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THE ARTS
PERFORMER OF THE YEAR
DAVID DEACON
head of strings and music co-Director
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he Performer of the Year not only showcases the astounding level of achievement attained by the College's finest young musicians, but also provides concert performance opportunities at the highest level. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, both concerts were able to go ahead with the Recital Final available via Livestream only and the Concerto Final with the orchestra performing in face masks.
Recital Final – Saturday 21 August - Finalists • Chloe Baird – Saxophone • Panelo Hsieh – Piano • Victor Huang – Piano
Plus Ultra | November 2021
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Rebecca Kim – Cello Mark Lubke – Violin Lana Ly – Harp Mulan Ma – Piano George Thomas – Cello Brooke Wallace – Violin
All delighted, enthralled and impressed the Livestream audience. The performers, ranging from Years 7–12, exhibited poise, maturity and composure beyond their years, astounding technical prowess and rich musicality. Pianist Mulan Ma (top left) was awarded the title of 2021 Performer of the Year - Recitalist, for her accomplished
