02/06/2026
Yesterday our Year 10 GCSE Music students took part in the culmination of the Lights, Camera, Score project, working alongside students from North Halifax Grammar School, professional composers Gregory Boardman and Ben Ellin and musicians from the English Chamber Orchestra.
The day began with a special concert from the English Chamber Orchestra for pupils from Calder Primary School, giving our younger musicians the opportunity to experience live orchestral music up close before the GCSE students got to work on their own project.
Over the past half term, Year 10 students have been composing original music to accompany a short film, developing their composition, listening and performance skills. Yesterday they had the exciting opportunity to hear their music brought to life by performing alongside professional musicians before taking part in a live performance.
The day concluded with a fantastic showcase for parents, carers and guests, celebrating the students' creativity, hard work and musical achievement. We are incredibly proud of the professionalism, commitment and enthusiasm shown by all involved.
A huge thank you to the English Chamber Orchestra, Gregory Boardman, Ben Ellin, North Halifax Grammar School, Calder Primary School and everyone at Calder High School who helped make this unique experience possible.
We look forward to sharing the finished film and soundtrack when the final recording is complete!
