Music at Gioia House (Curricular)
Gioia House Choir
As the year draws to a close, we congratulate the Gioia House Choir on their wonderful performance at the annual Fra Angelico Festival. Their renditions of Firefly and Sweet Silent Night were captivating and reflected the dedication and hard work that went into preparing for this special occasion. We finished the year with a final celebration of music at the Closing Liturgy on Wednesday 3 December. Year 5 sang farewell to Year 6 with Andy Beck’s Light of Grace, and Year 6 in turn passed on their gift to Year 5 through Beck’s Carry the Light. What a beautiful way to mark the end of the year together.
Gioia House Instrumental
The Gioia House Instrumental program has also finished on a high note, with students showcasing their progress at the Learning Showcase in Week 6. It was inspiring to see the commitment and creativity that flourished during instrumental time, and we congratulate all students on their achievements. Year 6 students have now returned their instruments, and we encourage them to continue their musical journey by enrolling in lessons or joining ensembles such as Concert Band, Sinfonietta, or College Choir in 2026. Year 5 students will keep their instruments over the holiday break, continuing the wonderful practice habits they have developed this year. We look forward to welcoming them back in 2026 and celebrating the new opportunities and achievements that await.
For our incoming Year 5 students, we cannot wait to begin this journey with you. Early in 2026, you will receive information about selecting your instrument for Years 5 and 6, marking the start of your musical adventure.
Froukje Werlemann-Godfrey
Head of Music 5-12 (Part time)
A Message from the Director of Music
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