ENSEMBLES 2024

Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School Choir

Founded in 1920 in Melbourne, Australia, Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School is an inclusive school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, committed to excellence for all. The musical culture at Lowther Hall is steeped in tradition, renowned for its excellence, and firmly established. Girls actively engage in various musical activities, including classroom music, co-curricular programs, private music tuition, as well as instrumental and choral programs. Singing together is an integral part of daily life at Lowther Hall. The Choral Program holds a significant place within the School, with a long and proud history of delivering high-quality performances within and beyond the school community. Through a diverse range of choirs integrated into both the curriculum and co-curricular programs, all girls are encouraged to participate and develop a lifelong love for music and singing. The Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School Choir comprises of students aged 13 to 18, many of whom are also proficient performers on other instruments. The choir regularly presents captivating performances at a variety of concerts and events, including the highly anticipated Evening of Song and Annual Music Concert held at the esteemed Melbourne Recital Centre. A number of participants in the Choir are also choristers in the Girls' Voices of the Cathedral Choir, the first ever girls-only cathedral choir in the Southern Hemisphere, who perform in weekly Services at St Paul’s Cathedral in Melbourne. In addition, the choir actively participates in Eisteddfods, Masterclasses, and Workshops, and frequently performs at formal assemblies and events within the school. The choir members have even had the privilege of embarking on international music tours. Notably, in 2017, they travelled to Los Angeles, Toronto, and New York, culminating in a stunning performance at Carnegie Hall. This year, the choir is thrilled to embark on their 2024 European Tour, where they will travel and perform in London, Salzburg, and Vienna, expanding their horizons and showcasing their talents on the international stage.

Joanne Carroll

Conductor

Joanne Carroll is the Head of Choral and Voice at Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia. She is a mezzo-soprano who holds a Bachelor of Music (Performance Honours) and a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Melbourne, as well as an Associate Diploma of Opera from the Victorian College of the Arts. Joanne has an extensive performance background and has appeared in numerous productions with Opera Australia, Victorian State Opera, and Victorian Opera. She has also been featured as a soloist in various concerts and events, including a notable performance as a finalist in the national competition ABC Quest, where she performed as a soloist with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Throughout her career, Joanne has received multiple prestigious music scholarships and awards from various musical societies and eisteddfods. During her time at university, she studied both pianoforte and voice. As a choral conductor and vocal teacher, Joanne has been able to fulfill her passion for educating young people, helping them develop a strong musical foundation and nurturing their love for singing and performing. She has worked with students of all ages, both at the university level and in schools, and she currently oversees a vibrant vocal and choral program at Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School. Joanne finds great joy in working with young singers and choirs, and her career has provided her with numerous opportunities to participate in diverse choral events, resulting in captivating performances. Her ultimate goal is to share her love of singing and guide the next generation of singers in pursuing their musical aspirations.

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