Music Concentration Program

Royal Vale offers a unique music program to students who are interested in learning and performing on a musical instrument.  In the Music Concentration Program, we provide students with the exciting opportunity to take part in theoretical and practical lessons during their regular curriculum.  Students who take part in this program benefit from almost daily music lessons from two qualified music teachers.  The study of music is beneficial for students on many levels and can create a positive effect on students’ overall academics.  This program will allow students to develop the skills and musical knowledge that are required to perform in a group setting, as a solo instrumentalist as well as to create and appreciate musical works along a broad spectrum of styles. No musical experience required for Secondary 1 students.

The Music Concentration Option has 4 main objectives:

• Provide students with high quality music education that allows them to learn and perform musical works on wind, brass and percussion instruments
• Teach students the importance of practice and commitment to a musical ensemble when learning to play an instrument
• Allow students to develop the skills and music knowledge that are required when learning to create musical works
• Teach the value of cooperation and team work when performing as a class

What does the program offer?

• Five periods of Music classes over a six day cycle
• Excursion and field trips to various concerts and performances
• Participation in the RVS Band with the opportunity to perform for the school and public
• Participation in the after-school program and/or rehearsals for school concerts and events
• Opportunity to learn from professional musicians in the local musical community