A new purpose-built music facility has been completed at St Martins Lutheran College.
It serves as a large ensemble performance space, with smaller purpose-built practice rooms for individual and instrumental teaching.
Music coordinator Stephen Walther said the space was designed with performance in mind.
“We’ve created a space to help young artists realise their goal of becoming successful musicians,” he said.
The music program’s full performance calendar includes the musicale, eisteddfods, art showcase, and battle of the bands.
With the new facilities, the students are also developing a series of lunchtime concerts featuring class bands and guest artists.
The school recently saw success at Generations in Jazz, with three jazz ensembles and a choir performing.
The Division 4.1 Band saw victory among 17 competing bands, while Emily Meier earned selection by the panel for the Division 4 Superband.
Band leader and instrumental instructor Isaac Bruggemann said the students were diligent in their preparations.
“Having a win at Generations is a big confidence booster for the students,” he said.
“Sometimes it is hard to see the reasons to keep practicing your instrument week after week, but a win reminds the students that all their hard work is paying off.”
Mr Walther said the achievements underscored the dedication of staff and students.
“We are proud of the exceptional talent present in Mount Gambier, and it’s rewarding to see it acknowledged on a national scale.”
