Year 5 and 6 LSO Trip

We believe in providing opportunities for pupils that widens their experiences.   Year 6 pupils were fortunate enough to be invited to an interactive interpretation of 'The Firebird' by the London Symphony Orchestra at The Barbican Centre in London.

Classical music and musicians may not play a heavy part in an average day for a 10/11 year old, so it was fascinating to see their amazement at the variety of instruments, the intricate conducting and the impressive collaboration the musicians demonstrated.

My favourite instrument was the harp because it sounded so magical and calming.
Peiyce Egan, Redwood

It has really inspired me to play an instrument. Maybe I should take up the violin!
Evan Andrews

We listened to the orchestra and observed how they changed pitch and tempo as well as participated in using hand signals to complement the mood of the music. We also sang 'The Deal' which we have been learning in class!

To finish off a brilliant day, on the way home, the children made the school proud by helping someone in need by carrying shopping up the stairs at Gidea Park. Well done!