Director of Music | Mr Jan Hewerdine

Welcome everyone to Term 3. We closed off last term with a group of 11 musicians travelling to the USA to participate in the Music For All Summer Symposium at Muncie. The six day intensive camp was a revelation to all our participants. We feel certain that the standard of excellence that they were exposed to will filter through to their peers.

During the Term 2 break, we ran workshops for Big Band 2, Big Band 3, TJC Band, European Tour Choir and Orchestra, Percussion 2, Percussion 3, Red Thunder Drumline, an AMEB Woodwind Bootcamp and a First Percussion Ensemble Workshop.

Term 3 promises more highs with the QCMF, the GPS Music Day of Excellence, the Jazz Night and the String Showcase.

Australian Honours Ensemble Programme

Congratulations to Jack Gardiner who received a successful nomination for the Australian Honours Ensemble Programme (AHEP). In addition, Max Beckmann, James Cameron, William Gu, Ethan Ling, Jamie Park and Marindra Welgampola all received successful nominations for the State Honours Ensemble Programme (SHEP). Special mention goes to Jamie Park who is also on the reserve list for AHEP.

Parent Lounge

A crucial component in managing performances and sending out information is through the Parent Lounge. Can I ask that families respond to requests in Parent Lounge promptly. This provides us with rolls and information as to best manage equipment, personnel and transport.

Music Practice Hall

For those students who are working towards AMEB exams, a reminder that Music Practice Hall on Monday afternoons 3.15-5pm is an excellent opportunity to work on your pieces and receive assistance with the aural component of the exam.

Term 3 Events

• GT vs TGS 20 July RTD
• Woodwind AMEB Exams 25 July
• Debating Dinner 25 July
• House Choir 26 July
• GT vs BBC 27 July RTD
• GPS Music Day of Excellence 6 August
• String Showcase 7 August
• GT vs BSHS 10 August RTD
• QCMF 15-18 August
• Open Day 19 August
• Presentation Assembly: Music 20 August
• Terrace Jazz Night 6 September
• Battle of the Rock Bands 20 September
• AMEB Brass Clinic 23 September
• European Tour 23-30 September