DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
DCDSB Students Win Gold and Silver in CBC Music Class Challenge

Congratulations to students and staff from St. Joseph Catholic School and All Saints Catholic Secondary School for their outstanding achievements in the 2021 CBC Music Class Challenge. 

Mr. Steven Parker's class at St. Joseph Catholic School in Oshawa won first prize in the Elementary Vocal (Grades 4-6) category for their rendition of "Wonder" by Shawn Mendes. As part of this prize the school will receive $3,000 in new musical instruments and a plaque. 

"We had 18 students participate in creating our submission. The band rehearsed separately from singers in order to follow COVID-19 guidelines. Each of the five singers were recorded individually to also follow the current guidelines. We had lots of fun thinking of new video ideas such using a leaf blower to film some of the slow-motion clips. Our students worked so hard, and I'm so very proud of all of their efforts" said Mr. Steven Parker.

Mr. Michael Paglia lead the Popular Music Ensemble at All Saints Catholic Secondary School who won second prize in the Secondary Vocal (Grades 11-12) category for their performance of "Knocking at the Door" by Arkells. As part of this prize the school will receive a plaque from CBC Music.

"Our students and staff have shown an incredible commitment to the Arts. Student Agency is an integral part of the creative process, and the ingenuity shown during these performances showcases our student's God-given talents" said Tracy Barill, Director of Education at the Durham Catholic District School Board.

View the CBC Music Class Challenge videos below:

• St. Joseph Catholic School: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly-q88kNXLA  
• All Saints Catholic Secondary School: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pnKo1w-CeY&feature=youtu.be