Term 2, Week 5

On Thursday, the Quad came alive with the vibrant sounds of Big Band 1 as they provided a lunch time performance on the Quad. Students and staff gathered to enjoy a high-energy set filled with jazz standards and toe-tapping favorites.

It’s always a pleasure to showcase the incredible talent within our music program, and Big Band 1 certainly didn’t disappoint. Performances like these not only highlight the dedication and skill of our ensembles but also bring a wonderful sense of community and celebration to the school day.

State Honours Ensembles Program

The State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP), run by the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, brings together talented young musicians from across Queensland to participate in high-level ensemble experiences. Students are nominated by their schools and work with renowned conductors and educators in intensive workshops and performances. With programs for primary through to senior secondary students, SHEP offers a unique opportunity to develop skills, connect with like-minded peers, and perform at a professional standard.

SHEP encompasses a series of regional and metropolitan programs and this year, Lauries have several students already nominated in different tiers. 

SHEP South-East Queensland: Riley Brehmer, Brendan Campbell, Harry Cole, Jacob Cutler, Christian Dahms, Tomas Fitzpatrick, Hartley Gayler, Patrick Hart, Khoi Huynh, Xavier Kendall, Roarke Knaggs, Logan Kroukamp, Angus Leinster, Avan Liang, Ethan Littlefield, Thomas Littlefield, Finn McCormack, Alistair McIntosh, James Page, Ted Rayson, Alexander Roe, Arlo Shanks, Ted Simon, Fraser St Clair, Russel Tjhin, Eli Weier, Ethan Wilson, Lucas Wilson, Jarvis Young

SHEP Brisbane: Toby Andrews, Ethan Cowie, Samuel Dorahy, Patrick Dowling, Erik Dwyer, Luca Hanton, Xavier Hayward, Xavier Kendall, Roarke Knaggs, Michael Lonergan, Ethan Lucas, Declan McFadden, Aime O'Malley-Kremer, Tyler Sangphaya, Henry Sharland, Curtis Sheppard, Emerson Sims, Sebastian Troughton, Ethan Watson

Congratulations to these students on their nominations. 

Term 2 Events | Term 2 Concerts: 

Cabaret Concert ‘Fantasy & Fairytales’

Friday 6 June | 6:30pm | ERPAC

Ensembles Performing:

• Concert Band 1
• Big Band 1
• Percussion Ensemble 1
• String Orchestra 1
• Fellowship of the String
• Guitar Orchestra 1
• Brotherhood
• Big Brotherhood
• Little Brotherhood

Term 2 Workshops: 

• Tuesday 13 May | Middle School Rock Band Workshop | 3:15pm
• Tuesday 27 May | Combined Schools Guitar Workshop | 3pm

Ensemble: Guitar Orchestra 1

Visiting School: St Rita’s College

• Wednesday 28 May | Combined Schools Workshop | 3pm

Ensembles: Concert Band 3, Guitar Orchestra 2

Visiting School: St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Kangaroo Point

Term 2 Recitals:

• Monday 2 June | Piano Recital | Chapel
• Monday 9 June | Strings Recital | Chapel
• Tuesday 10 June | Speech & Drama Showcase | McElligott Theatre
• Wednesday 11 June | Strings Recital | Chapel
• Thursday 12 June | Brass Recital | Chapel

Music Communications

The Music Department will use the College App as our main point of contact with families. Information for the events above will be posted under the relevant groups once information is confirmed. 

Please take a couple of minutes to update your subscriptions to ensure you receive the relevant notifications for each ensemble.

For Year 5 parents, please ensure you are also subscribed to the ‘Year 5 Music Program’ section under ‘Music’ so you don’t miss any updates on the program. 

Please contact the music department: music@slc.qld.edu.au or telephone 3010 1138 if you need any further information.