Mid-Somerset Festival 2023 Results
Once again, our musicians turned out in force to participate in The Mid-Somerset Festival, and took home a huge number of major awards.This highly competitive... Read More
WOODWIND
Overview
Our woodwind department attracts pupils from all over the world and enjoys an international reputation as a centre of excellence for young musicians.
Co-ordinator of Woodwind, Edward Leaker, ensures that young woodwind players receive the best musical training in a supportive environment. Strong emphasis is placed on developing an individual programme of study for each pupil that inspires confidence and produces the highest level of musicianship.
What We Offer
- A positive, individual tailored programme of study to maximise your musical potential
- A realistic preparation for the next stage in your musical career
- Up to two hours of one-to-one tuition per week with specialist staff and the opportunity to receive tuition on a second instrument
- Regular masterclasses on solo and chamber repertoire from distinguished orchestral players, music college and university professors from around the world
- Numerous performance opportunities outside of school with recent tours to The Hague and Hong Kong
- Timetabled practice periods within the school day.
Weekly Ensembles & Performance Opportunities
Symphony Orchestra
Symphonic Wind Orchestra
Jazz Orchestra
Chamber Wind Ensemble
Clarinet Ensemble
Saxophone Choir
Saxophone Quartet
Double Reed Ensembles
Baroque Ensemble
Flute Ensembles
Wind Quintets
Baroque Ensemble
Chamber Groups (in collaboration with other departments)
Flute Performance Seminar
Jazz Ensemble (Second Big Band)
Sinfonietta
Advanced Jazz Combo
Intermediate Jazz Combo
Introduction to Jazz Improvisation
Reed Making Classes for Oboists
Woodwind Performance Classes
Meet our Woodwind Staff
Co-ordinator of Woodwind Studies
Staff Structure
Edward Leaker, Co-ordinator of Woodwind Studies
Baroque Flute
Elizabeth Walker
Bassoon
Peter Harrison
Clarinet
Richard Russell
Edward Leaker
Anna Hashimoto (Consultant)
Flute
Susie Hodder-Williams
Elizabeth Walker
Oboe
Elizabeth Fyfe
Recorder
Tabea Debus
Anna Stegmann (Consultant)
Saxophone
Edward Leaker
Andy Tweed (Consultant)
Some of our specialist staff
Masterclasses and Visiting Artists
Our Woodwind Department has attracted a host of internationally-acclaimed artists to give masterclasses, workshops and performances...
Latest News
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RCM trip
The Wind, Brass and Percussion Departments enjoyed a visit to the Royal College of Music (RCM) on Monday 13th March. The trip included the opportunity... Read More -
Lily’s Cherubim Music Trust recital
Specialist Flautist Lily Owens (Year 11) performed a recital at London’s Savile Club for the Cherubim Music Trust who have pledged to support her in... Read More -
Woodwind trip to Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Woodwind pupils were treated to an inspiring day at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Wells oboists were invited to take part in a masterclass with Jonathan... Read More -
Promenade Concerts
The Epiphany Term saw the return of our ever popular Promenade Concert series in Wells Cathedral.We were delighted to share this year’s Brass and Percussion... Read More -
Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal
The Symphony Orchestra met in the evening of the first day back at School of 2023 to begin work on the epic Symphony No. 2... Read More -
Amelia and Josh Win Heat in Rotary Competition
Congratulations to Amelia Wise (Lower Sixth) and Josh Milton (Upper Sixth) who won their Rotary Competition heats. The Rotary Competition consists of four heats, for... Read More -
Wells Cathedral School Musicians Celebrate National Recognition
A large number of musicians will be representing Wells Cathedral School in national-level ensembles and choirs this year, both in the UK and beyond.Five pupils... Read More
After Wells
Each year many of our senior woodwind pupils are offered places at leading music conservatoires and universities – often with major scholarships. The woodwind department has excellent links with The Royal Academy of Music, The Royal College of Music, The Guildhall School of Music and Drama, The Royal Northern College of Music, The Royal Welsh College of Music, Trinity College of Music and Royal Birmingham Conservatoire as well as European and US conservatoires.
Summer School
International Wind, Brass and Percussion Summer School
Sunday 23 – Saturday 29 July 2023
Join us for an inspiring and fun week!
Our world-class tutors will nurture young musicians (aged 10-18) to develop their skills and confidence by exploring a range of exciting musical styles. This course isn’t suitable for complete beginners – you will need a basic ability to play your instrument and read music.
£995 Boarding £785 Day
