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A Bit of Everything - 9 June
Emma and Melina did their first solo show at the Tabard Theatre to a packed audience. We had folk songs, piano duets, baritone Ukuleles and even some sitar music. They both even made a small profit from ticket sales.
Brass Masterclass - 12 June
With kudos to Mr Richardson for fixing the gig, we had Aaron Azuda Akugbo come to Chiswick to give a masterclass with our brass students. He made his solo debut at the BBC proms last year, so coming to Chiswick was a great step up for his career. Shout out to Maya PC, Lily C, and Maisie C for their solos.
Jazz Band in Turnham Green - 12 June
Later in the evening, the Jazz band played as a supporting act to his concert.
St Mary’s Care Home - 14 July
Chiswick Voices performed some wholesome lunchtime music to our friends down the road.
Dark Riders Summer Fair
Despite the horrible weather, Dark Riders Performed at Strand on the Green Summer Fair.
Dichterliebe - 18 June
Zach T and Youssef G did one of the most jaw- dropping concerts of the year at St Nicks, earning a well-deserved standing ovation. Youssef did six incredibly demanding classical guitar pieces, and Zach followed with Schumann’s 16-song cycle: Dichterliebe.
A great open mic night at the City Barge where lots of KS3 students made their performing debuts.
Kew Sinfonia - 22 June
Emily, Sophie and Art played a full Tchaikovsky suite with the Kew Sinfonia at their Summer concert. There were many weeks of (metaphorical) blood, sweat, tears, and three hour rehearsals, but it ended with the most wonderful final product which they should be rightly proud of.
Ark Priory Summer Fair - 22 June
The Musketeers did their first primary school gig and got some neat photos.
Battle of the Bands - 25 June
No Refund represented Chiswick at Hounslow Battle of the Bands, playing Reptilia and I Predict a Riot with a rousing response from the crowd. Sadly Dylan didn’t get the dress code, and turned up to the gig dressed as a giant inflatable pig.
Chiswick Voices Summer Concert - 27 June
Logan had a hula-hooping recital with a couple songs from Chiswick Voices in the background.
Pub in the Park - 29 June
Our Steel Bands, Blue Monday, Performing Arts Choir, and The Q played to thousands of people from 12-8pm for Pub in the Park. Busted have decided to not return next year as nobody came to their stage to hear them.
Certainly the largest crowd we’ve had in a few years, performances from all our bands, and the most glorious summer evening. Huge thanks to Vic Robinson and all the PTA for their work.
Independent Introduction - 4 July
Harry’s latest show at the George and Devonshire, featuring Fly on the Wall, Mr. Brightside, and the complete version of American Pie.
Grove Park - 6 July
Cronos and Blue Monday went back to their Alma Mater to play for their summer fair. They then went straight off to Grove Park Terrace Street Party to play even more.
Cavendish - 13 July
Starlight, BitterSweet, Invasion and the Refreshers played at Cavendish Summer fair, featuring alongside two Disney princesses.
Community Afternoon Tea - 17 July
Chiswick Voices, Harry R, and Amelia A serenaded some of our local residents as Ms. Kitteringham put on a lovely afternoon tea for them.
News and Notices
- Congratulations to Youssef (Grade 8 Guitar), Victoria (Grade 5 singing), and Nina (Grade 1 Guitar) for all receiving distinctions in their ABRSM and Trinity music exams. Huge well done to all other candidates who passed their exams.
- The Music Essay competition has now closed. The runner up was Leah H-W (Compare a piece of Music to a Chiswick School teacher), and the winner was Ruby T (Account for the existence of Swifties). They both receive well-deserved cash prizes.
- Signing up for instrumental vocal lessons in September 2024. Open to all year groups. The form is here
- Chiswick Community Choir - There is still time to sign up for Chiswick Community Choir’s next project: Beethoven 9. Open to parents, staff and local residents of all abilities.
- Scholarships - If you have a child currently in Year 5, or know someone that does, and also qualify for pupil premium funding, you are eligible for one of our music scholarships. Applications will open in September, but you can register interest here.