Friends of Music Jazz Night
On Saturday 6 September, Tintern hosted the 22nd Annual Friends of Music Jazz Night. This event celebrates all the exceptionally talented jazz musicians who attend our school, as well as welcoming a professional jazz band to both play for and inspire our jazz musicians. This year we had the Intermediate Stage Band, Combo Blue, the Trigg Combo, Girls’ Chamber Choir, Concert Choir and Senior Stage Band all performing a variety of jazz music to an excellent standard.
We have such a vibrant community of musicians, from staff to students, and it is always an amazing experience sharing our love for music together. Jazz Night is an incredible opportunity to showcase the hard work that we put in week in and week out as jazz musicians.
To recognise the contribution the students have made to the jazz program over the years, The Ron Trigg Jazz Musician Award is awarded annually to a senior musician to recognise their skills in solo and ensemble playing and improvisation. This year, the award was given to Year 12 student Elisha Sze, who not long ago had also become Tintern’s first ever Generations in Jazz ‘super band’ member at the annual Generations in Jazz Festival in Mount Gambier. This is a wonderful recognition of the work that Elisha has put into her music for many years and her fellow students are inspired by her achievements throughout her time at Tintern.
Sebastian Humphrys
School Pianist 2025
Senior String Concert
Tintern Grammar’s Years 7–12 Strings Concert, held on Wednesday 10 September, was a wonderful celebration of musical talent. The evening provided string students with a valuable opportunity to develop stage presence, confidence, and performance skills, while sharing their music with an appreciative audience. Each performer displayed great attention to detail, creating a thoroughly enjoyable night for their peers, teachers, and families alike.
The concert featured a wide range of string instruments, including a harp trio and a few small cello ensembles. The warm, welcoming atmosphere allowed students to perform beyond their comfort zones, and every participant should feel proud of their achievements.
Many students were accompanied by the talented Mr Adrian Szondy, Mrs Alison Bezaire, and Mr Nils Hobiger, whose support was invaluable. The students extend their thanks for the time and effort they devoted to learning such a vast array of music alongside their own busy schedules.
Gratitude is also owed to all the strings teachers involved in this memorable occasion, for their ongoing dedication in tutoring and supporting the performers. A special thank you goes to our Head of Strings, Mr Tim Veldman and Mrs Chris Quigley, our Music Administrator, whose hard work and commitment made the evening possible.
Matilda Robson
Instrumental Captain 2025
VCE Music Performance Showcase
The VCE Music Performance class presented a fine showcase performance on Monday 15 September. The Unit 4 students were given this opportunity to run through their 20-minute examination recital program on stage for a friendly audience, which was a great opportunity to rehearse their program in preparation for their final performance examination in early November. The Unit 2 students each presented one piece from their solo assessment program. The staff, students and family members enjoyed these high calibre performances.
