Band, Ensemble & Music Tuition

Information Booklet 2019

WORKSHOPS

BAND CAMPS

BAND FESTIVALS

CONCERTS

ANZAC DAY

ROYAL EASTER SHOW

TEAM WORK

LEADERSHIP

CREATIVEEXPRESSION

SELF-ESTEEM & CONFIDENCE

SELF-DISCIPLINE

FRIENDSHIP

MUSIC TUITION 2019

Music tuition is encouraged for all band and ensemble members plus elective music students. Students who have private lessons typically improve at a greater pace and develop confidence 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. Weekly 30 minute lessons are recommended but more or less can be negotiated directly with your tutor. Before-school, after-school or lunchtimes may be available, if preferred. 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.

Flute Miss Sarah Evans 0423 255 364 sarah.evans316@gmail.com

Clarinet & Saxophone Mr Christian Eder 0491 117 210 cheder66@gmail.com Mr Kieran Hanrahan 0422 541 933 kieran.hanrahan1@gmail.com Brass Mrs Joan Thorp 0405 944 434 joan@thorp.com Drum Kit & Percussion Mr Cameron Gregory 0410 566 539 suecam007@gmail.com Guitar Mr Blake Keep 0421 798 500 blake_keep@hotmail.com

Bass Guitar Mr Paul Macadam 0456 310 250 ptmacadam91@gmail.com Miss Amanda Jenkins 0468 543 369 mandi_turtle8@hotmail.com Voice Mrs Vanessa Powell 0422 949 668 vanessa_ellen_powell@hotmail.com Piano & Guitar Mr Jake Wilson 0405 014 013 jakejwilson@hotmail.com Violin Mrs Rebecca Reeks 0402 431 383 sliceofsmiles@hotmail.com

Music Tuition Coordinator Mrs Carmel Boyle 02 9542 9000 carmel.boyle@syd.catholic.edu.au

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 members are awarded a band service badge to wear on their blazers. 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: Mondays 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. If required, band instruments may be hired from the college or from retail music stores.

ST PATRICK’S TRAINING CONCERT BAND SPECIAL FOR 2019 Year 7s: One term FREE – includes FREE band membership and *FREE instrument hire!

* limited to available instruments at St Patrick’s College

STRING ENSEMBLE DIRECTED BY: Mrs Rebecca Reeks

REHEARSALS: Contact Mrs Carmel Boyle 02 9542 9000 carmel.boyle@syd.catholic.edu.au

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 2019 Year 7s: One term FREE – Includes FREE band membership and *FREE instrument hire!

* limited to available instruments at St Patrick’s College

GUITAR ENSEMBLE DIRECTED BY: Mr Blake Keep

REHEARSALS: Contact Mr Blake Keep 0421 798 500 blake_keep@hotmail.com

The Guitar Ensemble showcases our most talented guitarists. They learn various techniques in many musical styles.

Performances include college music nights and school assemblies.

MARCHING BAND DIRECTED BY: Mrs Joan Thorp & Mr Matthew Dority

Drum Major: Emily Smith, Year 12. REHEARSALS: Wednesdays 3:00pm to 4:00pm

- Term 1 only -

The Marching Band (Combined Intermediate & Senior Concert Bands “On Parade”) perform in the annual St Patrick’s Day 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 continue 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!

TV coverage: Anzac Day City Parade 2018

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.

VOCAL GROUP REHEARSALS: Contact Mrs Carmel Boyle

02 9542 9000 carmel.boyle@syd.catholic.edu.au

DRUM SQUAD DIRECTED BY: Mr Cameron Gregory

REHEARSALS: Contact Mr Cameron Gregory 0410 566 539 suecam007@gmail.com

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.

BAND CAMP For Training Band, Intermediate Band and Senior Band.

Band Camp, in Term 2, is an annual highlight for many band members. With focussed time on our music including specialised music tuition,

we always achieve so much in 2 days and 2 nights! This annual camp optimises our preparation for local and state band competitions.

Our camp is conveniently located in the Royal National Park - a beautiful venue with plenty of indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy. We introduce new camp activities each year plus we look forward to annual favourites such as the giant waterslide, the campfire and

our fancy-dress Pyjama Party Movie Night. Senior band members are in charge of Evening Recreation and always do a fantastic job leading camp-style games like,

"Trivia", "Musical Chairs" and "Celebrity Head”.

Band Camp is a productive and fun residential camp fostering group cohesion and friendships across different year groups.

ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE

551PresidentAvenueSutherland2232PostalAddress:POBox3276KirraweeDC2232TelephoneNo:95429000FaxNo:95451820

Website:www.stpatscoll.nsw.edu.au

COLLEGE INSTRUMENT HIRE FORM 2019

Name of Student: _______________________________________ P/C: ______

Instrument: _______________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________________

Home Address: ____________________________________________________

Phone Numbers: ___________________ (h) _____________________ (mobile)

Email Address: ____________________________________________________

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 ONLY

Brand: ________________________ Model: _________________________

Serial Number: _________________ Asset Number: __________________

Date of issue: _________ Condition: _________________________________

Date of return: _________ Condition: _________________________________

ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE

551PresidentAvenueSutherland2232PostalAddress:POBox3276KirraweeDC2232

TelephoneNo:95429000FaxNo:95451820Website:www.stpatscoll.nsw.edu.au

BAND AND ENSEMBLE ENROLMENT + RE-ENROLMENT FORM 2019

Name of Student: _________________________________________ P/C:______

Instrument/s: ____________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian name: ______________________________________________

Phone Numbers: ____________________ (h) ____________________ (mobile)

Email/s: ___________________________________________________________

Please tick:-

□ Training Band (Beginners)

□ Intermediate Concert Band

□ Guitar Ensemble

□ Vocal Group

□ Senior Concert Band □ Drum Squad

□ Stage Band □ String Ensemble

□ Marching Band

Enrolment costs $92 per term, charged to school fees. Enrolment is for the whole school year. Please return completed forms to the college, Att: The Director of Bands.

OFFICE USE ONLY

Enrolment date ________________________

Added to band/ensemble roll Added to band email communications list Band/ensemble leader notified