Performing Arts - Music & Theatre
Head of Performing Arts & Instrumental Music - Carolyn Hernandez













Overnewton Anglican Community College
Performing Arts - Music & Theatre
Head of Performing Arts & Instrumental Music - Carolyn Hernandez
Last week was an exciting time for 180 of the College’s musicians, who featured in nine concerts held across the Yirramboi and Canowindra campuses. The performances predominantly showcased individual students and the progress they have made through their instrumental and vocal lessons. On Tuesday, the Year 7–12 Vocal Concert culminated in a performance by the Senior School Choir.
It was a delight to watch students from Prep to Year 12 take to the stage. Whether performing in their first concert or their last, students demonstrated confidence and pride in their achievements. Their sense of accomplishment was evident, making the concerts a wonderful celebration of their musical learning and development.
Thank you to the families, friends and teachers who attended, to the music staff who provide individual lessons and to Mr David Bennett and the VET Sound Production class for facilitating sound at the Tuesday concert.


Congratulations to the 19 string students who participated in Australian Music Examination Board exams across the day on Saturday. There is a break this weekend, before exams continue for brass and piano students the following weekend.
ANZCA Music Examinations will follow later in the month.
We wish all students well as they prepare for this important opportunity to showcase their developing skills, demonstrate their progress and receive valuable, authentic feedback on their learning.
On Thursday 6th November at 7pm there is an information evening for families interested in involving their children in the Music Program. Information regarding individual lessons, joining an ensemble, the College Musical and classroom offerings will be available. After a short session together, there is opportunity to discuss instrumental offerings with teachers and students.
To assist in the planning, please register here














| Date | Time | Who? | Event |
| Thursday, 05/11 | 7:00 - 8:15pm | Music Information Evening Presentation regarding Music at Overnewton Location: Yirramboi Campus - Stage, Assembly Hall, S201/2 | Instrumental information night – Symphonic Band |
| Saturday, 07/11 | AMEB Piano Examinations | ||
| Sunday, 08/11 | AMEB Brass Examinations | ||
| Monday, 09/11 | VCE Examinations - Music Inquiry 9:00 am to 10:15 am | ||
| 9:30 - 11:00am | School Alive - Canowindra Campus
| Performance – Year 3&4 Choir (TBC) | |
| Wednesday, 11/11 | 2:45-4:25pm | Junior School Carols Choirs Rehearsals #1 | JS Choirs |
| 5:00 –5:45pm | Year 8 Showcase Season 2 | Performances from the Year 8 Dance and Drama classes | |
| Friday, 13/11 | 8:15 – 12:15 | VSMF – Burrito Band | Year 6 members of the Burrito band |
| VCE Examinations – Written DRAMA 11:45 am to 1:30 pm | |||
| Saturday, 14/11 | AMEB Piano Examinations | ||
| Tuesday, 17/11 | Years 12 Examinations – Music Repertoire 9:00 am to 10:15 am | ||
| Wednesday, 18/11 | 1:45-3:25pm | Junior School Carols Choirs Rehearsals #2 | JS Choirs |
Monday, 23/11
| 9:05am-12:55pm | JS Choirs & speakers | Junior School Carols Rehearsal |
| Tuesday, 24/11 | 9:10-11:30am | JS Choirs & Speakers | Junior School Carols Service (St Paul’s Cathedral) |
| Friday, 27/11 | 5:30-8:30pm | Most College Ensembles, Year Prep to Year 4 classes. | College Twilight Christmas Carols |
| Wednesday, 2/12 | 7:00 – 8:00pm | Year 6 Band Concert | 6G, F, A & E |
| Thursday, 3/12 | 7:00 – 8:00pm | Year 6 Band Concert | 6B, C & D |
Now is an ideal time to register for lessons in 2027. The offering is as follows - acoustic guitar, cello, clarinet, double bass, drumkit, electric bass, electric guitar, euphonium, flute, french horn, piano, saxophone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin and voice. Theory lessons are also available.
For families interested in having their child learn an instrument this term or in 2027, please reach out via the form below.
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For families interested in having their child learn an instrument, please reach out via email or directly via the form below.