18 September 2024 On 15 May, the Chapel Choir sang evensong at Winchester Cathedral. Following a brief tour of the magnificent 14th century Cathedral and a rehearsal in the Quire, the Choir opened the service with Ayleward Responses, then singing the Psalm with great clarity and diction. Wood in Eb, No. 2 were the chosen canticles for the service whilst the Choir sang Ireland's Greater love hath no man with wonderful intensity and nuance. A special mention to Luca (Second Year) and Ed (Upper Sixth) for their solos. On 14 May, four of our advanced clarinet pupils had masterclasses with one of the UK's leading clarinettists. Peter Sparks is co-principal clarinettist of the English National Opera and professor at the Royal College of Music. He gave Adam, Jerry, Hayden and Anson invaluable advice both about the repertoire they each performed and also on how to treat their instruments and reeds better, in order to improve their sound. He even gave a demonstration on how to flatten the reeds against a window. He involved the audience as well and it was impressive see how each student improved throughout their lesson. Piano extravaganza Peter Sparks Masterclass Evensong at Winchester Cathedral Our first Piano Extravaganza was held in June. Over fifty pianists showcased a wide variety of repertoire over the course of the afternoon, before embarking on an evening of music making. This featured solos, duets and multiple pianists. The evening ended with eighteen pianists and thirty six hands playing Thunderbirds on six pianos, enthralling the audience. A fun evening for all. Lower School gathered in the Amey Theatre for the annual inter-tutor group music competition in May. A high level of musicianship was shown by all six groups which saw the pupils sing, conduct and play along to their chosen piece. Mr Stafford had a difficult job as judge, but awarded the cup to 2P for their rendition of Save Your Tears by The Weeknd. Well done to all. Don’t miss a beat Music Abingdon
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