Brisbane State High School has a thriving Vocal Ensembles program which enables students to participate in singing and enjoy musical interaction with other students.
Our ensembles rehearse once a week and perform at competitions, eisteddfods, Creative Generation as well as school events, including Vocal Soiree, Student Leaders’ Induction Ceremony, ANZAC Day Commemorative Ceremony, Foundation Day and Year 12 Graduation. In addition, students are encouraged to participate in our annual Vocal Soiree as soloists and in small vocal ensembles. Vocal Ensembles students enjoy participating in these ensembles and this enhances their musical skills as well.
For more information about our Vocal Ensembles program, download the Vocal Ensembles Handbook (PDF, 242KB).
From time to time, the type and number of ensembles may vary. The current structure is as follows:
- Girls Show Choir
Year 7 – 12 girls vocal ensemble - Bellissima
Year 7 – 12 experienced girls vocal ensemble - Ragazzi
Year 7 – 12 boys vocal ensemble - Chorale
Experienced mixed boys and girls vocal ensemble. This is a balanced group of selected senior vocalists who perform more advanced, 4-part vocal repertoire.
Rehearsal schedule
Bellissima
7:15am – 8:30am
PAC Auditorium | Chorale
7:30am – 8:30am
PAC Auditorium | Girls Show Choir
7:15am – 8:30am
PAC Auditorium |
| | Ragazzi
3:00pm – 4:15pm
PAC Auditorium |
Team App
We are using a smartphone app to facilitate easier communication between staff, students and parents. Team App is designed for use on smartphones (android and iPhone), iPads and iPods, and can also be viewed online. It is free to download and does not incur a membership fee. Team App keeps member contact details private and students cannot communicate with each other through the app.
To download, go to Team App:
- Sign-up using your name, date of birth and email address. You'll be sent an email to confirm your registration.
- Search for BSHS Vocal Ensembles and request access to the group students, teachers, or parents (whichever applies to you), and any relevant ensembles.
- Once your request is approved you will be able to see news and upcoming Vocal Ensembles events.
Events
Friday 29 Janurary
| Vocal Ensemble Information Session | Interested students
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| Friday 29 Janruary | Bellissima Rehearsal for Leadership and Learning Ceremony | 2020 Belissima members |
| Wednesday 3 February | Vocal Auditions due in Showbie | |
| Wednesday 3 February | Bellissima Rehearsal for Leadership and Learning Ceremony | 2020 Bellissima members |
| Monday 8 February | Leadership and Learning Ceremony | 2020 Bellissima members |
| Friday 26 - Saturday 27 February | Sing Camp | All vocal ensembles |
| Monday 8 March | International Women's Day Breakfast | Bellissima |
| Friday 23 April | ANZAC Day Assemblies | All vocal ensembles |
| Tuesday 27 April | Choral Fanfare Recording | All vocal ensembles |
| Tuesday 15 June | Choral Fanfare Regional Finals | Bellissima |
| Saturday 31 July | State High Day | Bellissima
Girls Show Choir |
| Monday 19 July | Foundation Day and Legend Induction | TBA |
| Monday 16 August | Chorale Fanfare State Finals | Successful vocal ensembles |
| TBA | Centenary Rehearsals | All vocal ensembles |
| Friday 17 - Saturday 18 September | State High Centenary Showcase | All vocal ensembles |
| Sunday 17 October | Soiree and Vocal Ensembles Celebration | All vocal ensembles |
| Friday 19 November | Year 12 Graduation Ceremony | Massed choir |
| Friday 26 November | Junior Graduation | TBA |
| TBA | Orientation Day | TBA |
Contact
Contact the Master in Charge if you would like to participate in Vocal Ensembles.