AHOMINGS Research Project · 2017. 11. 3. · Total Respondents: 1,475 # List additional ensembles...

WHY I LOVE MUSIC? the amazing power it has on our students

AHOMINGS Research Project

Brad Merrick - PhD [email protected]

@bradmerrick www.bradmerrick.com

Online Survey - Anonymous 1475 participants

Undertaken across 25 South Australian Independent Schools

mailto:[email protected]

Survey Design

Why Music?

What makes them engaged?

Practice Parents

Teachers Connection

Environment Friends

Ensembles

Putting the ensemble together

The performers

Their roles and the parts they played • Experience • Age • Instruments • Practice • Their journey • Ensembles and passion • How did they learn their instrument? • Influences

Q3 What is your current year level?

Answered: 1,459 Skipped: 16

17.41%

254

18.51%

270

20.29%

296

18.30%

267

12.89%

188

12.75%

186

1,459

7 8 9 10 11 12

year

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

7 8 9 10 11 12 Total Respondents

year

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017The year levels of the students

Q2 Please select your age below.


18.74%

273

19.15%

279

18.81%

274

18.46%

269

13.93%

203

10.43%

152

0.48%

7

1,457

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

age

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Total

age

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017The ages of the participants

Range of Instruments 11.59% 171

0.61% 9

9.69% 143

13.29% 196

0.68% 10

0.27% 4

5.83% 86

0.47% 7

1.76% 26

8.68% 128

9.49% 140

2.03% 30

4.61% 68

1.08% 16

4.34% 64

18.58% 274

9.83% 145

6.98% 103

35.19% 519

36.75% 542

6.24% 92

6.17% 91

Total Respondents: 1,475

# Other (please specify) Date

1 Music theory 3/28/2017 2:20 AM

2 tenor drums 3/26/2017 1:43 PM

3 bagpipes 3/24/2017 10:47 AM

4 ocarina 3/24/2017 3:49 AM

5 Bagpipes 3/23/2017 1:51 AM

6 Snare drum (Caledonian band) 3/22/2017 10:28 AM

7 Bagpipes 3/22/2017 9:05 AM

8 Bagpipes 3/22/2017 7:20 AM

9 Bagpipes 3/22/2017 6:59 AM

10 Handbells 3/22/2017 4:37 AM

Other (please

specify)

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Answer Choices Responses

Flute

Oboe

Clarinet

Saxophone

Bassoon

Tuba

Trombone

Baritone

French Horn

Trumpet

Violin

Viola

Cello

Double Bass

Electric bass

Guitar

Drumkit

Percussion

Voice

Piano

Instrument from a culture (eg, Ukelele, Recorder, Accordian)

Other (please specify)

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017

Instrument Type

50.00%

2

25.00%

1

25.00%

1

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

4

0.00%

0

50.00%

1

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

50.00%

1

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

2

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

100.00%

1

0.00%

0

0.00%

0

1

Type of lesson

78.66%

1,124

15.26%

218

6.09%

87

1,429

48.02%

389

23.95%

194

28.02%

227

810

33.82%

117

18.50%

64

47.69%

165

346

Type of lesson

At school Outside of school Self taught

Instrument 1

Instrument 2

Instrument 3

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Brass Woodwind String Percussion Guitar/Bass Musicianship Piano/Keyboard Voice Other

culture

Total

Instrument

1

Instrument

2

Instrument

3

At school Outside of school Self taught Total

Instrument 1

Instrument 2

Instrument 3

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Where are they learning music?

24.88% 367

32.34% 477

24.95% 368

12.88% 190

4.95% 73

Q8 Outside of school, how many hours of

private instrumental practice would you do

every week ?


Total 1,475

< 1 hr

1-2 hrs

2-4 hrs

4-6 hrs

7 hrs or more

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


< 1 hr

1-2 hrs

2-4 hrs

4-6 hrs

7 hrs or more

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017How many hours of practice the students do outside of school

8.00% 118

44.14% 651

27.53% 406

45.08% 665

13.15% 194

12.81% 189

5.22% 77

11.80% 174

5.08% 75

Q9 What co-curricular ensembles are you

currently performing in at your school?


Total Respondents: 1,475

# List additional ensembles here Date

1 Guitar Ensemble 3/28/2017 2:43 PM

2 none ;) 3/28/2017 2:20 AM

3 worship band 3/28/2017 1:48 AM

4 Girls Vocal Ensemble 3/28/2017 1:11 AM

5 Jazz band 3/26/2017 12:31 PM

Wind Bands

Concert Bands

Stage Bands

Choirs

Orchestras

String

Ensembles

Percussion

Ensembles

Rock Bands

Other

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Wind Bands

Concert Bands

Stage Bands

Choirs

Orchestras

String Ensembles

Percussion Ensembles

Rock Bands

Other

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017The range of ensembles the students are performing inmate their schools

Has an influence

89.52%

1,042

10.48%

122

1,164

87.40%

1,013

12.60%

146

1,159

75.61%

871

24.39%

281

1,152

50.13%

575

49.87%

572

1,147

69.60%

799

30.40%

349

1,148

80.64%

929

19.36%

223

1,152

Level of Influence

38.92%

441

49.07%

556

6.44%

73

5.56%

63

1,133

45.17%

510

39.42%

445

8.86%

100

6.55%

74

1,129

36.31%

398

38.05%

417

14.51%

159

11.13%

122

1,096

12.89%

135

34.57%

362

24.74%

259

27.79%

291

1,047

29.69%

321

36.08%

390

17.11%

185

17.11%

185

1,081

Level of Influence

High influence Some influence Hardly any influence No influence at all

The social

interaction

The

performance...

The conductor

The size of

the ensemble

The rehearsal

times

The quality of

the musicians

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Yes No Total

The social interaction

The performance opportunities

The conductor

The size of the ensemble

The rehearsal times

The quality of the musicians

High influence Some influence Hardly any influence No influence at all Total

The social interaction

The performance opportunities

The conductor

The size of the ensemble

The rehearsal times

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The factors that influence their involvement

Emotional - Social Growth

The hidden and important dimensions that emerged are so important in the lives of all

students.

Q12 Which of the following factors

contribute to your own personal growth,

while also allowing you to develop your

leadership and cooperative skills?


Level of contribution

90.39%

1,054

9.61%

112

1,166

62.99%

720

37.01%

423

1,143

83.84%

965

16.16%

186

1,151

71.73%

812

28.27%

320

1,132

64.98%

733

35.02%

395

1,128

80.82%

923

19.18%

219

1,142

25.09%

139

74.91%

415

554


Yes No

The

opportunity ...

The chance to

assist with ...

The

responsibili...

The profile

that being...

The profile

that being...

The regular

feedback,...

Other

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Yes No Total

The opportunity to work with like minded peers and teachers

The chance to assist with and contribute to the organisation of events

The responsibility that I am offered in my ensemble role

The profile that being involved provides in the school

The profile that being involved offers beyond my school

The regular feedback, affirmation and interaction that making music offers

Other

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Q12 Which of the following factors

contribute to your own personal growth,

while also allowing you to develop your

leadership and cooperative skills?



90.39%

1,054

9.61%

112

1,166

62.99%

720

37.01%

423

1,143

83.84%

965

16.16%

186

1,151

71.73%

812

28.27%

320

1,132

64.98%

733

35.02%

395

1,128

80.82%

923

19.18%

219

1,142

25.09%

139

74.91%

415

554


Yes No

The

opportunity ...

The chance to

assist with ...

The

responsibili...

The profile

that being...

The profile

that being...

The regular

feedback,...

Other

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Yes No Total

The opportunity to work with like minded peers and teachers

The chance to assist with and contribute to the organisation of events

The responsibility that I am offered in my ensemble role

The profile that being involved provides in the school

The profile that being involved offers beyond my school

The regular feedback, affirmation and interaction that making music offers

Other

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The unseen reasons behind their love of making music

The personal-social-emotional factors that are so important

Q13 If you selected "other" in Q12 above,

please explain type of other influence

briefly below.

Answered: 97 Skipped: 1,378

# Responses Date

1 I like to play the ocarina 3/24/2017 3:51 AM

2 Connections made with other musicians 3/22/2017 2:07 PM

3 The songs we play in the ensemble 3/22/2017 9:52 AM

4 doing what I love. 3/22/2017 8:53 AM

5 To be able to connect wit everyone and be included in something I like 3/22/2017 6:33 AM

6 The chance to improve my skills in a challenging and lively environment. 3/21/2017 3:57 PM

7 A long consistent break from study 3/21/2017 12:57 PM

8 The technical difficulty of the pieces allow me to firstly improve my own instrumental skills, and allow me to teach

others how to improve their playing. This improves my leadership skills.

3/21/2017 10:43 AM

9 Experience and knowledge of music to help with growth. 3/21/2017 10:04 AM

10 Friendships 3/21/2017 8:53 AM

11 Teaches me to read music 3/21/2017 8:43 AM

12 Type of music- both genre and pieces learnt 3/21/2017 8:36 AM

13 Pure love of the music and enjoyment of playing has a very high influence 3/21/2017 7:40 AM

14 I enjoy it. 3/21/2017 6:57 AM

15 I find it enjoyable learning and being able to play music. I find it relaxing and feels like I can accomplish things. 3/21/2017 4:40 AM

16 My love of music 3/21/2017 4:34 AM

17 the community 3/21/2017 2:25 AM

18 it makes me feel a part of something and also allows us all to mix with other girls from other year levels and also

mingle with other students from other schools when opportunities arise

3/21/2017 2:24 AM

19 Nil 3/21/2017 12:25 AM

20 Improving mental skills and health through music 3/20/2017 12:58 PM

21 The quality of the people involved 3/20/2017 7:41 AM

22 The Music we are playing 3/20/2017 7:33 AM

23 The conductor and my trumpet teacher have had a large influence on developing 3/20/2017 7:29 AM

24 The way the band members act towards the ensemble. 3/20/2017 7:23 AM

25 I enjoy music overall and the enjoyment is influential. 3/20/2017 7:22 AM

26 the joy of doing what I love 3/20/2017 7:05 AM

27 Being able to talk to others about personal improvement 3/20/2017 7:01 AM

28 The growth as a musician that results in an influence on my peers. 3/20/2017 6:18 AM

29 Playing for an audience 3/20/2017 6:15 AM

30 The songs we learn 3/20/2017 5:56 AM

31 my parents,teachers and friends 3/20/2017 5:11 AM

32 Friends 3/20/2017 4:51 AM

33 meeting new people and making connections 3/20/2017 2:04 AM

34 The co-opperation 3/18/2017 10:04 AM

35 It just makes me happy to be a part of it. 3/18/2017 9:37 AM

36 Opportunity to expand skills in an instrument/music in general 3/17/2017 4:53 PM

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37 being able to do something I'm passionate about 3/17/2017 12:45 PM

38 None 3/17/2017 9:40 AM

39 to further myself in music 3/17/2017 9:03 AM

40 development of skill 3/17/2017 7:43 AM

41 It is so much fun! 3/17/2017 7:40 AM

42 Social interaction with lots of different people whom I can learn from their unique gifts and talents 3/17/2017 6:48 AM

43 none 3/17/2017 3:53 AM

44 Everyone being good in playing their instrument in the band, makes me want to be as good too. 3/16/2017 11:30 AM

45 Being in a friendly environment where live music is played continuously and made by a range of different musicians 3/16/2017 7:09 AM

46 Being in an environment in which I am surrounded by live music all the time 3/16/2017 6:51 AM

47 the influence from my family seeing as they love listening to the music I play 3/16/2017 6:24 AM

48 Being able to enjoy and have fun during the time I spend at ensemble. 3/15/2017 2:16 PM

49 N/A 3/15/2017 11:40 AM

50 For the experience 3/15/2017 10:24 AM

51 making new friends 3/15/2017 8:46 AM

52 no 3/15/2017 3:19 AM

53 Meeting new people and making new friends!!! 3/15/2017 1:20 AM

54 No 3/14/2017 11:20 AM

55 I have many friends that are not into music like I am, so being part of the band allows me to be able to enjoy music

with people who also enjoy music, instead to people who don't really care. Also Generations in Jazz.

3/14/2017 9:50 AM

56 To be able to work with teachers on pieces of work to have more understanding. 3/14/2017 9:35 AM

57 Enjoying pieces/general love for the instrument 3/14/2017 7:13 AM

58 Personal growth and enjoyment 3/14/2017 6:39 AM

59 The creative freedom 3/14/2017 6:33 AM

60 the enjoyment i get is out of the activity 3/14/2017 6:27 AM

61 it is fun to play 3/14/2017 4:57 AM

62 Being able to hear great music. 3/14/2017 4:32 AM

63 N/A 3/13/2017 1:09 PM

64 Having 1 on 1 to improve Playing music at my level with my friends 3/13/2017 11:24 AM

65 The challenge 3/13/2017 8:51 AM

66 To improve and use my skill of playing m instrument and a chance to have some fun making music. 3/13/2017 5:24 AM

67 i contribute to church 3/13/2017 2:20 AM

68 - 3/12/2017 11:32 AM

69 people in the ensemble 3/11/2017 6:43 AM

70 The opportunities 3/11/2017 1:37 AM

71 Making friends and being able to contribute in school events. 3/10/2017 8:02 AM

72 N/A 3/10/2017 7:11 AM

73 Practicing music for a greater reason. I.e for a band 3/10/2017 4:06 AM

74 - 3/10/2017 2:30 AM

75 - 3/10/2017 12:59 AM

76 seeing friends and talking about how fun the lesson was or asking peers what note is that? 3/9/2017 1:33 PM

77 One of my best friends and I really enjoy singing together and joining these singing groups gives us more ideas on

how we can expand on our vocal abilities together

3/9/2017 10:21 AM

78 not choosen 3/9/2017 10:02 AM

79 N.A. 3/9/2017 9:19 AM

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Q17 My level of engagement in co-curricular

music is due to my love of 'making music'.

Answered: 874 Skipped: 601

2.86%

25

2.63%

23

2.52%

22

2.29%

20

4.69%

41

8.24%

72

7.55%

66

12.47%

109

15.79%

138

15.90%

139

25.06%

219

874

7.27

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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Love of making music

Q22 I find that performing on an instrument,

either solo or in an ensemble provides me

with a high level of enjoyment.


3.00%

26

1.61%

14

0.92%

8

2.19%

19

3.23%

28

6.11%

53

6.46%

56

11.65%

101

16.49%

143

18.11%

157

30.22%

262

867

8.71

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017Personal enjoyment

Q23 I feel that my participation in co-

curricular music contributes to my quality

of life.


4.37%

38

2.30%

20

2.07%

18

3.45%

30

6.21%

54

9.54%

83

8.39%

73

12.53%

109

14.71%

128

13.68%

119

22.76%

198

870

7.96

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017The impact of music of their quality of life


curricular music contributes to my overall

sense of well-being.


4.49%

39

1.96%

17

2.19%

19

3.11%

27

4.95%

43

10.82%

94

10.24%

89

14.04%

122

16.11%

140

12.31%

107

19.79%

172

869

6.87

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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AHOMINGS - Music Co Curricular Study 2017Contribution of music to their well-being


curricular music takes precious time away

from doing other things both at school and

outside of school.


12.20%

106

10.01%

87

10.59%

92

12.43%

108

7.71%

67

11.39%

99

7.36%

64

7.83%

68

7.25%

63

4.37%

38

8.86%

77

869

4.41

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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Does playing music impact other things they do at school?

0.617 <.001

0.613 <.001

0.548 <.001

0.566 <.001

0.515 <.001

17. My level of engagement in co-curricular music is due to my love of 'making music'.

Quality of Life

Wellbeing

Enjoyment

Identity

Confidence

The factors that intersect with their love of making music and are significant statistically

And the biggest and most powerful correlation…

0.866

Music contributes to my

overall sense of wellbeing

Music contributes to the

quality of my life P.<0001

Key factors

0.617 0.613

0.670 0.625

0.590 0.601

0.634 0.589

0.749 0.781

0.570 0.578

0.604 0.614

Quality of Life Wellbeing

How do they feel about themselves? Really - key indicators are……

I can connect with others who have similar interests

because it gives me self-confidence

provides me with a high level of enjoyment.

music contributes to my overall identity

help me to be organised for other aspects of my schoolwork

provided me with the opportunity to develop leadership skills.

p<.001 for all of these correlations

My level of engagement in co-curricular music is due to my love of 'making music'.

Managing the team

Motivating the band

Influencing their gigs and performancesTheir lifelong passionPerception of their teachersPerceptions of their parentsPlaying music throughout their lives

Q32 I feel that the facilities and learning

environment in the Music Department at my

school supports my involvement in co-

curricular music.


0.46%

4

0.92%

8

1.73%

15

1.39%

12

3.23%

28

7.85%

68

5.20%

45

9.93%

86

15.47%

134

20.09%

174

33.72%

292

866

8.03

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted Average

Level

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Q33 I feel that the music staff encourage me

to actively participate in co-curricular

music.


0.81%

7

0.92%

8

1.27%

11

1.61%

14

2.42%

21

4.04%

35

5.42%

47

8.19%

71

14.07%

122

18.11%

157

43.14%

374

867

8.35

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10


Level

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Q34 Overall, I feel that the music staff and

ensemble directors have high expectations

when it comes to making music.


0.23%

2

0.70%

6

0.35%

3

1.39%

12

3.36%

29

5.56%

48

7.53%

65

11.82%

102

21.90%

189

18.31%

158

28.85%

249

863

8.03

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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Q32 I feel that the facilities and learning

environment in the Music Department at my

school supports my involvement in co-

curricular music.


0.46%

4

0.92%

8

1.73%

15

1.39%

12

3.23%

28

7.85%

68

5.20%

45

9.93%

86

15.47%

134

20.09%

174

33.72%

292

866

8.03

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10


Level

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Q33 I feel that the music staff encourage me

to actively participate in co-curricular

music.


0.81%

7

0.92%

8

1.27%

11

1.61%

14

2.42%

21

4.04%

35

5.42%

47

8.19%

71

14.07%

122

18.11%

157

43.14%

374

867

8.35

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10


Level

58 / 205


Q34 Overall, I feel that the music staff and

ensemble directors have high expectations

when it comes to making music.


0.23%

2

0.70%

6

0.35%

3

1.39%

12

3.36%

29

5.56%

48

7.53%

65

11.82%

102

21.90%

189

18.31%

158

28.85%

249

863

8.03

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Total Weighted

Average

Level

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Q37 I feel that my parents are really

supportive of my involvement in co-

curricular music.


0.81%

7

1.62%

14

0.93%

8

1.85%

16

1.74%

15

5.56%

48

4.28%

37

8.56%

74

14.24%

123

16.44%

142

43.98%

380

864

8.31

Level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10


Level

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Q43 I would like to continue playing

music after I have left school.


86.63%

745

14.88%

128

860

Yes No

Choice

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Yes No Total Respondents

Choice

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Q52 Which of the following co-curricular

activities do you look forward to the most in

the year? ( 5 would indicate your most

popular event, while a 1 would indicate

least popular).


Level of Popularity

41.17%

303

19.84%

146

15.22%

112

6.11%

45

17.66%

130

736

15.22%

98

19.72%

127

25.00%

161

11.49%

74

28.57%

184

644

8.95%

51

12.11%

69

22.28%

127

12.63%

72

44.04%

251

570

46.89%

347

21.08%

156

13.11%

97

8.11%

60

10.81%

80

740

33.51%

250

30.29%

226

20.51%

153

7.10%

53

8.58%

64

746

26.88%

200

26.21%

195

24.33%

181

9.95%

74

12.63%

94

744

35.17%

236

19.67%

132

16.69%

112

9.99%

67

18.48%

124

671

14.60%

94

15.22%

98

25.62%

165

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111

27.33%

176

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# Other activities Date

1 Junior School Events 3/28/2017 1:30 AM

2 Generations in Jazz (5) 3/22/2017 2:38 PM

3 generations in jazz (5) 3/22/2017 2:07 PM

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“Some comments from your performers”

355 I feel connected to music i get lost in it and that's a good feeling. 3/17/2017 1:19 PM

356 I think that being able to express yourself is something I find difficult, but through music I find it so easy to do so,

and I love seeing how much I have grown and matured as a musician and the idea of applying what I have learnt

with my experiences and to be able to learn from different people about how I can further improve the way I play is

very important. I love the freedom, yet the logical way music works, and the beautiful feeling of the finished product

of a polished performance.

3/17/2017 12:57 PM

357 I don't connect with other mediums as much as I do with music 3/17/2017 12:45 PM

358 I enjoy being able to express myself through my music 3/17/2017 12:04 PM

359 The feeling that you're part of something really cool that's NOW and real. 3/17/2017 11:39 AM

360 i enjoy playing music because it is relaxing yet very fun and makes me feel happy, i get to see my peers and

connect with others too

3/17/2017 11:34 AM

361 I enjoy making noise in a musical way since I am quite a quiet person and that I can reflect how I feel with music

and I also think this has a merger impact to my personality since it is a great part of my life that I have decided to

take responsibility for this to kind of take over my life

3/17/2017 11:09 AM

362 The social side of music is definitely one of my most enjoyed aspects. But I also really enjoy the challenge that

some band songs bring out, I especially like getting solos in band (though I rarely do). These experiences are

important because they are what makes up the course for me.

3/17/2017 11:01 AM

363 these are important experiences to me because when I do music I feel like I can just get away the frustrations and

anger inside of me and enjoy myself while being in a music opportunity.

3/17/2017 10:42 AM

364 The way different music makes you feel and how it can change your mood instantly. Participating in them gives me

a chance to enhance my knowledge of songs and enjoy them more.

3/17/2017 10:36 AM

365 Get a sense of responsibility in a team, and feel involved in a productive group. Also it's something to work at that's

not purely academic (as most things I work for are academic)

3/17/2017 10:22 AM

366 it helps me to express myself 3/17/2017 10:16 AM

367 I do like one on one guitar lessons, as you teacher can give you a different way to play a song. 3/17/2017 10:15 AM

368 I enjoy it because it inspires me, it is important to me because I can get away from everyday and focus on just this. 3/17/2017 9:55 AM

369 I most enjoy the fact of being able to play music for others to listen. Performing in front of others as part of a

musical ensemble and as a solo musician has helped me to gain confidence in being on a stage in front of people.

3/17/2017 9:52 AM

370 I love being aprt of a grouo who can make such amazing sounds out of an instrument 3/17/2017 9:42 AM

371 I enjoy the satisfaction of listening to my music I also find it relaxing 3/17/2017 9:23 AM

372 I can show the beauty of God through music and I enjoy expressing myself also. 3/17/2017 9:19 AM

373 Love the feeling of performing on stage and seeing the joy coming from the audience when I perform. 3/17/2017 9:17 AM

374 i most enjoy hearing the sounds and singing along to songs. its important to my personality because music makes

me happy.

3/17/2017 9:15 AM

375 - 3/17/2017 9:10 AM

376 Music really allows me to express myself and for me to come out of my comfort zone. I love the confidence it gives

me most

3/17/2017 8:40 AM

377 they give me something to look forward to 3/17/2017 8:34 AM

378 I love singing because it makes me feel really good and energetic. 3/17/2017 8:09 AM

379 the ability to create and develop skill. also a good use to find headspace after a stressful day. being able to share a

connection in terms of passion.

3/17/2017 7:58 AM

380 im not sure 3/17/2017 7:47 AM

381 the singing 3/17/2017 7:46 AM

382 becuase of the type of music involved and just socializing with others 3/17/2017 7:37 AM

383 Because it is a community of people from every year level 3/17/2017 7:36 AM

384 it think music helps me express my feelings and helps me have another thing to do when i am bored. 3/17/2017 7:35 AM

385 I find learning and successfully playing music is enjoyable and helps me achieve higher academic grades 3/17/2017 7:34 AM

386 No idea. Just good songs I guess. 3/17/2017 7:15 AM

387 Singing as a group and learning new songs. 3/17/2017 7:15 AM

388 i enjoy the different things you can do with music and how you can show different styles. The experiences I have

with music are always good and i always enjoy the,

3/17/2017 7:12 AM

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Q54 In your own words, describe what it is

about music that you most enjoy and why

these experiences you participate in are so

important to you personally.


# Responses Date

1 I enjoy the freedom and the relaxation that it provides. 3/28/2017 11:31 AM

2 I enjoy music alot because its fun to play around with my friends at band and to work together with them 3/28/2017 1:59 AM

3 Because I am a musical person and it is what I'd want to do with my life and I want to do as much as possible. 3/28/2017 1:30 AM

4 I enjoy working with others and meeting new people across year levels. I also enjoy playing different styles of

music and different pieces.

3/27/2017 9:29 AM

5 just creating something that other people can appreciate what your doing. 3/27/2017 7:23 AM

6 The feeling when you have finished and everyone is clapping and you are proud of what you did 3/27/2017 3:36 AM

7 I enjoy that the teachers are extremely enthusiastic to see you every lesson 3/27/2017 2:31 AM

8 i enjoy music because it's a way to loosen up and just have fun. 3/27/2017 2:22 AM

9 I enjoy showcases the group talent and forming friendships 3/27/2017 2:00 AM

10 Learning 3/27/2017 12:36 AM

11 i engoy playing because it expresses emotion 3/26/2017 12:41 PM

12 Being able to play an instrument. 3/25/2017 11:11 AM

13 I most enjoy playing and mastering music and it builds organisation 3/25/2017 11:08 AM

14 great 3/25/2017 7:06 AM

15 I love the way makes you feel alive 3/24/2017 10:53 AM

16 Doing it with friends 3/24/2017 2:55 AM

17 I enjoy music as it is a really important part in human life. 3/24/2017 1:54 AM

18 I enjoy listening to the rhythms and song pieces 3/23/2017 11:56 AM

19 The experiences and enjoyment of music is one of the best things that I have done during school. 3/23/2017 11:50 AM

20 I like how all of the older kids are really good and lead the younger students. 3/23/2017 11:22 AM

21 I like music because I enjoy it and it is relaxing. I like doing it with my friends 3/23/2017 8:54 AM

22 ? 3/23/2017 6:19 AM

23 My favourite part is meeting new people and learning new things to improve my skills. These things are important to

me because at a new and bigger school, its important to meet new people. I obviousy want to improve in my skills,

so learning new things will help this.

3/23/2017 5:37 AM

24 upbeat misic 3/23/2017 3:25 AM

25 - 3/23/2017 2:17 AM

26 Accomplishment of finishing a piece of music 3/23/2017 1:25 AM

27 I love the raw emotion that comes across in the music without any language needed. 3/22/2017 4:17 PM

28 I love getting to know people that play the same instrument. 3/22/2017 2:49 PM

29 Its a great environment with a bunch of students that have the same interests 3/22/2017 2:48 PM

30 Music is about connecting with others, joining together as a team and playing amazing music for people to enjoy

and love.

3/22/2017 2:38 PM

31 Because it is what I enjoy more than anything, and it just makes sense to me 3/22/2017 2:12 PM

32 I enjoy feeling like there is something that I can do and be a part of, and it is important because it helps me feel I

belong.

3/22/2017 2:10 PM

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33 i love the feeling of creating sound in an ensemble. Music is part of who i am its taught me confidence, teamwork,

leadership. Music is a way to express inner feelings that you cant always describe, which is why it is so important to

me.

3/22/2017 2:07 PM

34 idk I just like music 3/22/2017 1:53 PM

35 I like music because it makes me feel relaxed and the participation makes me a more of a social person. 3/22/2017 1:03 PM

36 I love music because of how it makes me feel and the experiences that music hands to me is so important because

when you perform you feel a sense of achievement.

3/22/2017 12:59 PM

37 the fact that you are not stuck with the same thing all the time 3/22/2017 12:38 PM

38 I just like playing my clarinet/piano. It kind of comes naturally. 3/22/2017 12:32 PM

39 music is important to me personally because it allow me to be more creative. 3/22/2017 12:20 PM

40 I like piano and musical because they are fun to socialise and learn more about the musical world 3/22/2017 11:41 AM

41 the vibe and the atmosphere which I play music in is very enjoyable 3/22/2017 11:39 AM

42 I LOVE how you can just play and tap on the keys or string the guitar and also music makes me calm so if I'm a bit

angry I sometimes listen to music and I love how you can always have the skill for the rest of your life!

3/22/2017 11:32 AM

43 I like making music for my own pleasure, as I just find it fun. I like having that ability and skill to make music 3/22/2017 11:01 AM

44 It is fun because you can learn new songs 3/22/2017 10:55 AM

45 I most enjoy the fact of how free the music that i do makes me feel so free. 3/22/2017 10:28 AM

46 I like being able to make music 3/22/2017 9:56 AM

47 I like playing my classical pieces 3/22/2017 9:19 AM

48 I LOVE singing. Im scared to sing infrount of big crowds but I'm working on it and think that I can sing if I

neeeeeddddd to. My idol is Melanie Martinez

3/22/2017 9:09 AM

49 I feel that thy music impacts me a lot and I enjoy it. 3/22/2017 8:01 AM

50 it is really fun and it puts me in a good moood it impacts me a lot 3/22/2017 8:01 AM

51 It gives me the chance to improve at something. 3/22/2017 7:56 AM

52 It provides a safe environment for me 3/22/2017 7:49 AM

53 The music program here at scotch is great. it provides you with many learning and performing opportunities. It

makes you grow as a person and a performer.

3/22/2017 7:26 AM

54 It has always been a big part of my life and something that I've done from a young age 3/22/2017 7:16 AM

55 I enjoy playing music and sharing my musical experiences with people who care. I also love to perform in front of a

croud and get enjoyment out of it.

3/22/2017 7:15 AM

56 being able to perform and create music bring me joy, so being involved in the performing arts program is something

important to me

3/22/2017 7:10 AM

57 I enjoy the sound and what I can do with it 3/22/2017 7:09 AM

58 The level of skill i develop 3/22/2017 7:09 AM

59 1 3/22/2017 7:05 AM

60 I love to sing, so being able to actually do that as a subject is amazing to me. I love the performances, to see all

your hard work in an end result.

3/22/2017 6:55 AM

61 In music I really just enjoy playing my instrument the most and its important to me because lots of my family

participated in music and I would like to continue with my music

3/22/2017 6:51 AM

62 I enjoy getting better, the sound and the people. They aren't important to my personality. 3/22/2017 6:32 AM

63 It is fun and nice to listen too 3/22/2017 6:18 AM

64 The part that I enjoy most about music is that fact that it gives me a way to express myself 3/22/2017 5:52 AM

65 I love music because it is extremely enjoyable to be with such talented people 3/22/2017 5:11 AM

66 to be able to play a variety of music 3/22/2017 5:11 AM

67 music is fun because we are pros 3/22/2017 5:01 AM

68 it sounds nice 3/22/2017 5:00 AM

69 the sense of wellbeing 3/22/2017 4:54 AM

70 sounds good. 3/22/2017 4:50 AM

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109 It helps me extend my skills as a musician but it is also the highlight of my year, to be a part of a production and to

see the final product come together with the help of the whole company. Choir gives me a time to sing and learn

more traditional methods of music and to be part of a group.

3/21/2017 12:16 PM

110 I like music because I enjoy performing and being on stage 3/21/2017 11:57 AM

111 The people I meet and the connection we make through the love of music. 3/21/2017 11:55 AM

112 Being able to re-create something you hear all the time on the radio is a good feeling 3/21/2017 11:51 AM

113 Friendships formed,different performances and the community are what I enjoy most. 3/21/2017 11:40 AM

114 I enjoy making music and my participation helps me to develop my skills and feel for music 3/21/2017 11:29 AM

115 I enjoy being able to express myself. This is important to my mental health. 3/21/2017 11:27 AM

116 I enjoy music because it keeps me calm and I am learning to do it well 3/21/2017 11:25 AM

117 I egnjoy see in g my friends I don't see alott 3/21/2017 11:21 AM

118 It is so much fun to be able to something that challenges you and let's you work with others. 3/21/2017 11:16 AM

119 I enjoy music so much because it is personal. Everyone can someway or another connect to music - connect to a

song lyric can connect to a choir piece. Music is the only thing that stays when everything else is gone and being

part of something so special at the school means so much.

3/21/2017 11:12 AM

120 I enjoy hearing the band play all together, it makes me determined to practice and also happy to hear how we

sound. It makes me want to practice and improve. Band is important to me because it is something that I'm good at

and am confident about.

3/21/2017 11:10 AM

121 It keeps me relaxed and happy. It makes me feel alive and when seeing the audience happy after performing, that

makes me happy!

3/21/2017 10:59 AM

122 I love music because it lets me express my emotions through one piece. I love solos and also working in

Orchestras because it gives me a opportunity to work hard and produce a wonder product. I am fortunate enough

to go to a very supportive school that can help me be the best I can and give me plenty of opportunities.

3/21/2017 10:57 AM

123 I love the ability to play music that has a direct emotional effect on others so I can see how it affects them. I have a

strong interest in psychology, so this works for me. I also like the feeling of relaxation playing music gives me- as

someone who is quite busy with extra events, I really need this time.

3/21/2017 10:55 AM

124 Well I mainly do it for fun, but I want to be successful. They are important to me because, I feel as if it is a part of

me.

3/21/2017 10:49 AM

125 My parents like it 3/21/2017 10:40 AM

126 It is important to me because I am able to play music with my friends. 3/21/2017 10:36 AM

127 Experince and skill 3/21/2017 10:35 AM

128 the rhythm 3/21/2017 10:27 AM

129 I love doing music, creating, it playing it. It's just such a big part of my life. I branches new friendships and

opportunities for the future. I know for sure that music is what I want to do.

3/21/2017 10:19 AM

130 It allows me to feel as though I have my own 'talent' and gives me the opportunity to share it with other girls and

boys with similar interests.

3/21/2017 10:15 AM

131 I really music because it really helps me think and forget about reality, just like art but in a hearing motion. 3/21/2017 10:15 AM

132 . . 3/21/2017 10:13 AM

133 i enjoy playing with others 3/21/2017 10:12 AM

134 The supporting teachers, the beautiful music, and the ensembles and performances I get to play in. 3/21/2017 10:12 AM

135 i enjoy playing new pieces and learning to play a song well and then performing it to people. i also enjoy creating

new songs.

3/21/2017 9:38 AM

136 I enjoy playing th Elia I because I get to play pieces that I really like and care about and can perform to others. It is

also nice to be able to hear a song and then learn to play it. I also enjoy the emotion of the pieces that I play. Ban

dis important to me because I enjoy playing with others as the piano is an individual instrument. I am looking

forward to generations as it is a lovely feeling to play with others and to all go a camp when we all have one thing in

common.

3/21/2017 9:31 AM

137 I love the excitement and challenge that comes from music. These are important to me as they allow me to stretch

my creative skills.

3/21/2017 9:16 AM

138 well music is some thing that is garnteed to be fun no matter what every day 3/21/2017 9:09 AM

139 singing 3/21/2017 9:09 AM

140 I enjoy these experiences because it gives me an opportunity to perform and make new friendships 3/21/2017 9:08 AM

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109 It helps me extend my skills as a musician but it is also the highlight of my year, to be a part of a production and to

see the final product come together with the help of the whole company. Choir gives me a time to sing and learn

more traditional methods of music and to be part of a group.

3/21/2017 12:16 PM

110 I like music because I enjoy performing and being on stage 3/21/2017 11:57 AM

111 The people I meet and the connection we make through the love of music. 3/21/2017 11:55 AM

112 Being able to re-create something you hear all the time on the radio is a good feeling 3/21/2017 11:51 AM

113 Friendships formed,different performances and the community are what I enjoy most. 3/21/2017 11:40 AM

114 I enjoy making music and my participation helps me to develop my skills and feel for music 3/21/2017 11:29 AM

115 I enjoy being able to express myself. This is important to my mental health. 3/21/2017 11:27 AM

116 I enjoy music because it keeps me calm and I am learning to do it well 3/21/2017 11:25 AM

117 I egnjoy see in g my friends I don't see alott 3/21/2017 11:21 AM

118 It is so much fun to be able to something that challenges you and let's you work with others. 3/21/2017 11:16 AM

119 I enjoy music so much because it is personal. Everyone can someway or another connect to music - connect to a

song lyric can connect to a choir piece. Music is the only thing that stays when everything else is gone and being

part of something so special at the school means so much.

3/21/2017 11:12 AM

120 I enjoy hearing the band play all together, it makes me determined to practice and also happy to hear how we

sound. It makes me want to practice and improve. Band is important to me because it is something that I'm good at

and am confident about.

3/21/2017 11:10 AM

121 It keeps me relaxed and happy. It makes me feel alive and when seeing the audience happy after performing, that

makes me happy!

3/21/2017 10:59 AM

122 I love music because it lets me express my emotions through one piece. I love solos and also working in

Orchestras because it gives me a opportunity to work hard and produce a wonder product. I am fortunate enough

to go to a very supportive school that can help me be the best I can and give me plenty of opportunities.

3/21/2017 10:57 AM

123 I love the ability to play music that has a direct emotional effect on others so I can see how it affects them. I have a

strong interest in psychology, so this works for me. I also like the feeling of relaxation playing music gives me- as

someone who is quite busy with extra events, I really need this time.

3/21/2017 10:55 AM

124 Well I mainly do it for fun, but I want to be successful. They are important to me because, I feel as if it is a part of

me.

3/21/2017 10:49 AM

125 My parents like it 3/21/2017 10:40 AM

126 It is important to me because I am able to play music with my friends. 3/21/2017 10:36 AM

127 Experince and skill 3/21/2017 10:35 AM

128 the rhythm 3/21/2017 10:27 AM

129 I love doing music, creating, it playing it. It's just such a big part of my life. I branches new friendships and

opportunities for the future. I know for sure that music is what I want to do.

3/21/2017 10:19 AM

130 It allows me to feel as though I have my own 'talent' and gives me the opportunity to share it with other girls and

boys with similar interests.

3/21/2017 10:15 AM

131 I really music because it really helps me think and forget about reality, just like art but in a hearing motion. 3/21/2017 10:15 AM

132 . . 3/21/2017 10:13 AM

133 i enjoy playing with others 3/21/2017 10:12 AM

134 The supporting teachers, the beautiful music, and the ensembles and performances I get to play in. 3/21/2017 10:12 AM

135 i enjoy playing new pieces and learning to play a song well and then performing it to people. i also enjoy creating

new songs.

3/21/2017 9:38 AM

136 I enjoy playing th Elia I because I get to play pieces that I really like and care about and can perform to others. It is

also nice to be able to hear a song and then learn to play it. I also enjoy the emotion of the pieces that I play. Ban

dis important to me because I enjoy playing with others as the piano is an individual instrument. I am looking

forward to generations as it is a lovely feeling to play with others and to all go a camp when we all have one thing in

common.

3/21/2017 9:31 AM

137 I love the excitement and challenge that comes from music. These are important to me as they allow me to stretch

my creative skills.

3/21/2017 9:16 AM

138 well music is some thing that is garnteed to be fun no matter what every day 3/21/2017 9:09 AM

139 singing 3/21/2017 9:09 AM

140 I enjoy these experiences because it gives me an opportunity to perform and make new friendships 3/21/2017 9:08 AM

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172 I enjoy concert band 3/21/2017 7:32 AM

173 working with others 3/21/2017 7:27 AM

174 The teamwork 3/21/2017 7:25 AM

175 It helps me to express myself in a way that I cannot without music. 3/21/2017 7:10 AM

176 The work you put in, pays off 3/21/2017 7:09 AM

177 I enjoy performing and creating. I find them to be more of a hobby for me than something serious so I spend time

relaxing with them.

3/21/2017 7:07 AM

178 hfiuewhgfpiues 3/21/2017 7:04 AM

179 I am able to use my skills in a different way by playing in a group environment 3/21/2017 6:57 AM

180 cause its fun 3/21/2017 6:55 AM

181 I like to play instruments 3/21/2017 5:08 AM

182 I enjoy music because it is a way to express myself and sometimes a way to just enter a different world and leave

the one i'm in

3/21/2017 4:28 AM

183 Learning the instrument and a new language. They make me have something else about myself that I could tell

someone new.

3/21/2017 4:25 AM

184 Playing music in front of a crowd 3/21/2017 4:19 AM

185 Music is so important to me because i really focus on the one thing and do not have to think about other things, it

calms me. Music can be about anything when we are sad or happy etc. and that is what i enjoy because music has

that freedom

3/21/2017 4:03 AM

186 I really enjoy singing because it makes me happy 3/21/2017 2:51 AM

187 I do it because I get to hang out with friends more and because i get to show it 3/21/2017 2:45 AM

188 Social life- My closest friends come from all ages in music. The connections - Not only to peers by to teachers and

the school Music- the performances especially and being able to travel to perform, as well as becoming more

confidant in myself through music.

3/21/2017 2:39 AM

189 it is fun 3/21/2017 2:37 AM

190 i love being able to make music with friends 3/21/2017 2:32 AM

191 My confidence level increases 3/21/2017 2:24 AM

192 When playing in an ensemble, I enjoy hearing when we all play together I think that it helps me develop confidence

in myself

3/21/2017 2:22 AM

193 I enjoy my friends 3/21/2017 2:14 AM

194 I feel like I achieve something when I become better at my instrument. 3/21/2017 1:59 AM

195 I enjoy the teachers that teach me because they are very nice 3/21/2017 1:57 AM

196 the social aspect and growing skills 3/21/2017 1:28 AM

197 I enjoy being able to play music, and learn the different ways of producing notes in a way that sounds good 3/21/2017 1:01 AM

198 I enjoy the music and friendship 3/21/2017 12:14 AM

199 I enjoy practising and producing songs. I really enjoy playing a song that I finished practising. I enjoy playing piano

with some of my close friends.

3/20/2017 11:26 PM

200 It's taught me alot and not just about music. 3/20/2017 3:57 PM

201 i cannot describe. 3/20/2017 3:07 PM

202 I love to express my feelings through performing and songwriting as that is what I would like to do as a career 3/20/2017 2:52 PM

203 I enjoy playing my favourite songs and having a better understanding and appreciation of music. 3/20/2017 2:48 PM

204 The feeling of community and personal growth are positive experiences 3/20/2017 2:36 PM

205 I like to do music because I meant many great people and I have many great experiences from music 3/20/2017 2:35 PM

206 I do not know what single part of music I like the most but when it is together as a whole I find it enjoyable 3/20/2017 2:34 PM

207 I really like improvising and playing a part of a good band. Our band makes me feel like we are constantly

achieving goals and is great to play good music

3/20/2017 2:28 PM

208 i most enjoy when you play a piece with everyone, it makes a stronger bond 3/20/2017 2:07 PM

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