Music

Jazzin’ Up the Mall Success

Congratulations to Big Band 1 and Camber Strings 1 on their recent success at the Jazzin’ Up the Mall festival which ran from Monday to Sunday with schools from all over South-East Queensland. The following places were announced during the week, placing these premier ensembles on the right trajectory as they approach the Signature Concert Series of Jazz Under the Stars and Gala:

Division 1

Most Outstanding Jazz Ensemble: Anglican Church Grammar School
Most Outstanding String Ensemble – Senior School: – Anglican Church Grammar Chamber Strings

To listen to these amazing performances please visit the following links below:

Assembly Viking Vocals 1

As we near the pinnacle performance at Jazz Under the Stars for Viking Vocals 1 in 2024, it can be said that preparations are well and truly on track with yet another splendid performance at Headmaster’s Assembly. George Harrison’s composition Something lends itself beautifully to rich harmonics and rhythmic accompaniment.

Please follow this link to a recording of Viking Vocals 1 performing at Headmaster’s Assembly:

Churchie’s Best Solos

If you missed the amazing winning performance from Gabin Won (Flute) and all the other finalists, please take some time to view the video recording below. You can also find a copy of the programme with notes on the performers and their scores:

Percussion Spectacular

On Thursday 25 July 2024 members of Percussion Ensemble 1 travelled to Somerville House for a combined percussion afternoon. The students performed their repertoire for each other and finished with a fully rehearsed tom piece conducted by Mr Will Eager. It was a fantastic collaboration between both schools. A big thank you to Mr Smith and Mr Williamson for organising and overseeing this valuable opportunity for both schools to perform music and share the stage.

Audition music

Audition music for 2025 ensembles is now available on myChurchie. Please take the time to consult your tutor about the best excerpt to perform and the best selection for your own choice. You may wish to use your soiree piece and dedicate your time to perfecting the excerpt. Your tutor will also be able to assist you with any other questions about the process. Upload recordings are due by the end of week seven to allow for new ensembles to begin in Term 4, 2024. If you are successful in your audition for a premiere ensemble, you will be expected to attend Music Camp from 18 to 20 October 2024 so please save the date.

Jazz Under the Stars – James Morrison

A reminder that you can pre-purchase food and drinks to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy the evening this Friday. There will also be food trucks (as an additional option to BYO food), coffee/hot chocolate and beverages for sale on the night (strictly no BYO alcohol). There a still a few tickets available for sale so be quick and don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy great music and food, and support Churchie Music on Main Oval. Tickets are $65 per person for table seating and $50 for general admission. This is great value to see James Morrison and Darren Percival live on Main Oval. Don’t miss out on this amazing event! Please take some time to view the Jazz Under the Stars promotional video below:

Gala Concert

Think of your favourite space movie or a theme that relates to time. Chances are you will hear it and see it at the Gala Concert on Thursday 15 August 2024. Save the date for this spectacular night of themed music with an audio-visual extravaganza.

Congratulations to Bill McCart

Bill has been a committed and enthusiastic member of the music programme since Year 5, currently in Morris Wind Symphony and Symphony Orchestra. He is a great example of balancing his cocurricular and academic pursuits and has recently been offered the Tuckwell Scholarship at ANU. The website states that ‘Scholars are selected on the basis of intellect, character, leadership and their commitment to Australia’. Bill is a great example of the pathways that music and other cocurricular studies can provide in an academic journey.

Congratulations Bill!

Bohdan Davison
Director of Music