Eleven of our most dedicated Co-Curricular Music students participated in a wonderful event in the last weekend of October. They joined 500 other singers and an enormous orchestra to perform in Sydney's Town Hall.
The purpose of the performance was to raise much needed funds for Westmead Children's Hospital's Music Therapy program, which relies solely on donations. The event raised over $30,000 and one of the Music Therapists spoke on the evening to express how these funds will be used. Many patients are in hospital for long stays and often return many times each year. Music Therapy gives these children an opportunity to explore their creativity and often greatly improves their overall moods.
The students greatly enjoyed their performances and a highlight was a medley of songs by John Farnham. Here is the link to view some of this performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2tsq8_1waI&feature=youtu.be
Elizabeth Samyia - CAPA Teacher