Music

MUSIC PROGRAMME

BSAK has the only music department in Abu Dhabi offering tuition across the complete range of orchestral instruments from a dedicated full-time music staff.

Music students excel at BSAK, typically achieving high grades impressively in the ABRSM music examination, with an average score of 124/150, far exceeding the global average of 118/150. In 2020 three BSAK students were crowned the winner of their category in the BSME Young Musician of the Gulf (YMoG) competition. Our Funky Brass Band also reached the final of the large ensemble category.

Expectations The BSAK Scholars Programme exists not only to support and enhance the education of the most gifted, but also so that scholars may enrich the learning environment at BSAK for the benefit of others. For a Music Scholar this might mean taking a leading role in a number of school ensembles, or setting a good example of attitude and showing outstanding commitment to instrumental practice and self-improvement. In other words, we are looking for capable and talented ambassadors of music. All scholars will be expected to sing in at least one of the School Choirs to enhance their note and sight-reading ability.

Benefits • T uition and guidance from some of the best instrumental teachers in the Middle East • Access to a wide range of co-curricular ensembles • A tailor ed programme of enrichment and development and regular Scholars Talks • A dedicated music mentor to oversee each individual’s progress and musical commitments • A wide variety of r egular performance opportunities

Criteria and Assessment Years 5-6 Equivalent to ABRSM/T rinity Grade 4-5 on main instrument Years 7-9 Equivalent to ABRSM/Trinity Grade 5-6 on main instrument Years 10-11 Equivalent to ABRSM/T rinity Grade 6-7 on main instrument Sixth Form Equivalent to ABRSM/Trinity Grade 8+ on main instrument

Selection Students who can show outstanding potential on one or more instruments are encouraged to apply. Students must submit an application form which includes an academic report and a reference from their current instrumental teacher(s). Short-listed candidates will be given an audition including performance on their instrument(s) and sight-reading their main instrument. Applicants should offer two contrasting pieces if offering one instrument, or one piece on each instrument if offering two instruments. Students will also have an interview with the Director of Music.

Music Scholar Application