Brighton Secondary School is one of four Special Interest Music schools in Adelaide and is recognised nationally and internationally as one of the strongest music programs in South Australia.
We have a dedicated music centre, established in 1976, that supports the learning of our choirs and instrumental ensembles that are the heart of music-making at Brighton.
The school provides a wide variety of ensemble experiences including orchestras, concert bands, big bands, performance choirs, small ensembles, chamber groups and percussion ensembles.
Ensemble experiences include:
- ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day ceremonies
- Generations in Jazz in Mount Gambier
- Adelaide Choral Eisteddfod
- Symphony by the Sea
- ABODA South Australian Band Festival
- Assisting artists for the Primary Schools Music Festival
- Percussion Showcase
- Jazz in the Quad
- Sunset Serenade
- Regional music tours
- International music tours
The Special Interest Music program offers unique opportunities for the study of music at secondary level through specialised staffing and resources. The following components form the basis of the music curriculum for all music students:
- solo performance
- musicianship
- history and analysis
- music technology
- instrumental tuition
- ensemble performance
- composition
- choral training.
For more details on all Music subjects and curriculum please see the Music Centre website.
Successful applicants into the Special Interest Music program will receive the following benefits:
- Right of entry into Brighton Secondary School from out of zone.
- Reimbursement of tuition fees up to $459.00 per year for study of one instrument with a private teacher (conditions apply).
- The opportunity to study music with students who have similar interests, abilities and passion.
