On 20th and 21st October, BVIS was honoured to welcome Ms Erin Wight, Curriculum Specialist from The Juilliard School – one of the world’s most prestigious performing arts conservatories in New York.
During her two-day visit, Ms Erin brought a wonderful atmosphere of creativity, inspiration, and a deep love for music to our school community.
Her viola accompanied her throughout each session, filling classrooms and halls with expressive melodies that captivated both students and teachers. During the Primary Assembly, her performance drew every listener into the music, showing that music is not only a form of performance but also a way to understand, connect, and express oneself.
In the EYFS classrooms, laughter and movement filled the air as she guided our youngest learners to express emotions through rhythm and dance. With Primary students, Ms Erin introduced more advanced concepts such as pitch, rhythm, and vocal techniques, helping children visualise musical ideas through gestures and sound.
In the Secondary phase, Ms Erin also had an opportunity to serve as a judge for the Battle of the Bands competition, alongside Mr David Lewis, Primary Music Teacher, and Mr Denis Agafonov, Secondary Music and Drama Teacher.
The judging panel praised each performance for its energy, creativity, and teamwork, celebrating the students’ passion for music.
Ms Erin also met with Ms Frances Amos and Year 13 students to discuss future pathways and opportunities in music.
Her visit was not only a privilege for BVIS but also an enduring source of inspiration for our students, reaffirming the value of a well-rounded arts education that is nurtured from the very first years of learning at BVIS.
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