The Ensemble Choir from St Gregory’s Primary School, Queanbeyan, performed at the Good Folk National Folk Festival. Conducted by music teacher, Dee McFaul and Year 1 teacher, Anna van Aaken, the ensemble sang three folk songs, ‘Miaou’, ‘Bim Bom’ and ‘One Voice’.

The choir also accompanied Alan Hood, author of ‘Here Comes Brumby Jack’, his wife Annette and the Paverty Bush Band on stage to sing the well known song. Alan and Annette were honoured at the festival with a Lifetime Achievement Award for their commitment and contribution to Australian folk music and education.

The students learnt the musical pieces during four rehearsals held at school. They also had one rehearsal with the band prior to the performance. They were thrilled to have the opportunity to perform in the Bicentennial Hall and were given a tour of the green rooms and audio/lighting areas.

The two-day festival featured 22 concerts spread throughout a number of different venues in Queanbeyan including, The Q, Bicentennial Hall and the historic Royal Hotel.

“I could not be prouder of our students,” said Dee McFaul. “They handled a professional performance calmly and with great respect at all times. This was a highlight of my teaching career at St Gregory’s as music director.”