Parents have been treated to fabulous morning Breakfast Concerts this week. The Swing Band, Mentor Band, Orchestra and rock bands prepared a set of pieces to show their parents what they have been working on during rehearsals. Parents heard their children playing with the ensemble and saw the progress that has been made this year. While parents enjoyed a hot drink with muffins and sandwiches, the ensembles tuned and warmed up.

On Tuesday it was heart-warming to see the Music Mentors sit next to their Mentees helping them with their music. The Mentees played as if they had been performing for years! The Swing Band entertained with a rendition of Mamma Mia, always a hit with parents.

Wednesday was the Orchestra’s turn to impress parents with a large array of woodwind, brass, percussion, and string instruments. There were timpani solos and wind chime solos and special melodies just for the trumpet.

Thursday was the day for all the rock bands. The Music Captain’s Rock Band showcased what a student-led band can produce – really impressive performances! The Monday AM Rock Band wowed with added percussion and guitar solo parts whilst being driven by the competent drummer and awesome vocalist. The concert concluded with all parents being given a guitar to play alongside the Specialist Class Band. It was great to see the parents having a go and the laughter and sense of community was well worth any dodgy chords!

A brilliant way to start the day!

Tammy van der Nest
Director of Music PK-12