Grand Concert

2020 was understandably very light on in terms of music performances, so it was with a mixture of excitement and trepidation that we approached the Grand Concert on Friday 21 May, 2021. This was to be our second big concert of the year, following on from the Autumn Concert at the end of Term 1.

Everything fell into place on the night and it was thrilling for the girls to be able to perform to a packed auditorium in the Performing Arts Centre. Playing in front of an audience makes such a difference!

The program began with a scintillating performance from the Voiceworks choir, accompanied by members of the Latin Band. This contrasted well with the Concert Band which followed with a performance of ‘Scorpion!’ and ‘Boom and Bust’.

Saxophonist Cheryl gave a sparkling rendition of two movements from Milhaud’s ‘Scaramouche’, which was followed by the mellow tones of ‘Sleepsong’ from the Wind Symphony.

Following Melba Chorale’s atmospheric performance, Mrs Penberthy presented students with their Music Colours. Hannah, the 2021 Music Captain, received the Lois Couzens Award from the President of the FMS, Ms Li-Leen Tan.

Senior Strings performed a movement from the popular ‘Serenade for Strings’ by Dvořák, and the program was brought to a close with the Symphony Orchestra.

Given the restrictions subsequently brought in for Melbourne, we are very grateful that the girls had the opportunity to perform in this year’s Grand Concert.

Richard Squibb Director of Music