Marist College Ashgrove Newsletter

Co-curricular Arts News

Dr Andrew Butt, Program Leader - Co-curricular Arts

Welcome to Term 3!

We’re excited to begin another vibrant chapter in the Co-Curricular Arts calendar, with a full schedule of rehearsals, performances, exhibitions, and creative workshops ahead. As we prepare for a range of important events this term, we remind all students involved in ensembles and arts activities that commitment, punctuality, and preparation are essential.

 

All rehearsals and sessions will go ahead as scheduled this week, with morning rehearsals beginning promptly at 7:30am. To help us start on time, please aim to arrive by 7:25am. Whether you're part of a musical ensemble, drama production, or visual arts group, our shared success depends on every member being present, prepared, and engaged. Let's make Term 3 another outstanding season of creativity and collaboration at Marist.

Marist College Ashgrove Big Bands to Feature at Jumpers & Jazz Festival

Marist College Ashgrove is proud to announce that Big Band 1 and Big Band 2 have once again been invited to perform as the only school ensembles featured on the main program at this year’s Jumpers and Jazz in July festival in Warwick. This is a significant recognition of the outstanding standard of our jazz program and a testament to the talent and dedication of our student musicians.

 

Now in its 21st year, Jumpers and Jazz has become Queensland’s quirkiest and most beloved winter festival. From 17–27 July, Warwick’s tree-lined streets will come alive with vibrant textile art, street installations, artisan markets, and the soulful sounds of live jazz. As part of the main program, MCA’s Big Bands will perform on the Leslie Park Jazz Arena stage on Sunday 27 July, from 10:45 am to 11:45 am.

 

This is a unique opportunity for our students to share their music with a broader audience in a professional setting. Audiences can expect high-energy sets featuring a mix of classic swing, contemporary jazz, and funk-infused favourites—delivered with the polish and passion that have become hallmarks of the Marist Big Bands.

 

Join us in Warwick for what promises to be a highlight of the jazz calendar—and a proud moment for Marist Performing Arts! Here is a link to the full program.

 

Marist College Ashgrove to Shine at Queensland Catholic Colleges Music Festival

Marist College Ashgrove is once again proud to be represented at the Queensland Catholic Colleges Music Festival (QCMF)—one of the largest and most prestigious school music festivals in Australia. Held annually at Villanova College in Brisbane, QCMF celebrates the rich musical life of Catholic schools across Queensland and beyond, welcoming over 15,000 students from more than 100 schools to perform over four days.

The festival provides a unique platform for ensembles of all types—bands, choirs, orchestras, and instrumental groups—to perform in a supportive environment. It is a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the shared joy of making music.

 

Marist College Ashgrove will be proudly represented by seven ensembles, showcasing the depth and diversity of our Performing Arts program. Families and supporters are warmly encouraged to attend and cheer on our talented musicians at the following sessions:

  • Marist Voices – Friday 15 August, 5:07 pm
  • Chamber Strings – Friday 15 August, 7:37 pm
  • Performance Choir – Saturday 16 August, 9:56 am
  • Chamber Choir – Saturday 16 August, 1:00 pm
  • Big Band 1 – Saturday 16 August, 5:54 pm
  • Symphony Orchestra – Sunday 17 August, 10:05 am
  • Wind Orchestra 1 – Sunday 17 August, 1:50 pm

Further details regarding venue locations and arrival times will be shared in the near future.

Art Club & Games Workshop – Term 3

Art Club and Games Workshop will resume in Week 2!

 

Students from any year level (Years 5–12) are invited to come along and join like-minded peers with an interest in art or games.

  • Art Club this term will focus on paint pouring and stencil art.
  • Games Workshop welcomes students interested in D&D, Warhammer, board games, or card games. Bring along your characters, projects, or games from home and enjoy an hour of discussion, creating, or role-playing.

When: Tuesday afternoons, 3:30 – 4:30 pm (commencing Week 2)Where: Room A03 (Art)Cost: Free (basic art materials provided)

Please contact Ms Larsen for more information: larsenc@marash.qld.edu.au

ASHCam 2025 Launch

The annual photography competition, ASHCam, is now open to all in the Marist College community. This event provides a platform for students, parents, relatives, Old Boys, and staff to engage with photography and video across a range of styles and themes.

Suggested themes include: Images from Nature, Landscapes, Social Documentary, People, Pets, Portraits, Architecture, The Night Sky, Still Life, and Underwater.

Categories:

  • Primary (Years 5 & 6)
  • Middle (Years 7–10)
  • Senior (Years 11 & 12)
  • Open (Greater Marist community – parents, relatives, staff, Old Boys)
  • NEW for 2025: Video/Time-Based Media – open to all age groups

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