A Weekend of New Music

For musicians, the ultimate goal of all the hours of lessons and practice, is performance. And because there were many performances planned for 2023, our musicians started their ensemble rehearsals early with the return of Music Camp.

Our last Music Camp was in 2020 so there was much anticipation and excitement ahead of a two-night sleepover at school. For Big Band members, Music Camp started a day early with a performance at the Pavilion for the P&F Welcome Sundowner, followed by a visit to Bunbury Community Radio and some time at Koolambidi Woola –Bunbury Youth Precinct.

Big Band members were joined by the Intermediate and Senior Concert Band members and singers from the Secondary Choir, for a day of rehearsals and fun. After school, musicians headed to Palmer Oval for some fun on the slip ‘n slide and free time before dinner was cooked and served in the Food Tech rooms. Special thanks to Mr Cabala and the senior boys for the delicious tacos and banana splits!

In the evening, the fun and bonding continued with a music themed quiz (thanks to the senior girls for organising this in record time!) followed by supper and a movie in the Green Room before camping overnight in O block. After a BBQ pancake breakfast on Saturday morning and more rehearsals, we were ready to perform a short concert for parents and enjoyed a sausage sizzle before heading home.

Music Camp was terrific; everyone had lots of fun and it was wonderful to dig deep into some new music that we have showcased in Semester 1. We are all looking forward to a busy but fun Semester 2!

Mrs Lynette Fahie :: Director of Music