Private School News

Strathallan Pupils Sing for the Queen

Strathallan School Chamber Choir travelled to Crathie Kirk, Royal Deeside recently to perform for HRH Queen Elizabeth II. The Choir comprised of Rosie Beetschen, Ollie Wale, Kate Cockburn, Josiah Bircham, Alice INglis, Martin Kwock, Corrie Stewart, Jenny Wood, William Campbell-Gibson, Hannah Johnstone, Sam Lipworth, Catriona MacKenzie, Steven Segaud and Jo MacLachlan.

They stayed at Crathie Manse the previous night and after a successful rehearsal were ready for the morning service at Braemar Kirk followed by the Service at Crathie Kirk which was attended by HRH Queen Elizabeth II. The Choir performed Oculi Omnium by Charles Wood as the Introit, Love Divine by Howard Goodall as the Anthem and the Gaelic Blessing by John Rutter as the blessing.

Photo: pupils with Strathallan teacher, Mrs Carole Sim Sayce and Director of Music, Mr Richard Walmsley in front of Crathie Kirk.