Music Ensembles Program
Asquith Boys and Asquith Girls High Schools have combined their extra-curricular music ensembles and now deliver an extensive, award-winning music ensembles program - including both separate and co-ed ensembles. This collaborative venture significantly benefits student learning outcomes in music performance. It is a fantastic opportunity for students to maintain friendships they made in their primary school band programs, and make new friends in a structured learning environment. From a performance perspective, we have seen an improved balance of instrumentation and greater sense of teamwork between students in the different sections of the band.
Asquith Boys and Asquith Girls High Schools have combined their extra-curricular music ensembles and now deliver an extensive, award-winning music ensembles program - including both separate and co-ed ensembles. This collaborative venture significantly benefits student learning outcomes in music performance. It is a fantastic opportunity for students to maintain friendships they made in their primary school band programs, and make new friends in a structured learning environment. From a performance perspective, we have seen an improved balance of instrumentation and greater sense of teamwork between students in the different sections of the band.
All bands and vocal ensembles will participate in a variety of activities and performances each year both within and outside of school. These include, but are not limited to:
Music Camp at Crusaders, Galston Gorge, in collaboration with Asquith Boys HS
Big Band Blast and Rural Schools Regional Tour (with masterclasses from professional musicians)
Australian Band & Orchestra Festival at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Schools Spectacular
ABHS Community Fun Day
ABHS MAD Night
AGHS Musical and Musicale
Community and school fetes
Asquith Carols
Formal Assemblies and Presentation Occasions
Parents and students will also be notified of additional extension music opportunities for gifted and talented students such as State Music Camp and ensemble auditions and programs offered through the Arts Unit NSW.
If you have any questions in regards to the Music Ensembles program, please contact Mrs Beth Smith in the AGHS Creative Arts Staffroom on 9477 6411.
COMBINED ENSEMBLES
♫ ABHS & AGHS COMBINED CONCERT BAND
Tuesday morning at 7.15am – 8:30am in the Asquith Girls High School Hall.
This band is for students in years 7 to 9 with previous instrument/band experience.
You do not have to audition for this group.
Conducted by Mrs Beth Smith.
♫ ABHS & AGHS JAZZ COMBO
Thursday morning at 7.20am – 8:30am in the Asquith Boys High School Music Room 32.
This band is an extension opportunity for students who would like to further develop their skills in jazz, soloing and improvisation in a small group setting.
By audition only.
Directed by Mr Joe Manton
♫ ABHS & AGHS COMBINED WIND ENSEMBLE
Friday morning at 7.15am – 8:30am in the Asquith Girls High School Hall.
This band is for experienced instrumentalists in years 9 to 12.
By audition only.
Conducted by Mrs Beth Smith.
SEPARATE ENSEMBLES
♫ AGHS STAGE BAND
Monday morning at 7.20am – 8:30am in the Asquith Girls High School Hall
This band is for experienced instrumentalists in Years 7-12 who are either current members of the Concert Band or Wind Ensemble, or have had experience in jazz.
By audition only.
Directed by Mr Joe Manton
♫ AGHS Vocal Ensemble
Monday morning at 7.30am – 8:30am in Music Room 1
This is a choir for girls who are interested in singing and may or may not have had ensemble experience. You do not have to audition for this group.
Directed by Mrs Vivienne McLaren