PERFORMING ARTS
PERFORMING ARTS
The PLC Sydney Pipes and Drums are an exciting and somewhat unique part of the co-curricular program. The Band performs at many events during the year, both at school and externally. In recent years, the Band has played in the Sydney ANZAC Day march, at Celtic festivals outside of Sydney and at pipe band competitions in NSW and Qld. From the thrill of marching in a street parade to the discipline of competing against other pipe bands, the girls are afforded many experiences. As well as competent tuition in playing the challenging instruments of the band (bagpipes and snare, tenor and bass drums), the members of the Pipes and Drums gain experience in teamwork, personal organisation, deportment and presentation, and leadership. There is also the opportunity to tour with the Pipes and Drums in Senior School.
Pipes and Drums in Junior School
Membership – Years 3-6
Cost: A nominal fee of $100 per semester for tuition and $50 per year for instrument hire
Tuition – students receive one individual or small group lesson per week
Band rehearsals – Friday lunchtimes, alternating between beginners and more advanced players each fortnight. A certain level of proficiency is needed before attending rehearsals.
Performances – There are opportunities for participation in one or two performances each year.
Pipes and Drums in Senior School
Membership – Years 7-12
Cost - $350 per semester for tuition and $150 per year for instrument hire (reduced to a $50 maintenance fee for students with their own instruments).
There is no fee for participating in the Pipes and Drums rehearsals or performances.
Pipes and Drums uniforms are provided for borrowing at no charge.
Tuition – students receive one 30-minute individual lesson per week
Band Rehearsals – after school on Wednesdays – 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm
Performances – Members are expected to attend all performances of the Pipes and Drums (unless not possible), whether at school, somewhere in Sydney, or outside
of Sydney. Repertoire for performances is taught in individual lessons and must be practised at home.
Venue: PA39
Staff: Bagpipes and Coordinator: Mr Garry Barker gbarker@plc.nsw.edu.au
Snare Drums: Ms Giorgia Di Girolamo gdigirolamo@plc.nsw.edu.au
Tenor Drums: Dr Eleonora Cerqua ecerqua@plc.nsw.edu.au
Sign Up: Via Clipboard, Early Term 1, a notice will be sent via PLACES