At ELTHAM we have a number of co-curricular activities, clubs, ensembles, choirs, bands and productions that allow students to express themselves and CREATE with others.
ART CLUB
Come and be creative and hands on at lunchtime by joining the co-curricular activity Art Club. This activity is capped at 10 students per term.
Available for students in Year 7 – 12.
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT 2026
The Artist Spotlight is a unique bi-annual musical event where students through audition or invite present the music of a well-known artist. So far, the artists presented at ELTHAM have been Carole King, Leonard Cohen, Aretha Franklin and Paul Kelly. In 2026 we will present Sting & The Police.
Available for students in Year 9 – 12.
CANTARE CHOIR
Cantare is an auditioned chamber vocal ensemble for students in Year 7 – 9. Students who are accepted into Cantare must already be participating in the general Year 7 – 12 choir – Harmoni. Cantare allows students to sing in multiple parts and usually has somewhere between 10 – 16 members each year.
Available for students in Year 7 – 9.
CHAMBER ENSEMBLE
The Chamber Ensemble is an invitation only ensemble that provides an opportunity for our advanced classical musicians to play chamber music.
Available for students in Year 5 – 12.
CLARINET ENSEMBLE
The Clarinet Ensemble caters to any student who has started learning the clarinet. It is a chance to learn to play with other players in a small and supportive environment.
Available for students in Year 3 – 12.
CONCERT BAND – INTERMEDIATE
The Intermediate Concert Band is for students who have established the basic foundations of their instrument and are looking to extend their musicianship through joining an ensemble.
This ensemble plays concert band music of an intermediate standard and is led by teacher Vincent Bradley. Students who have graduated from the Jnr School Instrumental program, or students enjoying exploring instrumental music in the Year 7 Band are encouraged to join Intermediate Band at any stage during the year.
Available for students in Year 4 – 8.
FLUTE ENSEMBLE
The Flute Ensemble is open to any student who plays the flute. The ELTHAM College Flute Ensemble explores a range of diverse styles through the voice of the flute. Repertoire includes arrangements of well-known pieces from classical, jazz and pop genres. Through weekly rehearsals and performance opportunities students will develop ensemble skills while improving their flute playing in a fun and supportive learning environment.
Available for students in Year 3 – 8 and Year 10 – 12.
JUNIOR SCHOOL ART CLUB
Students who choose to partake in JS Art Club – Wednesday choose an art project to explore for the term. They plan, design and create it.
Available for students in Year 1 – 6.
JUNIOR SCHOOL CROCHET
Join our Crochet Creations Club and discover the fun of turning wool into art! In this hands-on club, students from Years 3–6 will learn the basics of crocheting — from making simple stitches to creating colourful projects like bookmarks, coasters, and small toys. Crochet helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and patience while offering a relaxing, rewarding hobby.
Come and be creative and hands on at lunchtime by joining the co-curricular activity.
Available for students in Year 3 - 6.
KNIT HAPPENS
Available for students in Year 7 - 12.
JUNIOR PRODUCTIONS & DRAMA
Drama Club will run during Semester 2 and will allow students in years 2-6 the opportunity to look at scripts and scenes, take on new characters and perform in front of others. Each week, small excerpts will be available for students to choose and work on developing. Students will be given tips on memorising and delivering lines, as well as vocal and movement coaching. Theatre club will help develop both performance and expressive skills and confidence.
Available for students in Year 2 – 6.
JUNIOR SCHOOL PRODUCTION 2026
In 2026, students from Prep to Grade 6 will be participating in the original production of 'Everyday Heroes'. During Drama class, students will explore the different types of everyday heroes in their lives and act, sing and dance their way towards the production performances early in Term 3.
The production will take place on Monday 27th July with a matinee performance and Tuesday 28th July with a matinee and and evening performance. All students will perform at all 3 performance times.
Available for students in Prep - Year 6.
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
The Guitar Ensemble is open to any student who learns the guitar. The Guitar Ensemble is for all guitarists of varying standards. Be it acoustic, electric or bass guitar.
Available for students in Year Prep – 12.
ONE VOICE CHOIR 2026
One Voice Choir is a choir that is formed on a bi-annual basis to participate in the 'One Voice' Concert. The choir is made up of students, staff, parents and alumni. The student choir leaders from Harmoni teach the songs and conduct the choir in the concert. Expressions of interest and auditions will be held in Term 2 2026.
Available for students in Year 9 - 12.
ORFF ENSEMBLE
The Orff Ensemble is for students from Years 4 and 6. This ensemble is designed to advance students reading, aural, playing and performance skills. It is an ensemble that includes both unpitched and pitched percussion instruments such as Marimba, Xylophones, Metallophones & Glokenspiels. Within this ensemble we work on a variety of different popular songs with multi-instrumental and textural parts.
Available for students in Year 4 – 6.
PAGANINI STRINGS
Paganini Strings is a junior string ensemble led by violinist Emma Neyland. It is for students learning a stringed instrument in Years 1 - 4, whether relatively new to their instrument or with years of experience.
This ensemble performs multi-part string orchestra repertoire of a beginner level, and covers a variety of musical styles. All pieces are hand selected and/or arranged to ensure that all performers in the group play music that is appropriate to their level and, most importantly, have fun!
Students playing string instruments in the Year 1 – 4 instrumental program are encouraged to join this ensemble, following at least one semester's experience, to help consolidate and refine their musicianship skills.
Available for students in Year 1 – 4.
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE – JUNIOR
The Percussion Ensemble - Junior is open to students in Year 3 – 6. Must be learning percussion. This ensemble is for our young percussionists who will begin to learn the importance of accurate timing when playing in a group. A fun ensemble where you can make friends with other percussion students and play some music together.
Available for students in Year 3 – 6.
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE – INTERMEDIATE
Percussion Ensemble - Intermediate is for our intermediate age percussionists who will have had some experience playing in a group. This ensemble is an extension for those taking percussion lessons looking to fine tune the skills of playing with others. Directed by percussion teacher, Richard Neville.
Available for students in Year 7 – 10.
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE – SENIOR
Percussion Ensemble - Senior is for our most senior and experienced percussionists. The ensemble plays some advanced pieces with complex rhythms and parts. Directed by percussion teacher, Richard Neville.
Available for students in Year 10 – 12.
ROCK JAM
Students are required to audition to be a part of Rock Jam - open to students in Year 9 – 12. Our most senior Rock Band at the school. This band will have a different line up of instruments each year depending on the students involved. Playing everything from classic hits through to current
Available for students in Year 9 – 12.
SIDEWINDER
Sidewinder is a jazz band/ensemble who perform classic jazz standards and other jazz music under the direction of our Director of Music, Aaron Searle.
Available for students in Year 7 – 12.
SONGSTERS
Songsters is our youngest choir, open to any student in Year 1 – 3. A fun place to learn the fundamentals of singing in a group.
Available for students in Year 1 – 3.
SUARA
Suara is an auditioned chamber vocal ensemble for students in Year 10 - 12. Students who are accepted into Suara must already be participating in the general Year 7 – 12 choir - Harmoni. Suara is the most senior and advanced vocal ensemble at ELTHAM. As a small chamber group Suara sings complex pieces in multiple parts.
Available for students in Year 10 – 12.
TECH CLUB
Gain hands on experience with sound, lighting and vision equipment in Tech Club as we learn how we can creatively use technology across theatrical performances, live music and other multimedia productions.
Available for students in Year 5 – 11.
VOCI
Voci is a Choir for students in Year 4 – 6. The choir rehearses once a week and will perform in a variety of concerts throughout the year. Students learn to sing pieces in unison and 2 - 3 parts, and are taught music reading and aural skills.
Available for students in Year 4 – 6.
WAGNER CONCERT BAND
The Wagner Concert Band is named after long time ELTHAM Director of Music, Rob Wagner. You must be proficient on your instrument to play in this ensemble. The Wagner Concert Band plays a variety of music and is led by woodwind teacher, Vincent Bradley.
Available for students in Year 7 – 12.
YEAR 3 – 5 ROCK BAND
The Year 3 – 5 Rock Band is open to students by audition. Numbers are restricted. This fun-filled Rock Band is made up of some of our youngest singers and instrumentalists, including guitarists, pianists, drummers etc. Here they learn how to play together and listen to one another in a band.
Available for students in Year 3 – 5.
YEAR 5 – 9 PRODUCTION
Each year ELTHAM has a Year 5 – 9 Production. The production is staged in the Clarke Auditorium during the month of October. The 2024 production will be announced at the Production Information Evening held in February. Auditions are held in August. The rehearsal period is from August 18 to October 24.
Available for students in Year 5 – 9.
YEAR 9 – 12 MUSICAL
Each year ELTHAM has a Year 9 - 12 Musical. The production is staged in the Clarke Auditorium during the month of August. The rehearsal period begins May 13. We are excited to announce the 2026 Senior School Musical will be Les Misérables - school edition.
This is a huge undertaking, but an amazing opportunity to develop students' skills and showcase the talent we have at ELTHAM.
Available for students in Year 9 – 12.
YEAR 7 ROCK BAND
The Year 7 Rock Band is open to Year 7 singers and instrumentalists who love rock music. Interested musicians must audition for the group which highlights some of our most talented Year 7’s! Depending on popularity there may be more than one band created to allow maximum student participation. This group offers students a chance to learn the skills of collaborating with others in a rock band context through playing a broad repertoire that includes chart topping contemporary pop and rock songs.
Available for students in Year 7.
YEAR 8 ROCK BAND
Students are required to audition to be a part of the Year 8 Rock Band. Singers and instrumentalists from Year 8 come together to form a Rock Band. This group focuses on creating a true band sound and explore classic hits and current chart toppers. Depending on popularity there may be more than one band created to allow as many students to participate as possible.
Available for students in Year 8.
YEAR 10 ROCK BAND
Students are required to audition to be a part of the Year 10 Rock Band.
Singers and instrumentalists from Year 10 come together to form a Rock Band. This group focuses on creating a true band sound and explore classic hits and current chart toppers. Depending on popularity there may be more than one band created to allow as many students to participate as possible.
Available for students in Year 10.