By Mr Keating-Roberts (Director of Music)

As the festive season fast approaches, BGS experienced a magical evening filled with enchanting melodies and festive cheer at the annual Senior School Christmas concert Monday 11th December. The Assembly Hall was transformed into a winter wonderland, setting the stage for an unforgettable night of music.

The concert kicked off with a dramatic entrance from Bel Canto, treating us to a candle lit entrance beautifully singing the Procession from Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols before dramatically changing the pace with This Little Babe from the same work.

Several standout moments during the concert left a lasting impression. The singers were a tour de force starting with Serena Jacob (Lower Sixth) who delivered a breath-taking solo performance of Après un rêve’ by Fauré, showcasing supreme vocal control. The rendition of ‘When Christmas Comes to Town’ by Liberty McNiff (Year 9) left the audience in awe, with many attendees expressing their appreciation for the spine-tingling beauty of the piece. Thandi Shongwe (Year 11) absolutely blew us away with an incredible performance of O Holy Night, a true Christmas classic performed with a real sense of style and panache.

Read the Senior School Christmas Concert review here.

The festive season was brought to life with boundless energy and adorable performances at the BGS Junior School Christmas Concert on Tuesday 12th December. The BGS community gathered at the Randle Hall to witness the charm and enthusiasm of the younger performers in the school community.

The concert began with The Junior Choir taking the stage with their rendition of Jingle Bells. The Junior Choir is one of our largest ensembles with over 70 members and their spirited performance Got the evening off to a flying start.

Read the Junior School Christmas concert review here.