Performing Arts - Music & Theatre

Unique Musical Experiences Over the Holidays

Article by Carolyn Hernandez, Head of Performing Arts

Several Overnewton Anglican Community College students enjoyed unique musical experiences over the recent holidays, taking their skills beyond the College and performing alongside other young musicians.

The College band EJPJ, who performed at Presentation Night on Tuesday evening, also featured at Resonate – Youth Music Showcase, held at the Bowery Theatre. This talented quartet performed their original music in a Jazz Fusion style, demonstrating their creativity, musicianship and growing independence as young musicians. 

Students Miles and Jacinta took part in Monash Brass Day at the suggestion of Ms Going, the College Director of Symphonic and Gravity Bands. The students joined young musicians from across Victoria, developing their skills through workshops, rehearsals and ensemble performance.

Year 9 student Lachie is a Leading Cadet in the Australian Air Force Cadets. During the holidays, he was accepted into 432 Musicians Flight as a member of the Marching and Concert Band. Over four days, Lachie learnt 17 pieces of music in preparation for the Australian Air Force Cadets Annual Parade on Sunday 11 October. We wish him well for this special performance.

Learning an instrument and being part of a College ensemble equips students to take their musical skills to a wider audience, collaborate with other musicians and embrace opportunities beyond the College. Congratulations to these students for making the most of these opportunities and representing Overnewton College with such enthusiasm and musicianship.

Big Band 2!

After the enormous success of the Big Band, as seen at Presentation Night on Tuesday night, a second band is being formed. Auditions for both bands will be held for interested students in Year 7-11 in week 3 of this term. 

It is expected that both bands will complete at the prestigious Generations in Jazz in 2027.

To receive detailed information register your interest below. 

Term 4 Performances

There are many Performing Arts events on the College Calendar 

Register for Instrumental/Vocal lessons in Term 4

Now is the perfect time to register for music lessons at the College. The offering is as follows - acoustic guitar, cello, clarinet, double bass, drumkit, electric bass, electric guitar, euphonium, flute, french horn, piano, saxophone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin and voice. Theory lessons are also available. 

For families interested in having their child learn an instrument in Semester 2,

please reach out via the form below. 

Instrumental/Vocal lessons 

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For families interested in having their child learn an instrument, please reach out via email or directly via the form below.