2007 School Magazine

The 2007 Gala musical performance titled On with the Show claimed its reputation as an outstanding display of ability, drawing the attentions of the entire Grammar community in a captivating wave of alluring compositions. The programme was chosen to challenge the players, entertain the audience and appealed to all musical tastes. An exciting combination of Chamber Orchestra, Chamber Singers, Grammar Singers, the Big Band, Symphonic Winds, Symphonic Orchestra, Combined Choir and the Community Choir performances guaranteed an evening of dazzling entertainment. On with the Show – Gala Extravaganza It’s Showtime

It’s Showtime

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A Students Perspective…

After weeks of hard work, including rehearsals, tutorials and lessons, the girls and staff presented a magnificent performance which was enjoyed by the large audience at City Hall. It featured music from well-known musicals and opera, including, Wicked, Westside Story, Lakme, Rodeo, Thais, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Tannhauser and Carmen . This unique selection of music was greatly appreciated by both performers and audience. The concert began with There’s No Business Like Show Business , with girls scattered around through the hall dancing and interacting with the audience while the Big Band and the Community Choir performed on stage. It was an exhilarating start to a fantastic evening of amazing talent, impressive musicality and infectious enthusiasm.

Highlights included solos from Harriet Straker (11M) – Meditation by Massenet , Julia Colwill (12G) – Poor Wandering One from Gilbert and Sullivan Selection , Hannah Cameron (11B) Defying Gravity , Susannah Plant (12E) – My Favourite Things from The Sound of Music and Katherine Johnson’s (11W) outstanding tap dance to Singing in the Rain . However, the biggest ‘crowd-pleaser’ of the evening was Chamber Singers’ rendition of Popular with a guest appearance from Mr Dale who watched with satisfaction as Harriet Straker’s untidy uniform was transformed by the Choir into that of a model student! Overall a fantastic night was had by all and congratulations must go to all the performers and staff for their enormous effort. Felicity Martin (11O)

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