Niamh Sings in the Royal Albert Hall

Congratulations to Niamh (Yr12), who was selected as one of the top 170 choral singers from across the whole of Great Britain, following a successful audition! She spent a week over Easter with the National Youth Training Choir, which is for singers aged 15-18, and is often a springboard to the National Youth Choir, which is open to those who are 18-25.

Niamh loved the experience of being surrounded by other talented singers, and she learnt a great deal: 'This course really tested my musicianship skills and forced them to develop at an exciting speed. Whilst it was vocally, physically and mentally draining, the experience was well worth it. I've met many wonderful musicians and had the privilege of singing within a choir that has such a full and breathtaking sound. I look forward to attending their summer course in July this year.

We spent a week learning four pieces. 'Kalinda' by Sydney Guillaume and 'Leonardo Dreams of his Flying Machine' by Eric Whitacre, which were incredibly energised and dynamic, and contained effective, impactful choreography