Music Examination Success

The Bacchus Marsh Grammar Music Department is delighted to congratulate the following students who have completed their 2025 AMEB and Trinity music examinations. This is a wonderful achievement that reflects each student’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to their musical journey. We are incredibly pleased with their efforts and look forward to seeing them continue to grow as musicians.

2025 Maddingley Students

Tiana K 2D
Ivaan V 3C
Ivy C 3D
Tanzeela A 4A
Sanaya S 4C
Yathaarth S 4F
Charlotte M 5A
Gabriel L 5B
Maci C 5C
Avyan M 5C
Emerson P 5C
Yenalee B 5D
Hamza Q 5D
Abeeha F 6A
Saanvi S 6A
Jason L 6B
Tamara M 6C
Noah J 7B
Aaryan R 7B
Mikael S 7B
Juliet C 7G
Amber M 7G
Audrey N 8D
Faith L 9D
Elizabeth T 9E
Eva Marie B 10B
Anna S 11B
Noah C 11C
Chloe L 11F
Parnika M 11F

2025 Woodlea Students

Adeira N 3WB
Azura B 4WB
Keshmirah G 4WE
Gabriel A 5WA
Jasmine J 5WB
Ruby A 6WA
Kaiden H 6WA
Parini M 6WA
Inaya B 6WB
Shanuki K 6WD
Akshara K 7WA
Ambarish R 7WA
Peyton C 7WD
Aneli P 7WF
Sehraj S 8WA
Mackenzie S 8WB
Felicity A 9WC
Surya S 10WA
Ipshita D 10WD
Alezis S 11WB

Aaron Marshall – Head of Music (Maddingley)
Suzanne Kinsella – Head of Music (Woodlea)

Maddingley

Student Achievement: Micah’s Upcoming Radio Performance

Since the age of ten, Micah has garnered numerous accolades at both local and national levels, consistently securing first place in multiple categories at the Geelong and Bendigo Eisteddfods, and earning the title of National Champion at the 2025 Oz School Instrumental Championships.

A dedicated and accomplished pianist, he has presented recitals at notable venues including the Clocktower Centre, the Capital Theatre, and the Ian Potter Southbank Centre. Later this year, he will also compete in the Australian Youth Classical Music Competition, performing alongside some of the nation’s leading emerging musicians. Micah remains committed to sharing his music widely and aspires to continue his artistic development on an international scale.

Most recently, Micah has been invited to perform live-to-air on 3MBS 103.5FM Melbourne as part of The Talent program.

About 3MBS and The Talent
3MBS 103.5FM is a Melbourne-based radio station dedicated to broadcasting classical, jazz, and fine music, while actively supporting local musicians and the wider arts community.

The Talent is a live-to-air program that showcases young, emerging musicians from across Australia, offering performance experience and feedback from respected industry mentors. The program also features an Audience Choice Award which is open to the public — so your vote can make a difference!

Broadcast Details
Date: 14 April Time: 7:00–8:00pm Listen live by clicking here

Listeners are also invited to take part in the Audience Prize voting during the season by clicking here

We congratulate Micah on this significant opportunity and encourage the Bacchus Marsh Grammar community to tune in and show their support.

Aaron Marshall – Head of Music (Maddingley)

Woodlea

Term 1 Junior School Music

It has been a vibrant and exciting start to the year in the Music room at Woodlea. Students have settled in beautifully and embraced a range of engaging musical experiences. A highlight this term has been the introduction of new classroom instruments including ukuleles, xylophones and metallophones which have brought fresh energy and enthusiasm to the Year 3 and 4 program.

Prep students have enjoyed their introduction to the Music room, exploring a variety of instruments while developing an understanding of beat and rhythm. They have participated in singing activities and begun building confidence in responding to music through movement and sound.

In Year 1, students have continued to build on these foundations, further developing their sense of beat and rhythm through more structured activities. They have explored a wider range of instruments and extended their singing skills, showing their growth in confidence and control.

Year 2 students have had an exciting introduction to the violin this term. They have explored the different parts of the instrument, learned how to hold it correctly and begun producing sound using the bow. Students have focused on developing good posture and control, building confidence as they begin their journey on a string instrument.

Year 3 students have been developing their music theory knowledge alongside practical learning experiences. They have engaged in listening activities, explored musical elements and begun applying their understanding through playing instruments such as the ukulele, xylophones, metallophones and classroom percussion.

In Year 4, students have extended these skills at a more advanced level, deepening their understanding of music theory and listening analysis. They have demonstrated increasing independence in their instrumental work and continue to refine their performance skills across a range of classroom instruments.

Alison Thompson – Teacher

Middle School Assembly Music Highlights

On Monday 23 March, our final Middle School Assembly for Term 1 was filled with wonderful music and vibrant student talent.

Trisha P opened the performances with a poised and expressive rendition of Theme by Fritz Spindler, a piece she is currently preparing for examination. Her ability to perform confidently in two parts showed maturity well beyond her years.

Sophie P then lifted the energy in the room with her spirited performance of Bon Jovi’s It’s My Life. She delivered a driving interpretation of this piece, demonstrating impressive growth in her timing and confidently tackling drum fills with flair.

As we look ahead to Music Week in Term 2, it is inspiring to see our young musicians stepping onto the stage with courage, enthusiasm and a willingness to share their sound. Their performances encourage others to dream big and embrace the joy of making music.

Suzanne Kinsella – Head of Music (Woodlea)