CAPA@CGHS
Welcome to the Creative and Performing Arts Department at Canterbury Girls High School (CGHS)!
Meet the CAPA Teachers
We are proud to have an enthusiastic and experienced team of teachers in the CAPA Department:
- Ms Louise Flannery – relieving HT CAPA/Music/VET Entertainment
- Ms Kate Wilson – Music Teacher and Band Director
- Ms Laura Cooper – Drama/Music Teacher
- Ms Chloe Wong – Dance/Drama/VET Entertainment Teacher
- Ms Grace Burzese – Art Teacher
- Ms Dani Caprin – Art Teacher
- Ms Caroline Texier – Art Teacher
- Ms Kerry Charalambous- Art Teacher
- Ms Linda Fardell – Art Teacher
We’re here to guide, inspire, and support students in exploring their creative potential!
Welcome, Year 7 students and parents!
As we begin an exciting new year, we warmly invite you to join our dynamic Music Department. Whether you’re an experienced musician or just beginning to explore your passion for music, there’s a place for everyone in our supportive and creative community.
MUSIC Ensembles and Private tuition 2026
Music Ensembles
| 7 – 12 | Choir | Monday | 3.20pm | B14 |
| 7 – 12 | VoxPop | Thursday | Lunch | B14 |
| 7 – 12 | Percussion Ensemble | Friday | Lunch | B14 |
| 7 – 12 | Concert Band | Tuesday | 2.45pm | Cantabrian Hall |
| 7 – 9 | Combined Band | Tuesday | 8.00am | Cantabrian Hall |
| 7 – 12 | Chamber Ensemble | Friday | 7.40am | Cantabrian Hall |
Dance Ensembles
| 7 – 12 | KPOP/Hip-hop club | Monday | Lunch | Studio |
| Audition | Performance Company | Tuesday | Lunch * | Studio |
| 8 – 11 | Sport Ensemble | Wednesday | Sport | Studio |
| 7 | Yr 7 Dance Ensemble | Monday | 3.20pm | Studio |
*(Thursday Pd 0 for rehearsals if required)
Drama Ensembles
| 7 – 8 | Junior Ensemble | Tuesday | Lunch | Cantabrian Hall |
| 9 – 11 | Senior Ensemble | Friday | Lunch | Studio |
Private tuition
Tuition Fees
- Private instrumental tuition involves individual 30-minute lessons, with teachers charging approximately $45 per half hour. However, this rate may vary depending on the tutor’s experience, qualifications, and instrument specialty.
- Payment is made directly to the tutors. The school is not responsible for the collection of fees and payment of tutors
- Missed lessons will be made up as long as 24 hours notice of cancellation is given
- Year 7-10 students will be withdrawn from class once a week for individual lessons
- Year 11-12 students are given first priority so there is minimal disruption to lessons
Below is the list of tutors and their contact numbers. To arrange a weekly lesson contact the teacher directly. Please do not hesitate to contact me for further information.
| Instrument | Teacher | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
| Violin | Daniel Rosenbaum | 0412 544 013 |
| Flute/Brass | Sam Golding | 0414 283 161 |
| Voice | Aimilia Skotidas | 0487 189 164 |
| Piano | Marcello Maio | 0401 708 205 |
| Guitar/Bass | Alan Plummer | 0405 194 724 |
| Drum Kit | James Hauptmann | 0414 097 025 |
Use the QR Code to express your interest in our Extracurricular Music Ensemble and Private Tuition Programs.
Please note that the Combined Band is a free ensemble and open to beginners and more experienced musicians from Canterbury Public School, Canterbury Boys and Canterbury Girls H.S.
School Spectacular 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Schools Spectacular! Whether you dream of performing on stage or working behind the scenes, there’s a role for everyone. Join mass ensembles, featured groups, or audition as a soloist. Visit the Schools Spectacular website for more information and eligibility details.
https://artsunit.nsw.edu.au/schools-spectacular/applications
Thank you for your continued support of the CAPA Department. Here’s to a creative and inspiring year ahead!
Louise Flannery
Head Teacher CAPA (relieving)
louise.flannery@det.nsw.edu.au | Ph: 02-9718-1805