Art Therapy
Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates the use of art making as a tool to enable self-expression and communication within a safe and therapeutic context. Students can use their imagination and creativity to engage in therapeutic self-reflection which may be otherwise difficult to verbalise. The art therapist and student work together to facilitate the exploration of feelings, improve self-awareness and reduce anxiety, using a person-centred approach to art therapy.
Music Production Workshops
Students participating in the Rivendell music production program explore multiple aspects of music making, including songwriting, composition, beat-making, audio production and live recording. Students develop professonal audio recordings, of both original songs and cover versions, across a diverse range of genres. Completed music is complied on our biannual music compilations, which are accessible by students, staff and families on the Rivendell School Bandcamp website. Student work is also featured in our end of year Creative and Performing Arts evening and end-of-year events.
The digital music program is led by a practising musician, producer, DJ and educator, who works one-on-one, or with small groups, to help students create their own music using digital production tools and musical instruments. The program is accessible to all students regardless of musical knowledge or experience, and serves to benefit students' engagement and wellbeing, while boosting confidence and teaching new skills.
