What is R.A.C.E. Music?
R.A.C.E. Music is a specialised course designed for students who possess exceptional natural talent in music. This course offers students valuable connections to industry professionals, both locally and nationally, providing clear pathways to pursue careers in music. Through R.A.C.E. Music, students can further hone their practical and creative abilities, confidently expressing their musical intellect alongside like-minded peers. Activities include rehearsing, collaborating with music experts, performing and recording repertoire in a professional recording studio, composing music, and critically analysing a wide range of musical styles and contexts.
Who can take part?
R.A.C.E. Music is open to students from Year 5 to Year 12 who demonstrate a high level of musical ability in the application and audition process. In addition to enrolling in the R.A.C.E. Music course, students should also select classroom Music as an elective subject.
What does the course look like?
The course is designed to enhance students' performance techniques, skills and understanding of music. Students will learn how to prepare and present both solo and ensemble performances on stage. Each year will conclude with students working in a recording studio setting to produce a recording project. Overtime, students will build on previously developed skills, progressing to more advanced stage performances and recording projects. (Please note, students must be enrolled at Redlynch State College for their Junior Secondary schooling years.) This is a unique opportunity offered to Junior Secondary students in Cairns, the rare opportunity to fully develop their musical talents from an early age.