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As we approach the end of the year and preparations begin for 2024, it’s an excellent time to reflect on the accomplishments of our students in 2023.
Music plays an important role in the life of the School and we offer a wide range of opportunities for students to be part of the program. They participate in a busy schedule of weekly ensemble rehearsals, private instrumental lessons, and a regular series of performances.
In the classroom, students in Year 1, Year 4, Years 7 and 8 have the chance to learn instruments in small groups. We encourage them to pursue private lessons, aiming for them to eventually join one of our 40 diverse ensembles - including rock bands, piano trios, flute ensembles, drumlines, percussion ensembles, Chamber Choir, Show Choir, and our advanced groups like Concordia, Senior Concert Band, and Boaden Orchestra.
We also run five informal Twilight Concerts open to vocal and instrumental soloists, regardless of whether they learn their instrument at Ivanhoe Girls' or not. These events offer a supportive environment for students of all skill levels to showcase their talents, and are always a treat to watch!
This year we were delighted to revive our international music excursion program, sending 24 students to the UK, Belgium and France for an unforgettable Choir Tour. With performances scattered over 13 days in three different countries, this trip empowered our students to apply their learning to real-world performances.
It is a privilege to support so many incredible students on their journey and passion for all things music.
Mr Christopher Cox,
Head of Performing Arts and Director of Music
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Bel Canto Choir
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Boaden Orchestra
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Bowie Orchestra
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Cantabile Choir
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Chamber Choir
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Clarinet Ensemble
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Concert Band
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Concordia Choir
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Drumline
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Fiddian Strings
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Flute-a-roos
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Guitar Ensemble
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Hewison Strings Orchestra
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Hyde String Quartet
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Intermediate Brass Ensemble
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Intermediate Drumline
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Intermediate Percussion
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Irwin Orchestra
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Jazz Band
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Jazz Cats
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Junior Chamber Strings
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Junior Choir
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Junior Choristers
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Junior Concert Band
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Junior Drumline
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Junior Guitar Ensemble
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Junior Percussion
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Martines Duo
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Murphy Trio
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Phillips String Quartet
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Senior Brass
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Senior Drumline
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Senior Flutes
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Senior Percussion
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Show Choir
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Stage Band
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Tritones Band
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The Friends of Music Association is a wonderful group of parents who enjoy supporting music performances at the School. We have parents of children who have just begun at Ivanhoe Girls’, and some who finished at the School years ago. We don't all have strong musical backgrounds, but we all share a passion for helping the students along their musical journey, sharing great ideas, and being part of a friendly and welcoming community.
Growing up in Germany, I was not exposed to such an outstanding music programme as we have at the School, however, I learnt the recorder and the accordion during my early education. After moving to Australia as an adult, I find pleasure in participating in the School’s community choir Harmonia. With two daughters in Senior School at Ivanhoe Girls’, I love volunteering and giving back to the community.
It was a privilege to be elected as Friends of Music President. As the Friends of Music President, my role is to support the School’s music program as it provides opportunities for students to enjoy and perform a wide range of music. I chair the monthly meetings where we discuss and make various decisions about how we can assist and organise events, as well as fundraising. The funds raised by Friends of Music support the Music Department to purchase additional equipment and instruments that benefit passionate music students. We also presented a Music Award at Celebration Night to a deserving, enthusiastic and talented student.
Together with other Friends of Music members, I help out at events such as Open Day, music concerts, Jazz Night etc. I enjoy attending all our students' music events with family and friends and help to promote our children’s musical journeys.
Being an active member of the Friends of Music Association is rewarding and inspiring for the students at Ivanhoe Girls’ and our children. All parents and/or guardians are welcome to join – whether they play a small or a large part, any help is greatly appreciated.
Doris Glier,
President of Friends of Music Association
