From the Music Department
Congratulations…
…to Justin L who competed in the Ryde Eisteddfod between 10-12 August on Flute. He was awarded 2nd place in Woodwind Brass Contemporary Solo 14 & Under, 3rd place in Woodwind Brass Baroque 14 & Under and Highly Commended in Encore Woodwind Brass Solo (Unaccompanied) 14 & Under. Outstanding achievements Justin, well done!
Private Music Lessons
The final day for notice of a student ceasing lessons at the end of Term 3 is Thursday 29 August. Please email privatemusiclessons@shore.nsw.edu.au if you would like your son to cease private music lessons at the end of this Term. Please give a reason for ceasing.
Music Function
Music Function will be held in the Hawkins Foyer on Tuesday 19 September. This event is open to all Co-curricular Music students and is an opportunity for Music parents and students to mingle. There will be a music performance, and drinks and finger food will be served. Invitations will be sent out shortly, and bookings are essential. Book here.
House Music Awards
Auditions for House Music Awards will occur before the end of Term 3. Students may audition for an external adjudicator to receive feedback, and a selection of students will perform during Tutor Period in Term 4 to six Houses in the Smith Auditorium for Junior and 18 for Senior. For further information, please contact Ms A Wentzel.
American Tea
Students are welcome to busk at American Tea on Friday 13 September. Please sign up in the Music Department if you wish to perform. Ms Wentzel will confirm your involvement, including details of time and venue closer to the event. Sign-up closes on 6 September.
Term 3 Music Calendar
| Upcoming Dates | |
|---|---|
| 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