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Alongside a record throng of parents, I had the immense joy this afternoon of watching the culmination of this year’s work in the Yrs 4 and 5 Curriculum Music Ensemble program – affectionately called MIP.  Each year, the incoming Yr 4 cohort (and new Yr 5 students) begin their journey on an allocated Concert Band or String instrument. 225 musicians – so many of whom have only been learning since the start of this year presented a dedicated, polished ensemble performance.  

Ms Moses presented a fantastic information session yesterday for our Yr 3 parents in readiness for MIP next year, with excitement already growing for the next stream!  The net result of all of this work is evidenced in our burgeoning Intermediate and Advanced Concert Bands and String Ensembles in the Secondary School. We are very proud of our Prep and Junior students for their work this year, with heartfelt thanks owed to Ms Moses for facilitating the program, and to Mr Guha, Ms Breckenridge, teachers, tutors and administrators for their year round support that ensures the ongoing success of these experiences.

I can’t wait to see what our Junior Campus Strings Concert on Monday offers us.

See you there!

Amy Richardson | Director of Music P-12

Curricular Music

JUNIOR CAMPUS CURRICULAR MUSIC

MIP Concert today!

As you read this, Yr 4 and 5 students will be buzzing after their MIP concert performances today. We heard from our Band, Strings and Gold Orchestra instrumental groups after a two-year hiatus and we congratulate all students on their commitment to learning their instrument and putting their curriculum learning into practice! Photos to come!

Year 4 2023 – MIP Information Session 

For those unable to join for the MIP Information session yesterday, please find the slideshow here and reach out to the Junior Music office should you have any questions. 

Spotlight on Transition Gold

Transition Gold have been exploring the musical concept of pulse through movement using Japanese Paper Balloons (which self-inflate) whilst listening to the piece Fly by Ludovico Einaudi. You could see the concentration on their faces as they not only had to show body awareness but also keeping in time to the music with their Japanese Paper Balloons! The students loved it so much, especially trying to keep the balloons in the air. Thank you Mrs Roberts for facilitating this exciting learning for TG. 

Katherine Moses | Head of Junior Campus Music  

SENIOR CAMPUS CURRICULAR MUSIC 
Elective Music Showcases – Yr 9 Soirée!

Well done to Yr 9 who returned from the Northern Territory this weekend and launched earnestly into their end of year Soirée on Monday evening!  A wide range of styles and instruments showcased the rich talent that lies in this cohort, and it was wonderful once again to have parents with us. That concludes our formal assessments for the year – with Yrs 7-10 all moving on with their exciting project-based learning for the remainder of the year.

Amy Richardson | Director of Music P-12

Cocurricular Music

BAND & SMALL ENSEMBLE PROGRAMS

Ensemble Performances in Term 4

We congratulate our Band and Ensemble students for their efforts in preparing for the upcoming Term 4 Performances. A particular highlight for our students is the rare opportunity to collaborate between existing ensembles with the return of the Combined Concert Band and Redlands Orchestral Strings.

Joe Montz | Head of Bands & Small Ensembles

CHORAL PROGRAM

Senior Choir Feature Auditions

Senior Carols and Speech Day are two exciting events in our Music Calendar. Auditions are now open via the Music Auditions iLearn page with auditions closing tomorrow Friday 4 November 2022.

Nicole Roberts | Head of Choral 

STRING PROGRAM 

K-6 Strings Concert 

Prep Strings, Junior Strings, Yr 2 Strings and the Junior Chamber ensembles are all ready for their performances in the K-6 Strings Concert next week! The concert will be held on Monday 7 November, 2pm in Dunnet Hall and parents and guests are warmly invited to attend. 

Katherine Moses | Head of Strings

ENRICHMENT & EVENTS

Advanced Ensemble Auditions for 2023

A reminder that Auditions for Advanced Ensembles are now open. Check the Music Department Auditions iLearn page for information on how to audition, and where to upload your video submission. Students should submit their video auditions by 5:00pm Friday 18 November . 

We also have created expressions of interest for our Extension Ensembles/Classes. Please check the Music Department Auditions iLearn for the courses below to register your interest and viewing the requirements for joining these ensembles and classes that will extend your musicality! 

The Addams Family Musical Audition – Calling All Drummers!  

For all of our Secondary School drummers, a reminder that we are seeking a drummer for The Addams Family Musical 2023 as part of the Pit Orchestra. Drummers applying should be able to read notation and have experience playing and performing in an ensemble. Successful applicants will also need to be available for rehearsals and performances as outlined on the Musical Rehearsal Schedule, which will be sent out to students who register their interest. 

To express interest or to sign up for an audition, please email Mr Owen by Thursday 10 November. Auditions will be held on Monday 14 November during lunch in MH1.

Mathew Owen | Head of Music Enrichment 7-12

Junior Performance 

Musgrove Opera Incursion K – 5

We are excited to welcome Musgrove Opera to Redlands next Thursday 10 November for Yrs K – 5. Musgrove Opera was established in Sydney 2017 and is made up of Australian artists creating exciting and new operas for children. The students will be watching the opera Max & Moritz by Aija Draguns which premiered at the Sydney Opera House earlier in the year.

Nicole Roberts | Head of Performance P-6 

Extracurricular Music

Private Tuition Studio Concert Series – NEXT 4 WEEKS

Studio Concerts will be held in Weeks 4 and 5 for students on the Junior Campus.  For Secondary School students, the Studio Concert Series will be held in Weeks 6 and 7.  Students are working hard to be ready for these performances. These lunchtime concerts offer a relaxed opportunity for singers and instrumentalists to share their journey with a supportive audience of family and friends. If your child receives private instrumental or vocal tuition, please check for correspondence from your tutor about their scheduled studio concert.  The Sessions are as scheduled below:

STUDIO CONCERT TIMETABLE

PREP and JUNIOR STUDENTS

STUDIO CONCERT TIMETABLE
SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

As always, please reach out to music@redlands.nsw.edu.au should you have any questions and we will be happy to assist you.

Jacqueline McGlade | Junior Music Administrator

Kirsty Hales | Senior Music Administrator

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