Music is one part of the total education of every child. The task of the school is to present the opportunity for every child to learn to understand the contribution music makes to his/her life. The aim of music education in the primary school is to nourish the artist that is present to some degree in every child.
This can be achieved through the development of the child's awareness of music, response to music and capacity to express themselves in music. Achieving this aim involves developing the following:
- An understanding of a sensitivity to one's self
- an understanding of and sensitivity to, the Environment and Society
- Relevant knowledge and skills and their understanding
The music program at Glass House Mountains State School provides the opportunity for students to become competent at the following activities:
- Singing - in the classroom
- Playing - classroom instrument and the Instrumental Music Program
- Inventing and listening to music