Impressive Music Performance at ABODA Festival

Our students presented an impressive music performance at the ABODA SA School Band and Orchestra Festival held at Westminster School in August 2025.

Emmaus' students showcased five ensembles, directed by our Music Department teachers Samantha Penny, Susie Pettitt, and Andrew Verco, competing against over 3000 students from nearly 40 schools in South Australia. It was the most significant festival, with 176 ensembles performing over four massive days!

Emmaus students proudly received two Gold Awards in Section 8 Junior String Ensemble and Section 9 Intermediate String Ensemble.

Additionally, our Emmaus ensembles wonthree Bronze Awards:

• Senior Chamber Ensemble in Section 10A Advanced String Ensemble.
• Concert Band in Section 3B Intermediate Concert Band PLUS.|
• Concert Band in Section 3B Intermediate Concert Band PLUS.|
  

Thanks to our college's Music Department staff for their dedication and passion for teaching and training our talented students.