Co-curricular Arts News

The Performing Arts program at Marist College Ashgrove has continued to thrive in the latter half of Term 2, with our talented students delivering outstanding performances both at the College and across Brisbane. Our young musicians have once again represented the College with pride and excellence across a range of musical settings.

Wind & Percussion Concert

A major highlight of the term was the Wind & Percussion Concerts, which showcased the vibrant energy and musicality of our ensembles. These spirited performances confirmed the event’s place as one of the cornerstones of the Performing Arts calendar. The ensembles now turn their focus toward preparations for the Catholic Colleges Music Festival, set to take place in August (Term 3).

Guitar Summit

The Marist College Ashgrove Guitar Summit brought together all of the College’s guitar ensembles for a collaborative afternoon of rehearsals and workshops. We were pleased to welcome guest performers from Mary MacKillop College (Nundah), culminating in a combined performance and a special guest appearance by Tyler Cooney & Joseph Rabjohns. The event was a wonderful celebration of the versatility and depth of our guitar program.

Champagnat Day Mass

Thank you to all musicians and the wider MCA community who participated in the Champagnat Day Mass. Through music and shared voice, we honoured the legacy of St Marcellin Champagnat with a deeply moving celebration that resonated with our community and Marist spirit worldwide.

Sing a New Song – St Stephen’s Cathedral

The Chamber Choir was honoured to perform at St Stephen’s Cathedral alongside the Cathedral Choir and other elite ensembles from St Rita’s College, St Laurence’s College, Villanova College, and Lourdes Hill College. This special event premiered a new mass setting composed by Dr Maeve Heaney, celebrating faith through beautiful choral music. It was an inspiring evening that reflected the strength of our Catholic musical community.

Queensland Catholic Schools & Colleges Music Festival (QCMF) – Date Claimer

We’re pleased to share the tentative performance times for ensembles participating in the upcoming QCMF at Villanova College. Final confirmation of these times will be published in the final newsletter of the term:

• Marist Voices – Friday, 15 August (Evening)
• Chamber Strings – Friday, 15 August (Evening)
• Performance Choir – Saturday, 16 August (Morning)
• Chamber Choir – Saturday, 16 August (Afternoon)
• Big Band 1 – Saturday, 16 August (Evening)
• Symphony Orchestra – Sunday, 17 August (Morning)
• Wind Orchestra 1 – Sunday, 17 August (Afternoon)

State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP)

Congratulations to Wyatt Castleman, Tomas Guerrero Hayllar, Edward Hancock, Thomas Lynn, and Tom Masel on their selection for SHEP Brisbane. The program culminated in a superb concert at the Conservatorium Theatre on Sunday, 1 June, and was met with glowing reviews.

Games Workshop – Join the Fun!

Running alongside Art Club, the Games Workshop invites students from Years 5–12 to join in a creative and collaborative space for all things Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer, board games, and card games. Bring your own characters, projects, or games and enjoy a relaxed hour of gaming, imagination, and fun.

When: Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Where: Room A03 (Art)

Cost: Free (Basic art materials provided)

For more information, please contact Ms Larsen at: larsenc@marash.qld.edu.au