Instrumental Music Program

In Concert 
On Tuesday night seventy-five members of Vocal Ensemble performed alongside the Arts Unit Symphony Orchestra and guest artist Casey Donovan, taking centre stage in a choir of seven hundred voices from throughout NSW. The concert was a huge success, receiving a standing ovation.

New Commission from composer Luke Byrne
On Wednesday morning the Wind Ensemble sightread a brand new Australian composition, jointly commissioned by the Fort Street IMP and Sydney Secondary IMP from Sydney composer Luke Byrne. This piece is for bands at the level of our Wind Orchestra, to address the need for inspiring repertoire (especially Australian repertoire) at this level. The movement worked on by Wind Ensemble on Wednesday is a sizzling Balkan-inspired dance. The students loved the work, and it will be a significant contribution to the repertoire. Hopefully we will hear this wonderful new work performed in Eisteddfods, Band Festivals and concerts in the coming years. The Wind Orchestra will perform the whole work at the IMP End of Year Concert in December.

City of Sydney Eisteddfod
It’s Eisteddfod season again, and this year IMP ensembles will be competing in ten sections starting next week and continuing until August. This is a great opportunity for students to perform publicly and all Ensemble members are expected to take part. NB all competing students must wear full IMP uniform (this is different to previous years). Please read the information note which was sent this week for more details. The Eisteddfod is a public event and family members are encouraged to be part of the audience. Check the Eisteddfod’s website for details www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au

Mid-Year IMP Concert coming up!
Friday 28 June  5:30pm Dinner, 7pm Show
Only a month until the mid-year concert, the biggest event in the IMP calendar and a significant fund-raiser wh. Please look out for catering emails coming soon for ways you can contribute. The IMP cannot function without our wonderful volunteer community and the money they help raise each semester.