Instrumental music
The Instrumental Music Program at Queensland Academy of Science Mathematics and Technology (QASMT) offers a place for every student regardless of ability or background. We offer tailored experiences across group lessons and ensembles.
The Program is an ensemble-based, co-curricular program that offers students a variety of ensembles to suit their playing ability. Students are offered places in higher ensembles through auditions and selection process by Instrumental Music teachers.
Ensembles
SMT provides ensemble opportunities for the following instruments:
String Ensembles: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass
Woodwind and Brass: Flute, Piccolo, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Euphonium, Trombone, Tuba, Cornet, Bass Guitar.
Percussion: Orchestral: Tuned, Untuned
Keyboard: Accompanying opportunities (Ensembles).
Current Ensembles
Chamber Strings
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Curlew Ensemble | Wind Ensemble I | Serenata Symphony (Orchestra)
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Chamber Strings | Wind Ensemble II
| Extension activities - Rock Bands, Jazz Combos, String Quartets |
Lyrebird Ensemble
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Prestissimo! Ensemble
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Serenata Strings
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Vivaldi Strings
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Group lessons
Instrumental Music lessons are offered for 30-35 minutes per week on a rotation timetable so students do not miss out on the same subject class each week. Our teachers offer a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to inspire a sequential development of skills and nurture growth. The Department of Education Instrumental Music curriculum includes band and orchestral instruments, organised in families, or strands. There are limited instruments owned by the school that can be loaned depending on availability.
Years 7 – 10 Students: Lessons take place during the school day and students leave class to attend their music lesson
Years 11 – 12 Students: Lessons take place outside of their timetable class time by negotiation.
Opportunities
Students are offered opportunities throughout the year including:
- Evening and lunchtime concerts.
- Performances at assemblies and at special events.
- Professional standard conducting and tutoring sessions.
- Competitions and Festivals (e.g. Fanfare 2026)
- Workshops and Masterclasses.