Spring Music Concert 2025 – A Celebration of Musical Heritage and Student Talent

Last Thursday evening, May 15, King’s-Edgehill School proudly hosted its annual Spring Music Concert, a cherished tradition that showcases the hard work and passion of our music students from Grades 6 through 12.

 

This year’s concert was more than just an enjoyable evening of performances – it was a journey through the history of popular music. Each musical selection was thoughtfully chosen to reflect key moments in the cultural and social evolution of the genre.

 

The evening opened with a vibrant performance of Oh, Darling by The Beatles, performed by our Grade 6 class – a fitting starting point for a concert rooted in pop music history. The Grade 8s followed with Money (That’s What I Want) by Berry Gordy, a song famously covered by The Beatles and written by the founder of Motown Records, one of the most influential music labels of the 20th century.

 

The Grade 10 class delivered a high-energy rendition of Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, a Motown classic originally made famous by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. They also performed Locked Out of Heaven by Bruno Mars, a modern artist whose sound is deeply inspired by the Motown era and Marvin Gaye in particular.

 

The concert also paid tribute to the British Invasion, with students performing Careless Whisper by George Michael and Smoke on the Water by Deep Purple – highlighting the global ripple effect initiated by The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

 

Canadian artists were also well represented. The Grade 6s performed Baby by Justin Bieber, and the Grade 8s gave a smooth performance of I Feel It Coming by The Weeknd – both artists who continue to shape the current music landscape.

 

A highlight of the evening was the Grade 9 class’s heartfelt rendition of Seasons of Love from the musical Rent, paying tribute to the legacy of New York’s musical theatre tradition and its enduring influence on contemporary music.

 

Each class performed at the peak of their ability. This time of year is always bittersweet: the ensembles are at their best, yet come September, new groupings will reshape the musical dynamic – making these exact combinations of students and sounds truly one of a kind.

 

As someone who grew up in a school with a strong music tradition, I know firsthand the profound and lasting benefits of a vibrant music education. Music was a pillar of my development – enriching my mental health, social life, intellectual growth, and cultural understanding. It is my sincere hope that our program offers students a similar source of connection, expression, and joy.

 

Thank you for supporting the arts at KES and for recognizing the tremendous value music education brings to the development of well-rounded, confident, and thriving young people.