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2018 performing arts
Highlights
Presentation by TJ Manuel from Rep FM
Volume South
Exhibition
In February, our Year 11 Music Students were
visited by representatives from Auckland
Museum, RepFM, OMAC and MIT, who
introduced our young musicians and artists
to Volume South Exhibition’s composition
competition, and offered them advice and
encouragement on their musical journey.
As a part of the presentation,
Rocky Misiepo, a
motivational speaker and
rapper, talked to students
about his path to success,
his music career, and the
value of being committed
to your work. TJ Manuel, one
of the founders of RepFM
also spoke about his journey
throughout his school
years and then into his
professional career, sharing
how he had such a passion
for music, in particular music
in South Auckland. He set
up his own radio station
and recording studio, and
this became the platform to
work with many successful
artists. He explained the
importance of surrounding
yourself with motivated
friends who will encourage
you to succeed and that if
you find something you love,
work at it and don’t give up
- it’s worth investing time in
your passion. The afternoon
was concluded with a special
performance by upcoming
rapper, Lukan Rai$ey and DJ,
Crème Manuel.
Queen Shirl’e with Year 11 music students
Queen Shirl’e
On 26th February, music
students were visited by talented
rapper, performer, musician and
songwriter, Queen Shirl’e.
She talked about her Pathways to Performing
Arts Programme at the Māngere Town Centre
Library, a programme for high schoolers to
develop their songwriting, film acting, beat
making and performance talents.
She spoke of the importance of staying in
school and following through in your studies,
as it forms a firm foundation for the rest
of your life. She also shared her musical
journey and in particular her rapping and
song writing career path and the doors it
has opened for her to get involved in the
community and share her gifts with others.
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