Calypso Songs for 2014

Some of our songs for our upcoming Calypso / Soca Show 2014

Le We Go An Party by Jeremiah



Look At Da Man by Juan



Respect by Tarick AKA TA

Gros Islet Secondary ON Fire

Gros Islet Secondary School is becoming the talk of the town. We have made it to finals in every music competition so far this year and our performances is being described as unique, different and extraordinary by many. 

 

Finals of National solo competition took place Tuesday 26th February 2014. This year's theme was to sing songs from 80 / 90s. Whitney Abisque, one of our choir member represented the school in this year's solo competition. For reminder, she placed 2nd in our G factor.

Whitney sang "I have nothing" by Whitney Houston and oh boy, she silenced the critique with her complete performance. As one of students from other school said, "I felt as if I was dreaming".

Congratulations to Whitney for all the hard work and efforts she put towards this competition.

 

Our music groups are active and already performed at various functions this term, we welcome the new group "marching band" to the music department. Therefore we now have 6 groups for students to join; choir, live band, steel pan, orchestra, singers and marching band.

 

Whitney Abisique received a trophy for placing second. Again congratulations to Whitney. Pictures coming soon

Do you remember this?

Our 2012 Gros Islet Secondary School Choir

Pre G Factor Message

As we are getting ready to witness the best show in the history of Gros Islet Secondary School, I would like to say to the participants that remember the tips and advice from masterclasses and rehearsals, be confident and proud that people are paying $5 to see you perform. Give them your best shot. Enjoy your performance. Balance your time properly so that you can win G factor and pass all your exams. You reached this far and we are very happy with your progress, Job Well Done.

Who will be the next G Factor!?!

Highest mark from district 1 choir assessment team

On 6th of November, District 1, in preparation for choir competition which is scheduled to take place on 12th of November, Team of teachers known for their excellence in the subject area of music was formed to assess and help all of the schools in District 1. The members of the team are Mr E. John (DEO), Mrs A. Biroo (Babonneau Primary), Mr C.Y. Jeon (Gros Islet Secondary) and Mr A. Alexander (Babonneau Secondary). Main objective of this exercise is to ensure all schools from district 1 participate in national music event such as choir competition and help school who need help or assistance with their choir. There were many impressive performances namely Dame Pearlette Louisy Primary School, Boguis Primary School, Babonneau Primary, Babonneau Secondary and Gros Islet Secondary School. Overall our school received the highest marking and non stop praise. I would like to take this time to tell my choir members that this does not mean we can ease on the practice and relax. It is important to get good feedback but even more important to keep up the good work. So congrats to all the members and teacher who assisted the choir and let go right to finals and bring home the trophy.

G factor first round review

On Friday 20th September 2013, we successfully hosted our annual trade mark "G Factor". The competition demonstrated passion, dedication and discipline participants developed through the first month of this academic year. There was a definite team spirit and support amongst participants, teachers and most importantly the students. This marks music department's effort to produce 2 of its truly 100% Gros Islet Secondary School Product; the legendary music room and one if a kind G Factor. This round, there were 16 participants. All gave their best but only 12 could advance to next round. It was a real tough decision for judges due to extreme performance displayed by students who usually perform well and others who just come out and surprise everyone. Job well done to all students who took part and round of applause to our students who witnessed this history in making for being an awesome audience. The list of students who made it to next round will be posted soon, for now enough talking. Have a look at some of our photos. Special thanks to our professional photographer,  Mr Dorville.

 

 

   

 

G Factor

It is our tradition for G factor to take place in first term, celebrating music month in November. Its no different this year. By the way, G factor is a singing competition which the school organizes every year to choose the best singer amongst the best. The concept derives from well known "American idol" and "X factor". Hence the name G factor. There are auditions and different rounds until finals. There are few changes in format this year. Each homeroom class is required to choose 1 student to represent their class.  These students will be working with their homeroom teachers to choose appropriate song. The first round will be held in the last week of September.

12 students will be selected to proceed to 2nd round, which will be held in the last week of October.  The students will sing the same song which they sang for first round.

The best 6 students will be selected to advance to the final round. For final round,  students are required to sing 2 songs,  one of which they sang at previous round and another of their choice that is in different genre. They will also be placed in groups and will be given a song for them to arrange and perform.

The prizes have not been confirmed as yet however, just for motivation, when we talk prizes, we are talking android tablet, cell phones,  vouchers,  etc.