Performing Arts
From the Music Department
Visiting musicians in Term 1
Lachlan Davidson
Next Tuesday the Stage Band will welcome saxophonist and composer Lachlan Dividson who is visiting to work with our girls in their preparation for the Generations in Jazz competition in Mt. Gambier in May. The Stage Band is actually playing one of Lachlan's original compositions called "Sunshower" so it will be great to get the composer's insights into how he thinks the piece should be performed. Lachlan is a leading jazz musician and educator in Melbourne and is much sought after by schools as he has a wealth of performing and composing experience.
Mal Webb and Kylie Morrigan
On March the 11th our Year 9s will be treated to a performance and workshop by two of the most versatile and entertaining musicians in Australia. Mal (trombonist, multi vocalist, beat boxer, etc.) and Kylie (violinist, singer and quite often both at once!) create a show that I guarantee none of our students have ever heard or seen before. This show really opens our girl's eyes to how performance can be expanded way beyond the concert platform to encompass technology, humour, virtuosity and versatility. Every time I watch them perform I learn something new.
Year 7 Choir
The Year 7 choir has had their first rehearsal on Monday with 18 keen singers turning up and making some lovely sounds together. It is certainly not too late for any student to join as we will be recruiting on Year 7 camp as well. This is a great way for girls to get to know other students. The choir is already made up of girls from 8 different primary schools! If your daughter is interested she needs to be brave and come along to KM06 next Monday at lunchtime and join us.She will be most welcome.
Important Dates
Term 1
School Mass Tuesday Feb 25th (Kildare Voices)
Lunchtime Concert Tuesday March 17th (Bands, Choirs)
Soloists Concert Wednesday March 18th (soloists in Theatrette)
School Assembly Thursday March 19th (Stage Band)
End of term Liturgy Friday March 27th (Choirs , Concert band)
Term 2
Mazenod performance Tuesday April 21st or 28th (Stage Band)
Generations in Jazz May 1st – 3rd (Stage Band and Vocal Group)
Soiree Monday May 25th (all instrumental students)
Soiree Tuesday May 26th (all instrumental students)
Winter Concert Monday June 15th (all ensembles and 7/8 classes)
Assembly Thurs June 27th (tbc)
Poor persons Mass Friday June 19th (Choirs, Concert Band)
Instrumental Teacher Profile - Emma Yarosh
Emmar Yarosh is a contemporary guitarist and vocalist and has been regularly teaching and performing for the last ten years. Emma holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Contemporary Music) and a Master of Music (Performance Teaching), both from the University of Melbourne. Emma performs regularly either as a solo act or in a duo playing at weddings, special events and corporate functions. Over the last few years, Emma has performed with bands at iconic Melbourne venues including The Forum, 170 Russell and The Night Cat. Emma has had considerable experience in schools working with prep to Year 12 students as a guitar teacher, working with individual students and ensembles. Emma is a dedicated and passionate teacher and performer. She is committed to sharing her love of the guitar with her students in a positive and encouraging learning environment.