About the School of Arts

Choir is open to students in grades 4–6. You learn to sing together with others and discover the joy of creating music as a group.

You practice harmony, listening and cooperation. Singing in a choir builds community and makes it easier to perform in front of others.

Rehearsals take place in the evenings at Björknäs Upper Secondary School. The number of places is limited, and sometimes there is a waiting list.

Instrument tuition allows you to learn to play an instrument on your own and together with others. You practice technique, ear training and reading sheet music.

Tuition is mainly for students in grades 4–9, but in some cases you may start earlier, from grade 2, if there is space available.

Available instruments include viola, baritone horn, recorder, cello, bass guitar, violin, guitar, clarinet, double bass, oboe, piano, saxophone, drums, trombone, trumpet, tuba, flute, French horn and voice.

You start with simple melodies and gradually develop your playing. As you progress, you may join orchestras or ensembles and play together with others.

Instrument rental

A limited number of instruments are available for rental for one year. The rental period can be extended if instruments are available. Small violins are rented until the student is ready for a full-size instrument. The School of Arts does not rent out pianos or drum kits.

In consultation with your teacher, you will choose an instrument that suits you. A parent or guardian signs a rental agreement, and you as a student are responsible for the instrument.

A small fee is charged each term for instrument rental. Students must purchase their own sheet music and exercise books.

If you decide to stop, rented instruments must be returned immediately. A fee will be charged if the student has taken part in at least three lessons.

Dance is available for students in grades 4–9, with applications open from grade 3. Admission usually starts in grade 4, if space allows.

In dance tuition you practice rhythm, coordination, balance and expression. You work with both choreography and improvisation.

Tuition usually takes place during school hours and in groups. If your school has no dance classes, you may be offered a place in an evening group.

Dance strengthens both the body and self-confidence. Through performances, students gain stage experience and the joy of sharing with an audience.

Drama is open to students in grades 4–9. You may apply from grade 3, but admission starts from grade 4 if space allows.

In drama tuition you work with body language, movement, voice and expression. You train cooperation, concentration and the ability to express emotions and ideas.

Tuition takes place in groups during school hours. If your school has no facilities or too few applicants, you may be offered a place in an evening group.