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Languages

2017 Sydney Chinese Language Spectacular

On 23rd  October, thirteen boys from the Year 7 and Year 8 Chinese classes participated in the annual “2017 Sydney Chinese Language Spectacular” which took place in the Town Hall. This event was a great opportunity for students all over Sydney to showcase their talents and knowledge of the Chinese language and culture. It allowed students to further develop their skills in Chinese as well as learn new skills from each other.  Prior to the performance, the boys enjoyed Yumcha in Shanghai Stories at The Concourse.  

Here are some thoughts from the students who attended this event:

“The Chinese Spectacular was a unique experience – one that we’ll never forget. We were immersed in a culmination of Chinese culture and tradition, able to experience it firsthand. Not only were we able to sing in the Spectacular but we also attended a Yum-Cha meal prior to the performance, making our hard work all the more rewarding. It was wonderful to see the product of all our early practices and hard work come together as a success. Performing our songs on stage with our peers for the wider Chinese community and Mr Couani really enhanced the experience, bringing the Chinese culture to life. On behalf of the Chinese Club, I extend a warm thanks to Ms Ho, Ms Manga, Mr Donnelly and Mr Couani for attending and organising this memorable occasion”. -  Benjamin Cullen Year 7

“Chinese Spectacular was great fun. We sang a different variety of Chinese songs that were interesting and complex, but very fun to learn.  The yum cha was also very interesting as some people have never had it before, which made it a great experience”. – Andrew McKinnon Year 7

“It was an awesome day, learning new culture and experiencing a variety of things that were new to me and the rest of the students that joined Chinese Club. We had delicious new foods that most of the students may have never tasted before like dumplings and mango pancakes. We sang our hearts out for the performance. I hope all the parents who came enjoyed the night as it was a fantastic night of culture and beauty”. – Joshua Gomez Year 8

A huge congratulations to Benjamin Cullen, Thomas Fong, Ethan Griffin, Andrew Guerrera, Andrew McKinnon, Alex Vaccher, James Baldock, Matthew Felice, Joshua Gomez, Lachlan Miles, Benjamin Mooney, Ethan Rockett and Angus Vardy for their outstanding efforts in representing our school. A special thanks to Mr J Couani for attending the performance and Mr Donnelly for accompanying the boys and myself to this event.

Ms L Ho – Language Teacher

Performing Arts  

PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL

What a week! Over five nights more than 350 students performed and acted their way through our annual Festival. Congratulations to all boys and particularly their Instrumental tutors on the very high standard which was presented. All students who participated in the Festival will receive a Certificate of Participation in coming weeks.

MEET THE MUSIC CONCERT

Years 9, 10 and 11 Elective Music students will attend the final concert in this series TOMORROW night at the Opera House. Students need to be in their seats no later than 6.15pm. The concert concludes at approximately 8.30pm.

YEAR 9 MUSIC PERFORMANCE NIGHT

The final performance night for the year will be held next Tuesday 7th November, commencing at 5.30pm in the Band Room. This is a day earlier than previously advertised. Parking will be available in the Junior School yard.

CELLO TUITION

The College Orchestra is in need of some cellists! Any student who would like to immediately start learning the cello should see Ms Bates in the Performing Arts Staffroom.

ENSEMBLE AUDITIONS 2018

Auditions for new enrolments to the College will take place on Saturday 11th and 18th of November between 9.00am – 4.00pm in the Band Room. Entry to the College will be via the Kirk Street drive way. Any current student who would like to audition (to move to a higher ensemble) is more than welcome. Audition times can be booked by going to: https://www.trybooking.com/317565

The site will close on Tuesday 7th November.

MUSIC TUITION APPLICATIONS 2018

To apply for lessons for next year please go to https://www.trybooking.com/317187 The site will close on Tuesday 7th November. Places are limited and there can be no guarantee of availability, should students wait until the beginning of 2018. Students who are currently having tuition and are continuing in 2018 DO NOT need to re-apply. However, parents do need to notify the relevant tutor IN WRITING that tuition is continuing.

JUNIOR THEATRE SPORTS FINAL

Our team of Ben Cullen (Year 7), Reuben Jacobson, Ashely Johnson, Alec Ramsbottom and Max Wilkins (Year 8) will be competing in the FINAL of the Junior Theatre Sports Competition NEXT Wednesday 8th November at Knox. A supporters bus will depart the College at 5.30pm and will return by 9.00pm (approximately). Any student who would like to attend should sign-up on the sheet at Student Administration, no later than next Tuesday 7th November.

Ms T Bates - Performing Arts Coordinator