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Focus on Performing Arts 2017AN ADVERTISING FEATURE
LOS Angeles based guitar edu-cators and performers Pro-fessor Richard Smith from theUniversity of Southern Cali-fornia and Dr Stig Mathisen ofthe Musicians Institute spentthe day in the Music Depart-ment at Claremont College re-cently, as part of theirAustralian tour.
Professor Smith is also FullProfessor and former Chair ofthe Studio/Jazz Guitar depart-ment at the renowned Thorn-ton School of Music at theUniversity of Southern Cali-fornia in Los Angeles.
Dr Mathisen, who has aMasters and a Doctoral degreein guitar performance from theUniversity of Southern Cali-fornia is a guitarist and edu-cator from Northern Norway,currently residing in Los Ang-eles.
Claremont College studentswere fortunate to have thesetwo outstanding musiciansvisit and work with them inwhat was just one of many op-portunities the college offers intheir extensive music program.
The renowned educatorsprovided some key points
around what it takes to be aworking musician and gave thestudents valuable insights intothe music industry.
The musos’ discussion andtips on what makes a music en-trepreneur and promotingyourself as a musician was es-pecially useful.
There was also the chancefor students to play some chal-lenging guitar pieces with Stigand Richard’s expert tutoring,as well as workshops on impro-visation strategies and per-formance techniques.
The day concluded with a
performance to a very appreci-ative audience of ClaremontCollege staff, students andcommunity members.
Much to the delight of theaudience, Claremont Collegestudents were invited to per-form with Richard and Stig onStevie Wonder’s Isn’t She Love-ly and the jazz standard Fly Meto the Moon.
This was an experience theywill never forget.
Claremont College musicstudents are taking the manyopportunities the college offersthem to develop as musicians;
many former students go ontofurther study in the music areaor perform locally.
This year Claremont Col-lege was also very pleased toagain participate in the APRASong Makers 2017 program.
This year’s mentors wereEskimo Joe lead singer andbassist Kav Temperley andproducer and sound engineerAnna Laverty.
The students had a fabuloustwo days in which they wroteand recorded their own songsunder the guidance of the in-spiring Kav and Anna.
Keys to a bright future
RENOWNED: Stig Mathisen and Richard Smith.
AN education in the perform-ing and expressive arts beginsearly at St Michael’s Collegi-ate. Commencing in the JuniorSchool, students enjoy timewith specialist music and ex-pressive arts teachers in orderto foster skills such as creativi-ty, collaboration, confidence,critical thinking, communi-cation, cooperation, and team-work.
The School commandslarge audiences to its regularmusicals, and instrumental en-sembles and choirs are in de-mand to perform at highprofile public events.
Groups have recently beencalled upon for the Port Arthur20th Anniversary Commem-oration, ANZAC Day servicesand the Alannah and Madel-eine Foundation cocktailparty, and a range of Collegiatechoirs are set to feature at theupcoming A Festival of NineLessons and Carols at StDavid’s Cathedral on Decem-ber 3. A partnership with Musi-ca Viva Tas that seesmasterclasses occurring at theSchool is also becoming adrawcard at Collegiate.
A highlight of 2017 was theSchool’s spectacular 125th An-niversary Concert held at Fed-eration Concert Hall duringSeptember. More than 200performers took to the stage in
a celebration of the school’srich history and longstandingcommitment to the arts. Theevening was topped off withthe world premiere of Collegi-ate’s newly commissionedwork, Set for Life, written bycelebrated Australian choralcomposer Paul Jarman.
As girls move through theSchool, those who are talentedvocalists, instrumentalists,dancers or actors may auditionfor Collegiate’s renownedSchool of Performing Arts.Speaking of the unique pro-
gram, Director of Music andPerformance, Mr Aaron Pow-ell said: “From classicallytrained musicians through tocontemporary dancers, Col-legiate girls benefit from arange of masterclasses with in-dustry professionals. Theyhave the opportunity to per-form at large scale publicevents and enjoy solid prep-aration for eisteddfods, AMEBexaminations, and auditionsfor performing rts institutionsat the completion of Year 12.You only have to look at the
recent City of Hobart Eistedd-fod awards to see the benefitsof an arts education at Collegi-ate - the number of prizes andaccolades awarded demon-strates the strength and depthof our art programs.”
Now is a great time to ex-plore the Collegiate advantagefor your daughter by makingcontact with the School.
To book a tour contact Head of Enrolments, Mrs Trisha Lowe, on 6211 4936 or [email protected]
Collegiate takes centre stage
SPECTACULAR: St Michael's Collegiate 125th Anniversary Concert held at Federation Concert Hall was a highlight of the School’s year.
Department of Education
Claremont College
Step into the Performing Arts Experience our wide range of performing arts
subjects and the extensive opportunities available.
Build confidence and skills for your future in
• Music and Music Technology
• Drama and Theatre Performance
• Technical Theatre Production
• Media Production (TV/Video)
• Musical Theatre
• Dance
Phone 6249 6894 or email [email protected] to enrol.
The School of Performing Arts (SPA) at
St Michael’s Collegiate School provides an
exciting and innovative ‘school within a school’
for students in Years 7 to 12.
• Specialised Voice, Drama, Dance or
Instrumental training
• Masterclasses with industry professionals
• Performances at distinguished public events
Enquiries? Tours?
Contact our Head of Enrolments,
Mrs Trisha Lowe, on 6211 4936 or
www.collegiate.tas.edu.au
Show Sto pping Opportunitie s
Creativi ty for life
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THE spectacular success ofGuilford Young College’s 2017musical production, Grease, istestament to the fulfilment ofthe hopes and dreams that laybehind the vision and con-struction of GYC’s stunningDon Bosco Creative Arts Cen-tre, in central Glenorchy.
The large capacity, spa-cious, community-based facil-ity, just over two years old, is aboon to the performing artscommunity of southern Tas-mania.
Heading the long list ofthese interests are the drama,theatre production, technicaltheatre production, dance and
music-based courses taught atthe College. The centre hasnow staged three superb Col-lege musical productions; is a“second home” to the perform-ing arts and large-scale pro-ductions of GYC’s associationCatholic colleges in Hobartand is the venue of choice for agrowing number of commun-ity interests including theatreand dance schools.
The 600-seat capacity audi-torium, a huge stage area,modern lighting and sound fa-cilities of excellent quality, ex-tensive backstage and dressingareas in a welcoming, easily ac-cessible environment add to
the theatrical experience ofcast, crew and audiences, alike.
One of the big advantagesfor Guilford Young College, it-self, is that it has been able tobring “home” its renowned an-nual musical production. TheMusic Man (2015), Footloose(2016) and Grease (2017) havebeen hits for their large audi-ences.
The director of the last twoproductions, Ms Chelle Burtt,said there was a huge benefitfor all the students involvedwith the co-curricular pro-duction; be they in the cast, thecrew or the band.
“Singing, dancing and
drama promote imaginationand creativity as well as en-hancing self-expression, self-esteem and confidence,” shesaid. “The learning environ-ment is entertaining and fun,nurturing, inspiring and posi-tive.”
The contribution of eachstudent was encouraged andvalued. “Dreaming, then dis-covering, challenging, growingand believing in themselvesallow students to feel uplifted,confident and pleased withthemselves. “Furthermore, theperforming arts have lifelongbenefits and provide a richerlife tapestry.”
A HIGH NOTE: Tom Loveluck as Danny Zuko, surrounded by the Rockettes, star in GYC’s production of Grease.
Guilford’s opportunities rock
Focus on Performing Arts 2017AN ADVERTISING FEATURE
MUSIC educators on the East-ern Shore have formed a newcollaboration incorporatingbudding musicians from RosnyCollege, Rose Bay High andClarence High Schools.
The teggana Music Collec-tive is a new initiative that pro-vides students and teacherswith opportunities to collabor-ate through the sharing ofmusic teaching resourcesacross the three schools.
The program seeks to buildand inspire current and futuremusicians while celebratingmusical excellence on theEastern Shore.
Students benefit fromteachers and tutors moving be-tween the three schools to pro-vide extra support andspecialist musical advice.
Learners are encouraged towork together in ensembles tobuild their musical knowledgeand contribute to the com-munity within school and be-yond.
“It is envisaged that theseensembles will diversify andexpand over the course of timeinto classical and jazz genrestoo,” Rosny College and tegga-na Music head teacher JonCavenagh said.
The program has given stu-dents access to some of Tas-mania’s best musiciansincluding vocalist Katy Rau-cher, guitar and rhythm sec-tion specialist Simon Pattersonand drummer Konrad Park.
“Traditionally, these oppor-tunities just don’t exist for stu-dents,” Mr Cavenagh said.
“We are blessed to havesuch high calibre musicians inHobart willing and able toteach our students.”
The first year of the collab-oration has seen much successand extended learning oppor-tunities for students.
Opportunities have in-cluded working and perform-ing in teggana ensembles,including the vocal ensembleand funk band, as well as par-ticipating in songwriting andperformance workshops.
A highlight of the collabor-ation happened in Septemberwhen students performed inthe teggana Music CelebrationConcert, showcasing the musi-cal talents and diversity foundwithin the collective.
In order to facilitate this, anoriginal work titled tegganawas commissioned and con-ducted by Matt Boden for stu-dents from all three schools toperform together.
The performance was ahuge success and teggana wasalso performed at the recentsouthern band festival Band-scapes at MONA.
On the Eastern Shore, stu-dent engagement in excellentmusic programs ensures thatthe future of music and musiceducation is bright. This suiteof tutors, the collaborative op-portunities, and renewed focuson participation in music pro-grams is expected to expand toother Eastern Shore schoolsfrom 2018 and beyond.
Budding musiciansband together
JOINING IN: The teggana big band involves students from several schools.
DON BOSCO THEATRECOMMUNITY BOOKINGS ARE WELCOMEfurther information:
Fiona Hevey, 6238 4350, or [email protected]
PERFORMING ARTS STUDENTSWELCOME IN 2018
AWARD-WINNING PERFORMING ARTS
Performing Arts students at Dominic College are supported by outstanding teachers, contemporary facilities and excellent community support. Call Leesa on 6274 6010 for enrolment information.
www.dominic.tas.edu.au Become a part of our community.
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and sense of fun.Dominic College principal
Beth Gilligan said there was ex-cellent variety and diversity across the program, from hip-hop and a rock band perform-ance to classical choir pieces and concert band.
“The evening was most aptlynamed a ‘showcase’,” Ms Gilligan noted.
“Audience feedback was im-pressive and the performers were strong and disciplined.”
Ms Gilligan also acknowl-edged the work of performing arts teachers Katherine Hewitt, Martin Smith and Jenina Evans.
“Together with Mr Mike O’Brien, director of creative arts K-10, they are quality teachers committed to students achiev-ing excellence.
“They are supported by oursuperb music tutors – Brett Budgeon, Hans Kooij, John Kee-nan and Mark Schmalfuss who support, challenge and develop
our students one-to-one and in small groups.”
Year 8 student Matilda McGovern, a stage-crew mem-ber, said the excitement level among students was high.
“It was incredible having thelarge audience there. From back-stage there were lots of things happening but on stage, it all went smoothly. I was so grateful that I was able to be part of the Showcase. I had so much fun – I can’t wait for the next one.”
MORE than 100 Dominic College creative arts students perform-ing in groups and ensembles mesmerised a capacity audience of 550 in a spectacular display of student work in the College’s in-augural Music and Dance Show-case at the end of Term 3.
A student-led event, studentsundertook backstage manage-ment, technical production and front-of-house duties.
Performers also compered the show with great conviction
FUN TIMES: Creative arts students combine for the finale of the Dominic College Music and Dance Showcase.
Creative showcase mesmerises
THE Hutchins School offers adynamic range of activities forstudents in many areas of per-forming arts.
The Performing Arts Fac-ulty at Hutchins encouragescreative thinking through pro-cesses that require an outcome– be that a performance, pieceof art, dance routine or mediaproduct.
Head of Visual and Per-forming Arts, Mrs MichelleWeeding said that “whilst es-sentially product-driven westrive to nurture and value pro-cess as an essential ingredientin unleashing higher orderthinking, problem-solving andcommunication skills.
Students can be part ofdrama performances in theMiddle School and Senior
School and also have the op-portunity to participate in mu-sical productions.
This year Drama studentsprepared class presentations atall levels as well as stagingmajor performances for soldout audiences.
The School of PerformingArts offers extension groupprograms for boys interested infurthering their skills and tech-niques in dance, drama, musicand musical theatre. SPAscholarships are also availableand are offered annually inSeptember.
Hutchins proudly boaststhe largest boys dance troupein Australia. With a combined80 members in the EarlyLearning Centre, Junior andSenior School Dance Troupes,
dance has a very strong pres-ence at the School.
The troupes experiencevarying performance oppor-tunities each year includinglocal and mainland eistedd-fods, speech nights and theDance @ Hutchins Showcase,involving all of the DanceTroupes and some special per-formances from staff, parentsand carers.
Students are also encour-aged to participate in the Ma-genta & Blacker ArtsShowcase which is a biennialcommunity arts event.
We nurture and encourageall our students who wish topursue performing arts careersand welcome many Old Boysback to share their amazingstories in performing arts.
CREATIVE CREW: Hutchins students Philip Humphrey, Nathaniel Mollison and Sebastian Renshaw performing in the school’s production Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon.
Building strong characters
Where could Performing Arts at Hutchins take you?
We offer a dynamic range of performance opportunities for students including drama, dance, music and musical theatre.
For more information please contact our Enrolments Assistant
on 6221 4236, [email protected] or visit
www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/performing-arts
THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL 71 Nelson Road, Sandy Bay
THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL BUILDING GOOD MEN
Telephone: (03) 6244 9200Email: [email protected] College: 20 Bastick Street Rosny 7018Website: www.education.tas.edu.au/rosnycollege
Department ofEducation
Rosny College Performing Arts 2018Rosny College is well known around the state and nationally for its high class Performing Arts Department, specialist educators and excellent training facilities.
In 2018 Rosny College will offer opportunities for all levels of study in:
• Dance • Drama/Theatre Performance • Costume Design and Construction • Media Production/VET Screen and Media • Music • Musical Theatre (The Drowsy Chaperone) • Technical Production/VET Creative Industries
2018 enrolments being taken now. Contact (03) 6244 9200 for more information on courses.
