Whitsunday Anglican School proudly played host to internationally acclaimed jazz great James Morrison recently.
Four of the School ensembles were excited to share the stage with The James Morrison Quartet at the Friday August 4 concert under the stars at the school.
Brass students from years 5 to 12 also enjoyed a special workshop with James Morrison before taking to the stage later that night.
Principal Andrew Wheaton spoke with enthusiasm about bringing a music legend to Mackay, and for his students to experience this opportunity.
“We are excited to have one of the world’s foremost jazz musicians inspire our young musicians,” Mr Wheaton said.
“Music is such a gift and James’ passionate stories shared this love through his teachings, and down to earth nature that encourages a lifelong love of music.”
A significant lynchpin of the event’s success was Head of Arts Faculty Mrs Kate Van Nunen who was instrumental in bringing the one-night concert and student workshops to fruition.
“At Whitsunday Anglican School we understand the importance of music in a child’s development and the neurological pathways learning an instrument opens,” Mrs Van Nunen
“To have the brilliant James Morrison at Whitsunday Anglican School is a career highlight for me personally and I’m sure will be imprinted on our young students forever.”
At the James Morrison Quartet jazz under the Stars concert, the talented Whitsunday Anglican School ensembles were proud supporting acts.
Students from years 5-7 were surprised when James Morrison snuck into the Trombone section in their second song.
The Whitsunday Winds and Senior Concert Band performed beautifully; the power of 60-plus members stunning the audience with their confidence and talent.
Off the back of their recent Gold at the CQUniversity Students Jazz Festival, the Whitsunday Anglican School Big Band then hit the stage with five polished pieces.
Students were ready to hold their own in the first piece with outstanding solo performances from Year 11 students Harrison Rourke (Baritone Saxophone) and Marley Clear (Trumpet).
James Morrison joined the students for the remaining songs, raising the energy to new heights, before playing with his renowned Quartet to the joy of the packed 700-plus crowd.
Jazz icon James Morrison joined Whitsunday Anglican School students onstage before performing with his renowned quartet. Photos supplied
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