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2012

ADRIENNE GILL ART EXHIBITION - Opening on Saturday 31st of March 2012

Sixty-odd guests made for a well-attended, opening. Adrienne's work is a mixture of vibrant abstract paintings and detailed two dimensional tango-dancer figures.

Russell Jeavons of Willunga High St Pizza House fame opened proceedings with a fine piece of oratory.

The exhibition continues until April 28th.

Chairman Carolyn makes

opening speech

Adrienne with fellow artist Anne Kidman and

Russell Jeavons

Trevor Beneke with Carolyn and exhibition

organiser Camille Maple

Adrienne and Russell

Anne, Adrienne, Russell, Carolyn

Richard and Pam, Adrienne and

husband Andrew

Friend with Adrienne

Little chap with Adrienne

2012 AGM

The AGM was well-attended, some twenty people being present.

Proceedings started with a talk by Veronica Aldridge of Musica Viva, in which she outlined the work that MV does, aided by a visual presentation. See below for a precis of Veronica's address. She is asking STARS to support the organisation by funding a low-advantaged school in our area, in order for the students to be able to participate in a Musica Viva program.

Following this, Greg John, music director at Tatachilla College, gave another visual presentation, in which he outlined a Very Big Idea for our area, namely the development of a concert hall. Greg noted that there is already an organ available, thanks to the efforts of the sainted Greg Trott several years ago. This idea was greeted with great enthusiasm and STARS will debate ways in which we can offer support.

The formal part of the meeting was then conducted, with Chair and Treasurer's report being presented and accepted then election of the new committee. There were no surprises. Following the conclusion of the meeting the new committee retired to elect officers, in the accepted manner.

The 2012 committee is as follows: Carolyn Colling Chair, Elizabeth Boydell Vice Chair, Trevor Beneke Treasurer, Peter Elder Secretary and Assistant Treasurer, Tess Driver, Camille Maple, Nancy Weisbrodt, Wayne Anthoney, Anne Lawson.

PRECIS OF PRESENTATION BY VERONICA ALDRIDGE

There are many schools who do not have the funds to have music in their schools and it is our aim to provide music to as many of these schools and students as we can, through the Musica Viva In Schools comprehensive Music Program. This Program is not only for the students, but also for the teachers. The Professional Development session is for the teachers who will be teaching the music, and this enthuses and enriches the teachers' approach to the program, and to music in general. There is therefore a flow on effect in the form of organising a school music group or band which is a permanent part of the school.

The cost of the entire program (i.e. the Professional Development session for teachers with live band in attendance, booklet of prepared lessons, interactive whiteboard resources, and live music concert for 400 students in the School Hall) is $1500.

We match a school to a donor, so you do in fact "adopt-a-school". When the date for the end of program concert has been established, we invite our donors to attend the concert as VIPs. Any advertising banners and logos can be displayed in the Hall, and on the program. It is a very satisfying experience and I would recommend it to interested music lovers.

I will be writing a newsletter next month, and so will keep you informed of our progress and plans for the future.

We can make a difference!!!! - it is all about the music!

We would be most appreciative of STARS' support to a low advantaged school.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any queries or questions in this regard.

Veronica Aldridge

FEBRUARY PROGRAM LAUNCH

STARS launched the 2012 programme entitled "Its Showtime" on Sunday February 5 where a large audience heard Barbara George, CEO of Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, highlight the main events for the year and then were entertained by local group Dance Xtreme and mezzo soprano Catriona Barr.

STARS committee is looking forward to an entertaining year and the Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 13 March at 6.30 pm. Musica Viva school programme director Veronica Aldridge will be the guest speaker and STARS invites interested parties and members to attend.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE YEAR'S PROGRAM

Co-Opera company will present Cosi Fan Tutte on Sunday March 18 and bookings are filling for this annual event. The first art exhibition for the year will be held on Saturday 31 March at 6.30 pm to be opened by local identity Russell Jeavons. The artists are Adrienne Gill with Annie Kidman and the tango-inspired paintings will be entitled "An Intimate Space". Adrienne and her husband are Tango Dance teachers and the exhibition will be included in the Tango Festival to be held in the local area with performances in McLaren Vale and a milonga (tango dance party) at Waverley Homestead during the exhibition.

For further details of STARS events and to book call 83238386 during office hours.

Some unforgettable images from the launch......