From the Music Department
Photos from last Thursday’s Instrumental and Choral Concert
Congratulations to…
…Jono Loy Year 10 who was awarded a Highly Commended in the Brass Instrument 15 years and under at the Sydney Eisteddfod. This is an outstanding achievement in such a competitive field. Well done, Jono.
…all performers involved in the Band Concert. The quality of performances and the display of camaraderie made for a wonderfully enjoyable evening. The ensembles that performed were Concert Band, Symphonic Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Stage Band and Trumpet Ensemble. Thank you to our Comperes and Captains Alan Li and Charlie Corbett-Jones. Thank you to all the staff that were involved in making the evening possible, particularly Mr Dorich and the Directors of the ensembles Ms Robertson, Mr Payne and Mr Blunt. It takes a team of people for these events to occur. Thank you to: the Music Mentors Ryan Kennedy, Hayden O’Young and Ben Cody-Osborne; EA to Performing Arts Ms Fitzgerald; Theatre Technician Mr Grimshaw and his team; and Mr Oxley, Dr Gilmour, Ms Wentzel, Mr Baker for their help with supervision. Photos will be uploaded to Lampada News shortly.
… All students who have been performing solos at the many studio concerts being held at the end of Term. I had the privilege of hearing Josiah Thomas, James Wood, Matthew Sanson, Euan Milne, Rory Wenden, James Yaffe, Alexander Beattie, James Thompson, Ben Hocking, Joshua Gallant, Lachlan Martin, Chris Griffiths, Tom Hurt and Eddie Scougall at Mr Richardson’s studio concert last Tuesday evening. All performed beautifully. Studio concerts are a wonderful performance opportunity in a more relaxed environment. Congratulations to all the students who have performed. I look forward to the Semester 2 studio concerts and seeing the skill development of the students.
Upcoming Events
Composition and Song Writing Competition
Captain of Music Alan Li and Vice-Captain of Music Charlie Corbett-Jones have reinstated the Composition and Song Writing competition. Compositions are due by the last day of Term. Please get in touch with Alan Li or Charlie Corbett-Jones with any questions and submit all entries to the following link: dropbox.com/request/9BWPsGijqXvqgklxjsRI
Battle of the Bands Finals
On Tuesday 25 June, we will be having the Battle of the Bands in the WMH at lunchtime. All welcome. Any queries, please see Mr Payne.
James O’Donnell LVO KSG
Mr Robert Fox has organised an event featuring the distinguished English musician James O’Donnell LVO KCSG, who, from 2000 to 2022, was the Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey, during which time he directed the music for many state occasions, including the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, and the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
Shore Chapel: Monday 29 July 7.30pm
Parking: Free parking behind Chapel – enter via Union Street
Pedestrian: Access via main gates in Blue Street (a short walk from North Sydney station)
Bookings: trybooking.com/CSDYZ
Enquiries: 0410 490 710
Refreshments after the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
Term 2 Music Calendar
| Date | Event | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 25 Jun | Battle of the Bands – Finals | War Memorial Hall | 12.30pm |
Studio Concerts – Semester 1, 2024
Students have been performing solos at concert studio concerts all over the campuses. Below are next week’s concerts.
| Teacher | Date | Time | Venue | Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eve Osborn | Mon 24 June | 12.35pm-1.10pm | Choir Room 9-2-9 | Oboe |
| Tiger Chou | Mon 24 June | 12.35pm-1.10pm | Choir Room 9-2-9 | Oboe |
| Biljana Mitrovic | Tue 25 June | 3.00pm-4.30pm | Strings Room 9-1-1 | Guitar |
| Mandy King | Tue 25 June | 4.00pm-5.00pm | Orchestra Room 9-1-5 | Brass |
| Sarah Ingham (NS) | Tue 25 June | 12.35pm-1.10pm | Prep Strings Room | Cello |
| Toby Hall | Tue 25 June | 4.00pm – 5.30pm | Band Room | Drums |
Mrs K Barber
Head of Music