Beau ti ful performances at our Fes ti val of Music
Chamber Choir at our Christmas Carol Service
MUSIC & DRAMA
Senior School Music and Drama The Senior School Music Department has enjoyed another outstanding year, fi lled with exci ti ng performances, inspiring compe titi ons, and wonderful musical achievements from our talented students. The year began with a very special invita ti on from the Lord Mayor of Chester, Cllr Razia Daniels, who welcomed our Chamber Choir and soloists to perform at her charity event held at Eaton Estate. The girls delivered a varied and entertaining programme, showcasing di ff erent musical genres — including a sneak preview of a number from our produc ti on of Six . It was a memorable evening and a brilliant opportunity for the girls to perform in such a pres ti gious se tti ng. Shortly a ft er, the fes ti ve season was ushered in with our annual Christmas Carol Service at Chester Cathedral. This much ‐ loved occasion brought together pupils, sta ff , parents, and alumnae, with beau ti ful performances from our Senior and Lower School choirs. With alumnae represen ti ng classes from 1957 to 2024 in a tt endance, the event was a true celebra ti on of Queen’s community and musical tradi ti on.
small ensembles, and group items, o ff ering something for everyone and bringing a perfect end to another lively and accomplished year of music ‐ making. Individual pupils have also enjoyed notable success this year.
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In February, the spotlight turned to our aspiring musicians as they competed in the annual Queen’s School Fes ti val of Music . Instrumentalists and vocalists from Years 7 to 13 impressed external adjudicators with their talent and versa ti lity. This year’s winner was Year 12 pianist L otus McCarry, whose emo ti ve and brilliant performance cap ti vated the judges. Runner ‐ up Grace Crook in Year 13 was recognised for her excellence across mul ti ple categories, and the Musicality Trophy was awarded to GCSE Music student Ava Smith in Year 10 for her expressive and mature musicianship. The day was fi lled with impressive performances and a strong sense of support among the girls. March saw the return of our Spring Music Concert , a joyful evening fi lled with performances from our choirs, ensembles and soloists. From classical pieces to modern arrangements, the concert was a vibrant celebra ti on of the musical talent nurtured throughout the school. The talent con ti nued to shine at Cabaret , where audiences were treated to two gli tt ering nights of music and drama. The varied programme included instrumental ensembles, solo acts, and vocal performances, with each performer bringing their unique style and fl air to the stage. The musical year was brought to a close with our Summer Soirée , a relaxed and sun ‐ fi lled evening of performances from pupils in Years 7 to 9, supported by our peripate ti c sta ff and the Music Department. The evening included solo recitals,
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1 ‐ 4 Fabulous performances at our Cabaret and Spring Music Concert
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