Music
During rehearsals this week, I asked students who had completed one of their exams to stand up. I told them how proud I was of them for working towards a goal, and going into their exam prepared for whatever result may occur. On Friday 31 May, three AMEB examiners attended the College to mark many of our students. All three examiners commented how much they love coming to Pymble to see the talent, to hear our Pymble musicians play, and most importantly, commented on their attitude and how polite they are. Well done to all students. The results do not matter – your preparation matters. This reminds me of Angela Duckworth and her work on “grit”. She says “as much as talent counts, effort counts twice.”
Week 6 and 7 are filled with Eisteddfods and, although it’s always great to win, we know that Pymble musicians and performers win just by showing up. The following groups will participate in the City of Sydney Eisteddfod:
- Hindson Chamber Strings
- Senior Chamber Stringsw
- Capella Choir
- Pymble Chorale
- Andarta Trio
- Aurora Trio
- Meleota Trio
We wish all performers the very best of luck. Having a go, getting nervous, working as a team, and showcasing your best selves is winning in our books!
Congratulations
Congratulations to Candice Li (Year 5) on her achievement of a High Distinction A+ in Grade 2 Musicianship.
Some events outside of Pymble you might be interested in:
AMPA | Music Theatre/Classical Experience Day – Wednesday 10 July 2024
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites aspiring Music Theatre and Classical musicians aged 16 and over to join us on campus for a day of music!
Attendees will have the chance to sit in on a performance class, participate in workshops/Q&As facilitated by AMPA’s music faculty and experience what studying music is like at AMPA. Experience a day in the life of an AMPA music student to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit your future. Find out more by clicking here.
AMPA | Contemporary/Music Production/Composition – Thursday 11 July 2024
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites aspiring Contemporary musicians, Music Creators and Composers aged 16 and over to join us on campus for a day of music!
Attendees will have the chance to sit in on a performance class, participate in workshops/Q&As facilitated by AMPA’s music faculty and experience what studying music is like at AMPA. Experience a day in the life of an AMPA music student to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit your future. Parents also welcome to attend. Find out more by clicking here.
For singers:
The Conservatorium of Music hosts an “Opera and Musical Theatre Lab” and it is open to all interested students. Pymble has had some students go and perform part of either an opera or a musical, after spending time with renowned singers and actors. Please click here to find out more.
Date for your diary – Tuesday 24 June
Secondary School Ensemble Concert – A Night at the Oscars
Join us for an evening to celebrate our Year 12 ensemble members on Tuesday 24 June as we farewell and thank them for their commitment to the Ensemble program. The concert will commence at 6.30pm in the Gillian Moore Centre for Performing Arts. Keep an eye on your socials for the flyer to book a free ticket. Everyone is welcome to dress up in formal attire should they so desire. All music performed will be from films with a special performance from the Year 12 cohort, which promises to be a highlight.
If you’d like to help the Music Support Group, please contact Liz Toh on Elizabethtoh@gmail.com
Upcoming dates for your diary:
| Eisteddfod Week | Senior Music Ensembles to compete in the City of Sydney Eisteddfod | Monday 17 June | Friday 28 June |
| Secondary Schools Ensemble Concert | Senior School Ensembles perform | Tuesday 25 June | |
| Year 12 Farewell Lunch | Music Support group provide lunch for Year 12 ensemble members | Thursday 27 June |
Sarah Turner
Head of Music