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The Purcell School The Purcell School is one of the worlds’ finest schools for young musicians aged 11 to 18 and the oldest in the UK. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Based in Hertfordshire, the School provides a rounded education with music at its heart to around 195 talented students. Whether you attended the Central Tutorial School for Young Musicians, or The Purcell School in its Hampstead, Harrow-on-the-Hill or Bushey homes, we are very keen to keep in touch with you and to hear your news. Please take a moment to fill in our online contact form. This will help us to keep our records up-to-date, and will allow you to receive, via email, information that we think may be of interest to you - www.purcell-school.org/alumni-contact-details.html

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Why not have a look at our concerts diary and, even better, come to a concert and see what your successors are up to?

12/10/2026

Meet your new Heads of School for this academic year! 🌟

Following this year’s Purcell Student Leaders elections, we’re thrilled to introduce Emily, Ayman, Julianna and Selin! 🎉

These four are ready to bring fresh ideas, represent our student voice, and lead our community through an incredible year ahead. Congratulations!

Being at Purcell means world-class music education isn't just in our classrooms—it’s right on our doorstep. 🚆🎶Just 20 mi...
12/10/2026

Being at Purcell means world-class music education isn't just in our classrooms—it’s right on our doorstep. 🚆🎶

Just 20 minutes from Central London, our young musicians enjoy direct access to the capital’s world-leading conservatoires. From masterclasses with visiting London faculty on campus to direct pathways into institutions like RAM, RCM, Guildhall, and Trinity Laban, our location gives young musicians a true head start.

Swipe through to see how close we are to London’s top conservatoires and where a Purcell education can take you. ➡️

"I think, therefore I am." 💭In assembly this week, we were challenged to reflect on Descartes’ famous phrase in the era ...
12/10/2026

"I think, therefore I am." 💭

In assembly this week, we were challenged to reflect on Descartes’ famous phrase in the era of Artificial Intelligence.

AI can generate answers, but it can’t replace independent thought. As technology evolves, holding onto our capacity to question, reason, and think critically is what keeps us fundamentally human.

Huge congratulations to Purcell violinist Von on taking 1st place in the prestigious Golden Classical Music Awards Inter...
09/10/2026

Huge congratulations to Purcell violinist Von on taking 1st place in the prestigious Golden Classical Music Awards International Competition! 🏆✨

Her incredible achievement earns her a dream milestone: making her New York City debut at Carnegie Hall this December! We couldn't be prouder to see her talent take the stage in Manhattan. 🗽✨

"The Victorian opera singer who trained some of the 20th century’s greatest voices." 🎭✨For Week 2 of Black History Month...
08/10/2026

"The Victorian opera singer who trained some of the 20th century’s greatest voices." 🎭✨

For Week 2 of Black History Month UK, we are turning our spotlight to the vocal pioneers who broke barriers on the opera stage and shaped the world of vocal pedagogy.

Slide through to discover the extraordinary legacies of sisters Amanda and Luranah Aldridge:

✨ Amanda Ira Aldridge (1866–1956) – A brilliant opera singer who trained at the Royal College of Music under Jenny Lind. After an illness altered her vocal career, she composed under the pseudonym Montague Ring and became a legendary London vocal coach, mentoring icons like Paul Robeson and Marian Anderson.

✨ Luranah Aldridge (1860–1932) – A celebrated contralto whose remarkable vocal range earned her performances across Europe, including accolades from Charles Gounod.

Despite facing systemic barriers in Victorian and Edwardian Britain, both women carved out remarkable careers that paved the way for generations of vocalists to follow.

Lunchtime Organ Recital at St Peter’s Church, St Albans 📍Join us for an afternoon of exceptional organ music performed b...
07/10/2026

Lunchtime Organ Recital at St Peter’s Church, St Albans 📍

Join us for an afternoon of exceptional organ music performed by Year 12 Purcell organist Arthur (student of Tom Winpenny). Set inside the stunning acoustic of St Peter’s Church, this lunchtime recital is the perfect midweek musical escape.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 4th November 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Venue: St Peter's Church, St Albans (AL1 3HG)
🎟️ Admission: Free entry / Retiring collection

Bring a friend, grab some lunch nearby, and support the next generation of young musicians! 🎶✨

Midweek Spotlight: Summer Success for Regina! 🌟Year 8 student Regina (harp & piano) had an extraordinary summer performi...
07/10/2026

Midweek Spotlight: Summer Success for Regina! 🌟

Year 8 student Regina (harp & piano) had an extraordinary summer performing on both of her first-study instruments on major international stages!

🇨🇦 1 August: Regina took to the stage in Toronto for the Focus on Youth concert at One Harp World, performing music by Bernard Andrès and connecting with world-renowned harpists.

🇬🇧 30 August: She returned to the keyboard for a solo recital at the EPTA UK Conference at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, presenting a powerhouse programme of Rachmaninoff, Chopin, and Prokofiev.

"It was a particularly special experience to have had wonderful opportunities to perform on both of my first-study instruments." — Regina

Huge congratulations to Regina and her teachers, Karen Vaughan (harp) and Tessa Nicholson (piano)! 👏✨

06/10/2026

Purcell Live at Lunch series! 🎻🎹🎷 Here’s a look back at what our students brought to the stage.

Purcell student artists sign up to feature in the upcoming programme.
🕐 Monday - Thursday, 1:10pm - 1:40pm

Free entry for music lovers, industry guests and the local community. Join us for 30 minutes of exceptional live music on your lunch hour.

Address

Aldenham Road
Bushey
WD232TS

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+441923331100

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