Performing Arts
Music Matters
Elective Music Performance Showcase – A Triumphant Beginning
Last week, we proudly hosted our inaugural Elective Music Performance Showcase, bringing together families, friends, and members of the College community to celebrate the dedication and passion of our talented young musicians. The evening was the culmination of the work in our Elective Music classrooms throughout the year. Performances ranged from soulful solos to vibrant ensemble pieces, showcasing not only technical skill but also creativity, collaboration, and the joy of making music. The packed audience was treated to a vibrant program spanning Beethoven to Billy Joel and The Beatles, with performances showcasing everything from traditional instruments to bouzoukis and a piano accordion!
The Showcase was met with enthusiastic applause, recognising both the artistry and the courage of our performers. It was a night filled with inspiration, community spirit, and an appreciation for the hard work that goes into every note played. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who attended, supported, and encouraged our musicians, and we look forward to seeing this special event grow into a proud annual tradition. Bravo to our talented performers and their music teachers – the legacy and future of music at St Pius X College is in excellent hands.
HSC Music Trials
Well done to our Music 1, Music 2, and Music Extension students, who performed their HSC programs with their accompanists for external examiners at the Music Trials practical examination last week. This important milestone gave them valuable experience and feedback in preparation for their upcoming final HSC practical examinations, where they will once again showcase their skills and musicality.
Feast of the Assumption Mass
Our Junior Chorale and Senior Chorale students will be performing at the 10:30 am Feast of the Assumption Mass at Our Lady of Dolours on Friday. Parents and caregivers should have received an email from Mr Saar with detailed information. We will have a combined choir rehearsal this Thursday morning to prepare for this special Feast Day.
Celebration of Learning: Next Monday, 18 August will see our Intermediate Concert Band provide music at the Celebration of Learning for Years 7 – 10 at The Concourse. This will also provide a valuable rehearsal opportunity before they compete at the State Championships in a few weeks. We thank our ICB members and their conductor, Ms Laura Power for this valuable contribution to the event. Students will meet Ms Power at the music rooms at 9:00 am for set up and subsequent rehearsal at The Concourse.
From PAPA
SAVE THE DATE – PAPA’s annual fundraiser Comedy Night, 20 September:
Joke of the week:
Q. What is Beethoven’s favourite fruit?A. Ba-na-na-na!
Mrs Sylvia Ulevik - PAPA President
(papaparents@pandf.spx.nsw.edu.au)
Important Performing Arts dates this term:
Feast of the Assumption Mass – Friday 15 August – Junior and Senior Chorales - 10:30 am - OLD Church
Celebration of Learning Years 7 – 10 - Monday 18 August – The Concourse – Intermediate Concert Band
NSW State Band Championships (time TBC) - Sunday 24 August - Intermediate Concert Band
HSC Showcase: Splinters, Splashes, Sounds, Snaps, Stage and Stories – Wednesday 27 August – all welcome
Father's Day Mass and Breakfast - Friday 5 September
‘Farewell to Seniors’ Twilight Concert – Friday 5 September
Manly Jazz Festival – Senior Jazz Band - Saturday 20 September, 10:00 am - 10:45 am (1st band on the Jazz Stars of The Future stage).
Forestville RSL Concert - Wednesday 17 September - Intermediate Jazz Ensemble
PAPA Comedy Fundraiser – Saturday 20 September
Elective Music SSO excursion (Years 9 – 11) Sydney Opera House - Thursday 25 September
Mrs Annabel Westhoff - Leader of Learning, Performing Arts
Drama Matters
Year 7 Cartoon Chase
Extra help and/or rehearsals is available for any Year 7 student on Thursday and Friday lunchtime in Week 4. Come to the Sarto Centre at lunchtime. Year 7, please meet on the verandah with your lunch.
Year 9 & 10 Elective Drama STC Excursion letter
Please download and sign the permission letter and ask your son to hand it to Ms Lindley.
Upcoming Drama events:
Thursday 14 & Friday 15 Drama Rehearsals Lunchtime: Year 7 & Year 9 performers/movie makers can come to the Sarto for help with their Cartoon Chase Scene and/or Celebration of Learning Performance
Monday 18 August: Celebration of Learning
Wednesday 20 August: Fools in Progress performing their Commedia dell’arte play for Year 8 in the Sarto Centre
Monday 25 August: HSC Practical Examination hand in
Wednesday 27 August: HSC Major Works: Splinters, Splashes, Sounds, Snaps, Stage & Stories (HSC Drama class will perform both their GP & IP)
Friday 29 August: HSC Drama practical examinations from 8:30 am
Friday 5 September: Oliver Twist cast, crew & musicians meet up in the Sarto from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. From 5:00 pm we will say Farewell to the Seniors at the Twilight Concert.
Wednesday 10 September: The Talented Mr Ripley at Sydney Theatre Company for Year 9 & 10 Elective Drama
Ms Penny Lindley - Leader of Learning, Drama