Above: 'Sirocco'      From left: Andrew, Paul and Peter

On June 22nd, a group from Musica Viva Australia called "Sirocco" visited our school.

"Sirocco" is a unique ensemble that performs a diverse range of music in a very vibrant and passionate manner. Our students were enthralled by the variety and flair of the three talented musicians.

Meet the Group

Andrew de Teliga - strings and composition
Andrew is the main composer for Sirocco. His background is in rhythm and blues guitar. As well as performing in a wide variety of rock bands, Andrew learned the classical violin. From a classical repertoire Andrew turned to the Irish fiddle and to the music of the different ethnic groups in Australia. His inspired compositions have been used around the world.

Paul Jarman - keyboard and woodwind
Paul began his career in music at the age of four learning the piano. At high school, Paul took up the bass clarinet and saxophone. He started playing fusion jazz at school and quickly became an expert session musician. After studying the saxophone at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, he performed in a variety of styles including reggae, rock, soul, funk and jazz groups.

Peter Jacob - percussion
After teaching for 3 year in primary schools, Peter studied for a Bachelor of Music at the Sydney Conservatorium. Peter then worked extensively with the Sydney, Tasmanian and W.A. Symphony Orchestras and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Peter has put together a unique percussion rig for Sirocco, including : tupan, darrabukka,  water drum, Irish Bodhran and Indonesian gongs.