Eumundi Voice - Issue 100, 22 August 2024

River Tribes

It's action stations at North Arm State School with final preparations for their exciting biennial musical, River Tribes.

The storyline's environmental message sees students playing tribal members who must come together from their different tribes to save the contaminated river. Three elected youths lead the way with their friendship forming one of the main themes of the musical. Written by music teacher Bec Summers, the show contains original songs, live music and fabulous costumes.

Rehearsals began in May following auditions and the entire North Arm community has come together to make this very special show.

The school's vibrant music programme offers tuition in woodwind, brass, strings and percussion with concert bands, ensembles and small groups of musicians experienced in public performances at school and in the community. The musical also showcases members of the huge choir whose joy of singing is infectious.

Bec received a 2024 Pride of Work Award from the Rotary Club of Eumundi, acknowledging her outstanding contribution to her students. Performances are at 6pm on 30&31 August. Tickets: t.ly/aW7zh.

The chorus of River Tribes with music teacher Bec Summers