Pupils from both Prep and Senior took part in this year’s Maidenhead Festival of Music at Norden Farm. Across all performances, pupils impressed adjudicators with confident delivery, musical skill and stage presence, marking a strong start to the competitive music season.
Prep School Highlights
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Isabella – Silver Medal, Piano Grade 1
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Claire – Gold Medal, Piano Grade 3 (Outstanding)
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Rosie – Silver Medal, Show Song Solo 10–11
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Jemima and Electra – notable piano performances
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Leah and Zeynep – notable vocal performances
Claire’s Grade 3 piano performance received special recognition, with the judge pausing their written notes to listen. Her progress since last year has been particularly strong.
Senior School Highlights
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Phoebe – Silver, Intermediate Piano Recital & Silver, Harp Instrumental Grade 1–3
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Carla – Silver, Piano Grade 7
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Paige – Gold, Piano Grade 8
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Edie – Gold, Show Song Solo 12–13
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Harry – Gold, Show Song Solo 14–16
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Hugo – Silver, Show Song Solo 14–16
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Nico – notable piano performance
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Natalia, Jessica, Sebastian and Lucy – notable vocal performances
Looking Ahead
The Maidenhead Festival is the first of five major music competitions this academic year. Upcoming events include the ISA Young Musician Competition, the ISA Musical Theatre Competition, the Woodley Festival of Music and Arts, and the UK Schools Music Festival, offering both video and live performance opportunities.
These events provide pupils with opportunities to develop their skills, perform in new settings and continue building confidence as musicians.
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