Music - Week 14

Autumn Soiree

This Sunday, May 21 all parents, friends and family of the John XXIII College Community are invited to attend the Autumn Soiree. The College’s Senior Large Ensembles, including the Concert Band, Wind Band, Chamber Orchestra, Chamber Choir, Treble Choir and Senior Guitar Ensemble will perform in Roncalli Hall on a night packed with incredible music and talent. Entry will be via gold coin donation with no booking required, and refreshments served from 5:00pm. The Autumn Soiree commences at 6:00pm.

All are welcome!

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

James Kros

Director of Music