St Leonard's College | Independent School Melbourne

Our diverse range of St Leonard’s College string orchestras, spanning Year 3 to 12, offers a rich musical journey for students passionate about orchestral performance.”
String Maestros:
A perfect starting point, String Maestros welcomes students in Prep to Year 4 to embark on their orchestral adventure. 
Power Strings:
Designed for students in Years 5 to 7, Power Strings focuses on developing ensemble skills and exploring a variety of musical styles. 
Year 7 Beginner Strings:
Open to Year 7 students beginning their journey with a string instrument, this ensemble lays the foundation for future musical exploration. 
Middle School String Orchestra:
For students in Years 6 to 9 with more experience in technique and ensemble skills, it builds students’ proficiency in a collaborative setting. 
Chamber Strings:
An auditioned ensemble for advanced string players, Chamber Strings explores challenging repertoire, pushing the boundaries of musical expression. 
St Leonard’s Symphony Orchestra (SLSO):
Open to players in Years 9 to 12, with advanced students in Years 7 and 8 invited to audition, SLSO embraces a wide variety of repertoire. From major works to film music and contemporary styles, this ensemble offers a symphonic journey like no other. 
String Ensembles in the Music Curriculum:
Our commitment to orchestral excellence extends to the music curriculum, with string orchestras at various levels including: 
  • Year 4 String Orchestra 
  • Year 5 Practised Strings 
  • Year 6 Practised Strings 
  • Year 7 Practised Strings 
At St Leonard’s College, our orchestral music program builds musical mastery and artistic expression, and creates lifelong memories.