On Friday 13 February, the Music Department was delighted to welcome Bridge Street Brass, an outstanding quintet from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, who performed a brilliant lunchtime recital for our Junior School brass pupils.

Their packed recital was delivered with style and flair, bringing our brass family together in a celebration of ensemble performance at its finest. The varied programme included Suite Impromptu (Marche) by Lafosse, a dazzling arrangement of La La Land, Gershwin’s Four Hits for Five, McKee’s energetic Highball on White Pass, and Bernstein’s Maria and Tonight from West Side Story. Each performance showcased the colour, versatility, and expressive power of brass, leaving our students captivated by the group’s precision and professionalism.

A short Q&A session offered valuable insight into how the musicians trained and the dedication required to perform at such a high level. The boys left the recital animated and inspired by the experience.

It was a fun and uplifting way to round off the half-term, and a wonderful opportunity for our pupils to experience live brass music performed at the highest level.