Performing Arts

Music, Art and Drama at Stover 

Music

Music is an important feature of education at Stover.  Music is taught as part of the Stover Performing Arts programme throughout the School from reception to year 9, with pupils then having the choice of Music at GCSE.  We continually encourage and support our pupils to develop their musical abilities inspiring them all to become confident performers. 

Individual music lessons are offered for all orchestral instruments including flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, brass instruments, all string instruments, drums, orchestral percussion, piano, keyboard, voice and guitar.  The lessons are taught by dedicated music teachers who encourage pupils to achieve their potential.  Practical music examinations are taken at all levels.

Studying Music

At Stover Music can be studied at GCSE and A Level.  Music Technology is also available to pupils at A level. Candidates may also be prepared for Music Theory Examinations.

Music Scholarships are available

Performing at Stover

Many pupils participate in the school orchestra, jazz band, string and wind ensembles, preparatory and senior choirs.  Throughout the year there are opportunities to perform in public including lunchtime concerts, formal evening concerts, school plays and events in the local community as well as nationally and internationally.

Art

Artistic development and originality are a central part of the curriculum at Stover. Housed in the ultra-modern Millennium Centre, the Art studios are equipped to enable boys to produce drawings, paintings (both watercolour and oil), and participate in print-making and sculpture. Each year work of the highest quality is produced both for examinations, portfolios and display.  Art Scholarships are available

Drama

Drama features in the curriculum for years 6 - 9 and as an option at GCSE.  In addition, dramatic productions are staged each year at Stover. Variety and individuality are key features of our drama teaching. All pupils are encouraged to take part in whatever capacity they can - from script-writing, to set design, as well as acting. Pupils perform pieces often written by themselves, as well as more established pieces, in the Chamber Hall, or Jubilee Hall, which is fully equipped with stage lighting.

We are fortunate at Stover to enjoy an excellent reputation in the creative and performing arts.