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Band, Ensemble & Music Tuition
Information Booklet 2015
BAND & ENSEMBLE PROGRAM 2015
St Patrick’s College Senior Concert BandDirected by: Mrs Joan Thorp
St Patrick’s College Intermediate BandDirected by: Mr Matthew Dority
St Patrick’s College Training BandDirected by: Mr Matthew Dority
St Patrick’s College Stage BandDirected by: Mrs Joan Thorp
St Patrick’s College Marching BandDirected by: Mrs Joan Thorp & Mr Matthew Dority
St Patrick’s College Drum Squads 1 & 2Directed by: Mr Cameron Gregory
St Patrick’s College Guitar Ensembles 1 & 2Directed by: Mr Blake Keep
St Patrick’s College String EnsembleDirected by: Miss Klara Morrison
St Patrick’s College Vocal GroupDirected by: Miss Priscilla Gauci
REHEARSALS
SENIOR CONCERT BAND
DIRECTED BY: Mrs Joan Thorp
REHEARSALS: Wednesdays 7:30am to 8:30am
The Senior Concert Band is our premium ensemble. They perform at all major college presentations, ceremonies and services.
They strive for musical excellence and compete in local and state band championships. Year 11 & 12 Senior Band members are awarded a Band service medal
to wear on their college uniform.
To ensure a suitable standard has been reached to join the Senior Concert Band, students are asked to play in the Intermediate Concert Band for at least 1 year
prior to joining the Senior Concert Band.
TRAINING CONCERT BAND
DIRECTED BY: Mr Matthew Dority
REHEARSALS: Fridays 7:30am to 8:30am
Beginner musicians are invited to join our Training Band.
No experience necessary!
Bring your instrument and an “Essential Elements 2000” band tutor book and
join in the fun! “Essential Elements 2000” tutor books can be purchased from music stores such as
Engadine Music and Shire Music Miranda.
If required, band Instruments can be hired from the college or from retail music stores.
ST PATRICK’S TRAINING BAND SPECIAL FOR 2015 Year 7s: Term 1 only - FREE band membership and *FREE instrument hire!
* limited to available instruments from St Patrick’s College
INTERMEDIATE CONCERT BAND
DIRECTED BY: Mr Matthew Dority
REHEARSALS: Tuesdays 7:30am to 8:30am
This is the ensemble for students who played in a primary school performing band.
It is expected you have completed or can play everything in a band method book such as "Essential Elements 2000" or "Standard of Excellence".
ST PATRICK’S INTERMEDIATE BAND SPECIAL FOR 2015 Year 7s: Term 1 only - FREE band membership and *FREE instrument hire!
* limited to available instruments from St Patrick’s College
MARCHING BAND
DIRECTED BY: Mrs Joan Thorp & Mr Matthew Dority
Drum Major: Jacob Vartanian, Year 12.
REHEARSALS: Wednesdays 3:00pm to 4:30pm
- Term 1 only -
The Marching Band (Combined Intermediate & Senior Concert Bands “On Parade”) perform in the annual St Patrick’s Day City Parade, the Miranda Anzac Day Dawn
Service, the Anzac Day City Parade and also at the Royal Easter Show.
We are all very proud to play a part in the very fine musical tradition of St Patrick’s College. St Patrick’s College Band has always marched in a unique and very
distinctive uniform: kilts with berets, ties, long socks and white spats over shiny black
shoes. Our Marching Band is a highly respected and valued group within the
college and community. We all take great pride in being the “Best Dressed Band” on parade! We were awarded Equal 2nd Place
in the School Marching Band category of the 2013 Sydney ANZAC Day Parade! TV coverage
Miranda Anzac Day Dawn Service
UNIFORM Band Issue (short-term loan): Kilt, tie, spats and flashes.
Self Issue: Long-sleeved boys collared white shirt, school blazer, shined black school shoes. Purchase from the college to keep: navy blue football socks, navy blue beret
and a college beret badge ($20 payable at the Accounts Office).
STAGE BAND DIRECTED BY: Mrs Joan Thorp
REHEARSALS: Thursdays
7.30am to 8.30am
The Stage Band is a fun ensemble for experienced musicians and comprises of Saxophones, Trumpets, Trombones, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano and Drums.
The Stage Band performs many styles including Swing, Latin, Rock and Disco. This ensemble accompanies many HSC soloists and is
a highlight at college events and functions.
MUSIC TUITION2015
Music tuition is encouraged for all band and ensemble members plus elective music students. Students who have private lessons typically improve more rapidly and develop confidence more quickly with individualised instruction.
St Patrick’s College is privileged to have a dedicated team of qualified and experienced music tutors offering high-quality music tuition on most instruments.
Individual lessons are best, but shared lessons may be possible if you have a friend learning the same instrument and you are approximately the same standard. 8x 30 minute lessons per term are recommended but more or less can be negotiated directly with your tutor. Before-school, after-school or lunchtimes may be available but these times are often reserved for Senior students. However, many of our tutors work at other music studios during after-school hours, so don’t hesitate to check all available times and venues with them. Tuition arrangement, timetabling and payment should be organised directly with the music tutor. Below are the contact details for our recommended tutors.
FluteMiss Liz Gillon 0402 103 821 [email protected] Michael Last 0432 940 605 [email protected]
Clarinet & SaxophoneMiss Jessica Lyons 0434 871 071 [email protected] Christian Eder 0491 117 210 [email protected]
BrassMrs Joan Thorp 0405 944 434 [email protected]
Drum Kit & PercussionMr Cameron Gregory 0410 566 539 [email protected]
GuitarMr Blake Keep 0421 798 500 [email protected]
Bass GuitarMr Paul Macadam 0422 931 670 [email protected]
Voice & PianoMiss Priscilla Gauci 0430 002 878 [email protected]
StringsMiss Klara Morrison 0448 620 379 [email protected]
Music Tuition CoordinatorMrs Carmel Boyle 02 9542 9000 [email protected]
SCHOOL INSTRUMENT HIRE FORM2015
Name of Student: ____________________________________ P/C: _______
Instrument: _____________________________________________________
Brand: ________________________ Model: _________________________
Serial Number: __________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________________________________
Home Address: __________________________________________________
Phone Numbers: ___________________ (h) ___________________ (mobile)
CONTRACT:
I agree to keep the instrument in good repair and safe at all times.
I agree that maintenance of the instrument is my responsibility. Should minor repairs on the instrument be required, I agree to contact the Band Director and arrange for these repairs to occur by a reputable Instrument Technician.
I understand that the college is responsible for the regular maintenance on the instrument but any major damage caused to the instrument by improper use or care will not be covered by the college. If I am not able to return the instrument, I will pay St Patrick’s College Sutherland its replacement value, as determined by the college.
I agree to pay the sum of $50 per term as hire on the instrument. I agree to return the instrument to St Patrick’s College Sutherland should I cease tuition and/or resign from the Band/Ensemble Program. The equipment will be returned fully cleaned and in working order.
Student Signature: ____________________________ Dated: ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________ Dated: ________________
OFFICE USE ONLYDate of issue: __________________ Date of return: _________________Condition: Condition:
STRING ENSEMBLE DIRECTED BY:
Miss Klara Morrison
REHEARSALS:to be confirmed
DIRECTED BY: Miss Priscilla Gauci
REHEARSALS: to be confirmed
VOCAL GROUP
BAND AND ENSEMBLE ENROLMENT + RE-ENROLMENT FORM 2015
Name of Student: ____________________________________________ P/C:______
Instrument: _______________________
Parent/Guardian name: __________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian signature: _______________________________________________
Phone Numbers: ______________________ (h) ______________________ (mobile)
Email contact details: ___________________________________________________
Please tick:-
□ Advanced Band enrolment (Senior Concert Band & Stage Band) $120 per term.□ Junior Band or Ensemble enrolment (incl. Training Band, Intermediate Band,
Drum Squad, Guitar Ensemble, String Ensemble and Vocal Group) $60 per term.
Please note:-
Enrolment is for the whole school year. Training Band and Intermediate Band enrolment is free for Year 7 students in Term 1 only. Continuing Year 7 Band members will be billed from Term 2 to Term 4.
All other members are billed from Term 1 to Term 4.
Please complete and return this form to Mrs Boyle or your Band/Ensemble Leader.
OFFICE USE ONLY
Enrolment date ________________________
● Added to band/ensemble roll
● Added to accounts list
● Added to band email communications list
● Band/ensemble leader notified
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
DIRECTED BY: Mr Blake Keep
REHEARSALS: Monday 3:00pm & Tuesday 12:00pm
The Guitar Ensembles showcase our most talented guitarists. They learn various
techniques in many musical styles. Performances include college performing
arts nights and school assemblies.
DRUM SQUAD DIRECTED BY:
Mr Cameron Gregory
REHEARSALS: Thursdays
Lunch 1 & Lunch 2
Our percussionists love Drum Squad with our Drum Tutor and Drum Squad Leader, Cameron Gregory. Students learn new drumming techniques plus African and Latin percussive styles. It’s a very entertaining ensemble with performances at community events
and school assemblies. In 2010, some of our drummers performed with Guy Sebastian at the Aria Awards as well
as the X-Factor Grand Final! TV coverage
