Blessed Trinity ‘guitar hero’ helping pupils make the grade
Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College pupils have been making the grade in guitar.
Nick Mackey, a guitar specialist with the London College of Music, travels all over the world as a senior examiner but also spends two days a week at Blessed Trinity, providing the pupils with top class lessons.
Nick, who has recently carried out exams in Barbados, Italy, Switzerland and India, said: “They are all really talented and work very hard.”
Danni Garcia achieved a Grade 5 Distinction and said: “I have been learning the guitar for three years. I started in primary schools with ukelele lessons and that’s where I found a love of music. I taught myself so, when I came here, guitar was the next step up. It’s fun to do.”
Mia Quimpo was awarded a Grade 2 Distinction. She said: “I have been learning the guitar since Year 6. I like it as I can write my own songs and play them.”
Andrew Berry celebrated a Grade 2 Merit. He said: “The lessons in school have brought me on a lot and it’s where I can pass my grades.”
Blossom P achieved a Grade 1 Merit and said: “I have been learning guitar since the start of Year 7, I like playing nice tunes.”
Cameron Hodgson also achieved a Grade 1 Merit. He said: “I enjoy playing my guitar with other people, it’s enjoyable.”
Annabelle Bradley secured a Grade 1 Pass. She added: “I like it as I can play my favourite songs, like Billie Eilish. I am now working towards my Grade 2.”