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As we come to the end of this term, this is a great opportunity to reflect on what an incredibly exciting term we’ve had in Music. In just one term, we’ve had an incredible amount of both internal and external opportunities for our students, with lasting memories for students and something on every single week!

Last Sunday, many of our students performed in the Manly Jazz Festival. It was great to see our community out in force to support our musicians. 

I want to take this moment to thank all of the staff involved in making this opportunities possible, as well as the support from our community. It doesn’t happen without you! 

A Look Back at Term 3

A Festival of Redlands: 140 Year Celebration – Save the Date

As communicated last week, Redlands will be having a wonderful celebration of its history on Saturday 19 October, with many of our ensembles performing. We are asking that families save the date, and are available from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm. This celebration marks a significant milestone in the history of our school, and we are excited to showcase the incredible talents of our students as part of the festivities.

Please note that this event will have priority over other events, including any sports events. More specific communications will be going out later this week with more details for families. 

The following ensembles will be performing on the day:

JUNIOR

• Junior Concert Band
• Training Band
• Junior Jazz Band
• Junior Chamber Ensembles (Brass, Vivaldi, Mozart)
• Junior Guitar Ensemble
• Junior Strings
• Junior Voices

SENIOR

• Intermediate & Advanced Strings
• Advanced Concert Band
• Senior Chamber Ensemble
• Senior Brass Chamber Ensemble (Horn Quartet)
• Intermediate Stage Band
• Advanced Stage Band
• Intermediate Guitar Ensemble
• Advanced Guitar Ensemble
• Jazz Combo
• Invited Rock Bands

Year 8-10 Curriculum Showcases

Congratulations to the students in Year 9 Elective Music who performed in their Soirée on Monday evening. It was so wonderful to see their progress and growth as musicians and performers. Thank you to the parents and friends for coming along to support the students and to the Music tutors, class teachers and Dr Eskenazi for his ongoing support and for accompanying the performances. 

Students in Year 8 and 10 Elective Music classes will perform in their showcases in Term 4. Parents and friends are invited to attend and support the students in their performances and celebrate their achievements this year. Please note the following dates in your calendar:

Calling Future Viola and Double Bass Players!

Are you looking to stand out in the orchestra and take on an exciting musical challenge? Our ensembles are in need of talented students to learn the viola and double bass! Both of these instruments play essential roles in creating the rich, full sound of an ensemble. Whether you’re interested in deep, resonant basslines or the warm, unique voice of the viola, now is the perfect time to start learning. Get in touch with Ms Moses if you are interested.

Term 4 Events

Here to help!

Keep your eye on Pulse and the MUSIC EVENTS page to ensure key dates are all on the family calendar and reach out to your campus Music Office if we can assist in any way.

Mrs Jacqueline McGlade  
Junior Music Administrator | juniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au | 9908 6495
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Ms Kirsty Hales
Senior Music Administrator | seniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au | 9968 9820
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Ms Katherine Moses
Junior Campus Music Subject Coordinator (P-6)

Ms Victoria Williams
Secondary School Music Subject Coordinator (7-12)

Mr Mathew Owen
Director of Music Performance (P-12)