Band Reading Day

On Sunday 09 February, musicians in Performance Band and Symphonic Band gathered at school for the annual Band Reading Day. This is a pivotal event in our rehearsal schedule, allowing our ensembles to come together and create music through intensive rehearsals and sectionals, setting our ensembles up for a successful year of music making. Our students sight read new repertoire for our many internal and external performances, as well as developing ensemble skills and fostering a sense of community across the Middle and Senior Schools.

For Symphonic Band, who have already performed at the Principal’s Commissioning and Scholars’ Assembly, this rehearsal allowed them to focus on more challenging repertoire and has given them a strong head-start in their preparation for Ipswich Eisteddfod. Students and staff in both ensembles are to be commended on their dedication to the extra-curricular ensemble program. 2025 is promising to be another successful year of music making.

TAS Term 1 Launch

As is a tradition at the College, our Term 1 TAS First teams were presented with their jerseys, musically accompanied by Brass Ensemble and Saxophone Ensemble. These groups came together, under the direction of Miss Ebony Westwood, and created incredible music that had the Lostroh Centre energised and excited for the term ahead. Thank you to these students and Miss Westwood for their commitment and dedication to this launch, creating a sense of pride and College spirit at this wonderful celebration.

Year 12 Music and Music Extension Recital

On Wednesday 12 February, 10 dedicated Music and Music Extension students presented their first recital for the year. The evening saw 14 performances and 2 compositions from our talented music students, who continue to shine on and off the stage. A highlight of the night was a performance from Samuel Wicks, accompanying his dad in a very musical rendition of Take Five by Paul Desmond. Special thanks must go to Mr Bruce Ramm, College Accompanist, for his unwavering support of our students throughout their musical journey, as well as the instrumental tutors who are integral in our students’ continued success.

The Addams Family Cast

Introducing The Addams Family cast!

• Gomez Addams – Max Rossow
• Morticia Addams – Anna Fazackerley
• Uncle Fester – Callum Brady
• Grandma – Layla Fulton
• Wednesday Addams – Sophie Mullens
• Pugsley Addams – Jesse Frommelt
• Lurch – Samuel Markotsis
• Mal Beineke – Samuel Wicks
• Alice Beineke – Ruby Wilson
• Lucas Beineke – Joshua Ngo

Thank you to all students who registered to audition for our 2025 College production of The Addams Family. The audition panel acknowledges the dedication, preparation, resilience and courage that all students displayed throughout the audition process. Staff were blown away with the pool of talent we have at the College, resulting in some challenging decisions to be made. While not all students were successful, we commend their enthusiasm and effort, and we encourage them to continue developing their talents and seek future opportunities in the performing arts in the coming years.

Congratulations to the students who have been successful in securing a Lead, Supporting Lead, Dancestor or Chorus role within the cast. It is promising to be an outstanding musical!

Important Dates for Term 1

• Friday 21 February: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Friday 28 February: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Saturday 1 March: Musical rehearsal. 12.30pm - 5.30pm
• Friday 7 March: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Friday 14 March: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Saturday 15 March: Musical rehearsal. 12.30pm - 5.30pm
• Friday 21 March: Standby rehearsal (no Year 12s). 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Friday 28 March: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm
• Saturday 29 March: Musical rehearsal. 12.30pm - 5.30pm
• Friday 4 April: Vocal rehearsal. 3.15pm - 4.45pm

The rehearsal schedule will be updated regularly on the 2025 Musical Cast group page on NEST. Please ensure that you are checking this frequently and noting your rehearsal commitments. Any last minute changes will be communicated via the College app. If you cannot attend any rehearsal, please email Ms Hoiberg at your earliest convenience. We look forward to a rewarding musical experience!

“Morticia: Wednesday is growing up.

Gomez: She'll be Thursday before you know it!”

Tina Paliadelis

Leader of Learning - Music