Fine Arts https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:40:50 +0900 Joomla! - Open Source Content Management en-gb Showcasing Talent and Versatility: A Mesmerizing Violin Concert by Ms. Christina Foster https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/showcasing-talent-and-versatility-a-mesmerizing-violin-concert-by-ms-christina-foster https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/showcasing-talent-and-versatility-a-mesmerizing-violin-concert-by-ms-christina-foster At the start of this month, students in Middle School and upper Elementary School were treated to a sensational performance by one of Saint Maur's Music teachers, Christina Foster. This event was part of our Concert & Lecture series and featured a wide variety of violin music in a huge range of contrasting styles.

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Fine Arts Wed, 22 May 2024 09:54:17 +0900
Historic Success: Saint Maur Hosts First KPASS Dance Festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/historic-success-saint-maur-hosts-first-kpass-dance-festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/historic-success-saint-maur-hosts-first-kpass-dance-festival Last weekend, Saint Maur proudly hosted the inaugural KPASS Dance Festival. We welcomed approximately 100 students from seven international schools in Yokohama and Tokyo, including The American School in Japan, Aoba Japan International School, International School of Sacred Heart, Malvern College Tokyo and Seisen.

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Fine Arts Mon, 20 May 2024 14:40:38 +0900
Tokyo College of Music Jazz Concert Collaboration https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/tokyo-college-of-music-jazz-concert-collaboration https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/tokyo-college-of-music-jazz-concert-collaboration Before the Spring vacation, Saint Maur was delighted to once again host a joint Jazz Big Band Concert with Tokyo College of Music. This is the third time that the jazz ensembles have collaborated and once again students learnt a great deal from this inspiring experience.

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Fine Arts Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:07:36 +0900
A Night to Remember: Middle School Drama Production Shines Bright https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/a-night-to-remember-middle-school-drama-production-shines-bright https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/a-night-to-remember-middle-school-drama-production-shines-bright We are excited to share a glimpse into the vibrant and creative world of our Middle School as we recap the spectacular drama play that unfolded last week Friday.

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Fine Arts Thu, 15 Feb 2024 07:36:46 +0900
Saint Maur Shines at KPASS Jazz Festival - A Showcase of Musical Excellence and Collaboration https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-shines-at-kpass-jazz-festival-a-showcase-of-musical-excellence-and-collaboration https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-shines-at-kpass-jazz-festival-a-showcase-of-musical-excellence-and-collaboration On Friday, Saint Maur hosted the KPASS Jazz Festival. International schools from all across the Kanto region came to our auditorium to perform with Big Bands and Combos.

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Fine Arts Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:07:09 +0900
A Spectacular Showcase of Music and Art at Saint Maur's Secondary School Concert & Art Exhibition https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/a-spectacular-showcase-of-music-and-art-at-saint-maurs-secondary-school-concert-art-exhibition https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/a-spectacular-showcase-of-music-and-art-at-saint-maurs-secondary-school-concert-art-exhibition On Thursday 14th December Saint Maur held its Secondary School Winter Concert & Art Exhibition. Students from all our Secondary School music clubs performed to a packed auditorium of guests, in a wide range of styles.

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Fine Arts Mon, 08 Jan 2024 17:13:43 +0900
Successive Triumph as Hosts of KPASS Speech Contest, Celebrating Student Achievements and Unparalleled Community Support! https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/successive-triumph-as-hosts-of-kpass-speech-contest-celebrating-student-achievements-and-unparalleled-community-support https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/successive-triumph-as-hosts-of-kpass-speech-contest-celebrating-student-achievements-and-unparalleled-community-support Saint Maur International School successfully hosted the annual KPASS Speech Contest for the second year in a row. Congratulations to all our students who participated and helped run this significant event, hosting 8 international schools!

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Fine Arts Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:47:41 +0900
Secondary School Students Gain Trinity Music Qualifications https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/secondary-school-students-gain-trinity-music-qualifications https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/secondary-school-students-gain-trinity-music-qualifications Last week we gave a special mention to all the High School students who recently gained Trinity Music qualifications and will do the same this week for the Middle School!

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Fine Arts Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:33:56 +0900
Saint Maur Hosts 2023 KPASS High School Drama Festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-hosts-2023-kpass-high-school-drama-festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-hosts-2023-kpass-high-school-drama-festival On Saturday, September 16th, Saint Maur International School proudly hosted the annual KPASS (Kanto Plain Association Of Secondary Schools) High School Drama Festival.

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Fine Arts Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:59:14 +0900
108 Saint Maur Students Took Part in Prestigious Trinity Music Examinations Hosted on Campus https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/108-saint-maur-students-took-part-in-prestigious-trinity-music-examinations-hosted-on-campus https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/108-saint-maur-students-took-part-in-prestigious-trinity-music-examinations-hosted-on-campus Last week 108 students, of all ages, from Grade 1-12, took part in Trinity Music examinations. These academic qualifications are an internationally recognised measurement of ability on an instrument and are assessed by the prestigious London conservatoire, Trinity College.

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Fine Arts Sat, 03 Jun 2023 19:54:03 +0900
Saint Maur Middle School Students Participate in KPASS Band Festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-middle-school-students-participate-in-kpass-band-festival https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-middle-school-students-participate-in-kpass-band-festival On May 11th, the Combined 7th & 8th Grade Band performed at the KPASS Middle School Band Festival, which was held for the first time since 2019. This was the first time for these students to perform at this event, held at Yokosuka Naval Base and featuring performances by schools from the Tokyo and Yokohama area. “It was nice to listen to the band music that students in other schools prepared for the KPASS Band Festival,” said one grade 8 student.

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Fine Arts Thu, 18 May 2023 20:54:14 +0900
Saint Maur Music Updates: Tokyo College of Music Jazz Joint Big Band Concert, High School Spring Concert, Concert & Lecture Series continues https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-music-updates-tokyo-college-of-music-jazz-joint-big-band-concert-high-school-spring-concert-concert-lecture-series-continues https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/news/fine-arts/saint-maur-music-updates-tokyo-college-of-music-jazz-joint-big-band-concert-high-school-spring-concert-concert-lecture-series-continues These past weeks have been inspiring for our ambitious music students at Saint Maur International School.

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Fine Arts Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:55:35 +0900