Arts Captain Report

We’ve had an exciting and lively few weeks in the world of the Arts at our school, and I’m thrilled to share the highlights with you!

In August, the annual Vocal Night was a success, showcasing the incredible talents of our students in both solo performances and choir arrangements. This event serves as a wonderful opportunity for students who are working towards their AMEB singing exams and their Year 12 VCE music recitals to showcase their talents and skills. The ‘Iggy’s Pop Voices’ made their debut performance at vocal night, which features students from years 7-9. The evening included a huge array of voices and music, leaving the audience impressed at the new MacKillop Senior Centre Theatre!

Following closely, our Ensemble Showcase brought the stage to life with a dynamic array of group music performances. From the energetic performances of our rock bands, to the lyrical sounds of the junior/senior choir and band. It was clear that our students are not just passionate about music, but also exceptionally talented. It was a fantastic display of what our music students have to offer.

The Saint Ignatius Feast Day Talent Quest was another highlight, featuring three sections: junior, senior, and House acts. This event was a wonderful platform for students to display their talents, from dance and drama to music. The highlights were without doubt the House acts, with thrilling performances coordinated by each Head of House and the House Captains and the brilliant Art Competition that showcased the amazing fine art talent we have at the College. Congratulations to the junior art competition winners: Saisha Tagore (1st place), Samantha Farnsworth (2nd place), Emma Holland (3rd place) and our senior art competition winners: Gabriela Fernandes (1st place), Isabella Sbrissa (2nd place) and Jade Cowdery (3rd place).

On the 6th of September, our senior choir travelled to Ballarat for the annual South Street Competition. This prestigious event gathers choirs from various schools across the state to compete and showcase their skills. Additionally, on the 12th of September is the Combined Choral Evening, where schools in our area gather to display their talents; this year our school is hosting it at the MPC. These events are an excellent way to see what other schools in our area feature.

The second VCE Music Soiree this year is being held on the 10th of October at Terindah Estate. With a diverse program from a mixture of instruments and students, the night will be extraordinary and a fun time. The concert will include jazz, rock, musical theatre, and much more, all performed by the year 11 and 12 music classes. More information will be coming soon!

Overall, the work by our staff and students this term has been exemplary; without the support of our dedicated teachers, these incredible opportunities wouldn’t be possible.

Warm regards,

Zach Jackson | 2024 Arts Captain