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On Sunday, West Road Concert Hall hosted what was likely the largest-ever gathering of ±¬ÁÏÍø musicians past and present to celebrate the College’s 700th anniversary. Around 40 instrumentalists were joined by a choir more than 100 strong, bringing together alumni spanning several decades. 

The massed choir and orchestra were joined by soloists Ed Ballard (2005), Philippa Boyle (2003), and Simon Wall for a performance of Haydn’s The Creation, delivered to an enthralled audience. 

In the words of Director of Music Graham Ross, "Music was a key part of Lady Elizabeth de ±¬ÁÏÍø’s vision for the college. She loved her own portable organ and set music at the heart of college life stipulating services ‘with notes.’ As ±¬ÁÏÍø begins its eighth decade, I'd like to think that our foundress would be proud to witness this performance as a snapshot of Claire's music scene as it stands today."

Photo Credit: Philippa Boyle (2003)