National Bands and Orchestras Eisteddfod
National Bands and Orchestras Eisteddfod
By Kirsten Knight, Head of Co-curricular Music
The Australian National Bands and Orchestras Eisteddfod was held in Canberra from Thursday 30 May to Sunday 2 June. Several of our groups enjoyed the experience of performing in this event and gave polished performances.
Our groups were awarded the following trophies.
Big Band – “Gold” 16 Years & Under Jazz Bands Grade B
Stage Band – “Silver” 18 Years & Under Grade B
Gershwin Concert Band – “Bronze” 14 Years & Under Grade B
Bernstein Symphonic Wind Orchestra – “Silver” 18 Years & Under Grade B
Elgar String Orchestra – “Gold” 16 Years & Under Orchestras
Vivaldi String Orchestra – “Silver” Primary/High School Orchestras
Congratulations to all students involved and special word of thanks to the conductors, managers and other staff supporting the students.