Music at Mary Bailey House and Del Monte

Music at Mary Bailey House (Curricular)

Mary Bailey House is buzzing with the sounds of children’s voices. We have been exploring the use of dynamics when we sing; whispering to ensure our voices are soft and singing with full voices so that all the staff can hear us. As we have moved into the middle of the year, the students are mastering essential skills such as patience in waiting their turn, attentive listening to instructions, harmonious ensemble playing, tonal singing, and active participation. The nurturing environment that is created fosters a sense of safety and inclusivity, empowering each child to confidently engage and freely express themselves through music.

Cecilia Pensini
Music Teacher | Head of Strings P-4

Music at Del Monte (Curricular)

It was great to hear our marvellous students performing at the Term 2 Recital, learning concert behaviour (introducing your piece and yourself, bowing, clapping others) and playing a piece for the enjoyment of the college audience. 

In class music our students love using the instruments to explore the concepts of music. Year 4 have arranged rhythm compositions and performed them on djembes in groups. Year 1 enjoyed the big bass drum, creating a rhythm which the class echos, as part of a larger singing game. All grades rehearsed singing Hearts on Fire for the Reconciliation liturgy and as always raise their voices in song with great enthusiasm. 

Students are gearing up for the Gala Concert with combined rehearsals of groups across the grades. Always looking ahead, we have begun preparations for St Dominic’s Day, learning responses and songs for the celebratory Mass. 

Phillipa Knight
Coordinator of Music P-4

Gala massed choral items – rehearsal tracks

For all the students participating in massed choral features at the Gala Concert, a reminder that VO boasts exhaustive resources to support personal revision. Here is the link for Del Monte (Laudare, Siena & Year 4) Choirs. Events like Gala represent a collective achievement, and we commend our students for their diligent personal preparation to ensure a world class outcome is achieved as always.

Gala tickets selling fast!

TIckets are already selling fast and this year’s 130th Anniversary Gala promises to be a highlight of the College year, showcasing our magnificent student body and fostering memories that our students will cherish for years to come.  The theme – A Celebration of Humanity | Growing in Love – is not just a celebration of our College’s history, but through music, it is a statement of our vision for our future.

Doors open at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start, with all ticketing being General Admission.

For information about logistics and student participation at the Gala Concert, please see the Director’s submission this week on VV: