Music 

No shortage of opportunities in Music lately! 

A snapshot from this term's BHS Music Notes

Blackburn Primary School visit - Friday April 19

The Thursday Big Band travelled to Blackburn Primary School to perform at their weekly assembly.

The band performed their program for GiJ, as well as hearing some of the BPs students perform.  We look forward to  having more connections with BPS in the future.

Jazz@Club - Monday April 22

Jazz@Club BHS was a highlight for our students in the week leading up to the Generations in Jazz Camp at Mount Gambier in early May.  Adorned with complete stage and tables for the audience, the school gym resembled more of an intimate jazz club than a basketball court. 

Each of the seven ensembles participating in the Generations in Jazz tour from May 3 to 5, presented their full programs to a packed audience.

A great night was had by all.

ANZAC service - Tuesday April 23

Our ANZAC service at school, which is always a wonderful, but solemn occasion. 

 Harvey G. performed the Last Post and Reville, which was an honour and a high pressure performance.   Lavi T. performed the New Zealand National Anthem accompanied by the Symphonic Band.

Open Day - Tuesday April 23

Vocal Ensemble, Concert Strings, Thursday Big Band and assorted small groups ran open rehearsals and provided short performance for the parents and students visiting our school for Open Day. 

Lunchtime performances 

These continue to be popular - showcasing ensembles and sharing the music program with the school community. 

Generations in Jazz - May 1 to 3

Blackburn High School had a palpable presence at GiJ this year!  Across different venues and performance times, all our ensembles attracted large audiences.  Students were elated and energised by their performances. 

Wow, Just Wow! - probably the best school excursion I have ever had!  

Kayleigh G.

Monday May 27 - Mid-Year Milestones and VCE Soirees begin

Wednesday May 29 - NEVR Concert at Hamer Hall 

From Tuesday June 11 - Unit 3 Soirees begin 

Monday June 17 - Inaugural Symphonic Band House Cup 

Thursday June 27 - Mid Year Concert  

Coming up In Semester 2

Thursday July 18 - Small Ensembles concert 

Thursday August 15 - Performance of The Wrong Trousers 

Tuesday August 27 - Junior Band and Concert Strings tour

to Blackburn Primary School 

Friday September 6 - Choir performance at South Street Eisteddfod

September 9-13 - Ensemble performances at South Street Eisteddfod

Saturday September 14 - State Schools Spectacular

Thursday September 19 - Spring Concert - Senior Ensembles 

Got the Wrong Trousers?  Don't worry - we've got you covered.

Our Uniform Shop is now stocking black concert items for students who may need outfitting for a concert.  Items are available for $10 each.  The shop is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:15 to 9:15am or by appointment with Andrea Julien in the general office.