Mitchell Conservatorium Students Shine at Forbes
Eisteddfod
I would like to commend the vast array of talent on
show over the last week at the Forbes Eisteddfod. The town was treated to a
great depth of skill through instrumental and vocal music, bands and orchestras
and other ensembles. I would also like to congratulate the following Mitchell
Con students and groups who received first prizes in their sections:
Thomas Haynes – Saxophone
Nicholas Toole – Saxophone
Holly MacGregor &
Hannah Blunt – Piano duet
Alleyne Gaut – Piano
Alleyne Gaut – Piano
Elizabeth Hoyle – Most
Promising talent trophy 10 years and under
Parkes Public School Band
– primary band
Lachlan Region Community
Orchestra – Senior Concert Band
Upcoming concerts
We are pleased to present some exciting concerts in
terms 3 and 4 this year. Note these dates in your diaries; publicity will be
released closer to the time:
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Friday 26th
July: Alturas Tango Ensemble, Parkes Services Club, 7:30pm
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Monday 12th
August: Seven Harp Ensemble, Forbes Town Hall, 7:30pm
·
Friday 6th
September: Showcase Concert, Forbes Public School Hall, 7pm
·
Saturday 30th
November: Solo Violin Recital, St Georges Church, Parkes, 7:30pm
·
Saturday 7th
December: Staff Concert series, venue TBA, 7:30pm
If you would like to volunteer your time at any of
these concerts selling tickets at the door we would be most happy to offer
yourself and two family members / friends few entry to the concert! Please call
Andrew or Jane on 6852 3766 for more information.
I look forward to engaging in community music
making with you!
Andrew Baker
Director, Lachlan Division
