Performing Arts Updates
HSC Music Recital Evening
Monday 3rd September
On Monday evening we were entertained by our talented Music 1 and Music 2 and Extension students. Our Music 1 students, Jock Pryse Jones, Isabella Emmi, Lachlan Hunt and Patrick Keirle all performed impressively in the Performance Theatre and were supported by an incredible team of music tutors including; Barry Patterson, Seb Key, Cass Key and Matt Arthur. Our Music 2 and extension students, Hannah Solari, Sophie Hoskins-Murphy and Hamish McIntyre performed challenging and inspiring programs in Room 68. Mrs Anne-Stevens accompanied Sophie and Hannah magnificently and has been an incredible support to the girls. Thanks must also go to their music tutor Lorraine Moxey who has worked incredibly hard to ensure that her students are well-prepared for their HSC and she has been such an inspiration to them both. Hamish was accompanied by his music tutor Liz Sargeant who has been a wonderful support and tutor for Hamish. The night was well supported by a large audience who were all very impressed by our talented Year 12 music students.
Thank you to Ms Heidi Anthony and Mr Seb Key for organising the evening and for all the work they have done in preparing the Year 12 music classes so well for their HSC. Thanks also to Mrs Bec Choi for all work she does behind the scene to ensure the night was so successful.
Good luck to our HSC Music students who will perform their HSC programs on Tuesday 18th September (Music 2 and Ext) and Wednesday 19th Sept (Music 1).
HSC Drama Performances
Wednesday 5th September
Good luck to all our Year 12 drama students who have their HSC performances on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th September!
String Concert
Thursday 6th September 5:30pm
Our annual String Concert will be held on Thursday 6 September 5.30pm - 6.30pm in the KWS Chapel.
All prep and secondary string ensembles will perform on the night and I encourage all string players to attend even if they are not currently in a KWS ensemble, as it will inspire musicians at every level!
We ask that parents please bring a small plate of food to contribute to a light supper at the end of the evening.
This is a special opportunity both to farewell and thank our Year 12 students for their valuable contribution to KWS music and also to recognise the wonderful commitment of all our string players. We look forward to seeing you there!
Koristers – Opera Australia Performance
Tuesday 28th August
Koristers performed magnificently with Opera Australia last week, and it was certainly a performance they will never forget! Thank you to Mrs Kate Edwards for her incredible organisation and directing this group so well. Also thank you to Heidi Anthony, Katie Sinclair and Bruce Paine for their assistance in supervising the children on the evening.
Orange Eisteddfod Results
Congratulations to the following students on their achievements at the Orange Eisteddfod:
Owen Bloomfield – Piano
Owen performed in the "open piano- jazz solo" where he placed 2nd and in the "18 years & under piano solo" where he came 3rd.
Owen is to be congratulated on winning the "13 to 18 years Ann McFarland memorial senior pianoforte scholarship solo" which is a fantastic achievement. Owen is also participating in the 16 and 18 yrs brass solos, and the "Harry Slogget" scholarship section and we look forward to hearing his results. Congratulations Owen!
Toby Gough – Bassoon
Toby performed in the 13 to 18 years Senior Woodwind Scholarship Solo and received an encouragement award. He also came 1st in his Grade 3&4 Woodwind Solo and 2nd in the 14 Years and Under Woodwind Solo. Congratulations Toby!
Tom Karbowiak – Flute
Tom is to be congratulated on winning 1st place in the 13-18 Senior Woodwind Scholarship Solo. This is an amazing achievement!! Well done Tom!
Dates for your Diaries
Wednesday 5th September: Orange Eisteddfod – Band Day
Thursday 6th and Friday 7th September: Orange Eisteddfod – Strings
String Concert: Thursday 6th September
Tuesday 25th September: Winter Co-Curricular Assembly
Mrs Annie McRae
Acting Head of Performing Arts