From the Music Department
Concert Group – Tuesday 23 August
Concert Group attended Voyage 3 where they heard a live performance from TaikOz and the Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra. The concert featured Mozart’s Don Giovanni and his Jupiter Symphony and then shifted to Taiko drumming featuring pieces 21st Century Music Flowing Water and … like a ripple… The concerts help to support the learning that takes place in ensemble rehearsals and the classroom. They are a great opportunity to hear a variety of styles of live music.
Confirmation Service – Sunday 28 August
Congratulations to the Chapel Choir who sang at the Confirmation Service last Sunday 28 August. They sang famous Anthem Lead Me Lord by Samuel Wesley and ForeShore sang Thomas Tallis’ If Ye Love Me for the Introit. The music was beautiful and the choristers are to be congratulated on their wonderful contribution to the service.
Captain of Music/Music Committee
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. Only students in Years 9 to 11 may be part of the Music Committee, and Captain of Music applicants must be in Year 11 and studying Elective Music. Forms must be returned by Friday 2 September.
Year 12 Family Service – Sunday 11 September
ForeShore will be singing at Year 12 Family Service held on Sunday 11 September. The service begins at 9.00am and all choristers will be required from 8.00am.
Choir Camp – Monday 12 September
Choir Camp will now be on Monday 12 September from 8.20am to 6.30pm. This has been rescheduled from the original 2-day camp on 2 to 3 August. This camp will assist to prepare for the Spring Concert that is on Tuesday 13 September. All choristers and their parents should have received an email with more details. For any queries, please contact the Director of Choirs, Mr Evan Wels by email: ewels@shore.nsw.edu.au
Spring Concert – Tuesday 13 September at 7.00pm
The Spring Concert showcases our large ensembles in one concert and is the only concert throughout the year where this occurs. Chapel Choir, Concert Band I, Concert Band II, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Ensemble, ForeShore, Senior String Ensemble, Stage Band will all perform on this evening. The concert is held in the Smith Auditorium from 7.00pm and tickets are free, however seating is assigned. Tickets can be booked via this link: https://bit.ly/3AwK9Ap
Music Function – Thursday 15 September at 5.30pm
Music Function celebrates all students involved in curriculum and co-curricular Music. It is an opportunity to meet other Music parents and to farewell Year 12 students. An invitation will be sent soon via email. Bookings can be made via this link: https://bit.ly/3TuJSq3
Auditions for Sydney Youth Orchestras (SYO) 2023
Applications close Thursday 8 September 2022. SYO have 14 orchestras and ensembles. For more information, please visit the link: https://bit.ly/3KFmdiY
Upcoming Music Term Dates:
| Monday 5 September | HSC Music compositions due |
| Wednesday 7 September | HSC Music 2 and Music Extension Performance Exam |
| Thursday 8 September | HSC Music 1 Performance + Viva Voce Exam P1 Year 12 Family Service rehearsal |
| Friday 9 September | American Tea Captain of Music/Music Committee forms due |
| 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 |
Top Image Credit: Confirmation Service Chapel Choir
Mrs Kim Barber
Head of Music
