It has been an extremely successful year for the Music Department that has been filled with popular events including the House Eisteddfod, St Ignatius Day, many Assembly performances and Masses, and the Annual Music Concert.

The year began with Loyola’s annual House Eisteddfod at the end of Term One. Students spent the term rehearsing and preparing for the show which includes singing, dancing, acting and a whole heap of fun! Flynn House took the win this year but congratulations to all the houses and their efforts as it definitely was an evening to enjoy.

Our next event was the annual Music Camp in Term Two, where music students spent 3 days with their ensembles at a campsite practicing and rehearsing for the upcoming music concerts. We also can’t forget the live performance by the Horns of Leroy on the final night who were accompanied by the Loyola Jazz Band.

Then we had the St Ignatius Day concert where various bands have the opportunity to audition for and perform on stage at the Two Wolves Hub. This concert was a massive success as usual with multiple Year 11 bands performing as a part of their ensemble assessments as well as both Rock Bands, the Jazz Band, and various other performers. The St Ignatius Day Concert also includes the heavily anticipated Masked Singer where the teachers get the opportunity to dress in silly costumes and sing as the students guess who the teacher is. Big shout out to Sister Nelia for putting on the best Masked Singer performance on the day.

Finally, we had the Annual Music Concert which like last year, ran over two nights. This concert includes performances from various ensembles, the Year 7 classes, and solos from a select few Year 12 music students. This year’s Annual Music Concert also included special guest performances from two past Year 12 music students Jordan Greene (L: 21-23) and Celeste Murone (L: 18-23), who have moved onto tertiary studies in music since graduating. This night is always a huge success as the students get to show off the skills and pieces they have been developing all year long.

None of these events would be possible without the ongoing support of Ms Taylor and Mr Thomas as well as all the other music and instrumental teachers who work tirelessly to provide the music students with endless opportunities to learn and thrive in the department. A huge thank you to everyone for their support and I look forward to watching the department to continue to prosper in future years.

Music Captain
Jessica Wright

Student of the Fortnight: Archie Andrew (8/CMKC)

Archie is a Year 8 music student who is flourishing in the Music Department. He is currently an active member of the Loyola Jazz Band, which focuses on ensemble and improvisational skills. As a student who has only recently begun learning the trumpet, Archie is excelling in his instrumental skills and is keeping up with the other experienced members of the band. He’s extremely enthusiastic, is always looking to improve and is certainly blossoming into a heavily appreciated member of the Music community at the school. 

Well done Archie!