2000 School Magazine

girls groinm^r celebrotes

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Choosing and shaping a concert program with a goal of celebrating 125 years of history was a great challenge artistically. but was achieved by selecting a repertoire that represented the achievements of the Olympic Games, the early founding era, the wartime experience and a reflection of an Australian identity. Girls Grammar Celebrates was a great team effort with parents, staff and over four hundred students working together to produce an outstanding result

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Three original arrangements were commissioned for the program which featured the six Senior groups and the Massed Choir, together with special guests John Colwill (Presenter) and Peta 81yth (Soprano)in addition to Janet Anderson 12H (Violin soloist). The concert had something for everyone. The inspiration of the Olympic Fanfare, the power of Ancient Cries, the energy of the 1812 Overture and sheer enjoyment of the AUStrafion Medley were highlights for both listener and performer

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