Visual & Performing Arts

Music Report

Term 2 has been an exciting and fulfilling semester for Music at Newhaven College, with students embracing a wide range of performance and learning opportunities. One of the standout events was the SEISA Music Festival held on Tuesday, 26 May at Beaconhills Berwick once again. Our musicians joined students from across the SEISA network to rehearse and present an inspiring combined performance featuring orchestra, choir and big band. Newhaven College was proudly represented by Year 11 student Finn Farley with a superb vocal performance of 'Maybe This Time', made famous by Liza Minnelli. See photos of this event below.

Our senior students also shone at the VCE Soirée and VET Music Performances, presenting refined and confident performances as part of their preparation for next semester’s performance examinations. It's always pleasing to hear the progress they have made by the halfway point.

Music Tuition

Did you know that close to 200 students are involved in our Individual Music Tuition Program, participating in weekly one-to-one or small group lessons? To learn more or register for lessons, please follow the link below. We are taking registrations for next semester with places available on all instruments and voice.

Individual Music Tuition Program (IMT)

Looking ahead to Semester 2, we are excited to offer the Urban Music Camp in Melbourne for all members of our MusicPlus ensembles and vocal groups. As part of this experience, students will have the opportunity to attend Six the Musical, at the Comedy Theatre. The camp will serve as valuable preparation for our Annual Spring Concert, taking place later in the term at the Union Theatre in Wonthaggi.

We are also proud to announce that the Newhaven College Choir and Big Band will participate in the Victorian Schools Music Festival (VSMF) during Term 3. This festival provides students with the invaluable experience of performing on a professional stage while receiving feedback from industry professionals and adjudicators. Early next term, our combined Senior Vocal Ensemble and Middle School Choir will be competing at the Yarram Eisteddfod. I'm sure they'll do the College proud at the upcoming events.

Any student interested in joining an ensemble or vocal group is warmly encouraged to become involved. Participation opens the door to exciting experiences such as the Urban Music Camp and many other rewarding performance opportunities.

MusicPlus Performance Program Registration

Thank you to all students who have contributed so enthusiastically to MusicPlus and choir activities throughout the semester, as well as to the families and friends whose ongoing support makes these opportunities possible. We look forward to welcoming even more students into our music community in Semester 2 and sharing another exciting season of performances and events.

Upcoming Events

• Monday 15 June: Winter Soiree
• Wednesday 17 June: VET Music 2nd Year Performance Night
• Friday 21 – Monday 24 August: Urban Music Camp
• Monday 7 September: Annual Spring Concert – Union Theatre
• Wednesday 9 September: VET Music Performance Night – NC Black Box Theatre
• Monday 14 September: VCE Unit 4 Soirée – NC Black Box Theatre
• Monday 13 October: Annual Bands Night – The Westernport Hotel
• Monday 26 November: Spring Soirée – Rehearsal Hall Performing Arts Centre
• November – December: AMEB Exams (Dates TBC)

Matthew Goss

Director of Music

VCE Soiree

Last Monday, the Rehearsal Hall at the Performing Arts Centre came alive as our VCE Music students performed to a supportive audience of family and friends. Music Captain Holly Martelli expertly hosted the evening, providing thoughtful and informative introductions to each performance. The event gave students the valuable opportunity to showcase solo and ensemble works before a live audience while continuing to refine and develop their performance skills.