SAM KNOCK attended a Choral Summer School at Eton College.
Being in a new environment is always an interesting experience. Going to one of the most well known schools in our country was no different. My time at Eton taught me a variety of new ways of approaching music and how to achieve my full potential every time I sing. The course taught me how to make the most of opportunities I would not see very often, such as small ensemble work in trios, and close harmony barbershop-style singing. The most important aspect of the course for me did not involve learning how to become a better musician directly, but how to be aware when I am making slight mistakes and how I could alter passages of music to make them mean something to my audience. Because of this course I have improved my musicality in every aspect, and I have come home as a more confident singer. Lastly, I cannot show enough appreciation for the Old Burians, especially John Ottley for helping me raise the funds needed to take part in this course. Thank you. (Sam was subsequently awarded a Choral Scholarship at Norwich Cathedral for 2014-15)