Music
The Music Department aims to develop and nurture the musical talents of all our boys and foster a love and enjoyment for music-making of all styles and genres. There are a variety of performance opportunities throughout the year, and all boys are encouraged to be involved. There is a strong tradition of vocal music, with our four part Chapel Choir performing at weekly chapel services, a secular Second Choir, a Junior Choir, and the performance of various musicals. Nearly three quarters of the boys learn a musical instrument and there are a wide variety of ensembles for the boys to take part in.
Our purpose built Music School which consists of a large teaching room, a fully equipped Music Technology suite with 20 Apple Mac computers, midi keyboards with Dorico notation software and Logic Pro X, twelve practice rooms all with new Yamaha or Weber pianos, two designated drum rooms, and a library. There is a two manual and pedal pipe organ in the Chapel and a Yamaha grand piano in the school hall. All boys receive class music lessons with a considerable emphasis on Music Technology in years 7 and 8.
The boys enjoy a great deal of success in their instrumental exams and are always celebrated on our musical wall of fame. As well as our termly ABRSM exam sessions we also offer Trinity College London and Rock School syllabuses for our contemporary performers. As well as vocal and instrumental tuition our boys can also study and take qualifications in music production.
Recent Concert Performances
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