General Information
Discontinuing lessons: A full term’s notice (in writing to Mrs Penny: bp@westerford.co.za) is required should a pupil wish to discontinue lessons. Please copy in Mrs Williams (finance office) kw@westerford.co.za
Making Music a Subject
Westerford offers Music as an examination subject from Grade 8 – 12. There are two main components, practical lessons (taught individually) and theory/history of music (taught in classes). Although, Westerford specialises in Western music, we do cover other styles, including Jazz and Rock.
To study music as a subject in Gr 8
It is advisable (but not essential) to be Gr 2 level (practical and theory). If you are not Gr 2 level yet, you will be assessed and we will advise you on what is best for you. Usually, the Gr 8 theory class is split, which allows pupils who have done lots of theory to work in a group and others who have done little or no theory to work together. Each group has their own teacher.
We cannot accommodate beginner pianists as a 1st or only instrument. Subject music pupils learning the piano as a 1st instrument must have a piano at home. (Electric keyboards are considered a separate instrument, in which we are not able to offer tuition).
Non-Subject Music: Westerford offers non-subject music lessons from Grade 8 – 12. The provision of lessons for subject music pupils takes precedence over that of non-subject pupils.
External Music Examinations
We encourage pupils to enter for external practical and theory examinations such as those offered by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, UNISA and Trinity Guildhall.
