For our budding musicians at St Raphael's Catholic School, the Music Industry Masterclass held last month offered students from Years 5 to 12 a rare opportunity to gain insights into professional performance, composition, and musicianship. With guidance from industry experts, students embraced this inspiring challenge with enthusiasm and dedication.
Renowned Australian guitarist Michael Dolce, with over 30 years of experience in the music industry and more than a decade as the house guitarist for The Voice Australia, led the masterclass. His expertise and passion for music brought a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to the students.
The day was structured into three dynamic sessions. In the Guitar Masterclass, students received hands-on coaching, refining their technical and creative skills under Dolce’s expert guidance. The Band Mentoring session provided performance-ready students with valuable insights into collaboration and stagecraft, and the result was a beautifully put together version of INXS’s Never Tear Us Apart. The Q&A session offered a behind-the-scenes look into live television production and the music industry.
Students eagerly engaged in each session, soaking up advice and encouragement from Dolce. "It was amazing to see how Michael approaches his music and to get advice on improving our own playing," said Briannah, (keyboardist) who took part in both the Band Mentoring and the Q&A sessions.
This unique experience not only deepened students' passion for music but also reflected the school’s commitment to fostering creativity and excellence. It also highlighted St Raph's Catholic values of striving for one’s best while sharing talents with the community and was a truly memorable opportunity for all involved.
