A NIGHT AT THE PAC A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

CHRISTINE TAYLOR

ANight at the PAC was certainly an extravaganza for the senses. This collaborative Soundscape event between the Cocurricular Music and Art Departments was a celebration of music, art and food. In three consecutive performances; which took advantage of the professional level sound, lighting and projection facilities of the Auditorium and the open-air performance opportunities of the Amphitheatre; 19 music ensembles from Junior High and Senior School delighted audiences with a diverse and captivating range of performances.

In the Intermediate Ensembles Concert, ensemble performances were enhanced by projections of still images created by students in curriculum arts classes in response to recordings of the music. During the Intermission performances in the Amphitheatre, the audience had the opportunity to wine and dine whilst listening to stage band, jazz combo and percussion ensemble performances. The Senior Ensembles Concert showcased the very high standard of performance achieved by St Peters most senior ensembles - St Peters Soloists, Chorale and Symphonic Winds. All performances across the night were greeted enthusiastically by the large audiences.

In each concert, and across the evening, Senior students from the Art Department worked collaboratively to create artworks inspired by the music performed and the atmosphere of the event. The standard of the artworks created in such a short time was fabulous. These artworks were auctioned online to audience members with the proceeds from the final sales going to help support the Music Department’s National and International touring program for 2023.