Phil Beverley, Director of Music

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Sydney Town Hall was once again transformed into a space of musical celebration and community spirit for Cranbrook School’s highly anticipated annual Showcase Concert, Fundamental.

Featuring students from Year 3 through to Year 12, Fundamental offered a platform for musical expression and personal growth on a grand scale. From massed choirs and orchestras to soloists and contemporary ensembles, the concert showcased the diversity and depth of Cranbrook’s musical talent, nurtured across years of dedicated learning.

The event underscored the vital role that music plays in the life of the School—not only as a performance art, but as a vital classroom where confidence, collaboration, and creativity are cultivated.

Such an ambitious undertaking could only be made possible through the collective efforts of the entire Cranbrook community. The success of Fundamental was a result of the dedication, generosity, and goodwill of countless individuals—from those behind the scenes (of which there were many) to those guiding students on stage, in rehearsals and individually in their instrumental lessons. Their shared commitment to the School’s vision and values ensured a concert of remarkable scale and spirit. This event continues to stand as a testament to what can be accomplished when a community comes together with purpose.

Click here to view more photos from the Town Hall Gala: Fundamental.

End of Term Clean Up

We all need a well-deserved rest and over the break, students may want to take advantage of some down time to practice and play music at home. This is only possible if the instrument makes it home.

Over the break we are doing a stocktake and I would ask that every student learning an instrument remove it from School, wherever it may be stored, but particularly the Perkins Music storeroom.

All instruments will be removed over the break and unmarked personal instruments must be removed.

Enjoy a well-earned break and thanks to all the students who continue to give of their best each day.

Phil Beverley
Director of Music