Music

Spring Fair – Rock Programs

It is certainly clear that the Rock Band program at Redlands is thriving and going from strength to strength. From students in Yrs 5-11, the various performances presented on the main stage of the Entertainment Quarter at the Spring Fair showcased a wide variety of musical talents and students exploring various Rock styles. Thanks to our team of dedicated Rock specialists, Mr Pete Atkins, Mr Diego Idarraga, Mr Nathaniel Smith and Mrs David Wooltorton, for their exceptional mentoring of the students this year and providing enriching learning experiences. Thanks is also extended to Mrs Hilary Luck for managing the event on the day and AV support provided by Janis Auzins and his crew, inclusive of students Thomas Wightwick and Andrew Verschoor. 

In continuing to provide performance experiences for our aspiring contemporary musicians, students enrolled in the Redlands Rock Band program will be presenting two lunchtime concerts in continuing to hone their skills in readiness for Battle of the Bands 2019.

• Junior Campus Rock in the Quad (Yrs 5-6 Bands) – Tuesday 30 October (1.00pm)
• Senior Campus Rock in the Garden (Yrs 7-12 Bands) – Thursday 29 November (12.30pm)

Junior and Senior Music Festival Footage

Over the coming week, all parents of students involved in the Redlands Music Festivals this year will receive a link and password to footage of the 2018 Junior and Senior Music Festivals. A fee of $10 will be billed to each family for access to these concerts.

Music Community Working Bee

Saturday 20 October

The Friends of Music Committee would like to invite members of the school community to a Working Bee on Saturday 20 October (9.00am-1.00pm). The Working Bee will assist the Music Department as they prepare scores for relocation into the new Music Library storage units. The focus of this community morning is to assist with the sorting, organising, cataloguing and shelving of all Music Ensemble scores and ongoing data entry in updating our Music Library spreadsheets.

Morning tea and refreshments will be provided at approximately 11.00am and this event will also be a wonderful time for parents to meet the 2018 Friends of Music Committee. If you would like to join us for the full four hours or even part thereof, please RSVP to the Friends of Music President Mrs Felicity Gates.

Location: John Roberts Centre
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm
Attire: Casual clothes
RSVP: Mrs Felicity Gates 

Senior Campus

Advanced Ensemble Auditions

Thank you to all students who auditioned for Advanced Ensembles this term. We had an overwhelming response of applications and our Music specialists were very impressed with the levels of performance. Students who have been successful in moving into Advanced Ensembles will be announced next week.

Redlands Composition Competition

Thank you to students who submitted compositions this term for consideration in the selection process of the Redlands Composition Competition. The adjudication panel have appreciated listening to the creative skills of many students who have prepared original works. Students work that has been selected will be announced next week. 

Senior Instrumental Competition

Congratulations to the students who auditioned last week for possible selection in the 2018 Instrumental Competition. This competition will be held on Monday 22 October (Week 2) in the Edwards Auditorium. Finalists will be announced next week.

Vocal Competition Monday 18 September (Week 10)

The Music Department invites you to the annual Secondary School Vocal Competition on Monday 24 September commencing at 6.00pm in the Edwards Auditorium. The competition adjudicator this year is well-known Jazz Musician and Educator Ms Jacki Cooper. 

Higher School Certificate Music 1 Practical Examinations

Congratulations to Yr 12 Music Elective students who completed their Higher School Certificate Music Practical Examinations on Monday afternoon. All students were extremely well prepared in all aspects of their performance programs and have worked diligently over the last year to produce music of a very high standard. In particular, we would like to acknowledge the work of the following Academic Music staff and Music tutors who accompanied students in their performances. Mrs Amy Richardson (Performance Teacher), Mr Pete Atkins (Drums), Mr Nathaniel Smith (Bass), Ms Tomomi Takahashi (Piano) and Mr David Wooltorton (Guitar).

Attendance and Punctuality at Rehearsals

Many ensembles are currently rehearsing and preparing repertoire for end of year events. Punctuality and attendance at rehearsals is important as we prepare for these important performances.

Junior Campus

Musicianship Classes

Students who are currently learning an instrument and who would like to further extend their knowledge of Music Theory are encouraged to join the Musicianship class on Tuesday mornings (7.30-8.15am). 

Ensemble Participation

A reminder that regular, punctual attendance at Junior Campus ensembles is imperative as ensembles are beginning to prepare for end of year events. In the event of absence, please email the office. All ensembles will be rehearsing until the end of Week 10 and rehearsals will commence on Monday 15 October (Week 1, Term 4).

Mr Darren Kuilenburg
Coordinator of Music
seniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9820