On Tuesday this week (11th March 2014) 17 Castle School pupils and 9 staff (supported by many mums, dads and grandmas) travelled to London to perform in The Royal Albert Hall. What a fantastic day. We left very early from school and spent the morning rehearsing in The wonderful Albert Hall. Then we had a break for a few hours to have a look around London on coach and then grab a bite to eat before returning to perform the Carl Orff work Carmina Burana. We stood and performed with 1000 other young people from Berkshire secondary schools. It is an understatement to say it was amazing. Our pupils made us very very proud indeed. They sung their hearts out and showed everyone that we can do anything that we choose to do. Of course, we couldn't have done it without the support of the staff: Lisa Boorman, Dominie Burton, Ola White, Chris Mason, Sandra Young, Pearl James - and James Whybra for being our parent-liaison for the day; and parents for supporting and encouraging throughout the whole journey.
But there is one person who made the whole adventure possible with her energy, drive and determination is Ali Watkinson - our phenomenal music teacher. She made this a reality and ensured that all our pupils were able to perform alongside some of the best musicians and singers the county has to offer.
Well done to everyone. If you click this link you will find a Youtube video that was taken on the night and shows a selection of the songs so you can see how incredible it sounded. Share with friends and show what our kids are capable of.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmXYOqrLYaY
Thank you again to everyone involved - this was a true team effort
