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CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS
The College’s 昀椀rst musical showcase of the
year was the eagerly anticipated Senior
School Autumn Concert in November - a
magical evening with a diverse range of
stunning performances that celebrated
the power of music to inspire and unite.
From the harmonious melodies of the
Cantus Choir and Cappella Lumina to
the soul-stirring tunes of the orchestra,
each ensemble displayed a level of
professionalism and musicality. The
versatility of our pupils was evident as
they seamlessly transitioned from classical
compositions to contemporary hits,
captivating the audience with their range
and artistry.
Merengue have become accepted and
are popular throughout Latin America.
The audience was treated to additional
performances during a fantastic sold-
In December, our younger pupils in Years 3
out show for our Senior School Cabaret.
– 8 took to the stage for their Music Recital
With this year’s theme as Latin Beats, our
and LAMDA Showcase, demonstrating
talented musicians, singers and dancers
not only their dedication to musical
took us through a technicoloured spectacle
endeavours, but also their enthusiasm for
of brilliant routines, all inspired by Spanish
learning and developing new skills. The
and Portuguese music.
event featured a wide variety of individual
performances, each wonderfully
Latin music blends the traditional sounds
exemplifying our pupils’ broad range of
of Mexico, Central America, Spain, and
talents in music and drama. The children
Portugal, and is known for its vibrant
put a great deal of time and e昀昀ort
percussion. Over time, in昀氀uences from
into their performances and all were
South America and Europe have added
greeted to rapturous applause from our
new layers to this music, bringing in
parent audience who enjoyed a brilliant
instruments like guitars, trumpets, and
evening of drama, theatre, singing and
saxophones that have shaped its style
instrumental solos from our young pianists,
around the world.
guitarists, violinists, trumpeters and
昀氀autists.
Latin dance encompasses ballroom and
folk dances, and includes the Cha-cha-
The Spring Term brought with it a further
cha, Rumba, Samba, Flamenco, and Paso
collection of musical highlights. The Year
Doble. Latterly, more modern ‘street-
12 and 13 BTEC bands performed at BTEC
dances’ such as the Salsa, Bachata, and
Live in January, a fun and entertaining
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