of our dynamic ensemble groups. It enables students to explore the art of playing together different rhythmic patterns on a variety of drums. The ensemble is designed for students who love rhythm, beginners and rhythmically competent students. Students will be given an opportunity to play a range of popular rhythmic patterns, often experimenting with different styles to create a unique performance work. The Drum Corps performs at special College functions, Awards Night and at the Valedictory Dinner. In the past they have performed at the Oil and Gas Conference and with the Wanneroo Pipe Band.  The Senior Drum Corps rehearses on Wednesday Mornings, 7:45-8:45am. Senior Concert Band The Concert Band is one of the staple bands at Swan Christian College. It aims to develop the fine tone, musicianship and ensemble skills that are required to create a ‘mint’ ensemble. Students at different year levels, (including special dispensation Year 6 students), who play a woodwind, brass, guitar, bass guitar, keyboard or percussion instruments are encouraged to come along and are welcome to join at any time. The band explores playing a variety of styles, including theme songs from film and stage shows, to excerpts from symphonic pieces and arrangements of rock and popular music. The aim is to meet the needs of different music skill levels and students will develop their confidence very quickly. The Senior Concert Band rehearses on Wednesday Afternoons, 3:30-4:30pm. Jazz Band This talented group of musicians who enjoy ‘all that jazz’ as their main repertoire have fun exploring other sub-genres, jazz standards, jazz fusion, cool jazz, swing and some hard be-bop, because as jazz artists they are constantly improvising and looking for ways to expand the sounds and rhythms of jazz. Performance is the name of their game. If you have a flair for improvising and can play a jazz instrument, come along! We encourage students who have experience playing the piano, drums, guitar, bass guitar, saxophone, trombone, trumpet and even a woodwind instrument to meet with our Jazz band conductor.  The Jazz band has many opportunities to perform both in school, and in the community throughout the year. The Jazz Band rehearses on Thursday Afternoons, 3:30-4:30pm. Senior String Ensemble The Senior String Ensemble comprises the many talented string players from across the senior school campus. This group not only rehearses and performs diligently throughout the school year for numerous school events, it is also a springboard to young string players into external string communities such as the dynamic and well-known Western Australian Youth Orchestra (WAYO). To take part in the Senior String Ensemble, it is necessary to have a solid knowledge and practical skill on your chosen string instrument: violin, viola, or cello. Double basses are also welcome! The Senior String Ensemble rehearses on Friday Mornings, 7:45-8:45am. Swan Song This is a vocal ensemble for all Senior School students who would like to give singing in a group a try. We work on repertoire that is fun and exciting, but also provide a challenge as we endeavour to add some harmonies and counterpoint and sing in a wide variety of styles. We sing contemporary songs that can be heard on the radio alongside songs that have a ‘contemporary worship’ or hymnal background style as well as beautiful classics. All students are invited to participate. The Swan Song Choir rehearses on Friday Mornings, 8:00-8:45am. Praise Crew The Praise Crew is the Senior School Worship Band, performing contemporary Christian music for Year 7/8 Worship Services, bi-termly. This band practise contemporary Christian music, as well as band member choices to hone their personal instrumental and group band skills throughout the year. The more people, the bigger the sound! The Praise Crew look for piano players, guitar and bass guitarists, drummers, all front-line instruments, and vocalists. Pop in, join up, and have fun bringing music to the school and to our God! The Praise Crew rehearses on Tuesday Mornings, 8:00-8:45am. Private Instrumental Tuition Program Private music tuition is available for Brass (trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba), Drums, Guitar, Piano and Keyboard, Violin, Cello, Viola, Vocal, and Woodwind (Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone). The Instrument Application Form is available online at swan.wa.edu.au. The program enables students to become actively involved in learning an instrument with specialist music teachers. There are opportunities for students to perform both individually or in a group, at either small evening gatherings, to encourage confidence in our learners, or in significant concerts for large audiences. We have a major Music Evening for our private music students in the second half of the year, showcasing achievements and progress. Instruments for Hire The College has the following instruments available for hire: trumpet, trombone, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, cello, flute, violin, viola, and clarinet. The Instrument Hire Form is available in the Music Resources section of our website. Music Resources Please click here to access all Music Resources.