BSG was delighted to welcome back Juilliard Music Curriculum Specialist, Ms Andrea Lee, who played a key role in launching the Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Programme in 2015. During the recent visit, Andrea engaged with the talented Music Team through observations, one-on-one debriefs, and whole-team professional development sessions.
As part of the visit, the Juilliard Music Curriculum Specialist also taught two classes, leading students in dynamic jazz explorations. In Year 9, students explored improvisational strategies, culminating in a whole-class “jam” where each student performed a solo over a 12-bar blues. This experience provided a strong foundation for analysing solo performances in Thelonious Monk’s piece, Blue Monk. Meanwhile, Year 5 students delved into improvisation by learning blues articulations and short melodic gestures on xylophones, using these elements to craft their own musical stories. Their learning was further enriched by listening to jazz trumpeter Bubber Miley’s expressive storytelling through music.
BSG greatly appreciated Andrea’s insights and contributions during the visit and looks forward to future collaborations.
At BSG, we dedicated an entire week to celebrating International Women’s Day with engaging and meaningful activities, ensuring that every student understands its significance.
Last week, our dedicated teachers and leaders travelled to Shanghai for the Nord Anglia China International Schools Leadership Conference, focusing on "planning for the probable, while considering the possible."
Last weekend, our students—Livvy (9A), Clayton (8D), Juliet (9C), and Eunice (10C)—had the incredible opportunity to attend the ISCMS Orchestra and Choir Festival in Shanghai, an experience they will never forget.
Today our school was full of excitement as we celebrated Chinese New Year together! The day started with our adorable Early Years students singing beautifully in Chinese, followed by amazing performances from students across the school.
