From the Music Department
Photos from last Term’s Band Concert
Congratulations to…
…all students who performed in Battle of the Bands at the end of last Term and to the winner Clockwork. Thank you to Mr Payne for organising this event and to the judges Mr Gulliford and Mr Ho.
…choristers who sang at Evensong last Wednesday 24 July. The service was beautiful with excellent repertoire. Thank you to Mr Fox and Director of Choirs Mr Massey.
…All students who performed at their studio concerts at the end of last Term. For some students, this was their first solo performance. A wonderful achievement.
… Charlie C-J, Ryan Gilmour, Max Kim, Alan Li, Lachlan Martin and Chris Mathur on their outstanding performances at the HSC soiree concerts held this week. The calibre of performances were outstanding. Thank you to all the accompanists and to Ms Robertson and the Music Extension class for their organisation of this event.
…Liam O’Neill who won the Composition Competition held by the Alan, Charlie and the Music Committee last term. A wonderful achievement.
Thank you to…
…Mr Robert Fox who organised a wonderful evening with James O’Donnell, one of the world’s most distinguished organists. The community thoroughly enjoyed listening to his performances and hearing of his experiences.
Upcoming Events
Choir Camp
Choir Camp is on Wednesday 7 August and Thursday 8 August. This year, it will be held at Shore. Year 12 will be attending after school on Wednesday 7 August and will attend normal classes during the day. School uniform is to be worn. Any questions, please contact Director of Choir Mr Massey: lmassey@shore.nsw.edu.au
Resonate: Gala Concert – 135th year of Shore
On Tuesday 13 August at 7pm the School will present its 135th Anniversary Concert- Resonate at Sydney Town Hall, with a preconcert at 6.30pm in the vestibule featuring Trumpet Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble. All students in Years 7 to 12 are expected to attend this concert. Rehearsals for our performers will be held throughout the day. Tickets have sold out and we are looking at our seating options for those of you on the wait list.
Confirmation Service Date Change Choristers Take Note
There has been a change of date for the Confirmation Service which is now being held on Wednesday 11 September at 6pm.
Term 3 Music Calendar
| Upcoming dates | |
|---|---|
| Monday 5 August | Year 10 Progress meetings |
| Wed 7 + Thurs 8 August | Choir Camp |
| Tuesday 13 August | Gala Rehearsals and Concert, Sydney Town Hall |
| Monday 26 August | Year 8 Curriculum Evening |
| Monday 2 September | Year 10 Curriculum evening |
| Thursday 5 September | P1: Confirmation Service Rehearsal |
| Wednesday 11 September | Confirmation Service 6pm |
| Monday 9 September | Staff Collaboration P1 |
| Thursday 12 September | P1 Year 12 Family Service rehearsal |
| Friday 13 September | American Tea |
| Sunday 15 September | Year 12 Family Service (9am) |
| Thursday 19 September | Music Function |
| Tuesday 24 September | Year 7 Music Exhibition |
| Friday 27 September | Year 12 Graduation Ceremony |
Mrs K Barber
Head of Music