What's on in Term 4
Monday 14 October: Term 4 lessons commence at CVCon & in Schools
Saturday 19 October & Friday 25 October: Illuminate, See Park - 6:30pm
Monday 28 October: Women of Song, Market Square - 7:00pm
Thursday 31 October: Illuminate, See Park - 6:30pm
Sunday 3 November: Alex Raineri, Salvation Army Hall - 3:00pm
Friday 15 November: We Will Rock You, CVCon - 7:00pm
Saturday 16 November: We Will Rock You, CVCon - 2:00pm, 7:00pm
Sunday 17 November: We Will Rock You, CVCon - 2:00pm
Sunday 24 November: St Cecilia’s Day Concert, CVCon - 3:00pm
Thursday 28 November: Visiting Artists Estampa, CVCon - 7:00pm
Friday 13 December: CVCon lessons in Schools finish for 2024
Saturday 14 December: Christmas on the Clarence, Memorial Park - 5:00pm
Sunday 15 December: Christmas at the Con, CVCon - 3:00pm
Friday 20 December: Lessons at CVCon conclude for 2024
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Welcome to Term 4 at the Clarence Valley Conservatorium!
Term 3 saw many fantastic events and concerts for us at the CVCon. A big congratulations to everyone who undertook an AMEB in Term 3 - there were a lot of fantastic results among our students.
We also say congratulations to the students who sat for HSC music exams towards the end of Term 3. It’s an accomplishment to make it past this hurdle, we all know the amount of work that each of you has put in to your craft.
As we move into Term 4 we are excited to finish the year on a high note with several upcoming events and opportunities. We have our End-of-Year PAN concert scheduled for December, where students will showcase their progress and talent. Additionally, we’ll be hosting a series of concerts by visiting artists and by our students
Wishing everyone a fantastic Term 4 full of music, learning, and growth!
Adam Wills, Director
Student Reports
During term 4 the CVCon will once again be providing feedback to parents and students through Student Reports. CVCon believes that a report is an important part of the learning process and one that will help parents and students track their progress during their time with us.
Student Reports will include comments and feedback on the progress each student has made over the course of 2024. Please feel free to make email contact to discuss your students report.
Student Reports will be emailed to parents in the latter half of term 4.
2025 SCHOLARSHIPS
Application forms for 2025 Music Scholarships are now available.
Scholarships are available for music students and are awarded to advanced students, and to students who demonstrate potential and commitment. Scholarships are also available for ensemble students. Students are required to prepare two pieces for their scholarship audition and be prepared to discuss their musical ambitions with the scholarship adjudicators.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 1 November 2024.
Music Scholarship auditions will be held on Friday, 8 November 2024.
The Scholarship PAN for awardees will be held on Wednesday, 27 November 2024.
Applications can be completed online.
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2024 Jacaranda Festival
Come along to the 2024 Grafton Jacaranda Festival - there are so many opportunities to see the fabulous CVCon students and staff as well as visiting musicians performing in and around Grafton.
Saturday, 19 October - Illuminate (Jazz Ensemble, Concert Band, Sax Ensemble and Flute Ensemble)
See Park, 6:30-8:30pm
Friday, 25 October - Illuminate (Guitarchestra & Derecho)
See Park, 6:30-8:30pm
Monday, 28 October - Women of Song Market Square, 7:00pm
Wednesday, 30 October - Valley Schools on Show Market Square, 9:15am
Thursday, 31 October - Illuminate (Strings with Hats Off)
See Park, 6:30-8:30pm
Friday, 1 November - Venetian Carnival Memorial Park, 6:00pm
Piano Concert Alex Raineri
Hailed as “ a born communicator” (The Australian), award-winning pianist, Alex Raineri has toured extensively both nationally and internationally. With a touring profile in 2024 that includes performances throughout the USA, UK, Ireland, Finland, and the Netherlands, Alex will include NSW’s Northern Rivers and New England regions this November
A performer in high demand, Raineri has appeared as a feature artist in many major festivals and venues within Australia As a concerto soloist he has appeared with the Queensland, Tasmanian, Darwin and West Australian Symphony Orchestras, Orchestra Victoria, and others. Raineri also serves as Artistic Director of the annual Brisbane Music Festival and Brisbane’s inner-city music venue, FourthWall Arts. Presented in association with Music in the Regions.
Sunday, 3 November Salvation Army Hall, 3:00pm
St Cecilia’s Concert
The teachers of the Conservatorium join forces to honour the Patroness Saint of Musicians. Come along and see the wonderful musicians we have here on the teaching staff of the Conservatorium.
Performances will include a variety of solos and duets from CVCon teachers and guests.
Sunday, 24 November
Clarence Valley Conservatorium
3:00pm
THURSDAY 28 NOVEMBER
Visiting Artists Series Estampa
This concert presents an eclectic mix of music from various cultures and genres. The band takes the audience on a musical journey, beginning with a lively Swedish contemporary folk cover of Vasen, followed by a sultry French gypsy bossa
The band also showcases their ability to weave together traditional and contemporary sounds, with a Swedish traditional wedding polska.
Presented in association with Musica Viva Australia.
Thursday 28 November 7:00pm
Christmas at the Con
Our final Ensembles Concert for 2024 includes a special celebration of Christmas.
You'll have the opportunity to sing some of your favourite carols as well as hearing Christmas music (and some non-Christmas music) performed by the wonderful ensembles of the Conservatorium.
The evening will culminate in a massed performance, showcasing the talented musicians and staff of the Clarence Valley Conservatorium.
Sunday, 15th December 3:00pm
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Choirs, Ensembles & Groups at CVCON
MONDAY:
Good Vibes Choir 1.00-2.30 Brenda Little
Theory for Juniors 4.00-4.45 Peter Morgan
Con Kids Chorus 4 00-4 45 Lois Johnston
Concert Band 4.45-5.30 Peter Morgan
Con Youth Chorus 5.00-6.00 Lois Johnston
Jazz Ensemble 5.40-6.40 Peter Morgan
Con Chorus 6.30-7.30 Lois Johnston
TUESDAY:
Forget Me Nots Choir 10.00-11.30
Jenny W & Leigh R
Pre-Instrumental 4.00-4.30 Wesley Chegwidden
Rock Band 4.30-5.30 Wesley Chegwidden
Beginner Strings 4.45-5.30 Inanna Sage
Guitarchestra 5.30-6.30 Luke Gough
Adult Combo 6 30-7 30 Kris Edwards
WEDNESDAY:
KISS Vocal Group 12.00-1.00 Lois Johnston
Squeeze Box Circle 1.00-2.00 Greta Enns
Pre-Instrumental 3.30-4.00 Wesley Chegwidden
Piano Ensemble 4 00-4 45 Jayne Logan
String Ensemble 5.30-7.00 Sarah Nicholls
THURSDAY:
Kidzjam 10.30-11.00 Wesley Chegwidden
Pre-Instrumental 3.30-4.00 Wesley Chegwidden
Flute Ensemble 5 30-6 15 Sharon Davidge
FRIDAY:
Lunchtime Drum Circle 12.30-1.30 Luke Gough
Ensemble/Theory (Seniors) 4.00-4.45 Peter Morgan
Adult Flute Ensemble 4.00-4:45 Sharon Davidge
Sax Ensemble 4 45-5 30 Peter Morgan
Who's Who at Clarence Valley Conservatorium
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE:
Chairperson - Jenny Worrell
Vice Chairperson - Calvin Terry
Treasurer / Public Officer - Mark Thompson
Members - Paul Kennedy, Yvonne Ledingham, Fran McHugh, Deborah Wray
ADMINISTRATION:
Director - Adam Wills
Administration Manager - Vicki Forbes
Finance Manager - Carolyn Maunder
Programs Co-ordinator - Kris Edwards
Projects Officer - Roslyn Kennedy
TUTORS:
Clarinet, Saxophone, Bass Guitar, Adult Combo (Ens) - Kris Edwards
Clarinet, Saxophone - Peter Morgan
Flute, Fife, Piccolo, Panpipes - Sharon Davidge
Guitar: Classical, Folk - Ryan Enns
Guitar, Electric Guitar, Ukulele, Music Production - Luke Gough
Guitar, Bottle Neck Slide Guitar, Banjo - Robert Hughes
Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Harmonica - Damien Sullivan
Percussion - Adam Wills
Percussion, Rock Band - Wesley Chegwidden
Piano, Piano Accordion - Greta Enns
Piano, Flute, Accompanying - Jayne Logan
School Groups - Elizabeth Moore
Strings n Things (Ensemble) - Sarah Nicholls
Violin, Piano - Inanna Sage
Voice, Choirs - Lois Johnston
Voice, Choirs - Elysha West
Choirs - Brenda Little
