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The xylophone ensemble, in particular, provides a beautiful reminder of why music
A Message from holds such a vital place in education. When a child holds a pair of mallets,
focuses on pitch and rhythm, and strikes a note in perfect harmony with their peers,
MR MURRAY far more is happening than meets the ear. They are discovering coordination and

focus, developing fine motor skills and auditory memory, and delivering creativity
and teamwork through performance.
HEADMASTER

Music connects so many strands of learning. It strengthens memory and
problem-solving, builds discipline and self-confidence, and nurtures empathy
through shared creative experiences. When a pupil learns to listen carefully to the
rhythm of others, they are also learning to collaborate - to take turns, to support,

The Power of Music: and to lead. These are precisely the attributes we want our young learners to carry
beyond the stage and into every aspect of their academic and personal lives.
Discovering, Developing,

and Delivering Through

Sound

urprisingly, my office is quite close to
the music room, at least as the crow
Sflies. Many an hour goes by with me

being serenaded by the gentle background
sounds of xylophones, clarinets, pianos and
guitars, drifting down from above. It has “Music education
become a calming inspiration to me as I
send emails, hold meetings and review pupil opens doors that help At APS, our mission to Discover, Develop, and Deliver is not confined to the
data at my desk. This week, however, the classroom. It resonates in every song sung, every note played, and every applause
sound of music has shifted to our school children pass from shared. Through music, our pupils discover new talents and possibilities within
hall, not as a background tune, but as a bold school into the world themselves; they develop perseverance, focus, and a sense of community; and they
statement of the learning, creativity, and deliver performances that inspire pride - in themselves, their teachers, and their
confidence of Abuja Preparatory School. around them — a families.

Our Upper Key Stage 2 pupils have been world of work, culture, To watch our Year 5 and 6 pupils perform with such enthusiasm and poise is to
working tirelessly in preparation for their intellectual activity, and witness education in its most holistic form. Music has reminded us this week that
Music Showcase, which will feature learning is not just about knowledge - it is about joy, connection, and the courage
everything from recorder ensembles and human involvement.” to perform before others.
individual vocal performances to xylophone
ensembles - each performance a testament to We hope to continue hosting music concerts this school year for Lower Key Stage
the growing skills of our students, and their – Gerald R. Ford - 38th President of the 2 (Term 2) and Key Stage 1 (Term 3). And our after-school music clubs are still
confidence and joy in learning music. United States. running on Wednesdays (Y1-6) and Thursdays (Early Years). Together, let us

continue to embrace the incredible possibilities that music can realise in our
children’s lives.

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