CAPA
WOLLONGONG CATHOLIC EDUCATION OFFICE DIRECTORS ART GALLERY
On Monday June 24th, four John Therry students, along with Mrs. Hume and Mr. Marshall attended a special Director’s Gallery morning tea presentation. Visual Arts teacher Mrs. Ashley Hume was presented with an easel and canvas to our school in recognition of the work from our students. Their artwork will be on exhibition at the Catholic Education Office in Wollongong until the end of Term 3.
The chosen students works are outstanding. The chosen students were Caitlin Frohreich (Year 11-Drawing), Nikita Bulgak (Year 10-Photography), Anthony Ceroni (Year 10-Painting) and Jazmin Abrahamowicz (Year 9-Drawing).
This exhibition is an initiative from the Director of Schools Peter Turner. These students and their families were invited to the Office to have morning tea with Mr. Turner to discuss their artworks. The standard exemplified in both the actual artwork and in each student’s accompanying statements truly set the standard very high and receive praise and much attention from all who were in attendance. Congratulations to these students and thank you to the parents who took time out on the day to support their talented children.
Mr. Peters
Creative Arts Coordinator
YEAR 8 MUSIC -AFRICAN PERCUSSION PERFORMANCE INCURSION
On Wednesday June 26th, Year 8 students Music students this semester had an interactive and educational experience with a real African master drummer and performer . Students took part in a one hour interactive musical performance . The students and teachers learnt the importance of music and in particular drumming, in the African culture.
We learnt the names of several important instruments used in Ghana, and certain rhythms and performances that were played for certain occasions. The students then got a djembe drum each, and played as a whole ensemble under the direction of the African master. The talented performers had the students playing drums and moving to the music of Africa. The students were able to experience first hand musical concepts through practical experience. Thanks to Mrs. Blunden, Mrs. Morton and Mr. Mayes for their input with this event. It was a rewarding experience for both students and teachers.
Mr. Peters
Creative Arts Coordinator
