On Friday 23 November the Newington College Orchestra were privileged to have a guest conductor work with them – Jessica Cottis. Jessica is the newly appointed Assistant Conductor for the Sydney Symphony and is based in Glasgow where she has worked with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.

This was a unique and exciting opportunity for our boys and one which they grasped enthusiastically. Jessica was suitably impressed with the boys and looks forward to a return visit in 2013 if schedules permit.

Luke Gilmour
Director of Bands