Music News
SYO Summer Holiday Program Report
During the summer holidays, Mariella Cigana (Year 5) and I participated in a Sydney Youth Orchestra Holiday program. It went for six days. For the first five days we were at Santa Sabina College, practising six pieces to perform on the sixth day. I play the flute and Mariella the violin. We were in separate groups and worked really hard to get the pieces just right. We performed at the Conservatorium of Music, next to Sydney Harbour. I managed to get a duet at the start of a piece in the concert! It was so fun! I made lots of new friends and had the best time. Rosemary Griffin, Year 7
2024 Music Camp
We are busily planning for our upcoming Music Camp at Yarramundi in Week 10. Students will have the opportunity to learn lots of new music, perhaps try out a new ensemble or two, and enjoy downtime with new friends. There will be a range of fun activities including a talent night, so start planning now!
If you have submitted an Expression of Interest, your child’s attendance is confirmed. We will contact you soon with final payment details.
If your child is interested in attending, there are a few places left! Please see MyBMGS for details and submit the registration form plus your deposit.
There will be a camp meeting for students in Week 9.
The Blue Mountains Orchestra – join now!
Our local mountains orchestra is looking for new players of all orchestral instruments. This is a wonderful opportunity to play in a small community-based group whose purpose is to teach and learn. No auditions are necessary and mentoring young players is a specialty. Call Christine Bartlett on 0417 415157 or go to their website:
www.bluemountainsorchestra.com.au
Private Music Lessons
Our Music Tutors have now resumed teaching their lessons for the year. You can find details of music tuition offered and tutor contact details on MyBMGS: Private Music Lessons. You are welcome to contact the Music tutors directly to arrange lessons or speak to the Music Office if you need further information.
Musical Instrument Hire
BMGS has a range of musical instruments available for hire to students who are taking lessons. Please see MyBMGS: Instrument Loan & Hire for further information and contact the Music Office to enquire about availability
Diary Dates
HSC ENCORE: Monday, 4th March, Years 11 and 12 Elective Music, Sydney Opera House
Music Camp: 5th to 7th April, The Y Camp Yarramundi, Years 7 to 11 Ensemble Musicians
Mrs Deborah Smith
Head of Music