Music Program
Kinross College run a contemporary music program which consists of the following opportunities for students:
- Music Creator (elective class) open to all
- Music Academy (specialist class) – Students apply for this program and are selected through an audition process.
- Instrumental program – On offer to all students. Compulsory element for Music Academy students. Two options offered through:
- Instrumental Music School Services or
- Forte School of Music
- Ensembles – compulsory for all music academy students:
- Junior Contemporary ensemble (Year 7’s & 8’s)
- Senior Contemporary ensemble (Year 9’s & 10’s)
- Vocal Ensemble
- Guitar Ensemble
Contact the Music Program Coordinator.

Music Academy Expression of Interest for Incoming Students – 2026
Please complete and submit the form below PRIOR to auditions.
Once you have submitted your application, you will be given a specific timeslot prior to the audition. (Auditions will run for approximately 10 minutes). Students who are unable to attend will have an option to submit a video audition. For further details, please contact the Music Coordinator.
Audition Requirements
The audition will consist of the following:
- Perform a prepared piece of music on your chosen instrument (2-3 minutes long). Vocalists may use a backing track or have an accompanist on an instrument to perform with but is not necessary.
- General music knowledge questions covering; pitch (note names), dynamics (p, mp, mf, f, ff) and rhythms.
- Aural listening test; students will be asked to listen and respond to basic pitch recognition and rhythmic patterns (clapping and playing patterns back).
Instruments
Students will be required to bring their own instruments. Electric and bass guitarists will be provided with a lead (cable) and amp. There will also be a drum kit available for students auditioning on drums.
MUSIC AUDITIONS 1
We are excited to announce that applications for our Music auditions 1 will open on Wednesday 28 May at 3:00pm – 5:30pm and will close on Friday 23 May at 4:00pm.
Please submit your expression of interest within the specified dates to be considered for selection.
MUSIC AUDITIONS 2
We are excited to announce that applications for our Music auditions 2 will open on Wednesday 4 June at 3:00pm – 5:30pm and will close on Friday 30 May at 4:00pm.
Please submit your expression of interest within the specified dates to be considered for selection.
Instrumental Music School Services
Only to be completed if choosing IMSS in 2026
IMSS provides instrumental music services to more than 450 public primary and secondary schools, reaching more than 15,000 students from Years 3 to 12. In addition to weekly small group instrumental lessons, students have opportunities to participate in enrichment music activities which combine students working collaboratively across year levels and with students from other schools.
More information is available on the Department of Education website.