Making Musicians
Making Musicians aims to develop the very best musical talent at Norwich school and beyond. Singers, instrumentalists and composers from both within the School and the wider community participate in an annual series of workshops, lectures, visits, masterclasses and recitals designed to nurture young musicians.
All Music Scholars at Norwich School are offered a place on this scheme and pupils from other schools are also welcome to join us. Free monthly recitals normally take place in the inspiring setting of the South Transept of the Cathedral, where two pupils perform a short set of musical pieces either vocally or on a variety of musical instruments. The quality from School pupils is simply exceptional.
Making Musicians News
On 6 October, staff, parents, pupils and passersby enjoyed a scintillating Making Musicians recital in Norwich Cathedral, with performances from Charlie Collier (L6) and Evie Alexander (M5), both accompanied by Brenda Blewett. Charlie Collier began the recital with a melodic rendition of “Amarill, Mia Bella” by Giulio Caccini. His impressive programme continued with the works of Giuseppe Torelli, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Franc Schubert. To finish, he concluded with an impressive performance of "Fair House of Joy" by Roger Quilte, enthralling the audience. Evie Alexander transported the audience to the West End with her excellent selection of pieces from the world of musical theatre from Hairspray to Les Misérables. Evie brought theatricality to her performances, embodying the characters with each portrayal, ending with Wicked’s “The Wizard and I” which she sang at Gala Night 2025. You can join us for another Making Musicians recital on Thursday 13 November in Norwich Cathedral at 13:00.
On 24 June, Onyx Brass visited Norwich School. Pupils from both the Lower and Senior School as well as Town Close enjoyed a workshop with Brass players, in order to develop their skills. The workshop was well catered to all participants of all abilities and a great time was had by all involved. At the end of the workshop, the pupils treated an audience to their performance in the Chapel. Following this, Onyx Brass then led a masterclass for a group of senior school pupils; L5 pupil, Jacey Ng, tells us about her experience below. "Playing with Onyx Brass was an amazing experience. I really enjoyed hearing them perform, and it was exciting to play music with and for such a professional group. I felt very lucky to take part in a masterclass with them, where I learnt so many important things, especially about expression. They were so friendly and encouraging, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Their visit has really inspired me to keep improving." - Jacey Ng
On 10 July, there will be a very special Making Musicians concert in the Cley Church as part of the Five Churches Festival in North Norfolk. This concert will feature the Norfolk Young Musician 2025, Tristan McCardel (ON), and Norwich School music scholar, Benjamin Griffiths. Tristan will perform avel’s virtuoso masterpiece Tzigane and the beautiful Romance no.2 by Beethoven. Benjamin will then be performing the haunting song-cycle by Butterworth, A Shropshire Lad, alongside hits from the world of musical theatre. Additionally, L5 Music Scholar, Isaac Schaad, will be performing in the Festival's Finale on Sunday 13 July. Isaac's composition Divertimento for Strings will be performed by the Chaos Collective Strings Ensemble under the direction of Stephen Threlfall in the Festival Finale. Isaac will also perform in the ensemble himself. To find out more click here!
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