State Honours Ensemble Program

Each year, Griffith University runs a State Honours Ensemble Program for students who are outstanding on their musical instrument. The competition to be involved in this program is fierce, with senior students from all over Queensland contending for limited places. This year, two Year 9 Students, Charles Box and Lachlan Eden, were fortunate to be selected for this program, which ran during the school holidays. Playing under the baton of Brian Balmages, an acclaimed conductor and composer from the United States of America, they undertook a gruelling schedule of rehearsals that culminated in a showcase concert at the iconic Brisbane Conservatorium of Music theatre.

Although challenging, both Charles and Lachlan relished the opportunity to play with other musicians of such a high calibre in an experience that will help shape their future musical endeavours. Congratulations to Charles and Lachlan!