Dr Calvin Bowman
(TC 1990)
I’m quite sure that my musical inclinations come from the German line on my mother’s side, hence my fondness for Bach. My parents were always very supportive of my musical studies and made sure that I had every opportunity to flourish.
It was Trinity College that kick-started my church music career, and, for this, I’ll always be grateful. When I look back, the experience provided the foundation for everything else I’ve since become as a musician – pianist, accompanist, ensemble member, and, perhaps most importantly in my case, composer.
I owe a lot to former Trinity Music Director Peter Godfrey. He was the loveliest man and introduced me to repertoire I could only have dreamt about. He also let me present some of my fledgling compositions at the annual carol services, which we all worked hard at to ensure we performed to the best of our ability.
Overall, the impact of being a part of the Choir of Trinity College is considerable. More than 30 years down the track, I still hear choir members of my vintage speaking fondly about the experience. In other words – it’s something that travels with us long after we’ve left.
CALVIN BOWMAN is the Director of Music at St Andrew’s, Brighton, in Victoria. He lived at Trinity College from 1990 to 1992 and initially sang tenor in the Choir of Trinity College, before being appointed as the inaugural N Bruce Munro Organ Scholar.
Calvin’s career highlights include graduating with an Ivy League doctorate in 2005 with the assistance of a Fulbright scholarship, and being exclusively signed to Decca and Universal Music Australia as both composer and performer.
Trinity up in lights
We look at the trajectory of Trinity’s performing arts scene.
CONTENTS
TIMELINE
FROM THEN TO NOW
This is how Trinity College's story has unfolded.
COLLEGE NEWS
NEWS
A snapshot of 2022....and what a special year it was.
OBITS
We are saddened to acknowledge the passing of Trinity alumni and friends during 2022.
ART AND CULTURE
TRINITY UP IN LIGHTS
Trinitarians have been taking to the stage since the late 19th century. We look at the trajectory of Trinity's performing arts scene.
We explore how Trinity came to hold such a diverse and impressive art collection.
DR CALVIN BOWMAN
Meet Calvin, an Oakleaf Awardee.
SPORT
The rivalry between Trinity and Ormond can be traced right back to the beginning.
TIGER WOO!
It doesn't matter if you're a champion athlete or the type who works out rules on the fly, there's a place for everyone on the Trinity team.
GILLON MCLACHLAN
Meet Gillon, an Oakleaf Awardee.
LEADERSHIP
MERCURY RISING
Andrew Prentice shares his journey to become one of the world's leading experts on the formation of the solar system.
ON BEING 'EDUCATION PEOPLE'
Dr Denis White served as Executive Director of Trinity College's Foundation Studies during the program's foundational years and his leadership played an integral role in setting our Pathways School up for success.
TAKING A HOLISTIC VIEW
From its earliest days, Trinity College has aimed to offer students a well-rounded education. Warden and CEO Ken Hinchcliff (TC 1976) explains what this means and the impact it has on our future leaders.
JEROME CUBILLO
Meet Jerome, an Oakleaf Awardee.
FAITH
EXPRESSING ANGLICAN IDENTITY
The Archbishop of Melbourne, the Most Revd Dr Philip Freier, reflects on the history of the Trinity College Theological School.
A MATTER OF FAITH
We look at the influence of chaplaincy and religious worship throughout Trinity's history.
THE REVEREND JENNY INGLIS
Meet Jenny, an Oakleaf Awardee.
FASHION
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