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Adam Hall (Class of 1997)

After graduating from CBC, Adam studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston before returning to Perth to complete his degree at WAAPA.

In 2003 he started a band that toured with American saxophonist Big Jay McNeely, vocalist Betty Harris and Blues musician Syl Johnson. On his very first tour to Europe, Adam’s talent was recognised by a small record label and he released a rhythm and blues album with a collection of Big Jay McNeely alumni. From there, he went on to record seven albums, touring Europe every year, and was booked to play at the famous New Orleans Jazz Festival before the pandemic interrupted his plans. However, being stuck in WA has meant local music lovers have more opportunities to catch Adam’s world-class act, and the Rottnest Island Jazz Festival is keen to include him in the line-up in July. Musica Viva Australia was also fortunate to have Adam at home as one of the only touring bands from WA holding workshops and masterclasses for students.

Adam’s passion and talent for music has provided him with incredible opportunities and memories, and he thanks his mentors and CBC Music teachers, Uwe Stengel and Rex Innes-Mills, for helping him achieve what he didn’t even think was possible.

Gino Auriemma (Class of 1990)

After graduating in 1990, Gino Auriemma completed a degree in Applied Sciences followed by working for several years in the construction industry in the southwest. The chance to move back to Fremantle to be closer to family was irresistible and Gino commenced at Boral Concrete while he continued his learning journey by studying for a Diploma in Building and Construction. Over the next 10 years he worked, studied and raised a family with his wife Dilaila, remaining focussed on his goals despite the challenges. Perseverance paid off and in 2013 he won the TAFE Award in the category of Vocational Student, scooping the WA Training Awards and representing WA at the National competition in Adelaide the following year.

Now with his own building company, Castello Homes, Gino is a proud family man with a son in Year 11 at CBC and another commencing his journey in 2022. He has fond memories of his old school, including convincing Mr John Hortense to bring Soccer back and in 1990 he captained the first team to enter the schoolboys’ competition in several years. Gino’s passion for the sport remains and he plays in the veterans’ league for Spearwood Dalmatinac.

A long-lasting love of music was also ignited at CBC. Music lessons with Mr Uwe Stengel in the basement of the old hall resulted in Gino playing guitar and saxophone with church bands for more than 30 years.

A true CBC gentleman, Gino is happy and content with his life and future plans include making it better every day.