Messiah from Scratch is one of the highlights of the music calendar and joyously signals the start of the festive finale to the Michaelmas Term. 

It not only provides a wonderful opportunity for pupils to hone their skills as soloists, it gives members of the community, parents and staff an opportunity to come together and sing in the Chorus. 

This year’s large and enthusiastic chorus provided the perfect backdrop for exceptional performances from a group of gifted pupils: Milan H, Kai S, Naomi H-S, Sophie L, Douge L, Sebastian C, Meg O, Imogen A, Oliva E, Hennie D, Reva S, Sophia P, Tilly R, Mia W, Fergus R, Emily M, Ilana B, Josh K, Zinnia-Claire B and Rory R.

Accompanied by a guest orchestra, each pupil delivered Handel’s Messiah with great precision, navigating music that’s difficult even for experienced musicians.

Special recognition goes to the younger pupils, many of whom participated in Messiah for the first time this year, and to Kai S and Naomi H-S, who not only sang but also displayed their instrumental skills on the violin and oboe.