Music Ensembles at MLMC
MLMC students have the privilege of joining an Ensemble of their choice. The College offers ensembles in A Capella (junior and senior), choir, guitar, jazz band and strings (violin). The College has kindly offered to pay for ALL ensemble rehearsals making it a little easier on families in the long run. In return, it is expected that all our students who get involved in an ensemble, attend their weekly rehearsal as well as attend and perform at all College Concerts, Liturgies, Masses and Music Nights as required by the Music Department.
Ensemble playing gives our students the opportunity to learn a vast array of repertoire while experiencing the sound of a full band ensemble. Students involved in a music ensemble get a sense of accomplishment, companionship and self-esteem. Students also learn from each other and are motivated by those who are more advanced. Our students use and expand upon the techniques learned in private lessons. Musical concepts learned include:
- blending and balancing individual parts within an ensemble
- playing in tune and intonation tendencies of the instrument
- mastering complex rhythms between voices
- following a conductor
- performance etiquette.
Other Benefits include:
- meet like-minded people of a similar standard and age
- learn to read a music score in parts
- increase your Practice Schedule so you don't let down the band
- master your instrument (or voice, if joining Choir)
- rehearse with a professional conductor
- improve your self confidence
- build a performance portfolio (this can be useful if you are applying for further education in the field of music)
- get friends and families involved in your music education
- perform with your group
- perform exciting pieces written for ensembles
- have fun!
Note: Students wanting to join an ensemble DO NOT need to sign up for Private One-to-One Instrumental Music Lessons. Our door is always open to ALL enthusiastic and hardworking students who have musical talent wishing to share this with our College ensembles.
Ensemble Rehearsal Days
- String Ensemble (Monday lunchtimes)
- Senior A Capella Ensemble (Tuesday lunchtimes)
- Junior A Capella Ensemble (Wednesday lunchtimes)
- Guitar Ensemble (Wednesday lunchtimes)
- Choir (Thursday 3.30 to 5.00pm)
- Jazz Ensemble (Thursday 3.30 to 5.00pm)
