Director of Music | Acting Director, Mr Jan Hewerdine

As the term draws to a close, I would like to address those undertaking external music examinations. Within the first two weeks of Term 3, many students will be sitting AMEB or similar, exams. The upcoming holidays provide a much needed opportunity for candidates to work on the various elements of these exams.  A regular practice regime is the most effective tool for gaining a credible result. No amount of lessons can substitute for organised, methodical and consistent practice. Success in music is calculated in the amount of hours of practice done. I encourage all candidates to prioritise your time and put greater effort into practicing ahead of other discretionary activities.

There was no assembly this week.

An event memo for the Celebration of Excellence Orchestra will coming soon. Although this is a Term 4 event, forward planning requires us to know well ahead of schedule if any musicians will not be present on the night. I will email respective members’ families soon.

Years 5 and 6 classroom Music students have received a new piece of music “Carmina Burana” which they must commit to memory. This will be used in the Celebration of Excellence early in Term 4. Please encourage the boys to start memorising this sooner rather than later. This will be further handed out to all Red and Black ensembles as well.

Please note below the expanded list of workshops for ensembles in the first week of holidays. We are seeking maximum attendance in preparation for the upcoming Queensland Catholic Music Festival.

Please check the Terrace App and Parent Lounge regularly as this is where information regarding various events (see the list below) will now be published. As events are approved and posted to the Parent Lounge, you will be sent an email advising the name of the event, including the Event Memo, to check and you will be required to give a response regarding attendance. Event Memos will also be available through the Terrace App in CultureMusic.

Term 2 Events (first week of Term 2 holidays)

• Red Thunder Drumline Workshop Monday 25 June  9-3pm Tennyson
• Red Concert Band Workshop Monday 25 June  9-12pm Room 320/1
• Red Big Band Workshop Monday 25 June 12.30-3pm Room 322
• First Percussion Ensemble Workshop Tuesday 26 June  9-3pm Room 320/1
• Percussion 2 Workshop Wednesday 27 June 9-12pmRoom 320/1
• Percussion 3 Workshop Wednesday 27 June  12.30-3.30pm Room 320/1 
• TJC Band Workshop Wednesday 27 June  9-12pm Room 322
• Black Concert Band Workshop Thursday 28 June  9-12pm Room 320/1
• Black Big Band Workshop Thursday 28 June  12.30-2.30pm Room 320/1