Badminton School’s chamber choir, Schola Cantorum, has won the Girls’ School Association’s (GSA) Senior Choir of the Year 2025 Competition.
Schools from across the country submitted video entries in the first round, with five choirs invited to compete in the final in Warwick. Schola sang Lift Thine Eyes by Felix Mendelssohn and the Agnus Dei from A Little Jazz Mass by Bob Chilcott.
The girls were directed by Badminton’s director of music Jack Lapthorn-Graham and accompanied by deputy head and teacher of music Ian Senior.
Jack Lapthorn-Graham said: “I am so proud of Schola for winning the 2025 GSA Choir of the Year Competition. They sang so beautifully and performed with real heart. I was so impressed with their blend, togetherness and wonderfully warm sound.”
Aliza, in Lower Sixth and a member of Schola Cantorum, said: “Singing with choirs from across the country and in a competitive environment was an invaluable experience. It truly makes all the hours in evening and extra rehearsals feel worthwhile, and it is an achievement which makes me proud to be a part of Schola.”
Jessica Miles, head of Badminton School, said: “I am extremely proud of Schola for their remarkable achievement in winning GSA’s Senior Choir of the Year. This accomplishment highlights their dedication and talent, as well as the guidance provided by our music department. Congratulations to all involved.”