Issue 67 / Summer 2018

the power of music

CREATE YOUR TOMORROW The hero photography in this edition of CamLife visualises the art of sound using a technique known as ‘Light Painting’. studying music helps you to be a team player

music students learn to listen

music learning supports all learning

involves the left and right brain hemispheres simultaneously, more than any other activity

students of music use their ears and eyes, as well as large and small muscles

brain imaging shows changes to the brain networks, associated with sound discrimination and motor skills

helps with basic memory recall

Below: Ava, Yr 6 playing physically develops the left side of the brain responsible for processing the saxophone language - can actually wire the brain’s circuits in specifi c ways. facilitates learning in other subjects by enhancing skills inevitably used in those subjects

helps build social and communication skills

enables students to accept constructive feedback and improve their critical thinking / problem solving enhances creativity and self expression reduces anxiety and stress

boosts creative energies through the productionproduction of alpha and thetthetaa wawavesve improves spatial-temporal skills in children - skills important in architecture, engineering, maths, art, gaming, and especially working with computers.

performing improves self-image, self-awareness and promotes a positive attitude music aff ects the way you perceive the

world Music has played an important part of every human In the most simple terms, playing music is like a culture, both past and present. People around the workout for every part of your brain. It is one of the world respond to music in a universal way. only activities that activates the entire brain.

The benefi ts of participating in music making extend Learning music involves active engagement and far beyond the ability to create beautiful music. discipline, resulting in far-reaching benefi ts.

2 Camberwell Girls Grammar School Music is as old as humanity itself and benefi ts. Studies suggest that music that single point in time. That is why our enables us to celebrate the rich cultural enhances aerobic exercise, boosting concerts are so special and why we must diversity of our communities. The oldest mental and physical stimulation and that always value, support and celebrate these musical composition to have survived the repetitive elements of rhythm and important occasions. in its entirety is a fi rst century A.D. melody help our brains to form patterns Greek tune known as ‘Seikilos Epitaph’. and enhance memory. Music also has the Music will play a vital role in our Centenary Archaeologists have also found primitive power to improve our mood and reduce Celebrations in 2020. Whilst our school fl utes made of bone and ivory dating stress and anxiety. has changed markedly since 1920, we back as far as 43,000 years and there are remain faithful to the inspiration and biblical references to musical instruments Music Australia also highlights that courage of our Founders. Each decade such as Genesis Chapter 4:21-22 - ‘Jubal creating music is an incredibly powerful has provided its opportunities and was the father of harpists and organists’. tool to express ideas or feelings and challenges. The dedication and collective Music continues to be an important part can improve a young person’s sense of eff orts of the parents, staff and Council celebrate of many communities and in particular, connection and belonging, promoting a has ensured that the school has not our schools. more positive self confi dence. Learning only survived but has grown through music helps to develop self-discipline the diffi cult fi rst decades, including the One of Australia’s most renowned music and the link between music and the Depression and the changing attitudes conductors, Richard Gill, sadly passed development of language and reasoning, towards girls’ education. After almost away recently. He was passionate about auditory skills and improved concentration 100 years, the school has adapted and promoting music education in schools and memory is often made. It is through grown in strength to respond to societal and described music as “having the making music with others that the skills of and educational changes. We have been ability to open your mind to enable you to collaboration and teamwork are fostered. ambitious in the education of girls and the think more creatively”. Richard believed development of the school. very strongly that the development of As individuals we have a diverse creative thought through music could also appreciation and love of music, yet Throughout the Centenary year, as we be transferred to other parts of learning music has the great ability to bring honour our past and look forward to the and as a result, he believed that music people together – as performers or as future, we will celebrate many wonderful empowered people ‘spectacularly’. Music an audience. I remember in my early occasions with our extensive community, education is an important part of our days as Principal at CGGS, I continually including a special Founder’s Day Service, curriculum and we value the opportunity emphasised my delight in the quality old grammarians event, Centenary Gala for our students from Early Learning of our music program. Today under the Celebration and a special Music Concert. through to Year 12 to explore and leadership of our Directors of Music, Kate experience the joy of making music. Savige and Rohan Mack and their talented We also look forward to launching our team, my praise only escalates! We are Centenary history book and a new At CGGS we celebrate all the diff erent truly blessed to have such motivated initiative, celebrating the inspiring women instruments, ensembles, bands, teachers and tutors who inspire our of Camberwell Girls Grammar School. A orchestras and choral groups that students to achieve such high standards more extensive list of events is published rehearse together regularly and perform of performance. in this edition and further details will be at our school functions. In addition shared with you in the forthcoming months. to developing creative thought and In creating music together, our students intellectual curiosity through participation share important cultural experiences With best wishes, in the music curriculum and co-curricular that honour their individual diff erences, Debbie Dunwoody programs, there are many other potential yet connect performers to create unique Principal pieces of work. Each music concert cannot be replicated as it showcases the work of our student performers at

Below: Debbie receiving her award from Coralee Pratt, President of ACEL Victoria

Message from Chair of Council

It is my great pleasure to advise that our Principal, Debbie Dunwoody, has been awarded an Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) VIC Fellowship for 2018.

This highly prestigious award acknowledges the exceptional contribution Debbie has made to education, not only here at Camberwell Girls Grammar School but the wider education sector. She is recognised as being a leader at the forefront of developments in education at both a national and international level and has had many immeasurable positive Music is important for the following reason: impacts on educators and learners. it is abstract, it doesn’t mean anything outside of itself. Music does not describe, I know that as a community you will join me in congratulating music does not tell stories. Music evokes. Debbie on this wonderful accolade and her outstanding Music suggests, music implies and leadership of Camberwell Girls Grammar School and the music opens up the mind of a child in an education sector more broadly. extraordinary way. This abstraction about music is what off ers a child the chance to Christine Cussen Chair of Council move into a special way of thinking.

Richard Gill OAM

4 Camberwell Girls Grammar School Throughout the school’s near 100 year Barbara’s vision to expand and enhance ways such as the purchase of expensive history there have been many changes, all aspects of music at the school was instruments, the sewing of costumes and however there has been one constant strongly shared by Headmistress at the creation of sets for performances. throughout that time and that is music. time, Miss Barbara Sutton. Even today, musical history is embedded Camberwell Girls Grammar School has “My immediate response was to develop within the school. The Russell Strings always had a strong tradition in music. both a curriculum in music education and group is named after Barbara Russell a co-curricular program, that not only and the Preston Singers, named after From humble beginnings in the 1920s, our enhanced church services and school Karen Preston, a former student and small cohort of students and staff would occasions such as Speech Night, but was school pianist, who was instrumental in sing hymns in church, which evolved into also a learning experience,” says Barbara. establishing a Junior Madrigal group. singing at the annual Speech Night. These groups are a reminder of the people Miss Sutton was Principal from 1973 that helped shape our music culture. Today, the tradition continues. Current - 1988 and the growth of music within students and staff still sing hymns the school became evident through her A trailblazer in music education and at church services and presentation encouragement and enthusiasm. performance at CGGS, Miss Barbara evenings, however, the growth of the Sutton was fi ttingly acknowledged in her music opportunities for our students has “Miss Sutton was such a believer in the fi nal year, with the opening of a fantastic expanded dramatically over the years. value of music education that she enabled new facility named the Barbara F Sutton me to include a creative arts course in the Assembly Hall and Cultural Centre. This Some early evidence of a co-curricular curriculum in 1977, so that students could new space included a hall complete with music group at CGGS was in 1974, further appreciate art, theatre and music,” orchestra pit, a music school with practice when a small instrumental group was says Barbara. rooms and performance studio, an audio formed and had rapid growth. Students visual room and theatrette. could hire instruments from the school In 1979, History and Literature of Music that were generously purchased by the replaced the creative arts course. Even today, this space is very much the Parents Association. A year later, in Throughout the 1980s, the off ering epicentre of CGGS, with all important 1975, this group took part in a concert at was further developed to include an events, ceremonies, performances and Melbourne Town Hall, presented by the instrumental program for Year 7 students, school assemblies being held there. independent schools to mark International music classes for all Year 7 - 10 students Women’s Year. and HSC music electives. A multitude of It is evident, that from the 1920s to opportunities for students to get involved present day, each decade saw music School Hymn A pioneer of music at CGGS is in music including House Music contests, advance, thanks to the appointment school anthem undoubtedly Mrs Barbara Russell, who an annual Music Night, a Choral Festival of key staff and Headmistresses and Wrought by brave hands long dead, the past has laid was appointed as the school’s fi rst full and musical soirées and ensembles. Principals who shared the same vision. so great a heritage before our feet; time music staff member in 1976, under Barbara’s team also grew to include two We can, with grateful hearts and unafraid, the title of Director of Choral Music. Prior new staff . We are immensely proud of the strong & hymn work on to make the present strong and sweet. to Barbara’s employment, casual staff and tradition of music and all music staff , past Lord God, through all the changes time may bring, tutors worked with the students to aid the The introduction of musical productions, and present, who have played a part in its The world is changing at an unprecedented rate and as guard Thou the School ‘neath Thine o’ershadowing. school with its musical needs and this was also well received and saw the development. Music has and will always a result, CGGS is continually evolving to ensure it moves dates back as far as into the 1930s. Music and Drama staff combine to will be a major part of the history of forward with the times. With change, there must be Laughter and work, swift help in others’ need, produce memorable performances. This Camberwell Girls Grammar School. continuity of that which is good, of that which does not under the friendly walls the terms go by; culminated in the creation of the Friends need to change. The School has lit the torch, let us take heed, of Music Association which helped that in our hands the beacon cannot die. Below: Barbara Russell pictured with encourage the development of music The School Hymn and School Anthem have remained Lord God, through all the changes time may bring, the School Orchestra, 1970s within the school and support in other strong foundations of Camberwell Girls Grammar School guard Thou the School ‘neath Thine o’ershadowing. since being introduced in the early 1940s. In fragrant morn, as evening grows to night, The School Hymn has its origins in the Church of England The School is calling - let us go our ways, Hymn Book. The School Anthem is based on Micah, with faces ever turned towards the light, Chapter 6 verses 6:8 and contains one of the most powerful fi lled with high toil the gracious common days. verses in the Old Testament. Lord God, through all the changes time may bring, guard Thou the School ‘neath Thine o’ershadowing. The Hymn and Anthem are both sung at special occasions throughout the year. Give of our best, so when the gates swing wide, and through the wider world our way we choose; Of life’s high enterprise, which we descried, never can we the vision wholly lose. Lord God, through all the changes time may bring, guard Thou the School ‘neath Thine o’ershadowing. School Anthem

We have showed thee, O man, what is good What doth the Lord require of us? Or conscience self desire of us? But to do justly, But to love mercy, And to walk humbly with our God, As ev’ry Christian should.

CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 7 Rohan Mack is a graduate of the Melbourne Although, he is the fi rst to admit that he “I see music subtly changing people’s Favourite artist? Favourite song? Which 2 musicians would Conservatorium of Music. He holds a hasn’t got to where he is due to luck but lives everyday; someone gaining an Diffi cult to answer but I do Belfast Child - Simple Minds you like to invite for dinner? Bachelor of Music in Performance Pedagogy, more so perseverance and dedication to insight or deeper understanding of a piece have a slight obsession with Albert Einstein and achieved his Associate of Music, Australia music in general. of music can give another perspective, Mendelssohn Dr Brian Cox (A.Mus.A) in 1998 and is currently in the which can aff ect your life,” says Rohan. fi nal stages of completing a Graduate “It takes a long time and a lot patience to Diploma of Education. be profi cient in your instrument, and those His talent, drive and enthusiasm for music long years of practice helped me develop are all his own. In his role as Director of Much travelled and having studied under focus and concentration which then Music (Instrumental), Rohan oversees the and played with some of the world’s best, fl owed into a career in music,” he says. school’s private tuition and co-curricular Rohan is a true talent. programs, as well as all music events. Rohan walked through the CGGS gates His professional music career currently in 2009, joining the school as a violin “We organise about 30 events in the spans over 25 years. He is a well and viola tutor, a role that soon evolved Junior and Senior School across the year. established arranger, composer and into Head of Strings and in 2018, he was If you include assembly performances, performer and has lived abroad playing appointed Director of Music (Instrumental). there would be on average at least throughout Europe, the UK and Asia, two events each week where there is mostly in orchestral settings. “I was fortunate to have a teacher at a musical presence. Some are small, university that was passionate about involving just a soloist and others such as He was part of Philharmonia Britannica violin pedagogy. He inspired me to start a musical are large and involve hundreds and the London Rehearsal Orchestra. He teaching the violin and helped me by of students,” he says. has played in many operas and musicals becoming a mentor for my own teaching,” and he’s toured with John Farnham and he says. He fi rst picked up the violin aged seven. the late great, Gene Pitney. From here, his talent was nurtured, and Rohan has a magnetic eff ect on people, by age 16 he had performed his fi rst His whole life has been dedicated to particularly his students. He possesses concerto. To this day, he is a regular music, so much so that he’s never worked an incredible music talent and combines violinist with the Royal Melbourne outside of the music industry. it with a charismatic ability to ignite a Philharmonic Orchestra and the Australian passion in others to bring classical and Discovery Orchestra. He has also “It’s true, I’ve never had a job that wasn’t contemporary music to life. It is Rohan appeared as a soloist, concert master related to music. When I was at university who can be credited for the growth in the and conductor on numerous occasions I tutored and also worked in an Irish pub school’s string program. with the Kooyong Chamber Players and playing music. I can’t imagine working a is currently in the Australian Discovery day in any other industry,” says Rohan. He knows fi rsthand how powerful music Orchestra, a Melbourne-based live is and that once our girls experience it for streaming orchestra. themselves, they’ll be hooked. A role model and inspiration to many CGGS girls, a mentor to his peers and a committed family man, we are truly lucky to have this string superstar leading our Music Department.

Director of Music (Instrumental)

8 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 9 One of the greatest strengths of the “I’ve always loved the sound of the “I wanted to try something diff erent and CGGS music program is that the off ering instrument and all of my favourite music thought if the girls can do it, so can I. is ever changing and the reason for this is is on the electric guitar. I was so happy to I’ve also joined the Melbourne Scottish because our staff are happily guided by learn that the rock band existed at CGGS Fiddle Club. It’s been a thoroughly the girls’ requests. Meaning, if they want and am grateful that the school let’s us enjoyable experience, great fun and I to start a rock band, we let them. And, play this style of music.” recommend it to everyone,” says Duncan. that’s exactly what happened this year. “I think it’s really important to expose Director of Music (Curriculum), Kate Savige The school’s fi rst rock band was formed people to diff erent music genres and I says the entire music team is committed in 2018, a direct request from a group of especially love seeing the crowd react to seeing girls involved in music. girls who were already playing the electric when we’re on stage,” says Ella. guitar, base and keyboard. With guidance “We receive great joy from seeing girls and tuition from our music staff , this band The CGGS Irish Band came together pick up instruments for the fi rst time. has nine members and regularly perform in the same way and is comprised of By enabling new groups to form, we are at school events. both students and staff , a total of 15 essentially spreading the joy and love of performers. Formed in 2016, this group music and music making. Next year one Year 7 student, Ella Watson joined the meet weekly and all share a love for Celtic of the groups may be gone, with a new band this year, after receiving an electric and Folk music. one in it’s place and we’re totally ok with guitar from her grandma. that,” she says. One member of the Irish Band is Religion and History teacher, Duncan Reid who plays the fi ddle and occasionally, the bodhran.

From top - bottom: Senior School Percussion Group Senior School Irish Band Junior Chamber String Orchestra Senior School Rock Band

Hero image: Ella, Yr 7 on electric guitar

Music Lover How has music benefi ted Best dance move? Liz Ruffl es you? The Nutbush Year 5 Teacher Music plays such an integral part in my life. So many of Go to karaoke/shower One of your favourite my memories have strong track? musicians/bands? associations with particular All Night Long - U2 songs - from growing up Lionel Richie watching musicals to singing Favourite song? songs to soothe my own All I Want Is You - children. Music can help me U2 calm down, fi re up, refl ect, empathise and express my feelings. 10 Camberwell Girls Grammar School Favourite artist? Favourite song? Which 2 musicians would Too many to list! I have very Don’t Dream It’s Over - you like to invite for dinner? broad musical taste. Crowded House Igor Stravinsky and Stephen Sondheim

Director of Music (Curriculum)

Kate Savige fi rst commenced working at that in the future she would go on to ensembles and pit orchestras for musical she decided to focus solely on the fl ute, “We strongly encourage participation in hard work, immersed in hours of practice CGGS in the early 2000’s as a part time hold the same role as Barbara. Kate was theatre. As a result, she has been able an instrument she still plays today. music, regardless of ability, as the positive and study to get to where I am today.” fl ute and woodwind instrument tutor. appointed to the role of Director of Music to visit and perform in some amazing experiences and strong relationships An in demand teacher, Kate was on (Curriculum) in 2018, a role so very well locations. “My musical abilities were fostered and formed can help build confi dence, Kate is defi nitely doing everything right, high rotation between a number of deserved and so aptly suited to her. further developed throughout my years resilience and lifelong friendships. Music as participation in music at CGGS is at an independent, catholic and state schools, “Performing at our much-loved Sydney at secondary school. The high-quality has changed the life of many CGGS all time high and much like her university fi lling her days doing what she loved With a Bachelor of Education in Music Opera House is defi nitely one of my teaching and love of music shared by my students who have involved themselves in environment, the corridors of our music most - teaching children how to play from The University of Melbourne, Kate biggest highlights. Sharing the joy of teachers signifi cantly infl uenced my career our inclusive programs,” says Kate. building are always fi lled with the sounds instruments. says she was immersed in an environment delivering a live performance with a pathway in music education,” she says. of music. where live performance was supported group of people you have collaborated In many ways, Kate has come full circle, The retirement of long-term Director of and promoted. and rehearsed with is one of the most As Director of Music (Curriculum), Kate returning to school, where her love of We are thankful that our music program is Music, Barbara Russell created a vacancy incredible experiences you can ever have works closely with her fellow Director music was discovered, only this time, it’s in Kate’s capable hands. for a full-time music classroom role and “It was a part of what we did every day. in your life,” says Kate. of Music (Instrumental) Rohan Mack. A Kate who is mentoring and inspiring the Kate jumped at the opportunity to join We were always actively making music strong pair, they are currently focussed students to immerse themselves in playing CGGS as a permanent staff member, and performing in a variety of contexts,” Kate attended a primary school that on further developing and enriching the and making music. beginning in 2007. she says. valued music and it was during her early curricular and co-curricular programs. primary years that she fi rst picked up “Every day, I am acutely aware that I have Kate was essentially replacing the woman It was during her university years that Kate an instrument - the trumpet. Next she Kate believes that music has the capacity been awarded the privilege of sharing my who appointed her and little did she know, played in a wide variety of ensembles picked up the fl ute and she played both to enrich everyone’s life, due to its love of music with both staff and students including orchestras, bands, chamber instruments until secondary school, where inclusive nature. at CGGS. It has, however, taken a lot of

12 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 13 girls were enlightened with insights and understandings of how to approach House Choir rehearsals and conducting duties.

“As Singleton House Music Captain, I had to run rehearsals and conduct a choir of over 100 students. Undoubtedly, all techniques gained were invaluable to the success of House Music,” says Year 11 student, Ashley Chan.

To round out the masterclasses for 2018, importance of passion and vigour when a group of eager pianists ventured to Rohan Mack has participated in many playing an instrument, and the eff ect that it Camberwell Grammar School to partake in masterclasses during his career and is has when you are invested in a piece and a session with internationally-recognised thrilled that the school has agreed to can understand the story that it is telling Canadian pianist, Avan Yu. support this once in a lifetime opportunity the audience,” she says. for our students. Year 8 pianist, Emily Wu has already Those in attendance took note of Helfried’s attained her Associate of Music (A Mus) “It’s truly fantastic that we will continue to tips on improving phrasing, bowing, and thoroughly enjoyed participating in provide these opportunities in the future,” shifting and vibrato techniques. “It was a this masterclass. he says with a smile. fantastic opportunity to receive guidance on specifi c techniques and passages,” “Avan’s masterclass was a wonderful Left page: Emily, Yr 8 loves the piano said Year 8 violinist, Sarah Hui. experience, learning how to use one’s musicality to produce a unique style of Above left: Zara, Yr 9 during The school’s House Music Captains playing. He made me realise that music Helfried’s masterclass benefi ted from a masterclass with Victoria is more than playing notes, it’s about using Hoffl in, a choral and conducting specialist your mind to create your own interpretation Above: Ashley, Yr 11 (centre) during from the Victorian College of the Arts. The of the piece,” she says. Victoria’s masterclass masterclass q&a

Zara Mammone / Year 9 Ashley Chan / Year 11 Emily Wu / Year 8 Violin Masterclass Choral Masterclass Piano Masterclass

What impact has the masterclass had What impact has the masterclass had What impact has the masterclass had on you? on you? on you? Helfried provided me with a range of Thanks to the masterclass, I can honestly Participation in this masterclass has had techniques to approach challenges say that both my conducting and singing a huge impact on my own playing. Now, I experience when playing. He also ability has improved. I learnt many diff erent before I start to practice or if I am learning emphasised the eff ect of diff erent skills to approach various genres and a new piece, I sit down and listen to playing techniques to provoke emotional styles of music. In addition, my confi dence multiple recordings, so I can take in the responses and the general characterisation has improved. diff erent interpretations by world-renowned of the piece. artists. Then I like to note down the things Describe the overall experience? I like from each recording and add my own A Masterclass is a unique opportunity, audience and master. Both the performer Describe the overall experience? It was a fun and memorable afternoon style to produce my own individual piece. enabling our girls to learn from some of and the audience benefi t as the master Learning from Helfried was a remarkable and all participants thoroughly enjoyed the world’s fi nest musicians. At CGGS, provides feedback on how to improve, experience and receiving such receiving personal feedback from Victoria. Describe the overall experience? masterclasses are becoming a regular demonstrates how to play certain personalised and unique feedback truly The knowledge and advice she provided Learning from Avan was defi nitely a once part of our music off ering, with two passages, talks through technical errors made a diff erence in the way I now play was both helpful and encouraging. in a lifetime opportunity. I always seek masterclasses occurring at the school and often includes anecdotes about the the violin. His witty personality and wacky feedback so I can further improve and in 2018 and plans in place to see the composer. The student is usually expected analogies made for an educational and since the day of the masterclass, I’ve been program further evolve in 2019. to play the piece again, in light of the extremely enjoyable masterclass. applying his feedback into my playing. master’s comments and the student may Rohan Mack, Director of Music be asked to play a passage repeatedly to (Instrumental) fi rmly believes that attain perfection. masterclasses do not just benefi t the students from a technique stand point, Earlier this year, a group of 40 string Music Lover Favourite song? Best dance move? they are also highly inspirational. musicians from Years 5-12 welcomed Debbie Dunwoody This Is Me - The Shuffl e (literally!) Rohan’s former teacher and world- Principal The Greatest Showman “Masterclasses inspire the girls to pursue renowned musician, Professor Helfried Soundtrack Go to karaoke/shower excellence in their musical endeavours. Fister from Austria, to host a violin and One of your favourite track? The experience of this environment viola masterclass. Four students were musicians/bands? How has music benefi ted Where Is The Love? - also fosters creative curiosity through lucky enough to play for Professor Fister. Adele you? The Black Eyed Peas performance and composition,” says Rohan. It relaxes and inspires me. Year 9 student Zara Mammone was one An invaluable learning experience, these of the lucky four who got to perform and classes are structured so that a student was in awe of Helfried’s extensive musical performs a single piece in front of the knowledge. “He really emphasised the

14 Camberwell Girls Grammar School As a musician, Mat Duniam has done it all. Through his teens he played jazz and “I’ll always thrive on music making but He once performed to an audience of 2.4 swing music in bands, mostly under the right now we’re developing brand new billion people. Yes, 2.4 BILLION people! direction of the late Motown legend, curriculum that is facilitating practical He produced drums for rock legends Gil Askey - a director to legends such real-world learning experiences, so that Aerosmith. He has played at festivals and as Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and the students understand music language, concerts the world over. He even has a Jackson 5. mechanics and performance no matter prestigious Golden Guitar Award at home their ambition.” on the shelf. “Gil approached me after seeing me play. I basically started playing in everything he “I feel now is the time to focus on helping But this gifted musician, who led did and at all of his live gigs, he always the future generation experience the thrills the Sydney 2000 Olympics Opening asked me to come up and play.” that I have. We need to keep providing Ceremony Marching Band and who opportunities for our students to have played with Temper Trap at the AFL Mat became so accomplished at a young pathways to develop a voice through Grand Final, says he derives as much age that he started teaching music to music and art, for more great music to be satisfaction from teaching at CGGS as he adults at just 14. By 18, he had restored created and, continued artistic vibrance in did touring as a musician. 30 drum kits, which not only funded his our world,” says Mat. fi rst car, but was also the catalyst for his “I feel so fortunate that I have the privilege highly successful business, Red Rock of introducing students to making, playing Drums. Red Rock build solid stave drums and writing music. Music education for artists playing for Pink, Jimmy Barnes, is human education. It enhances the Midnight Oil and The Eagles, to name a few. personal, social and emotional wellbeing of students. Music can lead students to Whilst at university, he played gigs on the challenge their own pre-conceptions of weekends and it was during this time that what they believe they are capable of and he was asked to perform as lead drummer this can fi lter on through all other areas of at the Sydney Olympics, an event of a their life and learning,” says Mat. lifetime, watched on television by over 2.4 billion people worldwide. Mat holds a Bachelor of Music from the Victorian College of the Arts and From here he went on to play in a number a Graduate Diploma of Secondary of bands, including Spargo, a four-piece Education from Monash University. He folk band, who later changed to the name, joined CGGS in 2009 as a percussion The Wildes and toured extensively for a tutor, a role that evolved into Head of 10 year period winning a Golden Guitar Percussion and in late 2015, he began Award for Best Alternative Country Album. teaching classroom music. Up until recently, Mat combined an award winning He has also played in the Jack Earle Big music career with his education career. Band, as well as performing with many award-winning Aussie country artists “Before becoming a father, sometimes, including Aleyce Simmonds, Mustered I’d fl y in at 6.00am on a teaching day from Courage, Amber Lawrence, Christie Lamb an interstate gig. When you love what you and Fanny Lumsden. do, you just make it work,” he says. A devoted husband and father, Mat grew up listening to his parents’ businessman, author of three books and record collection for hours on end. His teacher, Mat still manages to squeeze in fi rst music lessons were on the piano at the time to play drums for the Esstee Big six years of age, followed by the violin, Band, who recently released a new album. guitar and bass guitar. With a list of awards and accolades a mile He picked up a plastic drum at his fi rst long, this music dynamo has barely drawn Christmas, however it wasn’t until he breath since picking up that plastic drum turned 12 that drumming lessons began. but one thing’s for certain, he’s certainly in the right place right now.

Favourite artist? Favourite song? Which 2 musicians would Music Teacher & One day it may be Midnight Imagine - John Lennon you like to invite for dinner? Oil and the next Tchaikovsky Paul McCartney and Head of Percussion Elton John

16 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 17 One family of instruments at CGGS with In 2018 there was a total of 10 ensembles For the past four years, two String huge participation rates is the string and quartets dedicated just to string Quartets from CGGS have been asked family. From Early Learning to Year 12, instruments. Strings are also in high to perform in front of VIPs at the Sunday we currently have students in every year demand in the school’s many orchestras Soiree Afternoon Tea. This year, the event level playing a string instrument, under the and bands. was hosted by Channel 7 meteorologist guidance of six specialist staff . and presenter, Jane Bunn. From quartets to orchestras, comprising From violin, viola, cello, double bass, of between 20 and 50 students, string Year 10 student, Melissa Xue was one guitar and bass guitar, more than half of instruments are an integral part of many of the lucky students who played at the the students participating in private tuition of the co-curricular ensembles in the MCG in August and was thankful for the are learning one of these six instruments. school and off er amazing performance opportunity. opportunities for Junior and Senior students. “It was a wonderful experience to perform for many special guests in a corporate “Strings are present at all musical events, room, high above the football ground. concerts and functions that are held Our music was heard by breast cancer throughout the year at the school. It’s survivors and others who are currently wonderful to see such large numbers of undergoing treatment.” students learning to play and enjoying all that comes with being part of a musical “There were also celebrities and many group,” says Rohan Mack, Director of other prominent people including the Music (Instrumental). Governor General, Quentin Bryce in attendance. Everybody appreciated our Not only do students have the opportunity music, which made all the hard work of to perform for the school community, they rehearsing our repertoire worth it,” also have the opportunity to perform at says Melissa. Left page: special external events. Georgia, Yr1 playing the violin With string uptake set to rise again in

Below: An annual highlight is playing at the Breast 2019, we look forward to seeing these Junior School String Orchestra Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) Field of groups on stage in the new year. Madeline, Yr11 Women match at the MCG.

Music Lover How has music benefi ted Best dance move? Belinda Kinnane you? Running Man Mathematics Teacher & During my VCE and School Timetabler throughout University, I Go to karaoke/shower studied to classical music to track? One of your favourite help focus and relieve stress. All I Want For Christmas musicians/bands? These days my children Is You - Mariah Carey Pink and I spend our weekends dancing to all types of music, Favourite song? including The Beatles, hip Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol hop, pop and ballet.

CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 19 Hero image: Cathy conducting the Middle School Choir at Festival of Music

Right page: Choral group, 1930s

Cantabile Choir performing at the Junior School Choral and Instrumental Concert

Long before the introduction of instruments of singing was no longer regarded as an Commencing in Foundation, all Junior All girls are welcome to join the Years In addition to the in-house performances, “Singing is really is one of my greatest at CGGS, music was already thriving. inferior co-curricular involvement,” says School students sing in a choir as part 7 - 9 Middle School Choir and the Years there are many opportunities for CGGS joys. To work with students who adore it Since the school’s inception, there has Barbara. of the curriculum and perform at the 10 - 12 Senior Singers. Girls can audition students to perform in the broader as much as I do is an absolute pleasure.” been a strong tradition of choral music. Choral and Instrumental Concert and the for the Preston Singers Choir, which community at charity events and church Fast forward to today and the choral biennial production of Ormiston Creates. presents multiple annual performance services in the city to name a few. “I truly love seeing the girls connect with In 1976 the school appointed Barbara program is as strong as ever, off ering Solo singers also have the opportunity opportunities. In addition, Senior students music - their intellect, musicianship and Russell as Director of Choral Music, the a range of opportunities that are either to perform at the biannual Mountfi eld can audition for the School Musical. One staff member who drives the program most importantly, their sole. It’s glorious. fi rst permanent music staff member at auditioned or welcome to all. Maestros concerts. In addition, students is Cathy Georgiev, who joined the school They attend the lessons because they’ve CGGS. It is without a doubt, that Barbara in Years 5 and 6 are able to audition for a One annual event which further supports in 1988. Like Barbara, Cathy has worked discovered that connection with music on laid the foundations for the current choral In the primary years, the choral program smaller choral group called Vocal Express the CGGS choral program is House tirelessly over the past three decades to all levels - it speaks to them,” says Cathy. program and music in general at the lays the foundation of ensemble work who perform at the Year 6 Graduation and Music. All Senior School students are develop music at CGGS. school. and helps students to develop their annual Christmas concert. required to sing in their House Choir and vocal technique and performance skills. girls can also audition for the A Cappella She juggles classroom teaching with “Within three years of joining CGGS, I had The program encourages participation The senior choral program not only item and Staged Song performance. This choral leadership and spends many hours enough girls participating to enable me to and teamwork and most importantly, builds on the primary foundation of vocal event is certainly a highlight for the school before school, at lunch and after school form a Senior Chorale, as well as maintain gives students the opportunity to technique, it also develops the ability to community as all girls from Year 7 - 12 are working with both our Junior and Senior a growing Junior Choir. The perception have fun whilst experiencing the art of sing in harmony in a wide range of choral on stage. school choral students. performance. groups from Years 7 - 12.

20 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 21 Without a doubt, a lure of musical theatre Supported by just four music staff , this students. The orchestra is no diff erent. It Students are required to commit to an “The students involved, developed a 2018 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is defi nitely the live music. A performance year’s production saw 17 students call is fi lled with as many student musicians extensive rehearsal schedule. This year’s tremendous camaraderie and gained many Orchestra warming up just wouldn’t be complete, without a the orchestra pit home, all in the eff ort to as possible. production saw our musicians complete new friendships across year levels,” says booming orchestra to support the action fi ll the hall with glorious melodies to bring 41 hours of rehearsals, which included Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Musical Director, on stage. the wonderful world of Chitty Chitty Bang “Rather than outsourcing to professional weekends and regular after school Kate Savige. Bang to life. musicians or a team of music staff , each sessions for 3 months, in the lead up to We pride ourselves on our student- year we select a group of CGGS student the performances. Whilst the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang dominated orchestra that performs live for All aspects of CGGS musicals, from musicians to make up our production orchestra may have been quiet achievers, each show of our Senior School musicals costuming, lighting, set, projection, props orchestra,” says Rohan Mack, Director All these hours of hard work culminated hidden under the stage, they certainly and make-up are all executed by the of Music (Instrumental). in performing at four shows, each show showed us the power of music. lasting three hours.

our students commit to an extensive rehearsal schedule

CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 23 Musical Groups co-curricular junior Junior Strings (Yr 1-4) Chamber Strings (Yr 3-6) Sinfonia (Yr 3-6) music school Woodwind Ensemble (Yr 4-6) Junior Quartets x3 (Yr 5-6) Piccola Voce Choir (F-Yr 2) opportunities music Cantabile Choir (Yr 3-4) Vivace Choir (Yr 5-6) Vocal Express - Auditioned Choir (Yr 5-6) At CGGS we know fi rsthand the benefi ts of a balanced off ering lifestyle and therefore opportunities to participate in Performance Opportunities music are endless. Church Services Junior and Senior School Assemblies With over 30 musical groups on off er and a large School Tours number of internal and external performance Building Openings opportunities, every girl, regardless of her ability can Parent Events reap the rewards of being involved in music. Graduation Services Summer Spectacular Carols at Camberwell Festival of Music Ormiston Creates Mountfi eld Maestros Ormiston Choral & Instrumental Concert Chamber Concert music

Music Lover How has music benefi ted Best dance move? Anthony Pasinati you? The Floss... I’m actually a for every Mathematics & Science Music is one of my true terrible dancer! Teacher passions. Music expresses our emotions, explores our Go to karaoke/shower One of your favourite relationships with others and track? musicians/bands? has the ability to alter our Hey Ya! - OutKast Drake mood. Watching an artist perform live is one of my Favourite song? favourite things to do. Daft Punk Is Playing At girl My House - LCD Soundsystem Musical Groups Performance Opportunities Preston Singers (Yr 7-9) Presentation Evenings senior Middle School Choir (Yr 7-9) Church Services Senior Chamber String Orchestra (Yr 7-12) Senior School Assemblies Concert Band (Yr 7-9) School Tours school Junior Percussion (Yr 7) Orientation Days Symphony Orchestra (Yr 7-12) Valedictory Dinner music Russell Strings (Yr 7-9) Building Openings Senior Singers (Yr 10-12) Parent Events Rock Band (Yr 7-12) Graduation Services offering Chamber String Ensembles x 3 Summer Spectacular Symphonic Band (Yr 10-12) Carols at Camberwell Flute Ensemble (Yr 7-12) Festival of Music Intermediate Percussion (Yr 8-10) House Music Senior Percussion (Yr 10-12) Senior School Musical IrishIrish BaBandnd ((Yr 77-12) Chamber Concert StageStage Band ((YrYr 7-12) European Music Tour / every 2-3 years

Multiple community events including: - World Day of Prayer service at St John’s, Camberwell - Camberwell Rotary Markets - Anglican Schools’ Service at St Paul’s Cathedral our european - Annual Breast Cancer Network Australia music tour events including Pink Lady at MCG visits over 5 countries

26 Camberwell Girls Grammar School music Junior School Music Curriculum At Junior School, our music program is led All Early Learning - Year 6 students Development of performance skills is learning by a dynamic and talented duo, Nichole receive a class of music per week and all recognised as an important part of the Adams and Penny Byrne. Junior School students are encouraged to musical development for every student. supports all learn an instrument, with uptake beginning multiple Nichole and Penny have developed a for some in Early Learning. There are many opportunities for our Kodály-inspired program, both in the Junior students to join ensembles and to learning classroom and within our choirs and Our Year 2 Super Strings program aims preform in front of an audience. ensembles. to develop technical, aural, music reading and ensemble skills, through learning to “Ensemble experience is highly valued Zoltan Kodály (1882 - 1967) was a play the violin, viola or cello. All Year 2 and students taking private lessons are Hungarian composer and educator who girls participate and those with prior string encouraged to further enhance their skills believed that every person has musical experience are off ered more challenging by taking part in many of the ensembles skill sets aptitude and that music education should music to play. off ered including Junior Strings, Chamber exist in everybody’s life, commencing as Strings, Woodwind Ensemble, Quartets Music in the curriculum early as possible. In Year 4, all students learn the recorder and Sinfonia,” says Penny. and in Years 5 and 6, all students take Whether your daughter is the next Research has found that engagementagement witwithh TheThe school has developeddeveloped a holistic He believed that singing should be part in the Concert Band program, where Our own Junior School performance Beyoncé or more likely to sing her solos in music facilitates learning in otherther subjectssubjects programprogram to ensure that as studentsstudents the foundation of all music education, they play instruments from the woodwind, program, Mountfi eld Maestros, runs twice the shower, research has proven that she and enhances skills that children inevitably progress through the year levels, they as voice is the most accessible of all brass and percussion families. A trial a year and enables instrumental and is guaranteed to benefi t from some form use in other areas. continue to build on the skills developed instruments. Therefore, a Kodály-inspired period is off ered so the girls can each vocal soloists to perform for the CGGS of music education. the previous year. program is known for its sequential have a turn at playing the fl ute, clarinet, community to showcase their talents. From the moment students arrive at development of skills with emphasis trumpet, trombone, drums, xylophone and “Making music involves more than the CGGS they immediately engage with Comprised of three pillars - composing, on music literacy, and a singing-based glockenspiel. Post trial, they nominate In addition, the Junior School also has two voice or fi ngers playing an instrument. A music. Beginning in Early Learning and performing and appreciation, the CGGS curriculum. their preference for the band. formal music concerts each year, featuring child learning about music has to tap into carrying through to Year 9, music is part program certainly off ers a rich experience all ensemble groups and choirs. Ormiston multiple skill sets, often simultaneously. of our core curriculum and all students for all. “The Kodály method instructs us how to Our Foundation - Year 6 students are also Creates is a musical extravaganza held Music education supports all learning,” participate in regular classes - up to three approach music education in children, involved in year level choirs, where they every second year and this production says Kate Savige, Director of Music per fortnight. so their experience is not only musical receive further training and continue to allows students to showcase their (Curriculum). but intellectual, physical and importantly, develop their musical skill set. musical, theatrical and dance talents, to a spiritual,” says Nichole. sold out hall over two consecutive nights.

Nichole (standing) and Penny with Rita, Yr 2 on cello and Maddison, Yr 2 on violin.

Music Lover How has music benefi ted Best dance move? Jane Scott you? Head Banging Music Administrator It’s always there - reliable, ever evolving, comforting. It’s Go to karaoke/shower One of your favourite like a pet that lives forever, track? musicians/bands? loves you unconditionally Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself Daft Punk and does whatever you want - Jess Glynne to do, doesn’t argue and Favourite song? has been through all life’s Leaps and Bounds - ups and downs with you Paul Kelly and remembers everything. Music helps me concentrate or forget everything. Hero image: Yr 6 student, Kiki during her trumpet tuition with Joseph

Below: Yr 6 twins, Katrina and Laura learning piano with Cathy

Senior School Music Curriculum At Year 9, students delve deeper into At VCE level, Units 1 and 2 Solo Music one-on-one the use of music in society, such as its Performance is off ered to students in Year At Senior School, all students are given emotive and dramatic uses in advertising 10 or Year 11, which segues into Units 3 opportunities to get hands-on experience through to the theatrical story-telling and 4 for Year 11 or Year 12 students. On with a range of instruments from the of Broadway Musicals. The role of the their primary instrument, students prepare In addition, tuition also provides students and percussionist, Joseph teaches any moment they commence. audience member is further understood programmes of repertoire for concert the opportunity to participate in formal brass instrument that the students are through a range of evaluative activities performances, as well as experiencing a exams and in ensembles, both in and interested in, proving that at CGGS, if you In Year 7, our Instruments of the Orchestra which again, inform more advanced range of learning opportunities to develop outside of school. want to play it, you can. module places students into rotations composition tasks. The formulaic secrets understandings of technical, stylistic of the string, brass and woodwind of current pop music are also unpacked, and expressive skills. A broad range of In recent years, participation in private Joseph founded the John Mallinson Youth families, before coming together as a culminating in the composition of a resources and activities are covered to tuition has grown dramatically. With 45 Band and conducts and travels the world class orchestra. Following this, rhythm complete pop song. develop aural, theory and critical listening students enrolled in 2013, we now have with numerous ensembles. Catherine notation reading is introduced through vocabulary. 129 students enrolled in the program and Oxworth, our clarinet and saxophone tutor, class performance and composition Senior music teacher, Mat Duniam says the number is set to rise again in 2019. has a PHD in education and has taught in drumming groups, feeding into each time our students engage with music Under Kate and Rohan’s leadership, with music in Kenya. composing and notating raps. Further literacy, it is reinforced with a practical the support of Mat, Nichole, Penny and “The girls are practically unlimited when practical modules on piano and guitar experience. the specialist music tutors, this dedicated it comes to choice, with 18 instruments Piano and music theory tutors, Cathy provide students the tools to perform group of staff ensure that music education currently being taught. We have staff who Georgiev and Warwick Lewis have both and recreate chord progressions and “From singing, playing, composing, using thrives at CGGS. Private Music Tuition specialise in percussion, saxophone, been tutoring at CGGS for decades. They melodies - spanning from current pop technology and performing, we provide guitar, trombone, oboe and voice to name are at the forefront of our long-standing to programmatic works to music of opportunities for every student to achieve Private Music Tuition has been an ongoing a few. And, of course the most popular and highly skilled team that are invested in other cultures. Throughout the year, their best,” confi rms Mat. program at the school for 45 years. With instruments piano and violin,” says Rohan. fostering a love for music at CGGS. students also gain command of the iPad 19 highly skilled music tutors currently app, Garage Band to complete several The school also off ers two music elective employed by the school, learning an Our tutors come from an extensive A large number of our tutors also assist composition tasks. modules for students in Years 8 and 9, instrument at CGGS has never been more range of musical backgrounds. They in music classes and lead multiple co- which further supports their interests accessible. are experienced teachers, mostly curricular ensembles. In Year 8, the focus is on the history and passions in music. The Music Studio teaching privately in Melbourne but most of music, important eras and the roles Composition elective focuses on the Whether you are four years of age or 14, importantly, they are all exceptional The CGGS Private Tuition Program is run of famous musicians and composers study of music in a contemporary context. a beginner or advanced, interested in musicians in their own right. by a team of committed professionals who within each genre. Students explore and Students develop a deeper understanding the French horn or the drums, the CGGS all have a passion for music, teaching and investigate what characteristics defi ne of the expressive content of 21st Century Private Tuition program is off ered to all. “Their musical expertise isn’t limited to most importantly, seeing our girls advance. earlier music styles such as Medieval, electronic music composition. The Music tuition. Many of our tutors spend their time Baroque and Classical to inform their Performance elective off ers acceleration “Participating in private tuition provides conducting local ensembles and choirs,” composition tasks. Music-specifi c and enrichment in music performance and an opportunity for students to learn a says Rohan. vocabulary is also further developed musicianship. Personal confi dence and new instrument and to advance their during a broad range of listening activities. creative diversity is fostered within a range musicianship, one-on-one with one of our One such tutor is brass specialist, Joseph of collaborative experiences. highly skilled tutors,” say Rohan Mack, Yu who has been at CGGS for nearly 14 Director of Music (Instrumental). years. A well-rounded brass, woodwind

30 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 31 Yr 7 students Jessica, Madeleine and Charlotte enjoy composing music on their iPads

There have been some mind-boggling For the major assessment piece this year, A keen songwriter, Seanna looks forward advances in technology over the last few each girl was responsible for creating to taking her lyrics from paper to a decades. In fact, it has entirely altered the an original composition to accompany complete composition in the future. way we interact with the world around a children’s picture book. The girls were us. As a result, society is changing at a placed in a real-world context, where they With this technology at the fi ngertips of rapid rate and, the music industry is no were responsible for producing an end our students, tomorrow’s next musical diff erent, embracing emerging technology product. phenomenon could very well emerge from to completely alter the way we consume CGGS. and create music. “This project provides a great challenge for the girls. They are required to select At CGGS, technology is a part of the overall mood for the story and then music and many learning opportunities use music to illuminate the narrative,” incorporate both traditional music making says Kate. and technology. Seanna Henricus, Year 9 (pictured on Our students have access to music cover) enjoyed creating her own score and composition and notation software that was surprised to see how much a piece of ten years ago, only existed in major music can change the tone of a story. recording studios. Working on iMacs in the Music Technology Studio, students “My composition came together really well can use either Garage Band or Sibelius and it was enjoyable to hear how nice the software to compose and produce their score worked over the top of the spoken own tracks. picture book. It really gave the story so Congratulations Samantha! much more depth,” says Seanna. We congratulate our 2018 School Music The Year 8 and 9 music electives are a Captain, Samantha Wong (Yr 12) for perfect example of how the two elements Seanna who has played the piano for 10 composing an award-winning piece as work in harmony here at CGGS. years and also sings, loved the theory side part of her VCE Music class. Her track, of the subject. titled Rain, placed third in the 2018 Director of Music (Curriculum), Kate Savige Australian Children’s Music Foundation says, “These subjects focus on the “Mastering both programs proved National Songwriting Competition. study of music in a contemporary challenging as there is so much on off er context and allow students to develop a in each. I was so excited to try all the With Bonnie Thorne (Yr 11) on vocals, deeper understanding of the expressive diff erent techniques and I ended up Maryanne Li (Yr 11) on oboe and Sam content of 21st Century electronic music working with Garage Band to create my playing piano, Rain is a beautiful piece. composition.” fi nal piece.”

technology Music Lover How has music benefi ted Best dance move? Mark Corrie you? Nutbush has changed Director of School Operations Music lifts me up, especially if I’m fl at. And, I run my best Go to karaoke/shower One of your favourite when listening to music. track? how we musicians/bands? Kickstart My Heart - create music Madonna Mötley Crüe Favourite song? Better - The Screaming Jets Elizabeth Gong Advice for students thinking about Fondest musical memory? School Music Captain learning an instrument? This year’s House Music Competition My mum always says that “it’s never too consists of many special moments. I How important is music to you and late to learn” and, it’s completely true! loved everyone’s energy and enthusiasm why? Ultimately, you should play an instrument during rehearsals and despite it being a Essentially, music is the ultimate because you enjoy it, not because it feels competition, I enjoyed how at the end of manifestation of the inexpressible and I like a chore. Also, don’t start off thinking the day, it was just groups of girls sharing suppose that’s why many people love it. that you’re going to get your AMus after a few laughs and playing some cool music. It explains emotions but can also bring a year of learning, but at the same time, everyone together, regardless of language don’t conform into thinking that these Favourite artist? barriers, personality diff erences, race achievements defi ne the quality of your My music taste fl uctuates incredibly, or age. I guess that’s what makes it so musicianship. ranging from deafening teenage angst to special to me. some sort of pompous classical piece. What does your role entail? But right now, I’m enjoying Charles First instrument? Firstly, it’s about sharing my love for music Bradley because of his funky and soulful It all started at age two, with a cardboard with everyone, which will hopefully make tenderness, as well as LANY, an indie-pop replica of a million dollar Stradivarius them just as enthusiastic as I am… not band who create a chilled and relaxed violin. That cardboard box, complete with only about the vast music program at vibe. wooden stick for a bow made me ecstatic CGGS but also music in general. and kept me entertained until I was able to Favourite song? join my brother at violin classes. What plans do you have for 2019? Dancing’s Not A Crime by P!ATD. It’s pretty The music fam at CGGS is full of incredibly self-explanatory really… it would be a huge The fi rst tune you learnt? talented, dynamic and welcoming off ence if dancing were to be a crime. The eminent, grandiose yet highly people. It would be great to broaden underrated - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. this community… whether it’s joining If you could have dinner with 2 an ensemble or simply coming to music musicians who would they be? What instruments do you play? camp, the more girls involved in music, Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston. Violin, double bass and am currently the better. learning how to play the saxophone. the joy of music

Maryanne Li What instruments do you play? I’d also like to arrange some instrumental School Music Captain Piano and oboe, although I’ve played crash courses for students who want to try percussion and double bass in school out an instrument. How important is music to you and ensembles and also had the opportunity why? to double on cor anglais (English horn) for Fondest musical memory? It’s up to each individual to fi nd meaning school musicals. At age 11, I did my fi rst music eisteddfod in music. Leonard Bernsteins quote really for oboe and piano, and I was so nervous. summarises it for me - “Music can name Advice for students thinking about My piece was a few seconds too long the unnameable and communicate the learning an instrument? and when the adjudicator rang the bell to unknowable.” I think it’s really important that you remind me of the time I thought that meant genuinely enjoy playing your instruments, to stop - which I did. My accompanist I’ve grown up with music, I’ve been as that’s what makes the experience more fi nished the last four bars without me. I just through thick and thin with it and, it’s enjoyable. It’s certainly not easy to learn stopped and stared out into the audience always there when I’m doing work or an instrument, albeit master it, but it’s like a deer caught in headlights. Whilst not chores. It’s something I can enjoy and defi nitely worth it if you are passionate. my best performance, this was the most savour and adds more drama to movies! Seize as many opportunities as you can, memorable. As the youngest performer this way you have some solid methods to of the day, the adjudicator gave me an First instrument? improve and create new friendships! honourable mention. I’ve always been overly energetic and a HUGE talker. My mum was keen to get What does your role entail? Favourite artist? me into music and at the beginning of Year Elizabeth and I will work together to Michael Jackson 1 my prep teacher recommended piano support all students involved in or lessons so I could learn to sit and relax interested in playing music at CGGS. Favourite song? (and not talk for a while). Spoiler alert, it We’ll also host the music events Listen by Beyoncé worked! throughout the year. If you could have dinner with 2 The fi rst tune you learnt? What plans do you have for 2019? musicians who would they be? My older sister let me accompany I think some of the best ways to promote Freddie Mercury and Lin Manuel Miranda her when she played Beethoven’s, music is by showcasing the musical talents our 2019 Fur Elise. of the students. I’m thinking a fun way to do this would be through soap boxing. I school music did a soap box once for public speaking and it was nerve-racking but so rewarding! captains

34 Camberwell Girls Grammar School music can change the world!

Vika & Piano Linda Project Bull

During the mid 1980s, the school was The next decade found the sisters then has toured Australia, New Zealand unaware that two of its senior students embracing a range of musical possibilities and the UK. More recently, Vika shared the Since leaving school in 1993, friends In order to fund the free lessons, the “Music can be the source of such joy would go on to become huge household on a string of albums. Vika & Linda, their stage with iconic singer Debra Byrne in Georgina Imberger, Amie Herdman, Piano Project put on piano recitals around for these kids. Many of them come from names in the very near future. debut album of 1994, was produced by Tapestry: The Songs Of Carole King, which Christine Willshire and Cate Robertson Melbourne in locations not usually known diffi cult and traumatic circumstances and Paul Kelly and written by some of the played to packed houses around Australia. (Vautier) have joined together with other for classical music. However, in 2017, music can be a wonderful escape. But, Vika and Linda Bull attended CGGS, with most accomplished songwriters of the era, friends to form Piano Project, a charity that Piano Project secured a warehouse shell it is also a very simple thing - the same Vika leaving in 1982 and younger sister, including Paul Kelly, Joe Camilleri, Stephen Vika and Linda are currently working on sponsors piano lessons for children who in Brunswick and began the process of happiness that any child has when they Linda graduating in 1985 as Head Prefect. Cummings, Mark Seymour and Nick Barker. their fi rst full length album of original material. are new immigrants to Australia. converting the old factory into a space, learn to make music.” suitable for acoustic music performance. For 30 years, their glorious voices have On stage and in the studio, they continue Watch this space, open your ears and hold Piano Project not only provides refugee and Georgie remembers her love of classical comprised one of the most distinctive, to seek diverse challenges. Tell The onto your heart. migrant children the chance to learn to play The classical music venue will open in music being sparked by her CGGS music versatile and emotionally charged sounds Angels, is a gospel album recorded live in music for free, it is also a tool to help them Breese Street, Brunswick early next year, teacher, Barbara Russell. on the Australian music landscape. a Brunswick pub. Meet Me In the Middle We are proud to call these sensational settle into their new homeland. under the name Tempo Rubato and all of the Air, is an innovative mix of jazz and sisters Camberwell girls. profi ts raised will go directly to Piano “It was in her Music Appreciation Class Since their multi-platinum conquest of gospel, created by Paul Kelly and Paul “We wanted to do something as a way of Project to keep piano lessons alive. in late 1989 where I fi rst got a taste of pop radio with the Black Sorrows in the Grabowsky. welcoming new kids who were just arriving classical music,” she says. late 1980s, the sisters have forged diverse here and going through that extraordinary To help get the doors to Tempo Rubato pathways into soul, gospel, blues, country In addition, Vika took the lead in At Last, challenge of adjusting to a new country,” open, Piano Project entered the Pick Congratulation to Georgie, Amie, Christine and the island music of their Tongan The Etta James Story which saw its world Below: Linda and Vika pictured says co-founder, Georgie. My Project grant initiative. This initiative and Cate - it’s fantastic to see you giving ancestry. premiere in Melbourne in 2013 and since with Dr Barbara Fary provides funding to Victorian’s who have back to the community through your love “It’s obviously not a priority for a family ideas to make the local community a better of music. Their rich solo vocals and instinctive when arriving in a new country. It’s just place. Piano Project was successful and harmonies have spawned eight albums an extra something that we can give and received funding in October. Georgie, Amie, Christine and Cate will be of their own, as well as illuminating studio communicate a hand of welcome,” our guests at the inaugural International and concert performances by Paul Kelly, she says. The idea for Piano Project stemmed from Women’s Day Breakfast to be held at the Rockwiz, C.W. Stoneking, Deborah Georgie’s own piano lesson experiences as school on Friday 8 March, 2019. Those Conway, Kasey Chambers and many more. Piano Project currently teach lessons out a child. Whilst she openly admits she was in attendance will hear how and why they of the Western English Language School never great at it, it’s something she has created the charity and the journey they Their invitation to join Joe Camilleri’s, in Braybrook, the Collingwood English always remembered from her childhood. have been on to get to this stage. Booking Black Sorrows ushered in that band’s Language School and at Kensington details for the breakfast will be released most successful era: Hold Onto Me, Community High School. “I hopped on the piano a few years ago early 2019. Harley and Rose and Better Times were and was astounded that I could remember all triple-platinum albums between 1988 The charity also sponsors lessons for some scales and that I could still read and 1992. The sisters’ prominent vocals children at the Caroline Chisholm Catholic music. Whilst I’m hopeless, I absolutely captivated massive audiences, both here College in Braybrook, for children attending love it and that’s the whole point of this and worldwide. Foundation House in Sunshine, at the project. We want to give the gift of music to Music Shop in Deer Park and at the Piano others,” she confi rms. Warehouse in Essendon.

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with the University of Melbourne to sell-out sell-out to Melbourne of University the with In 2018 Juliana established chamber choir, Choral Choral choir, chamber established Juliana 2018 In

in Godspell and in two major productions productions major two in and Godspell in O’Leary OAM. OAM. O’Leary

youth choir, Exaudi, under the mentorship of Mark Mark of mentorship the under Exaudi, choir, youth Il Trovatore, with Nova Music Theatre Company Company Theatre Music Nova with Trovatore, Il

assistant conductor of the internationally-touring internationally-touring the of conductor assistant

Price. In 2017, Millie performed with CitiOpera in in CitiOpera with performed Millie 2017, In Price.

Canterbury Girls’ Secondary College and is the the is and College Secondary Girls’ Canterbury

classical voice under Peter Mander and Patricia Patricia and Mander Peter under voice classical teaches classroom music, choir and orchestra at at orchestra and choir music, classroom teaches

a lifelong interest in choirs and choral music. She She music. choral and choirs in interest lifelong a

(Hons) at The University of Melbourne, studying studying Melbourne, of University The at (Hons)

Juliana is a teacher, conductor and composer with with composer and conductor teacher, a is Juliana

She has just completed a Bachelor of Music Music of Bachelor a completed just has She

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theatre guild nominations and accolades. accolades. and nominations guild theatre

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and rewarding profession that uses music as a motivating and pleasurable pleasurable and motivating a as music uses that profession rewarding and

world surrounding them non-verbally. Being a music therapist is a wonderful wonderful a is therapist music a Being non-verbally. them surrounding world

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of early intervention with children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Spectrum (Autism ASD with children with intervention early of

hospital setting. She is currently working as a private practitioner in the the in practitioner private a as working currently is She setting. hospital

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perfect multi-disciplinary combination of science and music,” says Hinako. Hinako. says music,” and science of combination multi-disciplinary perfect

to enrol into a Master of Music Therapy the following year. “I thought it was a a was it thought “I year. following the Therapy Music of Master a into enrol to

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tutelage of Dr Curt Thompson (Associate Professor and Head of Strings at at Strings of Head and Professor (Associate Thompson Curt Dr of tutelage

of Melbourne. During her undergraduate degree, she studied under the the under studied she degree, undergraduate her During Melbourne. of

of Science, before transferring to a Bachelor of Music at the University University the at Music of Bachelor a to transferring before Science, of

After graduating CGGS in 2011, Hinako undertook two years in a Bachelor a in years two undertook Hinako 2011, in CGGS graduating After

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Melbourne and plays with Cuban salsa group, La Familia. La group, salsa Cuban with plays and Melbourne

and recorded with Amanda Vincent from Eurogliders. She is currently based in in based currently is She Eurogliders. from Vincent Amanda with recorded and

feature of the band’s sound. Catherine later travelled to London where she wrote wrote she where London to travelled later Catherine sound. band’s the of feature

with producer Mark Optis (INXS) in New York and Catherine’s bass playing was a a was playing bass Catherine’s and York New in (INXS) Optis Mark producer with

Hester (Crowded House). Deckchairs recorded several singles and an album album an and singles several recorded Deckchairs House). (Crowded Hester

Catherine joined Deckchairs Overboard with a line up which included Paul Paul included which up line a with Overboard Deckchairs joined Catherine

movie, Dogs in Space, starring Michael Hutchence as their lead singer. lead their as Hutchence Michael starring Space, in Dogs movie,

The Ears. The band achieved international notoriety when they were portrayed in the the in portrayed were they when notoriety international achieved band The Ears. The

Catherine cut her teeth as a bass player and backing vocalist with Melbourne band, band, Melbourne with vocalist backing and player bass a as teeth her cut Catherine

always been underpinned by a love of romance and drama. and romance of love a by underpinned been always

recording and touring Australia, Catherine’s hunger for new experiences has has experiences new for hunger Catherine’s Australia, touring and recording

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music she composed and arranged gives a nod to 1960’s Jazz and Latin. Latin. and Jazz 1960’s to nod a gives arranged and composed she music

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Singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, dancer and fashion designer - Catherine Catherine - designer fashion and dancer multi-instrumentalist, composer, Singer, Catherine McQuade Catherine

also a founding member of the Australian Chamber Soloists and the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra. She tours regularly for Musica Viva and in 1989 toured Australia with the visiting Reger Trio from West Germany. She has appeared as a soloist in North and South America, Paris, Bonn, The Hague, Brussels, Berlin and Kuala Lumpur as well as on many occasions with the MSO. In January 1993, Prue undertook a solo tour of Japan where she performed with the Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa and gave chamber music concerts and masterclasses. Prue says she is continuously inspired by her colleagues, “I look around the Orchestra while I am not playing and can see the passion from everyone in rehearsals as well as performances is palpable. There is a collective pride within the MSO that permeates at all levels and everybody gives their best all the time,” she says. When asked about her love of the she says, “There is something about the immediacy of the sound, the beauty of it being right from your breath and embouchure that makes it feel as if it is a natural extension of yourself and your musical voice.”

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Right image: FIRST Yr 9 team, Code Red

In August, four CGGS students competed Emily Lin received the ‘Star of the Harina Balashankar (Year 7), the girls Lego in the Northern Star Chess Secondary Tournament’ trophy for the best individual competed at the Victorian Secondary Girls’ Teams Championship with result in the competition. Schools Girls’ Championship, where they outstanding results. came second by just half a point. Alanna received the Year 11-12 Gold Year 8 students, Emily Lin, Kelly Ta Medal, while Kelly tied for the Year 7-8 Emily Lin placed second overall, winning and Bethany Orme, along with Year 12 Bronze Medal. six out of her seven matches. League student, Alanna Chew Lee returned to this year’s competition with the gold medal in The CGGS team won the tournament We congratulate this group of youngyoung womenw their sights, after walking away with silver and were crowned the Champion School,, on achieving such outstanding results.results. at the 2017 competition. walking away with that much sought afterter Gold Trophy. 2018 was certainly the year for our four chess crusaders. In October, with two additional teamam members, Amy Dingle and

2018 was a big year for our chess crusaders!

This year, CGGS entered two teams into The second challenge was programming A proud Dr Charlotte Forwood says both the FIRST (For Inspiration & Recognition the robot to take part in two and a half teams were great ambassadors for CGGS. of Science & Technology) LEGO League minute robot games on the day of the event. Competition, an international event that “They were tight-knit teams who aims to inspire young people to become The fi nal task was completing a research encouraged, persevered and celebrated science and technology leaders. project, coupled with a 5-minute as they tackled diff erent elements of the presentation of solutions to a real-life competition. They had a fabulous day Under the leadership of Dr Charlotte problem relating to humans in space, which competing, listening to the judges’ advice Forwood, the school’s Director of centred around the theme, ‘Into Orbit’. and learning from more experienced Learning, Design and Development and teams.” Ms Eleanor Wood, Head of Science, Ormiston’s X was the name of our Year 6 a team of seven girls from the Year 9 team and this group of girls were fortunate “The students are certainly looking Robotics elective class and 10 girls from to participate in a video conference with forward to future opportunities to compete Year 6 participated in the event, along with the NASA Space Centre in Houston. in the event and I encourage others to more than 320,000 students from over This video conference provided a perfect take up the challenge,” says Charlotte. 100 countries. opportunity for the girls to speak to astronauts and gather research for their Congratulations to all involved! The girls were also supported by Mrs topic, ‘fresh food and nutrients in space’. Nicole Rogers, Head of Strategic Both teams are thankful for the generosity Initiatives and Mr Kim Perkins, Head of The Year 6 team were acknowledged of British Aerospace Engineering, who Digital Learning. for their thorough research and were donated EV3 Robots and for providing presented with a Research Award at the advice to the girls. They are also very There were four elements to the Regional Final and progressed to the thankful to the CGGS Parents and Friends competition - evidence of the State Finals at Swinburne University of Association for providing EV3 Lego competition’s core values: discovery, Technology. extension kits and additional Lego. innovation, impact, inclusion, teamwork and fun; and three main tasks. Our Year 9 team, Code Red, chose to research ‘how menstruation cycles would The fi rst task was to design and make be managed in space’. The girls were the a LEGO EV3 Robot to use for the recipients of an Innovation Award for their competition. extensive research and presentation of practical and well researched solutions.

40 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 41 Providing high quality education is Camberwell Grammar School, Trinity Curriculum has enabled us to provide at the heart of what we do at CGGS. Grammar, Xavier College, Scotch College, opportunities for our girls to understand This involves a focus on creating an Balwyn Primary School, Boroondara Park their gender identity and to shape their environment where students develop Primary School, Balwyn High School, self-concept, self-effi cacy and self- academic skills and knowledge, whilst Camberwell South Primary School and confi dence. This has been achieved also creating a culture that enables our Blackburn Primary School. through a number of curricular and girls to become more resilient in the face program initiatives including: of adversity. “We have focused on three key areas to infl uence the dialogue and ensure cultural - The purposefully designed Year 9 “We want our girls to feel more connected and generational change within both our Respectful Relationship Health Unit, with people and their surroundings, own and the wider community on these that tackles gender stereotypes and and perhaps most importantly, work important issues,” confi rms Kath. challenges the ideas of power and harder, smarter and aim higher in their control in relationships aspirations for the future,” says Kath Woolcock, Deputy Head of Senior School Student Voice has been a pivotal - Junior School BRAVE Curriculum - Wellbeing. component, ensuring our students take an active approach. This has been achieved - Social and Emotional Learning Units Stereotypes and unconscious biases through: across both Junior and Senior School surrounding gender are often common within society, and if not prepared, these - Establishment of the Student Wellbeing - Relationship, empathy, confl ict can create social pressures that prevent Action Group resolution and communication skills girls from embracing opportunities that dedevelopedveloped through Mentoring andand may be traditionally male-dominated. - Student Wellbeing Focus Groupsps WeWellbeingllbeing classes

The state-wide Respectful Relationships - Leadership Focus Groups initiative, led by the Victoria State Government is designed specifi cally to - Establishment of Student Wellbeingbeing challenge, reject and overcome these Captains perceived gender norms that can attempt to defi ne women of today. - Attendance at Student Conferencesences such as International Women’ss DayDay The initiative has a primary focus of Breakfast and The School Leadersders forfor equipping schools and educators with the Gender Equality and Respect WorkshopWorkshopp “Together, the CGGS team has skills and knowledge to tackle the issue worked closely to develop and of family violence and gender equality - Student Gender Equality Assessmentssment implement these initiatives to through a preventative whole school Tools enhance and embed respectful approach. relationships and gender equality - Student Representative Councill across all facets of the CGGS “A result of the fi ndings from the Royal community. Along the way, we have Commission into Family Violence in also played an active role in helping 2016, Respectful Relationships education Raising Awareness of family and gender-ender- other school’s to do the same and became a core component of the Victorian based violence and stereotypes, helpsps to we look forward to continuing this Curriculum and as a result, the Respectful create a community that is informed. TThishis work in 2019 and beyond,” Relationships initiative was born,” has been achieved through: says Kath. says Kath. - The creation of the Respectful For the past two years, CGGS has been Relationship Badge, worn by all respectful a lead school, responsible for delivering students and staff at CGGS professional learning to a number of Below left and centre: Senior girls enjoy Diversity Week independent and government schools - Establishment of our annual Celebratingg activities across Melbourne including MLC, Diversity Week and Diversity Forums Below right: Strathcona, Ruyton Girls School, Respectful Relationships - Student presentations that celebrate winning badge design by Yr 5 student, Samantha Chua successful young women in traditionally male dominated fi elds

- Parent Education Seminars focusing on creating healthy, happy families and building respectful relationships relationships

42 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 43 AN EVENING WITH

On Friday 24 August, the school was opportunity to teach and learn in this new The school is most grateful to James delighted to launch the James Zhang space.” says Jane Harris, the school’s Zhang and Weina Huangfu. The naming and Weina Huangfu Physics Laboratory. Director of Advancement. of the laboratory is a fi tting tribute to the The refurbished laboratory now provides family’s commitment to Camberwell Girls a modern space for our Physics and An intimate gathering of School Council Grammar School. Science programs. members, Senior Management, science staff and guests witnessed James, Pick a chapter, any chapter in the life of she is proving, can also be dominated by school for the evening,” says Principal, Current parents, James and Weina have Weina and their family cut the ribbon, as Dr Susan Alberti AC and you will discover women. Debbie Dunwoody. provided wonderful support to the school Principal, Debbie Dunwoody declared the a number of heartrending personal to make this extensive upgrade possible. renovated space offi cially open. tragedies, jaw-dropping professional As one of Australia’s most prominent Former student, Stephanie Asher is the endeavours and a series of extraordinary philanthropists, Susan has dedicated her author of Susan’s biography and she “This generous donation from James The Australia Poly Philanthropic Above image: crusades and triumphs that have literally life to supporting countless charitable hosted a Q & A session following Susan’s and Weina’s charity, the Australia Poly Foundation is committed to giving back James, Weina and children changed the lives of Australian’s. causes and is the Chair of her own presentation. The audience delighted in opening the new lab Philanthropic Foundation will enable to the community by making a positive medical research foundation. questioning both women. our girls to study in an outstanding and contribution to enable a better future for Below left: If there was ever a life less ordinary, Susan Christine Cussen, Chair of Council, inspiring new environment. Both our our community; with a strong commitment with the Zhang family and Debbie Alberti, current Victorian of the Year is She was instrumental in founding the Susan, who is also the former Vice- educators and students appreciate the to improving education, employment Below right: living it. Australian Women’s Football League President of the Western Bulldogs Football opportunities and lifestyle. Girls enjoy working in the new space (AFLW) and is a mentor to many young Club, then took time to sign books. On Wednesday 24 October, a large group women. Whilst she has endured many of staff , students, old grammarians and set backs, during the evening she shared An absolutely wonderful event, we the wider CGGS community gathered in how she managed to overcome them and thank the dynamic duo of Susan and the Library to hear Susan speak, as part of come out the other side more driven and Stephanie for joining us for an evening at our Shaping the Future series. courageous than ever. Camberwell Girls Grammar School.

Accompanied by her biographer, former These achievements and many more lead CGGS grammarian, Stephanie Asher Susan to being awarded a Member of the (Maguire, 1985), the pair mingled with Order of Australia Medal (AM) in 1997, guests over refreshments, before Susan an Offi cer of the Order of Australia Medal took to the lectern. (OA) and in 2016 a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) award. A passionate, driven and ambitious woman, Susan spoke of how she forged “There was laughter and tears throughout paths in areas traditionally dominated the evening, but most importantly, much by men. She spoke of her work as the to learn. Susan is humble, courageous, co-founder and Managing Director of a kind and the ultimate role model. We large building company, an industry that were most lucky to have her join us at our

44 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 45 Where do you see yourself in 5 years What do you do to create balance in How important is music to you time? your life? and why? I would like to study International I play netball which is a great way to I can always fi nd the perfect song to Relations or Law at University and I release energy, whilst also getting some fi t my mood. In the morning, I listen hope to work for the United Nations exercise in. I also allow myself time to to uplifting songs to get into the right one day. relax and I love watching a movie on a mindset and at night, slower songs Friday evening. help me wind down. If you could change one thing in the world, what would it be? Do you have a mentor? What instruments do you play? I would give every child an education. My mum is probably my greatest I used to play piano but this year I have I feel extremely blessed and fortunate mentor. I can talk to her about anything. been in the Senior School Percussion. to have received a good education and I know she will have the solutions to my Despite fi nding it quite challenging, I I want every child to have the same problems, even if it is not what I want really enjoy it. opportunity. to hear. She inspires me every day. Favourite artist? How important is music to you and Where do you see yourself in 5 Vance Joy - Attending his concert was Nikki Chen why? Ellie Zhou years time? one of my most favourite nights ever. School Captain Music is really important to me. I love Vice Captain I see myself working in the technology/ listening to music when I’m starting computer science industry. On the Favourite song? What do you want to achieve for my day as it’s super uplifting and really What do you want to achieve for other hand, as history is a favourite It changes constantly but Penny Lane yourself and for the school in 2019? helps get me going. I also fi nd that yourself and for the school in 2019? subject, I would also love a job where by The Beatles is defi nitely an all time Everyone says that Year 12 is the best listening to music is the best way to get The school values of integrity, I could learn about everything that has favourite. year so I defi nitely want to enjoy and rid of any nerves before exams. commitment, respect, hope and happened on earth - but I’m not sure cherish every moment. I’ve had such courage are integral. I hope to what sort of job that would be! If you could have dinner with 2 an incredible experience at CGGS What instruments do you play? incorporate them into every aspect of musicians who would they be? and in my fi nal year, I want to ensure I played piano up until Year 7 and I my leadership. If you could change one thing in the Khalid and Elton John the younger girls’ experiences are as really want to learn guitar. world, what would it be? enjoyable as my own. What subjects will you be studying in Equality. It should not be our privilege Favourite artist? Year 12? that assists us in succeeding our goals, What subjects will you be studying in Shawn Mendes has been my favourite English, Maths Methods, Further rather our work ethic, our kindness, our Year 12? artist since Year 9 and I was lucky Mathematics, Global Politics and History humility and our passion. English, Maths Methods, Further enough to meet him! Maths, Global Politics Favourite song? What do you do to create balance in It always changes but songs that I your life? always love are: Dreams – Fleetwood Creating balance is super important to Mac, We Found Love – Daniel Caesar What do you do to create balance in What instruments do you play? me as it gives me time to do the things and Feels Like We Only Go Backwards your life? I play the piano and the drums. that I love and helps me work more – Tame Impala. I stay active, spend time with friends effi ciently. I love to play sport, draw and and family, listen to music and enjoy a Favourite artist? watch movies. If you could have dinner with 2 good book. Adele - When I saw her perform she musicians who would they be? was absolutely captivating, very Do you have a mentor? Rihanna and Cher Do you have a mentor? humble, so humorous and genuine. My biggest mentor is defi nitely my My biggest mentor is my grandma. mum. Whenever I need advice, she is She is my best friend and one of the Favourite song? my go-to person. Her selfl essness and most incredible people I know. She Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson. ability to be considerate of everyone is inspires me every day with her words It’s such an inspirational and powerful what inspires me the most. of wisdom. song about self-awareness and being true to yourself. Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? If you could have dinner with 2 I am yet to decide what I would like to musicians who would they be? SCHOOL Stephanie Lysikatos pursue as a formal career but hopefully Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue Vice Captain I will be entering the science or medical CAPTAINS’ industry. FAVOURITE What do you want to achieve for ARTIST yourself and for the school in 2019? If you could change one thing in the I hope to create more friendships with world, what would it be? PLAYLIST younger students and further build the I would remove all the hatred and inject strong sense of community. kindness. Who do you have in your playlist that lifts your spirits? What subjects will you be studying in How important is music to you and Year 12? why? Chemistry, Maths Methods, English I listen to music every day. The magic and Biology of a tune and the beauty of lyrics create poetry. Music is a gift, a chance to rejoice and to connect with others and to appreciate art. The Parents and Friends Association have New on our calendar, the Women of CGGS A Welcome Morning Tea was provided had a wonderfully busy second semester Oaks Day Lunch was a fabulous initiative, for parents of our incoming 2019 Year and we are proud to have been able to established by some of our parents. Set 7 students and for our new Ormiston support the school in many ways. to become a fi rm fi xture on our calendar, parents. Transitions are always daunting, please mark your diary for the 2019 event. but we hope to make them feel welcome In August, Friends of the Arts were super- as they look forward to another full year of busy serving over 1,000 people who Another amazing parent initiative is the opportunities. came to see the premium entertainment Second Hand Uniform Shop, which is presented by our students and staff . The proving very popular. To turn old uniforms Already our PFA is planning events PFA served homemade sausage rolls into cash and purchase second-hand for 2019, starting with the Summer and drinks to over 600 guests over three uniforms at a deep discount, look out Spectacular School Fair on Saturday 23 nights at the Senior School production of for instructions and dates in What’s On February. If you would like to run a stall or if Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. We were back and the Junior and Senior School Weekly you can help out at a stall for two hours on again, a few weeks later to provide pre- publications. the day, we’d love to hear from you. show refreshments at the Junior School’s Please contact us at [email protected]. production, Ormiston Creates and again Class Reps continued to work hard to at the Senior School Festival of Music. build the community around them through To everyone who has contributed to the Our work continued in September, with countless morning teas, dinners and PFA in 2018, whether by donation of time, pre-show support at the ever-popular, other activities. These are invaluable money or by attendance at the events we House Drama. opportunities to network with parents and support - THANK YOU! We hope you’ll understand all of the opportunities available continue to support us in 2019, as we work Trivia Night was a night to remember, with a for yourselves and your students. All events to keep the CGGS community welcoming, 1960s theme. Barbara Sutton Hall became are advertised in What’s On. active and supportive of the school. a riot of colour, complete with balloons, lava lamp projections and music. Parents In November the PFA once again, covered Linda Black looked fantastic as hippies, Trekkies and the cost of students to attend the Year 12 PFA President other characters. Generous donations to Valedictory Dinner, as a thank you to the our silent auction by members of our parent girls’ families for their support during their community and our external community time at the school. If you are the parent of a enabled us to raise just under $8,000. student leaving the school, we hope you’ll remain a part of our community by joining Friends of Sport helped make the our Past Parents group. Celebration of Sport Dinner a truly special occasion for the girls who were being Of course, we didn’t forget our Year 6 girls, recognised. Their assistance continued who are taking a big step as well. The PFA in October, when they could be found supported both the Year 6 Graduation serving sausages pool-side at the House Lunch and the formal Graduation Ceremony, Swimming Carnival. which both took place in December.

Fundraising - Musicals Instruments for both Junior and Senior School - Outdoor furniture for the Junior School The PFA’s fundraising eff orts this year have resulted in the following - Eye in the Sky Camera for the Senior School Physics Lab items being purchased to enhance the education and experience of - Starting blocks and covers, backstroke fl ags, backstroke ledges and motionless lane our students. ropes for the CGGS Aquatic Centre

We thank all families who have - Lego to be used by Junior and Senior students in the FIRST Lego League Competition supported our fundraising initiatives with fi nancial donations and by - AFL Guernseys and High Jump Mat for the Senior School Sports Department participating in PFA events. - Photographic Equipment for the Art Department

- Mini Whiteboards for the Senior School Classrooms

- Liquid Nitrogen Dewar for Senior School Molecular Gastronomy

48 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 49 from the oga chair Reunions Class of 2017 - 1 Year Reunion Class of 1978 - 40 Year Reunion Sapphire Circle Lunch Held on Wednesday 21 November in the Held on Friday 12 October at Di Palmas The Sapphire Circle lunch has stood It never ceases to amaze me how music recalling all the times we came together absolute honour to be part of such a Anne Feehan Courtyard, the Class of restaurant in Kew, the women had a the test of time, with yet another very can connect with your soul. It can remind in unity to sing our School Hymn and this dedicated, kind and supportive group of 2017 were excited to walk back through wonderful time catching up on the past successful event taking place on Saturday you of happy times, sad times, bring a is something we carry always. The School phenomenal woman and I invite any old the school gates to catch up on the past 40 years. “Where have the years gone, 20 October. With more than 55 women smile to your face or a tear to your eye. It Hymn has been a constant and whilst it is grammarian to attend our meetings. year. Many of those in attendance had just where did they go?” was heard all in attendance, they were entertained by can bring back a memory long forgotten, not clear when we fi rst started using this, completed their fi rst year of university and throughout the event. Pictures 4-6. current Year 11 student, Bonnie Thorn who one that can often warm your heart it was fi rst printed in 1944, nearly 75 years I would like to pass on my gratitude to our enjoyed sharing their experiences with played the acoustic guitar and sang many where you remember friends, times and ago. To me, this further demonstrates esteemed Principal, Debbie Dunwoody, our each other and current staff . Pictures 1-3. Class of 1968 - 50 Year Reunion beautiful songs. Newly appointed Music experiences you have shared along your when you are a student, you are a moment Director of Advancement, Jane Harris, our Held in the Boardroom on Wednesday 22 Captain, Maryanne Li played the piano, path in life. in time over the school’s long and Alumnae Relationships Coordinator, Karen Class of 2008 - 10 Year Reunion August, an intimate group from the class while all in attendance stood to sing the continued history. With the foundation Bartram and all in the Foundation Offi ce. Mr Bianco restaurant in Kew was the venue of 1968 had a wonderful time reminiscing School Hymn. It was fantastic to see some To this day, over 20 years since I fi nished at of a Camberwell education and our for the 10 year reunion, held on Friday about days gone by. Joined by Principal, of our more senior grammarians attend. Camberwell, when I fi rst hear the starting motto Utilis in Ministerium, it is what we As we head towards the School’s 100th 26 October. An intimate dinner, those in Debbie Dunwoody and staff from the We thank the Sapphire Circle Committee few bars of our school hymn, memories of can do in the world to make a diff erence Anniversary in 2020, we are looking forward attendance enjoyed seeing each other, with Foundation Offi ce, the women enjoyed a for their assistance to ensure this event my time at school always come fl ooding that truly matters. to continuing and expanding our support of the common saying of the night being, delicious lunch, accompanied by much remains a fi rm favourite on the old back to me. When we start singing the school. “I can’t believe it’s been 10 years.” laughter. Pictures 7-9. grammarian calendar. Pictures 10-12. ‘Wrought by brave hands long dead, the It is hard to believe 2019 is fast past has laid so great a heritage before approaching. I would like to take this To close, I wish you every happiness for our feet’, I feel extremely thankful for my opportunity to thank all old grammarians the festive season; a safe and joyous 6 7 time and education at Camberwell Girls. who have supported the school this year Christmas and new year. It reminds me that we are part of such a through mentoring breakfasts, careers special community, one with an incredible days, letters of encouragement and the May music always be part of your life and history, an inspiring presence and an Summer Spectacular. held in your soul. exceptional vision for the future. In particular, I give a special mention to our Cara Davey The music of our school connects us, Old Grammarian Association Committee OGA Chair I could imagine every old grammarian and Sapphire Circle Committee. It is an

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3 4 Class of 2018 - 1 Year Reunion Class of 1989 - 30 Year Reunion 2019 Reunions Wednesday 20 November Saturday 18 May Invitations will be sent out leading up Class of 2014 - 5 Year Reunion Class of 1979 - 40 Year Reunion to the event. Friday 30 August Saturday 4 May Class of 2009 - 10 Year Reunion Class of 1969 - 50 Year Reunion Friday 10 May Wednesday 23 October Class of 1999 - 20 Year Reunion Sapphire Circle Lunch Saturday 27 July Saturday 17 August

50 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 51 family is back living next door. I cannot This year, Kieran returned to Cambodia, for Multicultural Aff airs on key issues and balancing sport and study, as well as General News comment on the direct aftermath of this travelling as a student leader with 11 solutions in the South Asian community. managing injuries, which inevitably comes atrocity, but I can comment on Rwanda current CGGS students and three Savindhi is also an advocate and role with being a sportswoman. Her openness today, the progress of this nation is a teachers. model for the empowerment of young and honesty was thought-provoking for testament to the strength of its people. It people. those in attendance. is not only one of the safest places I have For Kieran, the second trip was a more been, but is so incredibly beautiful, so rich meaningful experience on many levels - it Savindhi has a string of other roles that Whilst at CGGS, Bec was a key member with culture. was a chance to be someone the CGGS she fulfi ls including: President of the of the school’s basketball teams and in students could turn to for support, as well Committee for Sri Lanka (the fi rst ever 2015, she took the fi rst steps to turning Often I fi nd myself searching for happiness as being a familiar face to the Geckos. youth President), Secretary to the Aus- her passion for basketball into a possible in day to day life. I fi nd myself yearning It also allowed her to observe and Lanka Business Council and Executive future career. 2015 saw Bec appointed for the next event on the weekend that appreciate the progress and successes of Committee Member of the Ethnic to the Under 18 Victorian Basketball will distract me from university and work. I the various Green Gecko projects. Communities Council of Victoria - Young team and who won gold at the National thrived in the environment that surrounded Wing-Intercultural Youth Advocacy Junior Championships. Later that year, me in Africa. This is where I will probably Kieran is so grateful to have had the Leaders group. she represented Australia in the Under 16 fi nd myself in the future. It is not because opportunity to reinforce the friendships Oceania qualifi ers and won gold. Emily Scott (2009) I am necessarily trying to escape, or for she made with the Geckos, to support the She is also the Executive Director of the After graduating, Emily studied a Bachelor my simple love of travel. It is because why current students and staff throughout the South Asia Australia Pageant, an initiative In 2016 she represented Australia in of Law/Arts at Monash University. Over would I not want to surround myself with trip, and to view Cambodia as a country that Savindhi set up and has been running the Under 17 Sapphires and the team her university years, she volunteered at people who value happiness as a rich part in a new light. for the past fi ve years. Through this won gold at the World Championships. a community legal centre, as a tutor for of life. Happiness and joy is a way of life initiative, over 150 young people have Later the same year, Bec accepted a indigenous students and as a campaigner Naomi Brooks (2015) in Africa. We thank Keiran for joining the 2018 trip become community ambassadors and scholarship at the Basketball Australia for an organisation focused on combating In her fi nal year at CGGS, Naomi was and supporting our staff and students. leaders throughout Australia. Centre of Excellence (AIS) where she the traffi cking of women and children. Social Justice Captain. She has a true A word I learnt in South Africa, in Zulu remained, from January 2016 to July Emily has also worked as an Ambassador passion for helping others and giving language, is ‘ubuntu’ which surrounds the Savindhi also has her own Sri Lankan 2017. for Monash University, assisting high- back to those in need. Over two trips, idea that “we share one humanity, and I bridal label, Savish which she set up with school students of low socio-economic Naomi has spent a total of 11 weeks in would not be how I am, without you being her sister Vishni (2011). In 2017, she was lucky enough to backgrounds to better access tertiary Africa, volunteering in South Africa, Kenya the way you are.” I really believe we have represent Australia again, this time in the education. and Rwanda, most recently volunteering a human responsibility to recognise this. “Whilst I was at CGGS, the school’s vision Under 19 World Championships. in a public mental health ward. Below was to empower the students to become In both 2017 and 2018, she was Upon completing her university studies, Naomi shares why she loves Africa. This is why Africa is special to me, future leaders of tomorrow. Through all selected in the Under 20 Victorian team Emily commenced a position as a maybe only those that have visited will the opportunities and support I received and won gold at the National Junior graduate lawyer at a commercial law fi rm When I get asked what I love so much really know what I mean, but I hope I’ve at school, I was able to walk into the Championships in both years. Bec is in Melbourne, specialising in medical about Africa, I know I cannot give a one- provided some insight. Those who live next chapter of life as a strong young currently playing for the Dandenong defence litigation. Over this period, she word answer, but here’s the reasons I love there are the same as us. My friends there female leader with recognition and many Rangers in the Women’s National maintained a strong interest in social it and the lessons I’ve learnt. There truly is are no diff erent to my friends in any other experiences that have enabled me to be Basketball League. justice - volunteering at the Asylum a lesson for everyone in Africa. part of the world, I value and cherish them. a dynamic force in the community that I Seeker Resource Centre; providing have become.” pro bono legal support to vulnerable I’m writing this to try and help others Yes, cultural shock may confront members of the community; volunteering understand what is so incredible about most people on arrival, but once you Savindhi’s goal is to continue to advocate Wendy Rainbird (Westcott, 1959) with an organisation committed to this region. I appreciate that we cannot understand the heart of Africa, you never for and represent a youth perspective in Over 150 delegates from 18 countries eliminating human labour exploitation compare the way we live to the way look back. It does have some sort of life various forums, to learn from elders, to arrived in Yogyakarta in September, to and, participating in Liberty Victoria’s African society live, yet we can aim to changing element to it. Savindhi Perera Jainudeen (2009) uphold traditions and to bridge the gap attend the International Council of Women Rights Advocacy Program, which involved understand and appreciate it. Born and raised in Melbourne, Savindhi between generations. (ICW) general assembly which was researching and preparing a report on has always strived to connect with and offi cially opened by Indonesian President, how to improve the criminal justice Cultural diff erence exists all over the world embrace her cultural heritage as a Sri Joko Wododo. system in Victoria. and it is not so complex in Africa, that Lankan Australian. we cannot understand it. It goes without Wendy Rainbird attended, being re- At the start of 2018, Emily commenced saying, that most people can appreciate “Through this journey I have been able elected as the ICW Environment Advisor a six-month internship with the United the needs of many who live in Africa and to encourage and empower fellow Sri for a further three years and giving the Nations, providing assistance to the the level of poverty that eff ects many of its Lankan and broader South Asian youth Environment Report to the delegates. Khmer Rouge Trials in Phnom Penh, people across the entire continent. to connect with, raise awareness and Cambodia. Upon completion of her represent their cultural heritage,” she says. The 35th ICW General Assembly was internship, she was hired as a Legal I witnessed children in a kindergarten for themed ‘Transforming society through Consultant to the United Nations. Her job underprivileged families, 3 and 4 years Savindhi is currently working as an women empowerment.’ The event involves working in the Trial Chamber, old, breaking up their own food and Economist for the Department of was held to commemorate the 130th alongside the judges and legal offi cers to passing it to those, whose family could Economic Development, Jobs, Transport anniversary of the ICW. prepare the judgment in the case against not provide for them that day. This stems and Resources where she recently two of the most senior leaders of the from understanding what it means to received an Achievement Award. Delegations from South Africa, Belgium, Khmer Rouge regime. Recently, the Trial not have anything, either from your own Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Switzerland and Chamber issued its summary judgement experience or that of people you are close She studied a Bachelor of Economics Indonesia, among others, gathered at the in this case, making fi ndings of genocide to. Generosity is a part of their human at Monash University, majoring in Grand Inna Malioboro Hotel to participate and crimes against humanity. spirit that consists of love, support, Economics and Politics and was awarded in the 35th general assembly of the ICW, encouragement and respect. an Ancora Imparo student leadership Rebecca Pizzey (2016) which falls under the United Nations. Kieran Medici (2017) scholarship. Savindhi went on to study a It was wonderful to welcome former The Rwandan genocide, against the Tutsi In September 2018, Kieran Medici Masters of Diplomacy and International student, Bec Pizzey back to CGGS as a saw at least one million people killed by embarked on her second journey to Trade and has been recognised as a guest speaker at the Celebration of Sport those they trusted, those they believed Cambodia with CGGS. After embracing young and emerging multicultural leader Dinner on Friday 7 October. would never hurt them or their children, the opportunity to travel on the fi rst in Victoria, after extensive work in the and those who were their neighbours. Cambodia Cultural Immersion Tour in Sri Lankan and South Asian community. Bec spoke to current students about Every day many Rwandans wake up 2016, Kieran knew she would return one She was recently appointed to the South her time at the Australian Institute of knowing that they won’t see their family day to reconnect with the good friends Asian Communities Ministerial Advisory Sport (AIS) and her life as a professional again, or to know that the killer of their she had made at the Green Gecko Project. Council, where she advises the Minister basketball player. She spoke about

52 Camberwell Girls Grammar School CAMLIFE / Summer 2018 53 Births Signifi cant Celebrating Birthdays

We wish to congratulate the following old grammarians on celebrating signifi cant 100 Years of birthdays in the second half of 2018.

Happy 80th Birthday Happy 86th Birthday Beverley Thyer, Jacqueline Milne, Jennifer Joan Chapman, Dawn Harvey, Educating Hamilton, Fay Powell OAM, Ann Baker, Faye Curnow and Jill Freake Mhairi Macleod and Elizabeth Cope Happy 87th Birthday Happy 81st Birthday Shirley Hiah and Margaret Collier Tomorrow’s Val Cath, Helen Jones, Jenny Lane, Elaine Small, Elaine Cohen, Pamela Happy 88th Birthday Dewar, Margaret Grouse, Meryl Loy and Joan Williams Laine Pearce Woman Freya Harewood (Summons, 2001) and Happy 89th Birthday husband Andrew, welcomed their second Happy 82nd Birthday Joyce Craig, Peggy Stirling and child, Thomas Malcolm Harewood on Merle Newell, June Taylor, Anita Tolley, Betty Wade Wednesday 21 November, a little brother Jill Barnes and Roma McCullough to Alice. Congratulations! Happy 90th Birthday Happy 83rd Birthday Maree Strapp, Joyce Haines and Valerie Von Lagoda, Jan Henderson, Eleanor Hancock Peggy Horner, Margaret MacDougall and Marilyn Gough Happy 93rd Birthday Vale Roma Drummond OAM Happy 84th Birthday Joyce ‘Dot’ Forrester (Chivers, 1938) Gwen McDonald, Joan Bisset, Happy 96th Birthday 2020 marks a major milestone for Camberwell Girls Grammar Celebrations scheduled to take place in 2020 include: Joyce sadly passed away on Sunday 23 Marion Mathieson and Lynda Kaye Enid Purser School - our 100th anniversary. September at the great age of 95. - A special welcome ceremony at the beginning of the Happy 85th Birthday Whilst our school has changed remarkably since 1920, we remain school year CGGS off ers our deepest sympathy to Pat Kerr, June Hillard, Jill Greeve, faithful to the inspiration and courage of our Founder, Rev Hubert the Forrester family. Sylvia Jones, Ruth Bird and Brooksbank, Vicar of St Mark’s Church Camberwell. - A Founders’ Day Service at St Paul’s Cathedral Patricia McGlashan This is refl ected in our commitment to our school motto, Utilis in - An event to celebrate our relationship with St Mark’s Church Ministerium and in our commitment to supporting young women in becoming equal partners in shaping lives, shaping society and - A Garden Party for old grammarians shaping the future. - Launch of the Centenary History Book During our Centenary year, we will honour our past, look forward to the future and celebrate many wonderful occasions with our - Launch of a new initiative to continue to celebrate the extensive CGGS community. ‘Inspiring Women of CGGS’

Top image: Enid (right) pictured There will be opportunities for everyone to connect with the - A Centenary Gala Celebration at Leonda with Roma school in this special year. Bottom image: - A special event to celebrate music and the performing arts 1937 Tennis Team - Enid (second from left) - A year-long project that refl ects our tradition and deep commitment to social justice and service learning

Enid Purser (Cox, 1937) commenced - Once we hid behind the piano in the hall - Launch of a building campaign for a key initiative at the school in 1935. She completed for one entire lesson and we were never an Intermediate Certifi cate and was the found or missed! recipient of a scholarship which enabled her to study at the school. - A not so favourable memory was in winter. The only heating we had was a single At the Sapphire Circle Lunch in October bar electric heater, which was positioned Enid delighted in sharing some memories towards the feet of the teacher. To warm Centenary Logo Design We are currently fi nalising event dates and Please contact: from her time at school in the 1930s: our frozen bodies, at recess, we would these will be published in 2019. Jane Harris The fi ve parallel lines which make up the run down to the main gate at Torrington Director of Advancement centenary logo represent the school’s - During Winter, we had to patrol the gate Street and back to the classroom. fi ve values: We welcome anyone who is interested to ensure that all girls were wearing their Integrity, Commitment, Respect, Hope in joining us to assist with the coordination 03 9811 8582 gloves before leaving the school grounds. - I loved playing tennis at the end of the and Courage. and planning of these activities. [email protected] day. I remember awaiting the appearance - We used to cough a lot. One of the girls of two boys from Scotch College to walk had a powder puff and she used to me home - it was the most enjoyable part blow the powder in our faces, causing of my day. uncontrollable coughing. A special friend that Enid still sees is Roma Drummond (Brunt, 1943).

54 Camberwell Girls Grammar School Samad Ahsan & Navira Samad Yuelun Fang & Qinhua Zhang Huadong Li & Wei Yang Barbara Richmond Weiping Wu & Feifen Xie Maryellen Abbott Wensui Feng & Huiling Peng Guohua Liang & Zhimei Chen Margaret Rudman Yang Wu & Xing Xing John & Reshma Akritidis Marcus Foo & Selina Chan Zhi Liang & Bihong Wang Alan & Maria Sandbach Youliang Xiang & Jiejing Huang Jason Ang & Ai Tay Rujiang Fu & Guizhen Li Ravin Vello & Suat Chng Lyndsay Saunders Haifeng Xie & Henan Feng Dean & Samantha Arnot Margaret Gamble Eddie Lim & Belinda Lee Robert Schmidt & Eva Park-Schmidt Lishi Wang & Yahong Huang Gaya Atapattu Jithari Palliyaguruge Jiawei Gan & Guijiang Li Donald Lin & Annabelle Li Carey & Genine Schumann Zhengguo Xu & Xuehua Huang Dennis & Nurijim Balamban John & Vicki Gazis Xiao Lin David Segal & Victoria Foletta Dean Xu & Yin Wang Paul & Silvia Balkin Richard Ge & Irene Zhang Xiang Lin & Hongyu Zhao Amir Shahverdi & Mahtab Minai Wanfang Ying & Hua Yan Jenny & Stephen Banitsiotis George Georges & Kathryn Locke Richard Lindsay & Erica Fletcher ZhongYang Shen & Ping Wang Xu Yang & Xiaoying Wu Karen Bartram John & Samantha Giannicos Hadi Lioe & Renlys Kong Jun Shen & Yi Yao Ding Yang & Jing Zhang Sam & Jenny Battaglia Gurlal & Lukhveer Gill Zhimin Liu & Xiaoqing Gu Min Shen & Aiping Sun Weiwu Yao & Guilin Li Shabeg & Anjum Bhatia Wee-Su & Annie Gong Huai Liu & Baohua Jia Peter Siaw & Thanh Ton Jian & Liwu Yi Daniel & Jennifer Bignold Anew & Jackie Graham Haishao & Monica Liu Dominic & Helen Silvestri Qi Yu & Miao Chen Rohan & Linda Black Jill Greeve Juncai & Yanqi Wang Nigel & Madeleine Simpson Tao & Limey Yu Douglas Black Stuart & Katherine Growse Alice Liu Patricia Singleton Minjie Yuan & Jinying Li Robert Brown & Meredith Spencer-Jones Ran Gu & Claire Wu Jiang Liu & Mu Liu-Chen Alexander & Neranja Sirimanne Fadi Zeitoune & Cindy Teoh Justin & Robina Brown Alex & Mina Gu Feng Liu & Haiyin Mai Nada Slakeski Changqing Zhan & Ziaoling Xie Rev Richard Bruce & Danielle Bruce Gang & Wei Gu Keng Low & Fang Dong Cory & Emma Smith James Zhang & Weina Hangfu - Ainslie Cameron Kai Guan & Hongfei Jia Qing Lu & Xiu Wu Matthew & Miriam Smith Australia Poly Philanthropic Foundation Melissa Campbell Ming Guan & Lin Zhou Jie Chen Jing Whye Sootoh & Pei Wong Zhe Zhang & Yannu Dong Hongwei Cao & Feifei Xia Xiao Guo & Ruifang Feng Xianyu Lu & Yunlan Wang Maree Strapp Jianhua Zhang & Henan Li Yingguang Cao & Meiju Tang Benjamin & Rhian Hall Yang Luo & Hui Wang Patrick & Melissa Stronell Kejun Zhang & Shuqin Wei Jianlin Cao & Yun Zhou Ruwan Haputhantrige & Sherine Ferndo Dejun Ma & Haixiao Huang Zuwane Sun & Qi Zhao Dongning Zhang & Jessie Cheng Roslyn Chaff ey Jane Harris Hongbing Ma & Naiqin Li Nagarjun & Neilima Surapaneni Xiaojian Zhang & Weina Huangfu Kah Chan & Connie Chong Dawn Harvey Qiang Ma & Jing Zhang David Sutton Luning Zhang & Ping Qin Derek Chan & Vivian Wong Sean & Serryn Hayes Julian Madeley & Lizi Zhang Sina & Seti Taghdir Jian Zhang & Jinghua Su Christopher & Francisca Chan Robert Herbert & Elizabeth Miller Melissa Madge Kiyong Tak & Youngsun Park Nuo Dang & Nannan Zhou Vincent Chang & Michelle Keng June Hillard Julian Maingard & Sarah Leong Cesar & Leah Tan Jane Zhou Chun Chang & Yan Ni Dean Holwill & Heather Masterman Xudong Mao & Jessica Hou Chi Tang & Sze Wong Ming Zhou & Lingling Nian John & Wendy Chao Michael Hoyle & Marie-Claire Putrino Michael & Michelle May Tony Tang & Yi Qin Jiasheng Zhu & Lin Gong Eugene & Katherine Cheah Gang Hu & Wuwei Wang Terence McAleenan & Soon Bok Lee Lee & Lisa Thomas Yongzhong Zhu & Yuhua Guo Yinhan Chen & Li Bi Albert Hu & Kristina Xia Darren & Ingrid McDonald Bradley Thorp & Roxanne Koa Xueyi Zhu & Xiaobai Feng Zhi Chen & Xiao Huang Eric & Annie Hu Michelle McDonald Prakash Thulasimani & Manopriya Prakash Jiongyi Zhu & Junyi Li Genlin Chen & Chunhua Jiang Pan Hu & Shanshan Li John & Teresa Mead Haris Tjioe & Qing Guo Baohua Zhu & Emma Zhou Wenhua Chen & Xuedong Wu Jun Huang & Lingling Sheng Minmin Miao & Rujuan Wang Stephen Tong Carol Peng Chen & Yingshu Zhang Yongshi Huang & Qiaoxin Li Vladimir Milovic & Sonja Milovic Raymond & Jean Tong Robert Chen Cu Huynh & Nga Ngo Leo Mirabella & Guangxia Chen Hamid Torktatari & Jie Chen & Yi Cao Jenni Ibrahim Sean & Stephanie Mulvahill Elham Saadatkhani Arjati Chen Chen & Xiaomei Gong Robert & Tania Iervasi Nimalan & Priya Nadarajah Peter Trimbos & Daphne Vogiagis Steven Chen & Michelle Su Irene Irvine Sakthi & Laxmi Navaneetharaja Manuel & Helen Tsirmiris Chun Cheng & Fei Fei Anthony & Jackson Beverley Reardon Vivienne Nemec Antony Tsjin & Luisa Yip Wing & Peta Cheung Rhys & Alexis Jewell Jamie Nemtsas & Melanie Alderton Peter & Eniko Turos Yong Choi & Jeong Lee Chaoyang Ji & Meilan Liu Peter & Jennifer Newnham Christopher Van de Velde & Michelle King Rohit Chopra & Harvinder Kaur Ruhua Jiang & Meifang Tan Geok Ng & Diana Lee Michael & Alison Van Der Arend Lawrence Chua & Soo Teong Hongzheng Jin & Huilan Wang Long Nguyen & Mai Pham George & Emily Varughese Kim Chua & Monique Hii Chris & Vanessa Johnson Lars Nielsen & Julie O’Brien Betty Wade Howe Chuang & Sharon Ewans Greg Kaan & Linsey Choong Christian O’Meara Patricia & John Walon Colin Chun & Serene Teo Ed Karim & Zainab Hamudi Ruari Orme & Melanie McCann Li Wan & Helen Yue Tsung Chung & Jenny Yim Dan & Belinda Kranjcic Nianjan Padmanathan & Sonali Paul HuiFeng Wang & Ming Du Marco & Michelle Cococcia Mansher Singh & Prabhjot Kaur Rajappan Padmavaty & Rekha Pushpa Qiang Wang & Junhan Liu Steven & Magdaline Collette Paul & Lidia Kerr Samuel & Mutti Page Tao Wang & Qingli Lu Erin Colwell Chris Killington & Virgina Maruff Enzo & Sonia Palma Lin Wang & Ziyan Song Mark Corrie Vince & Angelina Lagana Savva & Vicki Pandeli Yixin Yang & Chenlan Wang Mark & Anita Cossenas Liem Lam & Tracy Ly Sam & Sia Papadopoulos Tong Wang & Xiaofen Yan Stephen & Fiona Cowell Allan & Fiona Langley Sally Patten Yi & Vicky Wang Stephen Cuddon Tung Lau & Zhen Wang Colin Paulse & Jing Gu Wen Wang & Ying Zhang Qingqing Cui Vincent & Fiona Lau David Petrie & Jacqui O’Connell-Petrie Peng Wang & Nana Zhang Faye Curnow Stephen Lau & Jil Li Phong Pham Qing Wang & Chunmiao Zhang Changwei Dai & Shengyi Chen Franki Lau & Sharon Lim Chris Plummer & Kim Rees David & Luisa Watson Junshu Deng & Feng Qin Eric Law & Cheng Lu Christos & Danielle Polatsidis Robert & Jenni Webster We warmly acknowledge David Diep & Ban Mieu Paul Baulch & Kristen Leahy Tony Poon & Rose Tan Dehua Wei & Ruifen Chi Craig Dingle & Sungmi Kim Eric & Josephine Lee Ian & Cathy Poyser David & Nikita Weickhardt all members of our John & Deanna D’Rozario Morgan Lee & Doris Low Dominic Purcell Liuning Wen & YanYan Huang community who made Shaoshan Du & Wanting Wu Paul & Karin Lemanis Baoguo Qi & Juan Wang Phillip Wen & Yu Xiao a philanthropic gift to Debbie Dunwoody Anew Leung & Kuen Ng Xinfeng Qian & Bo Xu David & Helen Westerman Ben Edney & Michaela Smith Wenrong Li & Jie Chen Son Quach & Kim Tran Kanchana & Shalini Wickramasinghe Camberwell Girls Grammar Nicholas & Helena Ekins-Daukes Bing Li & Lidan Xie Soruban & Genevieve Rajakulenan Richard & Michelle Wilson School during 2018. All Roger & Joanne Ellingworth Bingze & Cong Li Janahan & Kiri Rajakulenan Fung Wong & Jingyi Ye Jun Fan & Yuanjing He Peng Li & Fangyi Dong Manaj & Marley Ranasinghe Zhiqiang Li & Changqin Wu gifts, no matter what size, Chen Fan & Lin Li Jimmy Li & Jenny Jiang Ian Raspin & Clare Wong Xu Wu & Hui Zhong are greatly appreciated. Victor Fan & Marley Wang Jie Li & Yu Liu Tim Rhodes & Patricia Stocca Jun Wu & Janice Wong

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