INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Year 7 Rock Band Performance
Congratulations to Year 7 students Minna, Austin, Sigourney and Brock for their performance on the Music 2 Deck during Health & Wellbeing Week.
The band has been rehearsing weekly since forming in March this year and are already starting to sound like superstars! We look forward to seeing more exciting performances from you.
LHS ‘The Voice’ 2023
Last week, over 30 students from Years 7 – 12 participated in the blind auditions for this year’s ‘The Voice’ competition. Well done to all of these brave singers and thank you to our judges – Mr Morgan, Miss Lie, Ms Pischuitta, Shan, Stacey, Erin, Checca and last year’s winner, Max Caulfield.
Congratulations to the following students who made it to the heats which took take place last Thursday and Friday.
- Year 7 - Keira Kellett, Oliver Bain, Jasmine Thompson and Callum Eade
- Year 8 - De Pereira and York Newell
- Year 10 - Taylah Mae Gundry
- Year 11 – Ayla Harnett, Olivia Bradshaw and Anais Pacinotti
NEVR Rookie Band Workshop
Lilydale High School has been selected to host this year's NEVR Rookie Band Workshop for all beginning band students in the North-East Victorian region.
Students who learn woodwind, brass and percussion instruments will work alongside over 100 students from other schools and with professional tutors and conductors, to rehearse and present a brief performance in the PAC Theatre at the end of the day.
September Soiree
Thursday 7 September
Congratulations and well done to all our amazing soloists and small ensembles who showcased their latest pieces at this year's September Soiree, in the PAC Theatre.
VCE Drama
Year 11 and 12 Drama students have been busy devising their solo performances and recently celebrated with a Tea Party. Students were asked to wear part of their costume and bring something tasty to share that had a symbolic connection to their solo character.
Parents and friends are welcome to attend the Unit 4 Solo Showcase on Tuesday 12 September at 6 pm in the PAC Theatre.
One Act Play Festival
Guitar student, Noah Vincent (Year 11) recently entertained patrons and performers at the Dandenong Ranges One-Act Play Festival held at the Gem Community Arts Centre. Mr Jennings (LHS teacher) was an adjudicator.
It’s wonderful to see both our students and teachers celebrating the performing arts in the local community.
Up-coming Community Band Performances
Sunday 29 October
Mt Evelyn Street Party
Saturday 2 December
Lilydale Street Fair
Term 4 Dates
Thursday 5 October
‘LHS The Voice’ Grand Final
Thursday 12 October
‘Encore! 2023’ - End of Year Concert
Friday 20 October
NEVR Regional Rookie Band Workshop
Monday 27 November (onwards)
2024 New and re-enrolments
Friday 1 December
Return of LHS-hired instruments
Jacki Goode
Instrumental Music Coordinator