Shaping Tomorrow, Together in Faith: Northern Beaches Precinct Unites Through Music
As Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB) boldly redefines education through its visionary five-year strategy Shaping Tomorrow, Together in Faith, the Northern Beaches Catholic School Precinct is already bringing this transformation to life with music, collaboration and community spirit.
On Friday 12 September, our college proudly hosted the Northern Beaches Catholic School Precinct Primary School Band Day 2025, a joyful celebration of learning, creativity and connection. This inspiring event brought together students from seven local Catholic primary schools and one Catholic secondary school – St Joseph’s, Maria Regina, St Martin’s, St Rose, Our Lady of Good Counsel, Sacred Heart and Mater Maria – for a day of musical exploration and shared purpose.
The day began with a performance from our Mater Maria Concert Band, modelling their skill and expertise at a high school level, setting the tone for a collaborative workshop where students of all skill levels, from beginners to more experienced players, came together as a mass band. Guided by our senior students, primary musicians participated in sectional tutorials, rehearsals and a final concert for families that showcased each school’s unique contribution and the power of unity through music.
The repertoire was chosen to suit a range of skill levels. Highlights included:
- Twin Echoes – an easy ensemble piece using just five notes
- Oompah Loompa – from the classic films Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory which is an extension piece for more advanced students
- Lionheart – a bold and dramatic finale
This event exemplifies the heart of CSBB’s strategy: creating seamless K-12 pathways, working collaboratively with local precincts, and nurturing faith-filled, future-ready learners. By working closely with our feeder primary schools, we are building a vibrant educational ecosystem where students thrive from their earliest years through to post-school life.
As part of the Northern Beaches precinct, our college is actively contributing to the Diocese’s broader transformation: one that includes expanded educational pathways, modernised facilities and a renewed commitment to walking alongside families in faith and learning.
Director of Schools Danny Casey said it best: “We remain deeply committed to providing every child with an education that is rich in faith, filled with joy, and focused on helping them become the very best they can be.”
The Band Day was more than a musical event – it was a living example of Shaping Tomorrow, Together in Faith in action. Together, we are building an extraordinary future.
