KS1 & KS2 Choir Performance

First time that many of the children had been on the stage!

First time that many of the children had been on the stage!

On Thursday 27th October, the KS1 and KS2 choirs enjoyed performing for their peers in years 1-6 and teachers in the theatre. This was the first time that the two choirs had collaborated together, as well as the first time that many of the children had been on the stage. 

The children performed enthusiastically after only 6 rehearsals during our after school club on Mondays, and received a rousing applause from the audience. 

There are numerous reported benefits from singing including: psychological, physical, social, musical and educational. Singing helps children’s memory retention, improves reading skills as well as their enjoyment of the curriculum. Research has shown that singing lights up more areas of the brain than any other activity. Whilst singing, children’s self-esteem is boosted and they feel socially included. They understand the importance of teamwork, it improves their communication skills, language acquisition and enables them to develop new friendships. Events like stage performances are able to bring the school community together like no other activity. 

We are excited to continue our weekly rehearsals after school and during lunchtimes, in preparation for a very special winter performance in December, for students, teachers and parents. Our choir is expanding rapidly in popularity - the KS2 choir has now grown to 38 members and the KS1 choir to 20 members!