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On Tuesday 23 June, Westminster City School proudly presented its Inspiring Creative Futures Concert at Smith Square Hall, celebrating a year of musical growth, collaboration and incredible student performances.

The concert showed the most recent achievement in the school’s partnership with the Smith Square Sinfonia, which brings together students from across the Music Department to perform in one of London’s most historical and cultural venues. Everyone enjoyed a varied programme featuring the Chamber Choir, School Orchestra, Gospel Choir, School Band and the debut performance of the newly formed Guitar Ensemble.

Head of Music, Ms Chan, shared the following:

“We are still in awe of what our students achieved. On one of the hottest days of the year, they performed with such confidence, resilience and grace. I’m incredibly proud of the final performance, but even more proud of the hard work, commitment and determination that got them there.

"The repertoire was more ambitious than ever this year and they rose to every challenge. From the Chamber Choir and School Orchestra to the Gospel Choir, School Band and the debut of our Guitar Ensemble, every group contributed something truly special."

Year 7 Music Scholar Jacob reflected on the experience saying:

"It was exciting to have a leading part singing in front of such a large audience because we’d been preparing for the concert for a long time. My favourite part was performing with the Guitar Ensemble because it brought together students from different year groups who wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to play together."

Year 12 student Aisha added:

"Performing at Smith Square Hall was an incredible experience. It was so rewarding to see all the songs we’d worked so hard on come together in such an iconic venue. We’re so grateful for the support and guidance from Ms Chan, Mr Valles and all of the music teachers who helped make it possible."

The audience included the Lord Mayor of Westminster, Councillor Karen Scarborough, who praised both the quality of the performances and the professionalism shown by Westminster City School students throughout the evening.

The concert was a beautiful celebration of musical excellence as well as the opportunities that describe Music at Westminster City School. Through partnerships such as the Smith Square Sinfonia, students have the opportunity to learn from professional musicians, perform in exceptional venues and develop the confidence, discipline and teamwork that will stay with them for a long time, even after they finish their studies at Westminster City School.