Music

On Monday 24 February, students from the Year 11 and 12 Music courses were given the opportunity to attend an excursion to the Sydney Opera House to experience a performance by the standout musicians of the 2024 HSC. Encore features a select group of HSC performers who achieved top marks, returning to the iconic stage for a special showcase.

This year’s performance was arguably the best I’ve witnessed in all my years of teaching. The diverse range of instrumentation was remarkable, with highlights including bagpipes, bassoon and tuba, alongside familiar acts like vocalists, rock guitarists, pianists and classical musicians.

Our students were inspired by the impressive skill of these young performers, drawing motivation from both their stage presence and their work as composers. I am looking forward to seeing what the 2025 Music 1, Music 2, and Extension cohort put together – no matter the result, we all believe they are amazing musicians.

Private Music Lessons

The College offers private music lessons in an array of instruments and lessons occur on a rotating basis within school time. Preference is given to students in Year 12 to fit around their free periods.

A reminder that all students who have lessons at the College must be in one of our ensembles. Singers can attend choir on Wednesday mornings and piano players are also welcome to join the choir. Playing in an ensemble is good for our neurotransmitters as we learn to work together with music being a common goal.

Dates for your diaries

Monday 7 April – Secondary School Music Ensemble lunch. The Music Support Group host this lunch for the students in an ensemble. More details will come about how to order.

Wednesday 9 April – Outdoor Secondary School Ensemble Concert from 5.30pm. Bring your picnics. In the event of wet weather, we will move to the GMCPA.

Tuesday 24 June – Term 2 Ensemble Concert in the GMCPA.

Sarah Turner

Head of Music