Peripatetic Music Programme

Application form 26/27

BGS offers a co-curricular programme of instrumental music lessons. Students of all musical abilities can avail of lessons during the school day, delivered by fully qualified music teachers, eliminating the need for after-school tuition. Lessons can support students preparing for music examinations or those who simply wish to play for enjoyment. Tuition is currently available in Piano, Strings, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, and Voice. 
If a student is interested in learning an instrument not currently listed, families are encouraged to express their interest by contacting the Music Co-ordinator, Laura Power, at lpower@bgsmail.ie. Where there is sufficient demand, the school will endeavour to accommodate requests by engaging additional teachers over the summer period. 
The fee for individual instrumental lessons is €425 per half-year. Students receive one 40-minute lesson each week.

Lessons

• Lessons are mostly taught during school hours and every effort is made to reduce disruption to academic work. Some teachers may be able to offer lessons before or after school, but this cannot be guaranteed and depends on the individual teacher.
• Pupils are excused for one 40-minute lesson per week on a rotational basis.
• Notice of each lesson is given in advance by way of a posted timetable on the music notice board. This timetable is shared weekly on Microsoft Teams App. Pupils are REQUIRED to check their lesson time each week.
• Lessons missed by the student will not be made up and will be charged for.
• If an instrumental teacher is absent from the school, they will reschedule their lesson with the student.
• Classroom teachers are notified of the student’s absence from class through the VSWare system.
• Our teachers make every effort to be as flexible as possible. Students can communicate with the teachers through Microsoft Teams App to make a request to reschedule. All messages to and from teachers and students should be within working hours where possible.

Cancellation of Lessons

• Cancellation must be given in writing to the Music Department at lpower@bgsmail.ie at least six weeks in advance. Fees are payable in full during this six-week period.

Multiple Applications

• To apply for more than one instrument, you must fill out a new application form for each instrument.

Insurance

• The school does not insure privately owned instruments. Parents are strongly advised to make sure that they have adequate insurance cover.
• The school does not accept responsibility for instruments damaged or stolen.

Peripatetic Music Application Form

Music Teachers