Congratulations to Aimee S.  (S6) who was awarded the accolade of top vocalist at the prestigious Scottish Young Musicians Final 2024 which was held at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow. 31 participants representing the best young musicians from across Scotland’s local authorities competed.

Aimee’s prize will include a tour of Scottish Opera, a coaching session with their Head of Music, an interview with their General Director Alex Reedijk and tickets for their forthcoming production.

Clips from the day and an interview with Aimee can be viewed here:

In recognition of Aimee’s commitment to musical success, Chief Executive of East Ayrshire Council, Eddie Fraser, invited Aimee to a Civic Recognition event on 21st June. She is pictured below with Provost John Todd and Depute Provost Claire Leitch who also attended the event. Congratulations Aimee!

Well done to Aimee S. in S6 who was invited to perform at the annual East Ayrshire Council Employee Excellence Awards last Friday 17th May.

She performed four songs to the guests in the beautiful surroundings of Dean Castle on what was a gloriously sunny day. Well done Aimee!

Congratulations go to two of our Advanced Higher music pupil’s Aimee Sharp and Rhys Hamilton who participated in the East Ayrshire Young Musician 2024 final last night.

Rhys performed his own composition ‘Grave’ on piano, whilst Aimee sang ‘Still Hurting’ from the musical film The Last Five Years. Both performed extremely confidently and were a credit to the school.

Aimee won the final and will now progress to the national final of the Scottish Young Musician of the Year competition at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in a few weeks time. Congratulations Aimee and good luck!

This year’s Spring Concert will take place on Tue 26 Mar in the school Games Hall.  The concert will start at 7pm and be finished by 8pm.  Tickets are not required, but it would be useful to have an idea of expected numbers, so please fill out this Form to let us know if you intend to come along.

Letter for parents

S4 music pupils attended a concert of film composer John Williams’ music last Saturday, 2nd March. The concert took place at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and was performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.

For many pupils, this was their first time hearing a live symphony orchestra and they were treated to several familiar movie soundtracks from films such as Star Wars, Jaws, Superman, E.T and Indiana Jones. They also got to hear music from some lesser known films and the world premiere of a new piece called ‘Love on the Wing’ by Alice Mills.

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Click here for info about the RCS Production Technology & Management Open Day.  Speak to your teacher for more information and let us know if you decide to go.

We were delighted to receive this certificate from Hansel in recognition of our fundraising effort in the lead up to Christmas.  Thanks again to our woodwind group who braved the cold to perform for the shoppers of our local Sanisbury’s.

Entries are now open for this year’s Young Musician Competition!

The competition takes place on Tuesday 11th March 2024, at 7pm in the school extension.  All competitors should arrive no later than 6.45pm and full school uniform should be worn.

There are 3 classes in which to compete: Junior (S1/2), Intermediate (S3/4) and Senior (S5/6).  There is a maximum of 10 competitors per class – if necessary, heats will be held in advance – time and date TBC.

The winner of the Senior class will go forward to represent Stewarton Academy in the East Ayrshire Young Musician Competition taking place on Thursday 18th April 2024.

To enter, fill out the Form here, with applications closing at the end of the school day on Friday 1st  March 2024.

Note that all competitors must provide a copy of the sheet music that they are performing for the adjudicator to refer to on the night. For more information and advice, speak to any of the Music staff.

Good luck!

Please find links below to the Subject Choice presentations for Music and Music Technology courses.  These have been discussed in class – if you have any more questions, make sure to speak to your class teacher.

Music In S3

Music Technology In S3

Music In S4

Music Technology In S4

Music In S5/6

Click for information about a sound technology open day at RCS.  Let your teacher know if intend to sign up.