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Spalding High School's Chamber Choir Strikes Gold in UK Schools Music Festival

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Spalding High School's Chamber Choir, led by music teacher Richard Garbett, achieved an award-winning performance in their first virtual competition in the UK Schools Music Festival. The choir, comprised of 10 students aged 15 to 18, submitted their entry of "You Do Not Walk Alone" by Elaine Hagenberg and received 96 out of 100 points, winning a trophy and individual gold award certificates. The choir's performance was a culmination of their hard work and dedication, with Garbett praising their professional and accomplished performances. The chamber choir was established seven years ago by Garbett and has since become a fulfilling experience for its members.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Spalding High School's Chamber Choir, led by Richard Garbett, achieved an award-winning performance in the UK Schools Music Festival, receiving 96 out of 100 points.
  • The choir's hard work and dedication were recognized, with Garbett praising their professional and accomplished performances.
  • The chamber choir was established seven years ago and has since become a fulfilling experience for its members.
  • The choir's repertoire features challenging music, including pieces that divide into up to eight separate vocal parts and intricate close harmonies.
  • The UK Schools Music Festival allowed the school to raise money for the Music of Life charity, a national organization providing music making to unlock potential and transform the lives of disabled children and young people.
  • The choir has also raised funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK through their performances, with a total of £1470 raised for both causes.

Statistics:

  • 96 out of 100 points received by the Spalding High School's Chamber Choir in the UK Schools Music Festival.
  • 10 members in the Spalding High School's Chamber Choir.
  • 34 years of teaching experience held by Richard Garbett.
  • 7 years of establishment as a chamber choir by Garbett.
  • £1470 raised by the school through performances for Music of Life charity and Pancreatic Cancer UK.
  • 120 members in the larger school choir group led by Richard Garbett.

Sources:

  • bridie.short@iliffepublishing.co.uk
  • www.lincsonline.co.uk

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