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Purcell School pupils gave a fantastic concert to a big audience at Wigmore Hall on Sunday evening.  The programme included vocal motets by Farrant, Victoria, Tallis and Duruflé, movements from…

School exams have started – lots of worried faces, and furious last-minute revision. Good luck to everyone!

The leavers all had their photos taken last week, to be presented to them at the end of term. Here is Tracey in action, taking a lovely shot of Juliana….

The Purcell School is pleased to announce that Robert Saxton will become Composer-in-Association at the school from September 2013.  Professor Saxton will visit the school each year to work with…

A lovely Spring morning, with blossom and bulbs.

For the last two days, a BBC film crew has been recording footage around the school in preparation for the Young Musician of the Year Category Finals. Martin, Juliana and…

Was invited yesterday to see the new building at Chetham’s School in Manchester. As you can see, it is very modern and absolutely huge! Enjoyed a fine lunchtime concert (thank…

Fantastic chamber music recital at the Wigmore Hall yesterday. Here are the Ravel Trio relaxing backstage before the performance. Well done to everyone who took part.

The horn section enjoying last minute rehearsals for our QEH concert next Monday.

A lovely sunny morning, ideal for enjoying the autumn colours around the school.