Three St Benedict’s pupils have been accepted into the National Youth Boys’ Choir, following recent auditions attended by hundreds of young singers from all over the UK.
Toby Moore, aged 13, Mark Maalouf, aged 12, and Artie Hair, aged 10,are all choristers in the Ealing Abbey Choir, and sing in several other choirs at St Benedict's. The NYCGB performs at venues around the UK, including the Royal Festival Hall, the Royal Albert Hall and Sage Gateshead. Toby, Mark and Artie will be singing with the Boys' choir.
The Director of Music at St Benedict's, Chris Eastwood, said: ‘I am delighted that Mark, Artie and Toby have been offered places in the National Youth Choir of Great Britain. This is a great testament to their talent and hard work over a number of years. I am sure they will have a wonderful time as part of a world-renowned institution.’
Mark said: ‘It was really great to hear that I’d got in! I’m looking forward to the residential courses.’ Arthur said: ‘I didn’t expect to get in because people from all over the country auditioned! I’m very pleased to have been accepted.’
