Music directory

From classical orchestras and choirs to jazz bands and cappella groups, we have a wealth of musical ensembles at Downe House.

Prima Voce

This prestigious auditioned chamber choir is open to all girls in the Sixth Form. Prima Voce were awarded ‘Senior Choir of the Year’ in 2018 at the finals of the Barnardo’s National Choral Competition held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

Polyphonix (Choral)

Polyphonix is a non-auditioned choir open to all girls in the Lower Fifth, Upper Fifth and Sixth Form and were awarded ‘Senior Choir of the Year’ in 2019 at the finals of the Barnardo’s National Choral Competition.

In Harmony

In Harmony is an auditioned choir for girls in Lower Fourth and Upper Fourth. It provides an excellent opportunity to explore the challenge and fun of singing in a smaller group.

Once Removed

Once Removed is our choir for all pupils in Remove. It rehearses weekly and is often a girl’s first experience of music at Downe House. 

Chamber Orchestra

Each year Downe House’s top instrumental musicians are invited to play in Chamber Orchestra, an ensemble based upon the conventional set up for a small classical orchestra. This orchestra consists of musicians typically ABRSM Grade 6 and above. Their main performances in the school calendar are at the Michaelmas Concert and Founder’s Weekend each year.

Symphony Orchestra

The largest instrumental ensemble at Downe House for intermediate and advanced players, typically ABRSM Grade 5 and above. Performing works from classical to film at the biggest School concerts.

Big Band

Big Band is a jazz ensemble which evolves each year based on its instrumentalists and singers. Typically for ABRSM Grade 4 / 5 and above, they are always a highlight of Founder’s Weekend and perform a variety of jazz classics and modern arrangements.

Sinfonia

Sinfonia involves students who are Grade 2 and above on an instrument and performs both classical and popular repertoire.

Robinson Singers

Established in 2013, Robinson Singers is an auditioned A Capella group and is entirely student led.

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