Christmas concerts 15 abingdon.org.uk On 25 September, the award winning Jazz group, Tom Green Septet, visited Abingdon to work with our Big Band. The Septet have garnered numerous awards during their time working together. The masterclasses were full of valuable insights which our Big Band students were able to put into practice playing alongside the Septet during the evening concert. A jazzy masterclass Violin masterclass On 27 September, Austrian violinist Sebastian Mueller, returned to Abingdon to give another inspiring violin and viola masterclass. He opened the evening with Fratres by Pärt and the first movement of Glinka's viola sonata. The individual lessons after the recital focussed on the importance of a proper bow-hold and the significance of technique to produce a beautiful sound on each instrument. On 1 October, the chapel choir travelled to Salisbury to sing evensong in the city’s magnificent Cathedral. The service was conducted by Mr Stafford, and included choral music by Clucas, Noble and Howells, and organ music by Langlais and Vierne. The Cathedral staff praised the musicality and conduct of our students, who were also fortunate enough to have a guided tour of the historic building in the afternoon. Evensong in Salisbury On 3 October, our musicians performed a solo and chamber music concert in the Holywell Music Room. This provided a wonderful evening of music with pupils performing with style and nuance. Music Abingdon There were a myriad of Christmas concerts towards the end of term showcasing the sheer delight in music making enjoyed by the full range of our school ensembles. Each one displayed a varied repertoire and a very high level of musicianship. Students should be rightly proud of their accomplishments which are a testament to their dedication and hard work.
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