Just before the holidays, the Musical AG from Years 3 to 6 brought the beloved musical “Der kleine Tag” by Rolf Zuckowski to life on stage – and delivered a truly remarkable performance.
The students showed their musical skill, and remarkable talent, bringing the touching story of “Der kleine Tag” to life and captivating the audience of fellow students, teachers and guests from neighbouring schools.
The production was expertly guided by Janine Boubbov, whose passion and dedication shone through every scene. Special thanks also go to Valerie and Juri for their outstanding musical direction and steadfast support.
Congratulations to everyone involved – both on stage and behind the scenes – for creating such a memorable and inspiring theatrical experience!
der kleine tag - musical ag shows off their talent
Kurz vor den Ferien brachte die Musical-AG der Klassen 3 bis 6 das beliebte Musical „Der kleine Tag“ von Rolf Zuckowski auf die Bühne – und begeisterte das Publikum mit einer eindrucksvollen Aufführung.
Mit musikalischem Können und großem Talent erweckten die Schülerinnen die berührende Geschichte von „Der kleine Tag“ zum Leben und fesselten das Publikum aus Mitschülerinnen, Lehrkräften und Gästen benachbarter Schulen.
Unter der fachkundigen Leitung von Janine Boubbov entstand eine Darbietung, die lange in Erinnerung bleiben wird. Ein besonderer Dank gilt auch Valerie und Juri für ihre inspirierende musikalische Begleitung und tatkräftige Unterstützung.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch an alle Beteiligten – auf und hinter der Bühne – für dieses unvergessliche und inspirierende Theatererlebnis!
der kleine tag - musical ag zeigt ihr talent
In Term 2, our Drawing and Painting group explored a variety of techniques and materials.
We began with a detailed pencil drawing of a lion’s head, which students could then colour in. Next, we experimented with watercolours, creating vibrant paintings of sunflowers and watermelons while learning how to blend colours and control the water flow.
For our final piece, students worked with acrylic paints — some capturing the motion of a wave, while others painted the gentle charm of a koala.
drawing and painting AG
drawing and painting AG
Im zweiten Term hat unsere Zeichnungs- und Malgruppe verschiedene Techniken und Materialien ausprobiert.
Wir begannen mit einer detaillierten Bleistiftzeichnung eines Löwenkopfes, den die SchülerInnen anschließend ausmalen konnten. Danach experimentierten wir mit Wasserfarben und schufen lebendige Gemälde von Sonnenblumen und Wassermelonen. Dabei lernten wir, wie man Farben mischt und den Wasserfluss kontrolliert.
Für unser Abschlusswerk arbeiteten die SchülerInnen mit Acrylfarben. Einige hielten die Bewegung einer Welle fest, andere malten den bezaubernden Charme eines Koalas.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A Formula 1 racing driver? An astronaut? A tennis player? Last Monday (11.08.), the kindergarten students celebrated "100 days of kindy".
This day was a small milestone for the kids, as they celebrated their 100th day of kindergarten with games, activities about future aspirations, and little treats. For this special event, the children were allowed to dress up as what they want to become when they grow up.
The class teachers Mrs Da Silva and Frau Thelen also dressed up. What do they want to become? Preferably old and wise!
100 days of kindergarten
Was möchtest du einmal werden, wenn du groß bist? Ein Formel-1-Rennfahrer? Eine Astronautin? Eine Tennisspielerin? Am vergangenen Montag (11.08.) haben die Schülerinnern und Schüler der Kindergarten Klasse "100 days of kindy" gefeiert.
Dieser Tag war für die Kids ein kleiner Meilenstein, da sie ihren 100. Tag im Kindergarten gebührend mit gemeinsamen Spielen und Aktivitäten zu Zukunftsvorstellungen sowie kleinen Naschereien zelebrierten. Für dieses besondere Event durften sich die Kinder als das verkleiden, was sie später einmal werden möchten, wenn sie groß sind.
Auch die Klassenlehrerinnen Mrs Da Silva und Frau Thelen haben sich verkleidet. Was sie einmal werden möchten? Am liebsten alt und weise!
100 tage kindergarten
In an unforgettable finale to Semester 1, all 110 students from Years 3-6 embarked on an extraordinary musical adventure to one of the world's most iconic venues – the Sydney Opera House – during the final week of term.
The concert program featured two beloved classics: Benjamin Britten's A Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra and Leonard Bernstein's West Side Story Symphonic Dances. Through these works, our students discovered the diverse instruments of the orchestra and explored different musical genres.
Students were captivated by the architectural brilliance of the Sydney Opera House and the magnificent concert hall, filled with our enthusiastic young audience, provided the perfect backdrop for this educational experience.
a musical journey at the sydney opera house
The concert proved to be remarkably vibrant and engaging – so much so that several students expressed genuine surprise when it was finished! Many commented that they never imagined a classical music concert could feel so brief and captivating. This response perfectly demonstrates how live orchestral music can capture young imaginations and challenge preconceptions about classical performance.
Looking ahead, our younger students from Years 1 and 2 are eagerly anticipating their own Sydney Symphony experience on August 22nd, when they'll enjoy Peter and the Wolf. We're confident this upcoming excursion will be equally inspiring and educational for our Stage 1 students.
These orchestral excursions continue to be invaluable in broadening our students' musical horizons and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.
On Sunday 3rd August, our dedicated Senior Choir students gathered for their annual Sunday morning rehearsal – a cherished tradition that combines hard work with community spirit. Armed with brunch and boundless enthusiasm, our talented musicians spent the morning working intensively with Mrs Boubbov and our skilled pianist, Ms Valerie.
The rehearsal focused on preparations for the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival, which will be held at the iconic Sydney Town Hall on Tuesday 9th September. Our GISS Senior Choir will represent our school alongside eight other schools in this celebrated event. The students are preparing not only to perform as our school choir but also to join their voices with a massed choir of over 300 students – a truly breathtaking musical experience.
Adding to the excitement, several of our talented instrumentalists are also preparing to participate in the festival's combined orchestra of 100 musicians. Under the direction of our very own Mrs Boubbov, who will be conducting on the night, these students will contribute to what promises to be an unforgettable evening of musical excellence.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to volunteer parent supervisor Simone Schell, who generously gave her time to help us out on rehearsal day, and to all the parents who sacrificed their Sunday morning sleep-in to ensure their children could participate in this valuable musical opportunity. As 9th September approaches, we wish our GISS Senior Choir and instrumentalists a wonderful evening of music making at the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival. We know they will represent our school with pride and create wonderful memories that will resonate long after the final note.
Tickets for this unforgettable concert are available here.
Sunday Morning Music Magic: Senior Choir Prepares for IPSHA Festival
