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Are you interested in being more involved with Music at Redlands? The Friends of Music AGM is next week! 

We are delighted to be holding the Friends of Music Annual General Meeting next Wednesday 23 October and hope you will be able to join us in the Edwards Auditorium (Senior Campus) from 6:00pm. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to not only reflect on the year that was but also learn about the planned activities for 2024. This is also when the 2024-2025 committee is elected so if you would like to get involved with events including the Senior Music Festival, Junior Musical Festival and the Music Awards Dinner, this is a great opportunity!

We hope to see you there!

A Festival of Redlands – This Saturday!

As communicated last week, Redlands will be having a wonderful celebration of its history this Saturday 19 October, with many of our ensembles performing. 

Please check the most recent communication sent via EdSmart, which includes information specific to Music including a map, ensemble call times, and an overall schedule for Music.

We look forward to our community being there to celebrate! 

Year 8-10 Curriculum Showcases

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.

Ensemble Attendance and Expectations

A reminder that weekly attendance at ensemble is essential for all students enrolled in cocurricular ensembles. Regular participation is essential for students’ musical growth and the success of our ensembles at important upcoming end-of-year events. We greatly appreciate the  support of our community to help our students all rehearsals until the end of term. 

We also ask that all students ensure that they bring all required equipment, and are regularly practising their parts at home in the lead up to end of year events.

Upcoming Junior Curriculum Instrumental Performances

Term 4 is always an exciting time for our curriculum instrumentalists, as we aim towards our biggest performances of the year. Yr 2 and Yr 3 Strings are looking forward to performing in the Strings Concert, and Yr 4 and 5 students are busy preparing for the MIP Concert. In our lessons we have spoken about those pesky nerves that sometimes get in the way, and how we can help to overcome them by being well prepared and ready to perform. We encourage students to continue regular practice at home, and our tutors are always available to help with any tricky passages. Please save the date for the following performances which will be open to parent and carer  visitors:

Yr 2 & 3 Strings: Strings Concert, Monday 4 Nov 2pm

Yr 4 & 5: MIP Concert, Thursday 7 Nov 2pm

Term 4 External 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)