For the first time in a number of years, MAGS returned to compete at the prestigious high school choral competition, the Big Sing, held at the Auckland Town Hall on Monday and Tuesday, 12-13 June.
Four MAGS choirs took the stage over two days, under the guidance of Choir Director Mr Christian Malietoa-Brown. A dress rehearsal in the FW Gamble Hall on Saturday, 10 June, was well attended by families, staff and student supporters. Each choir performed three items, and among all the pieces was a mix of classical songs, a Samoan hymn and a Maori action song. Schools from across Auckland take part in the Big Sing. Our top choir, Ad Augusta, was invited to also perform at the Gala Concert on Tuesday night.
Headmaster Mr Patrick Drumm said it was remarkable how far the choirs had come in only nine months since they were established. “This committed group of students is laying the strongest foundation for building our choral programme into the future.”
Mr Drumm thanked Mr Malietoa-Brown, and teachers in charge Ms Sarah Hayes and Ms Jordan Stanley, for their commitment in returning MAGS to the Big Sing stage.