What it's all about

This has been a busy week in the Music Department at CGS.

On Wednesday the Chamber Choir travelled to Winchester Cathedral to sing evensong.  Really confident singing of the Smith responses, Dyson in F and 'God be in my head' by Rutter - to the acclaim of the Winchester Dean.  We were also able to see Anthony Gormley's statue 'Sound II' in the crypt.  Of course there was also the tomb of Jane Austen to see, and history was brought to life as one of the Vergers revealed that the 'verge' he uses daily was also in use at the lavish 16th century wedding of Mary Tudor to King Philip of Spain.  In truth history lay before our eyes and under our feet.
On Thursday a small group of soloists presented a lunchtime concert in Axminster.  These regular concerts have involved CGS musicians for over twenty years, and it was a pleasure to hear polished performances of music for Flute, Harp, Violin and Voice.  An appreciative audience of over seventy people enjoyed the playing of the nine students.
Rehearsals have been building through the week too.  Do look out for groups to join in if you are not yet playing or singing.  Over 160 singers now in the Senior Choir - making a great sound in the Vivaldi 'Gloria' already.
The week ended with a fantastic Y9 GCSE lesson exploring Salsa - great fun, and musical playing from the whole group.  That's what it's all about - exploring and enjoying music together.