A warm welcome at Springfield Church

Congratulations to our six performers, who shared their music with the Aberdeen Springfield Seniors’ Club at Springfield Church on Wednesday.

This much-loved annual visit is always a pleasure. Our pupils presented music by Chopin, Arthur Sullivan, Satie and Herbie Hancock to an enthusiastic and knowledgeable audience.

Thank you to everyone at the Springfield Seniors’ Club for making us feel so welcome. We look forward to returning!

S6 Spotlight Award

Well done to Oliver, this week’s recipient of the S6 Spotlight Award.

Our S6 pupils particularly enjoyed both his informal and formal performances last week, recognising his work on his principal and second-study instruments, as well as a third instrument which he learns in his own time. His curiosity and enthusiasm are lovely to see.

Wonderful to be recognised by your peers. Bravo, Oliver!

Trumpet inspiration in Elgin

Last weekend, Alaina enjoyed a fantastic trumpet workshop led by Andrea Tofanelli, with members of Moray Concert Brass, at Elgin Parish Church.

It is always good to hear about our pupils exploring musical opportunities beyond ACMS. With several heading off to perform or work with ensembles during the holiday, this is another example of the experiences available to young musicians, and the enthusiasm with which our pupils embrace them.

Sunday morning at St Andrew’s Cathedral

A big well done to Douglas and Lewis, who took part in Sunday morning’s service at St Andrew’s Cathedral. This was a special occasion, with members of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts attending as part of their Fall Field Tour of Duty. They may have travelled a long way, but their splendid dress uniforms certainly made it into the suitcases!

St Andrew’s has a longstanding connection with the United States and its transatlantic friendship has deep roots, making Sunday’s visit particularly fitting.