Music
Eltham High School
Clasax Competition
On 13 June, 11 students from the Eltham High Symphonic Band clarinet section performed as part of the CLASAX (clarinet and saxophone society) ensemble competition, held at Monash University's Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music. Conducted by clarinet teacher Ryan Lynch, our students rehearsed diligently before school each week leading up their first performance as a clarinet ensemble.
Eltham High School received third place in the Senior Large Ensemble section for their moving performances of Irish Tune from County Derry, and Moonlight Serenade. We are also delighted to announce that Jasper Geddes (Year 10, Skipper House) and Kate Mcrae (Year 11, Toner House) competed in the Senior Small Ensemble category as a duet, winning first place.
The Music Department is incredibly proud of their achievements, and look forward to hearing more clarinet ensemble performances in the future.
Trivia Night
Come along and have some fun at the Eltham High School Friends of Music Trivia Night.
We are running a fully facilitated trivia and games night. You can expect general knowledge trivia, gold coin games and a prize for the winners.We have amazing games masters in Bruce Brewster and Lacey Bloomers. The night is about connecting as a community, having some fun and raising some money to support the EHS music program.
Bring snacks, a bag of gold coins and competitive spirit!
When: Saturday 9 August 2024, 7:00pm for 7:30pm start.
Where: Eltham Bowls Club, 20-50 Susan Street
Tickets: $25 per person.
Tables seat 8 people. You do not have to book a whole table, just come along and meet other music families. Tables will be assigned and filled ahead of the Trivia night. If you wish sit together, please organise for one person to book your tickets all together.
Licensed venue: please note that all drinks must be purchased at the bar, including soft drinks.
All Bar purchases are card only. Eltham Bowls Club sells a variety of beer, wine and soft drinks. Water will be freely available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
Please be mindful of the safety of all Trivia night attendees and plan for designated drivers.
The Trivia night is designed to be a fun night for parents, rather than a family event and may not be suitable for younger children. Any students or people under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is a condition of the licensed premises.
Book your tickets on Trybooking, search Eltham High School and the event will appear, or click/copy this link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDFWU
We would love to see you there. Bring snacks, a card for any drink purchases and gold coins for the games!
Eltham High School Friends of Music
Music Dates
| 29 June - 4 July | Solo Performance Recitals for Instrumental Music Students |
| 23 July | Symphonic Band Sectional Day 2025 |
| 2 - 3 August | Symphonic Band Music Camp |
| 5 - 6 August | Concert Band Music Camp |
RICK KEENAN, Director of Music