MUSIC
and it was good to have every single one come to the U.S.A. with us. The choir's 'big' services in the Minster again went well. At the carol service the now almost traditional opening processional was further embellished with two choirs alternating verses of 'Alle Psallite' with a thirteenth century pilgrims' chant variously sung and played on medieval instruments and modern brass instruments.
INTRODUCTION The year 1992-93 has been a remarkable year in many ways. The drive to prepare for the U.S.A. tour has been ever present, perhaps even at times overwhelming. There also have been some notable staff changes within the visiting instrumental staff. The prospect of the tour to the U.S.A. has, of course, helped the whole department, not just the tour members. The achievement of ever higher standards has been excellent to see, especially in such groups as the Swing Band and the Rockin' Hairdressers. The String Orchestra produced some excellent performances at the Summer Concert in a wide selection of Leroy Anderson favourites.
SCHOOL CHOIR The school choir has learnt a good new repertoire this year, including an arrangement of 'Ezekiel saw the wheel' where one can hear the wheels turning. New pieces like 'The rhythm of life', Vaughan Williams' 'The turtle dove', Stanford's 'The bluebird', Bruckner's 'Christus factus est', John Whitworth's 'The Mermaid' were all designed to provide good contrast and wide range to include with the rest of the choir's repertoire for the U.S.A. Music Tour. The upper sixth members of the choir have been an especially loyal group throughout their years at School 20
