RELEASE: Tuesday 14th May 2024 It is with the greatest honour that The Purcell School announces His Majesty King Charles III will be retaining Patronage of the School. The news,…
Purcell Pianist Outstanding in Local Festival Congratulations to Year 10 pianist Celeste who was awarded two Outstanding Prizes at the North London Music Festival last weekend. Celeste, who studies…
Purcell Clarinettist Wins at UK Festivals At the end of February, Year 11 clarinettist Marina won the wind section of Bromley Festival of Music and Speech. She was then…
Purcell Student Becomes UK Maths Trust Regional Winner We are over the moon to share the news that Year 9 student Kira has won first place in the East…
The Purcell School is delighted to announce that Mike Cavanagh has been appointed as its new Head of Wind, Brass and Percussion, starting in September 2024. Mike Cavanagh is a…
02.02.1944 – 20.04.2024 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s greatest conductors and Purcell Patron Sir Andrew Davis CBE at the age of 80. He is…
Purcell Pianists Win International Competitions It has been wonderful to return to School after the Easter break to news that not one but two Purcell pianists have triumphed in…
In Touch With Nature The Composition Department’s special project, In Touch with Nature, lead by Junior Composer-in-Association Michael Small reached its culmination on Monday (18/3) evening with the premiere…
Purcell Cellist Triumphs in RSO Competition On Sunday 10th March, Year 8 cellist Siyue took part in the Young Musicians’ Competition organised by Reading Symphony Orchestra (RSO). Siyue played…
Purcell Pianist Performs at Cyprus House The Cyprus House in London played host to a musical evening last Wednesday (28th February), as Year 11 pianist Anna captivated the audience…
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