NEVR Youth Concert
Wednesday 13 May marked the return of the biennial NEVR Youth Concert at Hamer Hall. This prestigious showcase brings together the finest primary and secondary talent from government schools all over North-East Victoria.
Our Mount Waverley Secondary College students featured prominently across multiple combined ensembles. Beyond the excitement of performing on a world-class stage, this event gave our musicians a fantastic opportunity to connect and collaborate with like-minded students who share their passion for music.
A massive congratulations to our performing students: Chyenn Qyi C, Paul C, Livin F, Eddie G, Pragya P, Johan Q, Charlotte T, Tyler Z, Sam F, Krish A, Ekagra D, Ethan D, Seneli T, May T, Jayden Y, Clarissa A, Rongze J, and Navindu R.
GIJ Superband Inductees
We are incredibly proud to announce that Kiki P, Julian D, and Xavier L were all selected for the Division Superband following their performances at the Generations in Jazz Festival in May.
To put this into perspective, these three talented students were singled out from hundreds of competitors to secure a spot in an exclusive, 20-piece ensemble of the festival’s finest performers. It was a proud moment this week as they officially received their certificates and iconic Superband hats. Congratulations, Kiki, Julian, and Xavier.
VCE Music Recital
Last Thursday, we held our annual VCE Recital, showcasing 10 Year 11 and 12 students currently studying VCE Music. This year’s cohort boasts a wide variety of instruments and repertoire, making for a fantastic, well-prepared program presented with great poise.
Recitals like this are an essential preparation tool for our VCE Music students. They offer valuable, authentic performance experience while providing students with extensive feedback from a panel of expert assessors. A huge thank you to all of our performers, assessors, and the appreciative audience members who came along to support our musicians.
Vietnam Information Evening
Last night, we were thrilled to host an information session for our proposed 2027 Music Tour to Vietnam. Families had the opportunity to hear from myself (Tijtje Keatley) regarding past tours and the incredible musical opportunities ahead. We were also joined by Global Learning Expeditions, the organisers running the Sound Bloom Festival, which we are proposing to attend in June/July next year.
In an exciting milestone, the Music Faculty is planning to form our first-ever full Symphony Orchestra as the touring ensemble for this trip, extending this wonderful international opportunity to our string students.
Thank you so much to all the families who attended. We look forward to receiving auditions and forming this amazing group as we prepare for this unforgettable journey.
Mrs Tijtje Keatley
Music Director