Music
GPS Music Showcase
Congratulations once again to the musicians who represented Churchie at the GPS Music Showcase. The level of musicianship was extremely high, and it was a wonderful effort to bring everything together in one day of rehearsals. High-level music, such as this, would not be possible without the amazing musicianship and music literacy of all students involved. It proves once again that music is truly a universal language.
Participant names
| James Aralar | Eric Kim |
| Marcus Chan | Junee Kim |
| Lucas Ding | William Kim |
| Will Dique | Hunter Luostarinen |
| Henry Down | Alex Ma |
| James Duffy | Bill McCart |
| Thomas Dwyer | Alastair McDonald |
| Rémy Gaffney | Rehan Mubarak |
| Archie Goodison | Noah Oxenford |
| Guy Gorwood | Toby Pattison |
| Charles Hartwright | Ben Shepherd |
| Ellis Hogan | Alex Smith |
| Jesse Hughes | Ocean Tiao |
| Dimitri Karanicolas | Gabin Won |
| Rafferty Keirnan | Hayden Zhu |
VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS ON PIXEVETY
Music Support Group – Mt Rokko
This is a photo from the recent Japan Music Tour in 2023, where the students had an amazing meal at Rokko View Palace, donated by the Music Support Group. This is one of the many opportunities that MSG fundraises and works tirelessly toward in support of the Churchie Music students. Please come along to the Music Support Group Launch and Welcome this Thursday 15 February 2024 at 6 pm to find out more about what the Music Support Group does.
Generations in Jazz performance
In 2019, the music students embarked on the Generations in Jazz tour to Mt Gambier. This year heralds the return of this amazing music tour experience for Churchie musicians. James Morrison AM is the convenor of this magnificent event, putting the students first in a weekend of performances, workshops and performances from James and other internationally renowned artists who exclusively perform at the festival. For more information, please come along to the Music Support Group Launch and Welcome on Thursday 15 February 2024 at 6 pm.
Music Calendar Launch and Welcome
A reminder for any students interested in the 2024 Mt Gambier Generations in Jazz Tour, the 2025 Vienna music tour for students in Years 8 to 12, or anyone in Years 7 to 12 who would like to hear about the 2024 music calendar and meet the wonderful music community, please come along to the Music Calendar Launch and Welcome on Thursday 15 February at 6 pm.
It is a wonderful opportunity for students and their parents to come along and meet other parents and students within the music community, especially if you are new to the School or in Year 7. The evening will serve as an opportunity to view photos from the recent Japan Tour and find out about Generations in Jazz this year and the Strings and Choral tour in 2025. You will also receive some wonderful information on the music calendar events followed by an opportunity to share some food and drinks with the parent and student community courtesy of the Music Support Group. The event will take place in the Centenary Lecture Theatre on Thursday 15 February 2024.
Commissioning service
A huge congratulations to our Senior Chaplain, The Reverend Sharon Mitchell, on her commissioning last Wednesday 7 February 2024. The members of Viking Vocals 1 and Chamber Strings 1 accompanied the service beautifully, with hymns to the familiar theme of Ode to Joy and yet another stunning rendition of Gabriel’s Oboe by Chamber Strings 1. One of the members of the clergy was so moved by the music and was quick to pass on his appreciation to Reverend Sharon. Congratulations to all the musicians that made this service so special.
Drumline at volleyball
A small, dedicated contingent of Churchie woodwind, brass and percussion students added to the atmosphere of the Firsts VI’s tunnel at Saturday’s home game. Comments from the audience were noted the music gave everyone goosebumps and ignited the spectators’ enthusiasm. Congratulations to all the musicians for showing their support for Churchie Volleyball.
AMEB Results
At the end of last year, we had some AMEB results in the Voice and Communication Department. Congratulations to:
- Hayden Pollock: Voice and Communication (Preliminary) A+
- Ben Shepherd: Voice and Communication (Grade 2) A+
- Bill McCart: Voice and Communication (Grade 7) A+
- Lachlan Mills: Speech and Performance (Grade 8) A+
If you’d like to learn more effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, please see the attached flyer and contact jules.hanlon@churchie.com.au for more information on how to enrol in lessons:
May Concert Series
Preparations for the May Concert Series in Term 2 are well and truly underway. The May Concert Series is a culmination of work completed over two terms. Keep up the practice and place the following dates in your diaries:
- Bands Concert – Thursday 2 May 2024
- Choral Concert – Thursday 16 May 2024
- Strings and Guitar Concert – Thursday 23 May 2024
Bohdan Davison
Director of Music