The Music Department is looking forward to an eventful Term 2 with several music activities underway. We ended Term 1 with Battle of the Bands taking place on Thursday 27 March. The event was led by Mr Brazil and Mr Tsiambazis, with equipment set up by the VCE VET Unit 3 class. It was great to see many students and staff coming to support and we congratulate our winners of the evening, The Liffeys, who comprised of Year 10 Luca Caporale L07, Year 12 Angus Tucker L04, and Year 10 Noah La Torre H08. Thanks to all those who performed or came to show their support.
This year we also prepare for the ACCent on Music concert, which sees all ACC schools collaborate in a joint concert at Hamer Hall in September. Joint rehearsals began at the end of Term 1 with a further three set to take place this Term. This is a great opportunity for our students to engage with musicians from other schools and participate in a combined concert that will feature up to 600 musicians.
Our College Big Band have been preparing for their annual trip to Mount Gambier to compete at Generations in Jazz on 3 May. The band will be accompanied by Ms Calia, Mr Watson and Mr Saragossi and perform amongst hundreds of other schools from around the country. As well as performing the students will also engage in workshops and attend performances by some top industry professionals both nationally and internationally. We wish the band an enjoyable trip and all the best for their performance.
Rehearsals have been going full steam ahead for the upcoming production of The Wedding Singer with Santa Maria College. A huge thank you to all staff and students involved in rehearsals. It is inspiring to see everyone’s dedication and hard work. There are five performances in total spread over two weeks in May on Friday 16, Saturday 17, Thursday 22, Friday 23, and Saturday 24 May. All shows take place at Parade College’s Rivergum Theatre and start at 7:30pm. Tickets for the show can be purchased via the following link:
As we launch into Term 2, we wish our students and families all the best for the upcoming weeks. Please do not hesitate to contact the Music Department via music@parade.vic.edu.au with any questions.
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