Scholarships and Awards

Music (Age 11+, 13+ and 16+ Entry)

(Making Musicians Scholarship Programme)

Music Awards: Music Scholars and Exhibitioners

The School offers talented musicians the opportunity to receive an annual subsidy towards the payment of music lessons, whether instrumental or voice. The award of a Music Scholarship also offers the opportunity to benefit from performance and workshop opportunities and tailored trips.  Scholars are expected to make a significant contribution to the musical life of Norwich School and to set an example by their standards of musicianship and their commitment to school music.

All Scholars (L4 – U6) are offered musicianship training to develop their core skills (including aural, theory, sight-singing, performance practice, history). Scholars would also be involved in events such as informal concerts at the Great Hospital, provide leadership in music ensembles throughout the school, and play a key role in a series of recitals and workshops throughout the year. Specialist performance coaching and preparation is offered with outstanding accompanists allowing scholars to flourish on their instrument. Masterclasses, workshops and trips to London are also offered to scholars & exhibitioners.

There is an expectation that scholars and exhibitioners take part in a minimum of two ensembles, showing leadership and service by attending weekly rehearsals, supporting other pupils in the school and assisting the Music Staff with rehearsal and concert preparation. Some involvement in choral singing is expected throughout the year and scholars should act as role models for other pupils in the Music Department.

Requirements

Candidates will usually be expected to be proficient on two instruments (or voice). However, those who can demonstrate exceptional ability on one instrument will be considered. In the event of being successful, those entering Lower 4 and Lower 5 who play one instrument would be required to take up a second. 

Performance Standards 

Expected standards are as follows: 

Lower 4 

• For pupils currently in Year 6 (Norwich School Upper 3) entering Year 7 (Lower 4), a standard equivalent to Grade 4 on the principal instrument. 

 Lower  5 

• For pupils currently in Year 8 (Norwich School Form U4) entering Year 9 (Lower 5), a standard equivalent to Grade 5 - 6 on the principal instrument. 

 Lower  6 

• For pupils currently in Year 11 (Norwich School Form U5) entering Lower Sixth, a standard equivalent to Grade 7 – 8 on the principal instrument.

Examinations need not have been taken. Music staff are always happy to offer guidance as to the suitability of a candidate. 

Auditions

All pupils entering at 11+, 13+ or Sixth form. The applicant’s ability is assessed by the Music Staff at an audition.

Candidates will be required to perform on two instruments (or one if applicable) and prepare two pieces on each instrument (including voice for those applying as a singer). Auditions will include aural tests, musical questions on theory and style as well as a short sight reading exercise.