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Curriculum Leader: |
Mr D Pritchard |
2nd in Department: |
Mr J Rhodes |
Contact Email: woods14@leedslearning.net
It's a Brazilian Breeze
As usual Leeds' International Breeze Festival came to Benton Park this year with a Brazilian theme. Pupils had the opportunity to get involved in a project that is a fusion of Capeoira, a Brazilian martial art dance, Samba, Makulele and street dance. Inevitably the school's own renowned Samba band was also involved. The festival culminated, for pupils, in a performance at the Carriageworks Theatre, Millennium Square, Leeds on Thursday, 29th June, after putting on shows for pupils in school.
Earlier in the school year, Principal Anne Clarke visited Brazil with a view to fostering links with schools there. In September 2006 Dave Pritchard, Curriculum Leader for Music, will be visiting the country to develop these further.
Battle of the Bands
Working with Kenzi won the Battle of the Bands that took place in March at Beckfoot School, Bingley. The 'indi' band, Emily Bolton (vocals), Matthew Toczek (lead guitar), Kirstin Spence (drums) and Fliss (bass), won the audience vote with four of their own compositions.
The band are regulars on the Leeds and Bradford gig circuit. Emily, who formed the band, said 'We had a great time at Beckfoot and we were delighted to win'.
In Summary:
Italian Trip - 2004-05
School Concerts - Senior and Junior - 2004-05
Carnival Performances - 2004-05
Carnival Performances - 2005-06
Battle of the Bands - Finalists: 2005
Battle of the Bands - Finalists: 2006
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Samba Band |
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Monday |
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1.00pm |
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Jazz Band |
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Thursday |
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2.45pm |
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Pop Choir |
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Tuesday |
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Lunch |
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Club Name: |
Jazz Band |
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Wednesday |
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Lunch |
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Junior Jazz Band
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Samba Band |
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Thursday |
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Lunch |
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Junior Samba Band
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