Music - Week 6

Open Day

All aspects of the Music Department at John XXIII will be on full display during the Open Day on Saturday 11 March. Performances of the Chamber Choir, Senior Flute Ensemble, Clarinet and Saxophone Ensembles, String Quartets, Swing Band and Guitar Ensembles will be scattered across the grounds, filling the air with beautiful sounds! Wander through the new Performing Arts Centre, the Library Courtyard and Chapel Lawn to hear some of the College’s senior ensembles perform.

Twilight Recital

The first Twilight Recital for the year is to be held on the evening of Sunday 26 March at 5:30pm. Students in all years who are enrolled in instrumental/vocal lessons (through or outside the College) are invited to perform in a relaxed environment to a welcoming and supportive audience. Entry forms are available in the Music Office and through College Music Tutors from Thursday, 2 March and close on Tuesday 21 March.

Holy Week Concert

All members of the College community are invited to attend a celebration of sacred music as part of the Holy Week proceedings. Performances from the Chamber Choir, Treble Choir, Senior String Quartet and selected soloists will take place in the reflective setting of the College Chapel on the evening of Monday 3 April at 7:00pm. This beautiful evening concert is a perfect way to celebrate the coming of Easter!

Notice of Missed Lessons

For all students taking lessons on an instrument or voice at the College, please be reminded that notification of a child missing a lesson must be provided by 3:00pm the day before the scheduled lesson. Notification should be given directly to tutors, or to the Music Department. If sufficient notice is given for a valid absence, the lesson can be rescheduled by the tutor. For clarification on any policies, please refer to the Music Handbook, available in the Music Office or on the school website.

James Kros

Director of Music