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Past Music Events

Vocal Recital | June 2026

17th June 2026Heather Morgan

Last night’s Vocal Recital featured stunning performances by students from Year 7 to Year 13.

What truly stole the show was the overwhelming spirit of camaraderie in the room. The applause and genuine cheers that met the end of each performance perfectly captured the power of our school community and the core ethos behind "Team Music."

While stepping onto a stage can be incredibly daunting, the deeply supportive environment created by the students transformed last night into a masterclass in mutual encouragement.

Congratulations to all of our performers—you should be immensely proud of everything you have achieved this year! Please enjoy the recorded highlights of this memorable evening below.

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Y3 Woodwind Starters’ Celebration | June 2026

16th June 2026Heather Morgan

Yesterday's Woodwind Starters' Celebration saw Year 3 Clarinetists and Flutists perform in front of an audience. Each student did a brilliant job, and it was a fantastic way to finish a year of musical learning and progress!

It is special to think of where these students will be in their musical learning in years to come at Simon Balle. It was especially poignant having older siblings in the audience whose musical journey began at this concert many years ago, and has now grown over the years into our Junior Wind Band, Saxidentals and many more!

We are looking forward to seeing what this cohort achieves in the years to come!

Thank you to all the families who came to support  - please enjoy the audio recording here!

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Piano Recital | May 2026

18th May 2026Heather Morgan

Congratulations to all students who performed at the Piano Recital on Monday! All the performances were fantastic, and it is incredible to see the development of young pianists!

Thank you to Mr Lovell and Mr Willis for hosting the evening and for all of the support given to students in their lessons.

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Press Start: A Symphonic Gaming Odyssey | April 2026

25th April 2026Heather Morgan

What a fantastic Saturday evening, with the incredible music of over 100 Wind and Brass musicians from Years 5 - 13. It was a delight to hear such exciting and engaging music, across Junior Wind, the Brass ensemble, Concert Band, Saxidentals and an incredible rendition of 'Big Blue' performed by 36 saxophonists!

The concert was one of the most musically and technically challenging concerts we have staged in many years. Innovation was around every corner, including Mario Kart Coconut Mall being played live and engaging video and gaming footage across repertoire, allowing the audience to watch on in awe!

A huge thank you to our incredible music department, the support of our wonderful families, and, of course, our truly dedicated and talented musicians.

"Thank you for such a great evening of music on Saturday, [our musician] really enjoyed it.

They are very lucky students indeed to have these opportunities, please thank all for the music staff for us."

Press Start programme 25th April 26

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Rock Gig | March 2026

26th March 2026Heather Morgan

Wow! One of our best Rock Gigs to date!

Each Rock School band performed to such a high level, it was incredible to see the team work and musicianship across the year groups. It was fantastic to see students stepping into to support other bands.

Please enjoy the videos here:

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Year 2 Strings Training Celebration | March 2026

24th March 2026Heather Morgan

Congratulations to all of the Year 2 String Students who performed at last night's performance!

After two terms of learning, our Year 2 Violin and Cellists performed to their first live audience - and a fantastic performance it was.

Please enjoy the audios here -

 

Y2 Strings Celebration Running Order

Autumn Leaves
Skip to my Lou
Jig
Kick Start
Cowboy Chorus
Drunken Sailor
Hard and Fast
Cowboy Chorus 2
Lightly Row
Trick or Treat
Willow Waltz
Mini Mozart
Boogie Band
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Acoustic Guitar Recital | March 2026

19th March 2026Heather Morgan

The Acoustic Guitar Recital will take place on Thursday 19th March in the Rehearsal Room at 6pm. This recital will feature Mr Niesyto's students.

Recitals are a fantastic performance opportunity with a live audience, and are a great way to develop your musical skills. 

We are looking forward to celebrating Mr Niesyto's students. 

What do performers need to wear or bring?

Students do not have to wear uniform, but please ensure the outfit is appropriate for a school performance. Please bring your music with you. 

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Larch Celebration of Music | March 2026

18th March 2026Heather Morgan

A fantastic evening spent celebrating our Larch Musicians!

Students have worked really hard this term, and the results really showed at this concert!

Please enjoy the audios here!

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Rock School: Open Mic Night – March 2026

18th March 2026Heather Morgan

A fantastic Open Mic Night featuring band and solo performances!

Congratulations to all the fabulous musicians who performed brilliantly!

 

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An Evening with the Simon Balle Big Band | March 2026

14th March 2026Heather Morgan

What an exceptional evening of music and memories with the Simon Balle Community!

Students across Big Band II and The Simon Balle Big Band performed to such a high standard of music - it was utterly fabulous.

You don't get this anywhere else!

Congratulations to all performers and thank you to all of the families that came along to support!

Equipment failure meant that some of the Big band evening was not recorded, but the pictures will be available next week. (off to purchase new equipment......).

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