On Wednesday, musicians from Pencoed Comprehensive joined together with learners from seven other schools across Bridgend, to perform alongside members of BBC National Orchestra of Wales.
The all day event saw BBC NOW deliver a short concert to learners from Year 7, as well as from our feeder primaries Pencoed Primary and Croesty. It was an opportunity for them to experience live classical music, and learn aboutt different instruments and compositional techniques. There was plenty of audience participation, which went down well with the PE department!
Then it was down to business, as learners from each of the schools came together to begin orchestra rehearsals, alonside staff from Bridgend Music Service. They were later joined and mentored by members of BBC Now, and their conductor, who led the final concert to parents, carers and learners.
This was a valuable experience for all learners, and for many was their first time performing in an orchestra environment. We hope it has continued to fuel their passion for music.
