From the Music Department
Congratulations to…
…Eddie Hall, Euan Milne, Rory Wenden and Christopher McIntyre for their performances in Wenona’s musical at Chatswood Concourse, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Captain of Music/Music Committee nominations
Students interested in the Captain of Music position or being a part of the Music committee may collect an application form outside the Music office. All Music co-curricular students may be part of the Music Committee, and Captain of Music applicants must be in Year 11 and studying Elective Music. Forms and videos are to be returned by Tuesday 22 August. Details can be found on the nomination form.
Confirmation Service – Sunday 27 August
ForeShore and Chapel Choir Trebles only will be singing at Confirmation Service held on Sunday 27 August. The service begins at 9.00am, and all choristers will be required from 8.00am in the Chapel.
Music Photos – Friday 1 September
Music Photos will be held on the Chapel Lawn from 3.00pm – 4.00pm on Friday 1 September. All students in Co-curricular Music Ensembles should take their instruments to the Chapel Lawn straight after school and ensure they are wearing the full winter uniform.
American Tea – Friday 8 September
Buskers needed! If you would like to perform at American Tea, then please come and sign up at the Music Reception asap for a time slot to busk. For more details, please contact Ms Wentzel.
Year 12 Family Service – Sunday 10 September
ForeShore will be singing at Year 12 Family Service held on Sunday 10 September. The service begins at 9.00am, and all choristers will be required from 8.00am in the Chapel.
Spring Concert – Tuesday 12 September
This year, Spring Concert will be held at The Concourse, Chatswood on Tuesday 12 September at 7.00pm with a pre-concert at 6.30pm. Rehearsals will be held during the day. Tickets can now be purchased: aucentury.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/112832
Year 7 Showcase – Tuesday 19 September –
Save the date
All Year 7 students have been composing pieces in their classes as part of their music coursework. On Tuesday 19 September, from 5.30pm – 6.30pm, students will be presenting these compositions to the Shore community. This is a compulsory event for all of Year 7, and all community members are welcome to attend. The event will be in the War Memorial Hall, and all Year 7 students are required from 4.30pm with their laptops charged.
Organ Masterclass with Thomas Trotter – Tuesday 22 August
On Tuesday 22 August at 4.00pm there is a Masterclass with Thomas Trotter followed by a recital from him at 7.30pm. Thomas Trotter is one of the world’s leading organists.
Sydney Organ Competition – Monday 2 October
On Monday 2 October the Sydney Organ Competition will be held at Shore. For further details, please contact Mr Robert Fox, the School organist, at rfox@shore.nsw.edu.au.
Mrs K Barber
Head of Music
Upcoming dates
| Date | Event |
| Tuesday 22 August | Thomas Trotter organ Masterclass |
| Sunday 27 August | Confirmation Service |
| Friday 1 September | Music Photos |
| Monday 4 September | HSC Music exam block starts, and compositions are due |
| Thursday 7 September | P1 Year 12 Family Service rehearsal |
| Friday 8 September | American Tea |
| Sunday 10 September | Year 12 Family Service (9.00am) |
| Tuesday 12 September | Spring Concert: Chatswood Concourse |
| Thursday 14 September | Music Function: Hawkins Foyer |
| Tuesday 19 September | Year 7 Music Composition Showcase: War Memorial Hall |