From the Music Department

Last week, the Music Department held its third SAC Laneway on a fabulous Friday evening. The action-packed line up featured all three SAC Rock Bands, as well as the Primary Band, Year 7/8 Band, Concert Band and Stage Band. Also performing on the evening were the Middle and Senior School Choirs, Catch 22, Drum Corps, and old scholars Ellie Stevenson and Kate Lewis. 

As well as the action on the stage, there were games and activities for all, with the bouncy castle featuring as a highlight for many. The food stalls were also a great hit, and the fairly floss machine worked non-stop all evening. The SAC Op Shop was trading for those who were interested in grabbing a repurposed, recycled or upcycled bargain, with funds raised supporting Mercy Works. 

With over 800 people attending, the evening was a terrific community occasion and it was wonderful to welcome so many families to the school for an opportunity to mingle and enjoy the great atmosphere. The main purpose of the evening was to raise money for the Senior Rock Band, The Unexpected, to head into the recording studios in the July school holidays to record some of their songs. Thank you to everyone who donated or purchased items on the night, and we now look forward to hearing The Unexpected’s tunes later in the year! 

Huge thanks must also go to the many staff and students who helped out on the night and without whose support the evening could not have happened, and to Ms Nicole Wedding for her excellent organisation. Thank you and congratulations to all involved!

Ms Fiona Turner
Music Coordinator

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