On the evening of 21st November, The Charter School North Dulwich hosted its inaugural Charter Musician of the Year competition, showcasing the extraordinary talent within our school community. Over 40 students auditioned, and 12 finalists took to the stage for an unforgettable night of music.

The finalists included:

KS3: Betty A (8P), Zai D (7M), Bethan S (7S), Elsa S (8M)

KS4: Linus B (10F), Sophie C (10T), Otto G (10T), William M (10F)

KS5: Harry B (12M), Rowan D-M (12T), Rosanna P (13P), Mary W (12)

The performances ranged from original compositions to interpretations of iconic works, representing a variety of genres. The audience was treated to a display of passion, creativity, and technical skill from all the performers.

Winners by Key Stage:

‍KS3: Betty A

KS4: Sophie C

KS5: Rosanna P

Rosanna P (13P) was crowned the overall winner for her breathtaking rendition of Liebestraum by Franz Liszt, leaving the audience and judges in awe.

A special thank you goes to our esteemed panel of judges: Josh De la Mare, Samantha Desborough, and Cat Mehrabi, who had the challenging task of selecting winners from such a talented group. Thanks also to everyone who attended and supported this event, making it a night to remember.

Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and dedication, and we look forward to continuing this tradition of celebrating musical excellence at Charter!