From the Music Department
Congratulations to…
…Justin Lee (Year 7) competed in the Sydney Eisteddfod Flute (15 & under) and received a Highly Commended Award. This is a great result, especially given that he is only 12 years of age competing against older students.
…Chapel Choir who sang last Wednesday 20 July with the Prep Choir at Evensong. The service was beautiful, and our thanks go to the students, Mr Evan Wels, Mr Jonathan Todhunter, Mr Robert Fox, Rev Anthony Benn and the Music mentors and assistants. A special mention to Cantors Ben Cody-Osborne and Charlie Smith.
Choir Camp
Choir Camp is next Tuesday 2 August and Wednesday 3 August. It will be held at Shore this year. Year 12 will be attending after school on Tuesday 2 August and will attend normal classes during the day. School uniform is to be worn. Any questions, please contact Mr Evan Wels, Director of Choirs at ewels@shore.nsw.edu.au.
Year 7/8 Choir
A new choral ensemble, the Year 7/ 8 Choir is starting this term at Shore. This ensemble is open to all boys in Years 7 and 8 and will meet weekly during lunch on Tuesdays – no musical experience or auditions are required. This group will be a perfect opportunity for students who are interested in singing all styles of music, to come together and learn to sing with their peers. The ensemble will perform at year-group assemblies and the end-of-year Twilight Concerts.
- New choral ensemble: Years 7 and 8 Choir
- No musical experience or auditions required
- Weekly rehearsals: Tuesday lunch
- Members can join Chapel Choir (meets Tuesday mornings 7:15am-8:15am), but this is not a prerequisite
If you have any questions or would like to join, please contact Mr Evan Wels, Director of Choirs at ewels@shore.nsw.edu.au.
Ensembles
Rehearsals began last week for all of our Music ensembles. If you would like to join an ensemble, please come up to the Music Department and we will assist you.
Upcoming Music Term Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 August | Choir Camp |
| Monday 22 August | Year 8 Curriculum Evening |
| Tuesday 23 August | Concert Group Voyage 3 |
| Monday 29 August | Staff Collaboration P1 Year 10 Curriculum evening |
| Wednesday 31 August | Year 7 Incursion Rhythm works |
| Monday 5 September | HSC Music exam block starts and compositions due |
| Thursday 8 September | P1 Year 12 Family Service rehearsal |
| Friday 9 September | American Tea |
| Sunday 11 September | Year 12 Family Service (9.00am) |
| Tuesday 13 September | Spring Concert |
| Thursday 15 September | Music Function |
| Tuesday 20 September | Year 7 Showcase |
Mrs Kim Barber
Head of Music