Director of Music | Acting Director, Mr Jan Hewerdine

A reminder to all that lessons and ensemble rehearsals continue during exams. Ensembles may be cancelled at the discretion of the conductors.

As we approach the end of term, could I please ask that students keep an eye on their lesson timetables and notify their Music/Speech and Drama teachers in advance of any absences related to class assessment. Most of our teachers are employed on a casual basis with teaching portfolios spread across multiple schools. Early notification of such absences will assist them in making the most of their time and ensuring your sons’ lessons are kept up to date. Whilst we have access to assessment calendars, some assessments are not always notified through this medium. We rely on students to inform us of potential clashes. Parental support in this area is appreciated.

Well done Black Concert Band who played at assembly this week.

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.

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 Culture>Music.

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, 9-12pm Room 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