The event culminated in a grand concert, where pupils performed in front of eager parents, teachers and Epsom College staff. Featuring pupils from Years 3 to 6, ranging from Grade 1 to 7, the day celebrated both musical talent and the sense of community fostered through orchestral collaboration.
Following morning rehearsals and a well-earned lunch, parents and guests were welcomed to Main Hall for afternoon tea before enjoying the concert in Big School. The young musicians delighted the audience with performances of well-loved film scores, including pieces from The Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean. For many of the pupils, this was their first experience playing in public as part of such a large ensemble.
In addition to rehearsals, pupils were treated to a special performance by the College’s music scholars. Several of the scholars also generously volunteered their time to support the afternoon rehearsals, providing mentorship and inspiration to the younger musicians.
This year’s Strings Day welcomed pupils from: Banstead Prep, Donhead, Falcons School, Finton House, Halstead St Andrew’s, Hampton Prep, Homefield, Oakhyrst Grange, Rowan Prep, The Study Prep, and Willington.
The day was led by Freddy Wickham, with the assistance of Paul Johnson-Hyde, the Director of Music, our cello and double bass teachers, Dr Joseph Spooner and Nick Ereaut.
