The music competition was a real treat for everyone this year. We had one of the largest turnouts we’ve had in years, and I was incredibly proud of all the children! Regardless of their grade, or instrument, they performed with engagement, passion and courage.
It takes great courage to step up and share your work with others, and I think that deserves to be celebrated. Music only truly exists because people play for other people, so we are grateful for the generosity and courage our students showed in coming forward and performing for their friends.
We were also very lucky this year to have a former Ficino student returning as one of our judges. Jamie Taylor studied at Ficino from 2014–2016 before receiving a musical scholarship to attend King’s College. He is proficient in three instruments and is now beginning his career as a doctor. He was accompanied by a friend who is a trained singer and is also proficient in several other instruments.
Voice
- 1st: Skylar Z, Yr 4
- 2nd Equal: Mabel W, Yr 3 and Andrew H, Yr 4
Other Instruments
- 1st: Ekagar M, Yr 6 – harmonium
- 2nd: Lucas L, Yr 7 – violin
- 3rd: Amelia F, Yr 5 – trumpet
Piano – Grades 1
- 1st: Simran S, Yr 6
- 2nd: Sihan C, Yr 3
- 3rd: Lucas Q, Yr 2
Piano – Grades 2 & 3
- 1st: Florence C, Yr 5
- 2nd: Ryan Z, Yr 5
- 3rd Equal: Zac L, Yr 5 and Lee H, Yr 8
Piano – Grades 4, 5 & 6
- 1st: Andrew H, Yr 4
- 2nd: Isabella T, Yr 4
- 3rd: Warren L, Yr 8
Overall Winners
- Junior: Andrew H, Yr 4
- Senior: Ekagar M, Yr 6
Special Mentions
- Yongqi H – for her expressive and technically accurate performance of Midnight Escapades.
- Jayden N – for his skillful and steady drum playing.
- Leo R S – for the beautifully rich tone of his saxophone performance.
