WHAT’S ON MUSIC ACADEMIC YEAR 2024 - 2025

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The British School Al Khubairat

WHAT’S

SEPTEMBER

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity.

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step.

Monday 23 | Term 1 CCA’s Begin

Friday 27 | Music Scholars’ Auditions 12:30PM I Music Department

An opportunity for our highest level of musicians to become a Music Scholar.

OCTOBER

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity.

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step.

Tuesday 1 | Flutes and Guitar Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

An opportunity where melodies dance and strings strum in perfect harmony. Discover the fusion of flute and guitar performances.

Monday 7-11 | Music Festival Week

A range of pop-up concerts before and after school, given by staff and students involved in the Instrumental Programme

Thursday 10 | Teacher and Scholars’ Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

An opportunity to have teachers and scholars’ unite, creating a harmonious celebration of talent

Week 14-18 | Half Term

Thursday 24 | Unplugged Concert | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

An opportunity to enjoy our Rock and Pop talent performing the hits, old favourites and even some self-penned brand new songs

WHAT’S ON

Friday 25 | Scholars’ Talk | 12:15PM | Music Dept

Tuesday 29 | Al Khubairat Choral Society | 7:00PM | St Andrew’s Church Join AKCS in a performance of Faure’s Requiem.

Wednesday 30 | Abu Dhabi Youth Choir & Orchestra Auditions | TBC |

Thursday 31 | Abu Dhabi Youth Choir & Orchestra Auditions | TBC |

NOVEMBER

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity.

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Friday 8 | Act of Remembrance | 10:50AM | Auditorium

Involving BSAK musicians, this always moving Act of Remembrance takes place school wide

Sunday 10 | Remembrance Sunday Service | 6:00PM | St Andrew’s Church

Join the BSAK community in recognising Remembrance Sunday

Wednesday 13 | Secondary Production - Rock of Ages | 4:00PM | Theatre

Thursday 14 | Secondary Production - Rock of Ages | 3:30PM & 7:00PM | Theatre

Friday 15 | Secondary Production - Rock of Ages | 7:00PM | Theatre

Thursday 14-15 | Timothy Wayne-Wright Masterclass | TBC | Auditorium

A fantastic opportunity for our teachers and Music Scholars to benefit from a global artist.

Wednesday 20 | Secondary Concert | 6:00PM | Auditorium

WHAT’S ON

An evening celebration of our amazing secondary students and ensembles and the amazing work they have been doing this term!

Saturday 23 | Steinway Concert | TBC | Dubai

An amazing opportunity for students to elevate their musical aspirations on a Steinway Grand Piano.

Thursday 28 | Primary Concert | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

A fantastic evening celebrating amazing primary students and the hard work they’ve put in this term.

DECEMBER

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Tuesday 3 | Carols by Candlelight | 6:00PM | St Andrew’s Church

A traditional Christmas Carol service with the Christmas story, congregational carols, music sung by the Primary Choir and guests TBC

Sunday 8 | Al Khubairat Choral Society | 6:00PM | St Andrew’s Church

A Christmas Carol service with the traditional service of 9 lessons and carols.

Tuesday 10 | Intervalia Performance | 3:00PM | Auditorium

Join the BSAK community and celebrate this festive seasonal event.

Thursday 12 | Winter Wonderland | 3:00PM | Primary Pitch

Join the BSAK community and celebrate this festive seasonal event.

WHAT’S ON

JANUARY

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step.

Monday 6 | First Day of Term

Monday 20-24 | YMOG Festival Week

A range of pop-up concerts before and after school in preparation for Young Musician of the Gulf 2025; hosted by BSAK.

Monday 26-30 | Young Musician of the Gulf I Hosted by BSAK

Wednesday 29 | YMOG Semi Final I 6:00PM I Dusit Thani

Thursday 30 | YMOG Final I 6:00PM I Dusit Thani

WHAT’S ON

FEBRUARY

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Thursday 6 | Jazz Band Evening | 6:00PM | Auditorium

Audience members can expect lively and dynamic performances filled with the energetic rhythms and smooth melodies of jazz music

Monday 10-14 | Half Term

Tuesday 18 | Drums Concert | 4:00PM | Primary Hall

An exciting concert to feel the rhythm and experience the power of percussion. An electrifying showcase from our Drums Department.

Wednesday 19 | Woodwind Concert | 4:00PM | Primary Hall

A diverse collection of music embracing Woodwind instruments. An exciting concert not to be missed.

WHAT’S ON

MARCH

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Friday 21 | End of Term 2

WHAT’S ON

APRIL

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Monday 7 | First Day of Term 3

Monday 7 | Al Khubairat Choral Society I 7:00PM I St Andrew’s Church

An opportunity to hear the AKCS Singers perform in a Spring Performance

Friday 11-18 | ADYM | Raha International School

An amazing opportunity for students to take center stage and showcase their talents for recognition at the Abu Dhabi Young Musician competition.

Tuesday 22 | Piano Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

Come along and hear our talented piano students playing solos and duets/trios in this lively concert featuring our entire Piano Concert.

Wednesday 23 | Unplugged | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

Unplug and unwind in an acoustic concert, where performances will transport you to a musical connection.

WHAT’S ON

Wednesday 30 | Guitar Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

An opportunity to hear our amazing guitarists in this ever popular showcase from our Guitar Department

MAY

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Thursday 1 | Secondary Concert | 6:00PM | Auditorium

A showcase of talent and hard work of the students It promises to be a memorable and entertaining event for all

Tuesday 6 | Strings Concert | 4:00PM | Primary Hall

Audiences can expect a captivating and melodious evening performed by talented string musicians.

Wednesday 7 | Singers’ Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

Attendees can look forward to a diverse and engaging musical experience spotlighting vocalists showcasing their unique style and talent.

Thursday 8 | Brass Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

Anticipate a lively and energetic performance filled with music excellence. This concert will resonate with powerful and dynamic sounds.

Thursday 15 | ABRSM Concert | 4:00PM | Auditorium

WHAT’S ON

A showcase of hard work and dedication as students stove to excel in their upcoming ABRSM music exams.

Monday 19 | Primary Production - Aladdin Jr | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

Tuesday 20 | Primary Production - Aladdin Jr | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

Wednesday 21 | Primary Production - Aladdin Jr | 6:00PM | Primary Hall

Thursday 22 | Beginners’ Concert | 4:00PM | Primary Hall

A heartwarming and encouraging performance as beginners’ showcase their early progress and passion for music.

JUNE

Every Tuesday | Tiny Desk | 12:15PM | Primary Library

An weekly platform for students to share their music and creativity with a small audience over lunch break.

Every Wednesday | Wake up Wednesdays | 7:15AM | Primary Reception

Start your morning with magical performances every Wednesday having young musicians brighten your day with their talent and creativity

Every Friday | Friday Jam | 12:00PM | Secondary Reception

A weekly jam to showcase our musical talent and to start the weekend with a smile and a spring in your step

Wednesday 18 | Primary Concert | 4:00PM | Primary Hall

Presenting delightful and heartwarming performances by our young talented primary students Audience members can expect a charming musical experience filled with enthusiasm

Monday 23 | Music Awards | 6:00PM | Auditorium

An evening to celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of our students in various musical excellences.

Monday 27 | Last Day of Term

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