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Sound of music hits Villanova

byStaff writers
28 August 2015
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Birthday: The Queensland Catholic Music Festival attracted 13,000 musicians to Villanova College.

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MUSIC took centre stage at Villanova College this month when they hosted premier music talent from across the state at the 25th Queensland Catholic Music Festival.

The festival is the largest of its kind in the Asia Pacific region, with more than 475 performances, featuring more than 13,000 musicians.

QCMF business development manager Gordon Hughes said the from August 13 -16 festival was a huge investment for the school and they relied heavily on volunteers to support the cause.

“We have 700 to 800 volunteers who fill a number of roles throughout the weekend, consisting of old boys of the college, current parents, past parents and members of the community,” he said.

“Villanova hosts the event and there is a small number of staff in management roles, but without the volunteers it would not be possible.”

Mr Hughes said the spirit of the event was the main drawcard for schools and musicians.

“We’re not here to compete but rather to perform, from which performances will be given individual adjudicator feedback,” he said.

The festival features performances from choirs, string orchestras, symphony orchestras, concert bands, percussion bands and contemporary ensembles.

“As far as music education goes in Queensland Catholic schools, we have something for everyone,” he said.

Villanova senior Josh Beausang said for student musicians the festival provided a rare opportunity for music to take centre stage.

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“Unlike sport where there are games every weekend QCMF only happens once a year, it’s music’s chance to shine,” he said.

Mr Beausang has been involved in the festival each year from Year 8 and is appreciative of the work done by volunteers and the school to continue to grow the event.

“The standard of music at Villa is very high and we’re supported by a fantastic music department, in my time as a student the event has always been established, this year with the 25th year celebration it’s massive,” he said.

Villanova College intends to continue to host the QCMF annually, continually looking to maximise the growth of music education.

– Isaac Murphy

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