We enjoyed a wonderful display of outstanding musicianship this week as our Secondary musicians took to the stage in an Orchestral Concert. The Secondary Wind band, String Ensemble, Chamber Strings and School Orchestra all performed an array of pieces from Star Wars 'Cantina Band' to Michael Jackson's 'We are the World'. The concert was rounded off by the full orchestra performing Mozart's Symphony No 40, Movement 1 with a 'rock' twist!
It was lovely to be able to showcase the musicians after what has been a journey of a year, however Covid has pushed us to be innovative and has started smaller ensembles which will continue into the future.
The evening also included by soloists;
Ellie - Y10; Tia - Y8; Tirion - Y9; Felix - Y10; Grace - Y10; Orla - Y9
To watch back the performance please click here.
During the day the Secondary Orchestra led a 'show n tell' style performance to the Y3-6. The Primary school had lots of fun identifying the different instruments and singing along to 'Baby Shark!' whilst learning about the orchestra and all the instrument sounds.
All learners in Year 7, 8 and 9 have been involved in a creative week of risk taking and collaboration. Each morning they have attended workshops ranging from wood carving, improvised theatre and making mechanical lock boxes to horror movie making and Chinese drumming.
The week culminated in the first ever Nexus MADD house competition! The house spirit was amazing.
There has been a real buzz around the school with learners sharing their experiences and creations!
Congratulations to all learners for embracing the challenges and making it a fantastic week!