Music - Week 15

Autumn Soiree

Congratulations to the over 200 John XXIII College musicians who performed at the Autumn Soiree on Sunday night. It was an appropriate setting, with the beautiful and energetic music accompanied by howling wind and rain!

The Concert Band, Wind Band, Wanju Voices, Treble Choir, Senior Guitar Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choirs each did themselves credit, with enthusiastic and engaging performances in a variety of genres and styles.

The concert was attended by over 400 appreciative audience members.   We look forward to the Spring Soiree in September!

Music Eisteddfod

Entries for the John XXIII College Music Eisteddfod are now open! This year’s eisteddfod is scheduled for Sunday, 18 June and Monday, 19 June, when guest adjudicators are invited to provide positive feedback for performers. Last year saw a record number of participants and we invite all musicians to submit entries in the vocal, percussion, strings, wind and brass, piano and guitar sections to perform and earn points for their House! Each section is divided into Junior and Senior, and parents and friends are encouraged to fill up the audience in support – music will be echoing from every corner of the College! Winners for each section are invited to perform at the Eisteddfod Winners Concert on Sunday, 25 June, where they will also receive their trophy.

Entry forms for the Music Eisteddfod are available through the Music Office,  from music staff, or attached to the end of this article.  Submissions close on Friday, 26 May.  Junior entries incur a $3.00 entry fee, and senior entries $5.00. Piano accompaniment can be provided – free of charge – for all entries.  Any queries, please contact the Music Department: music.secretary@johnxxiii.edu.au

St George's Cathedral Lunchtime Concert

All families are invited to attend the annual lunchtime concert at St George’s Cathedral, located in the heart of Perth city. This concert features small ensembles – vocal and instrumental – in the beautiful surrounds and acoustics of the cathedral, and is scheduled for 1:00pm on Wednesday, 21 June. Entry is free to all members of the public.

Applications For Instrumental Lessons

There are still a limited number of placements available for instrumental and vocal lessons in Semester 2.  Forms are available online and from the Music Office.

James Kros

Director of Music