After a national auditioning process, Max was appointed as a guitarist with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra. Max performs a variety of musical genre with a particular interest in Metal and Gypsy Jazz. Bebop jazz is a more recent interest. His selection to the Orchestra is a gauge of his commitment to music and an indication of his skills in all areas of musical performance and theory. Max took up this position during October 2009. We wish him well in his new experience which is be exciting and challenging.
Feel free to chat with Max about his achievement. He may just have the information that could inspire others to do the same.
Congratulations, Max!!!
Guitarist - National Youth Jazz Orchestra
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Sep
Tony Zhang - Achievement
Tony is a piano student who has been tutored for many years now. In 2009 Tony successfully attained the highest grade in an International grading system, Grade 8. From this point on, he could pursue studies in teaching or virtuoso performance for the instrument. This is was an incredible achievement for a Year 12 student.
Feel free to chat with Tony about his achievement. Many instruments (those we offer here at College) can be studied to this level. Who knows, you may be inspired to do likewise.
Congratulations, Tony!!!
Tony Zhang - Grade 8 (Performance)
On 11-12 September 2009, we held our annual SiSoMo Event at the College. As the event grows from year to year, we focus on elements of stage performance while enhancing sight, sound and motion aspects of the event. This year, the event marked the launch of the College Jazz Band. The Friday night (although not well attended) showcased largely solo, duo and trio performances of an unplugged nature. The Saturday night was sold out and the scene was set for for a good night.
A variety of musical performances, visual art displays, refreshment and snacks, against a backdrop of a Cafe-styled setting made for an elegant evening, showcasing the talents and efforts of the students of our College.
SiSoMo is a process of continual preparation and eventual staging of what, for some, will be the reality of working in the entertainment industry where many elements come together as one package for audiences in venues in New Zealand and around the world.
Be there for SiSoMo Elevate 2010 at Expressions - tickets on sale soon !!!!!
Mr Stedman - AV Setup
Mr Maurice Phillips adjusts
Kapa Haka in rehearsal
Rehearsal - Waiting to take the stage
Playing the Blues
The scene is set
The Seat of Beat
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