Autumn Concert and the Road to Mount Gambier
On Thursday 30 March, we held our annual Autumn Concert in the Junior School Hall.
The concert showcased the work of selected ensembles throughout Term 1; namely the Junior Guitar Ensemble, Middle Years Guitar Ensemble, Vivace, VoxPop, Jazz Ensemble, Generations Band, and Senior School soloists currently studying SACE.
I acknowledge the efforts of the music and instrumental staff. A production such as this requires many people working together. Thanks to Mrs Alessandra Miles and Mr Bart Cowan for assisting with the logistics of the after hours event.
Thank you also to Mr Anthony Kelly, Mrs Loretta Bowshall, and Mrs Rebecca Pfitzner for their collegiality and professionalism. Thanks to the instrument tutors: Robin Pratt, Sarah Whiteley, Emile Ryjoch, and Sue Peters for accompanying and directing their ensembles.
I truly appreciate everyone who has supported the music faculty this term, including Daniel Young in Year 10 on technical support.
Ensemble Leaders have been appointed to each of our ensembles and they were acknowledged during this concert. Our Ensemble Leaders for 2017 are:
- Concert Band - Giulia Carrocci
- JS Guitar - Isabella Hannon
- MS Guitar - Sienna Borg
- SS Guitar - Elijah Hubner-Booth
- JS Choir - Francesca Silva Paniagua
- Vivace - Ada Parker-Minniecon
- VoxPop - Ethan James
- Decorum - Megan Crossing
- String Ensemble - Juliana Lanzilli
- World Music - Mollie Murton
- Petites Voix - Lucien Della Porta
- Festival Choir - Charlotte Sorell
- Drumline - Kendric Zavahir
- Mallet Ensemble - Allana Shirripa
- Generations Band - Jaidan Juanta
- Jazz Ensemble - Alex Cursaru
Featured Ensemble: Generations Band
Formed in 2017, the Generations Band is a culmination of students from the Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble who expressed interest late last year to take part in this inaugural trip to the Generations in Jazz Festival. The band rehearses weekly on Monday and some weekends under the direction of Mr Emile Ryjoch. Mr Ryjoch is a talented saxophonist and also directs the Jazz Ensemble.
The Generations Band is currently rehearsing for their participation in the Mixed Ensemble division of Generations in Jazz. Over the school holidays diligent practice will be taking place to refine their tunes and on the first weekend of May, 15 students and four staff will journey to Mount Gambier and immerse themselves in Jazz. Student reflections about this trip will be available in the Mercy Vine in Term 2.
Staff Profile – Sue Peters
Sue Peters teaches piano to students from Reception to Year 5. She has taught piano at Mercedes College since 2008. She is also a regular repetiteur for various choirs at the College.
Favourite meal?
My husband’s lasagne (his secret recipe)
Favourite outdoor activity?
Leisurely walks on the beach and fishing on Yorke Peninsula
Favourite sporting team?
Crows (a non-negotiable family tradition)
What pets do you have?
Bella the wonder dog (Golden Retriever) retrieves items before they’re even lost!
As always, if you have any further inquiries related to music please do not hesitate to contact me on jtrijo@mercedes.catholic.edu.au.
Jennifer Trijo
Coordinator of Music and Performance R-12
In this issue
Important Dates
Thursday 13 April
End Term 1
Early Dismissal 1:05pm
Tuesday 18 April - Monday 1 May
OSHC Vacation Care
Thursday 27 April
The College Shop School Holidays Trading
9:00am - 4:00pm
Friday 28 April
The College Shop School Holidays Trading
9:00am - 4:00pm
Monday 1 May
The College Shop School Holidays Trading
9:00am - 4:00pm
Second Hand Uniform Shop Open
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Tuesday 2 May
Start Term 2
Wednesday 3 May - Friday 5 May
Year 10 Camps
Year 12 Retreats
Friday 5 May
Mother's Day Coffee Morning
7:45am - 8:45am
Junior School Marquee
Year 6 and 7 Brainstorm Productions
8:40am - 9:40am
Gleeson Hall
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