Performing Arts
Welcome back and congratulations to all members of the Pipes and Drums who toured to Nova Scotia during the holiday period. The boys were fantastic ambassadors for the school and enjoyed all of the experiences on offer. Special thanks to the staff who led the tour - Mr Craig Bailey, Mr Roy Hamilton and Mrs Denyse Houston.
The Music Department have a number of significant events over the next fortnight. On Friday 4 August, the Dickinson Centre will be transformed into a 1920's inspired 'Cotton Club'. All parents, friends and staff are encouraged to book their tables for the event which has become a highlight of the Scotch calendar. The night will feature performances from our Big Bands, Combos and Scotch Vox who will be supported by members of staff and some of Perth's best Jazz performances. In addition, we are proud to welcome back guest musicians the legendary Australian drummer and big band leader, Mr John Morrison and award-winning jazz vocalist, Ms Jacki Cooper again this year.
So book your tables and bring your dancing shoes to Jazz Night 2017. Doors open at 7.00pm for a 7:30pm start. Tickets are available here.
In the lead up to Jazz Night, our Senior and Middle School boys will have an opportunity to workshop their performances with John Morrison and Jacki Cooper.
This year's NAIDOC Concert will be held on Saturday 5 August. The night will feature performances by some of our Indigenous students, as well as items from a number of invited schools. The NAIDOC Concert promises to be a wonderful display of talent. Reserve your ticket here.
The Con Brio concert highlights our talented string players. All ensembles have been working diligently to prepare for this event and we look forward to your support.
Important dates for the Winter Term calendar are:
Date | Time | Event | Location |
Friday 4 August | 7.30pm | Music Jazz Night | Dickinson Centre |
Saturday 5 August | 6.00pm | NAIDOC Concert | Dickinson Centre |
Wednesday 9 August | 6.30pm | Con Brio Concert | Dickinson Centre |
Saturday 12 August | 5.00pm | Pipe Band 70th Anniversary Sundowner | |
Sunday 13 August | All day | WA School's Jazz Festival | Hale School |
Monday 14 August | 7.00pm | FOSM Meeting | Senior School Music Department |
Friday 25 August | 9.00am - 12.00pm | Music Photo Day | MacKellar Hall |
Saturday 26 August | All day | Aths Day | |
Monday 4 - Friday 8 September | Arts Week | ||
Monday 4 September - Tuesday 5 September | All day | JS MS Music Festival & Music Camp | MacKellar Hall |
Monday 4 September | 7.00 - 9.00 pm | Combined Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal and Supper | Dickinson Centre |
Friday 8 September | 6.30pm | Senior Spring Concert | Dickinson Centre |
Thursday 14 September | 5.00pm | JS Music Strings Soiree | MacKellar Hall |
Contact Details
The Instrumental Programme is administered by the Senior School Music Department and all queries should be directed to the Music Administrators, Julia Robinson (Monday to Wednesday) and Donna Ranauro (Thursday and Fridays) via phone 9383 6841 or email music@scotch.wa.edu.au.
Alternately, please contact Mr Chris McMillan, Head of Performing Arts, via email Chris.McMillan@scotch.wa.edu.au or phone 9383 6842.
If you wish to become more involved in supporting the Music Department, please contact FOSM@scotch.wa.edu.au
Mr Chris McMillan
Head of Performing Arts
