Music News
Assembly
Thank you to Mrs Cooney for her thoughtful tribute to Australian singer-songwriter Archie Roach at Assembly last week. The song ‘It’s Not too Late’ was particularly thought-provoking, with its themes of peace and forgiveness.
Vita Musicale
All Senior and Junior school music ensembles are busy polishing their repertoire in readiness for the Whole School Concert scheduled for Friday, 19th August commencing at 6:00pm. It is vital that students ensure they attend all rehearsal in preparation for this concert. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening of musical performances from all our co-curricular music ensembles.
There will be a full dress rehearsal next Friday afternoon as per the schedule below:
12.30pm-12.55pm | Senior Choir |
12.55pm-1.15pm | Stage Band |
1.15pm-1.40pm | Concert Band |
1.40pm-2.00pm | Rock Band |
2.00pm-2.30pm | Handbells |
2.30pm-2.50pm | Chamber |
2.50pm-3.20pm | Senior Orchestra |
Orpheus Strings Student Concert
Orpheus Strings is preparing for their student concert on Sunday, 11th September. Many BMGS students are involved in the student orchestra rehearsals which are held at BMGS on Sundays at 3:00pm. All string players, both students and adult learners, from across the Blue Mountains are welcome to take the opportunity to be a part of this community event.
Please see Mrs Cooney for more information.
Diary Dates
Stage 6 Aural Workshop: Tuesday, 16th August, 1:00pm-3:00pm during class
Vita Musicale: Friday, 19th August, 6:00pm, Cuff Hall
HSC Drama and Music Showcase: 23rd and 24th August, Performing Arts Centre
Live at the Village Music Festival: Saturday, 27th August, Blue Mountains Theatre, Springwood
AYO Young Symphonists: 23rd Sep to 1st Oct 2023, Bathurst
Mrs Debbie Smith
Head of Music