ON G AC R E SCH P AW PRIN T

Young Voices

On Tuesday 17th January, the icy conditions didn’t deter our Prep Choir from heading off to another epic Young Voices Concert at the O2.

With 78 Prep Choir members clad in their Young Voices t-shirts, we journeyed to the 02, ready to join the 8,000 plus children from hundreds of schools for rehearsals.

Our seats were high but in a central position and we were armed with eyecatching Longacre flags and a banner! We spent the afternoon rehearsing for the evening concert and we were thoroughly entertained by the wonderful dance group, The Urban Strides and the incredible Beatbox Collective.

The children did so well to remain focussed for the 3 hours of rehearsing. After a meal “pit-stop”, the arena started to fill, ready for the concert to start. Longacre parents spotted us, and the children were so delighted to see their parents in the audience.

The Young Voices choir performed with some outstanding performers including, Anna Phoebe, a violinist who performed Beethoven’s Für Elise, sampled in Nas’ hit, I know I can. As always, The Urban Strides got the children and audience on their feet, and Longacre parents were seen demonstrating their disco moves throughout The Nile Rodgers Disco Party! The children particularly loved singing, Rockstar, Sing From Your Heart, Message and of course The Trolls Medley! The headliner, Heather Small, got everyone singing Proud in harmony, which was poignant and a real highlight.

This song reflected how our staff team felt about our Prep Choir. They managed this

“full on” experience and practically arctic evening conditions, with a great attitude and big smiles!

Donations from the night were in aid of Place2Be, which raises awareness and supports the emotional wellbeing of young people. It was an incredible experience for the children and a special night for everyone. Thank you to all of the parents that could come and support the children.

Miss du Pon