Category: Arts

18th November 24

Douglas Gould’s recent piano lecture-recital was nothing short of mesmerizing; a musician who has truly mastered the art and craft of piano transcription. Gould’s commitment to this nuanced skill has clearly become a lifelong study, and he offered a showcase of piano interpretations that were both intimate and awe-inspiring.  Gould began the evening with a…

6th November 24

We are delighted to report that we have been selected as finalists for the MTI Award in Musical Theatre Provision, for the Music and Drama Education Awards 2025. The award entry focused on the inclusivity of our approach and the wellbeing benefits for all the pupils involved; on stage, backstage, front of house and in…

16th September 24

“Our Year 9-11 pupils were lucky to have an amazing opportunity to visit Barcelona for our latest Music Tour. This fabulous trip included some amazing sightseeing opportunities alongside four memorable concerts in iconic venues. Our Show Band and pupil Band Krash, performed to an audience of over 200 locals and tourist at the fabulous Barcelona…

23rd July 24

“It was lovely to return to Beaulieu Abbey this year, the home of many of Ballard’s classical concerts over the last decade. There was a light, misty rain that gathered around the edges of the Abbey as the musicians made their way to the concert platform. The Senior Chamber Choir, Upper Voices and Year 10…

19th June 24

We were honoured to have actor, Kris Marshall, host an acting masterclass for a selection of our Year 8, 9, and 10 boys. Kris was impressed by the engagement and energy of the group as they tried out scripts, practised accents, and absorbed invaluable industry insights. His enthusiasm and expertise provided a unique and inspiring…

17th May 24

To mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings on 6th June 1944, Friends of the New Forest Airfields (FONFA) has collaborated with Ballard School, New Milton, to create an exhibition commemorating those who served, both in military and civilian roles, during those historic days that led to the freeing of Europe, and the world,…

13th May 24

Our Performing Arts Scholars delighted their audience with a varied and enjoyable programme of performances at their Annual Scholars’ Showcase.   Pupils from Years 7-11 prepared their own solo and small group items covering genres including musical theatre, contemporary dance, classical instrumental items and dramatic monologues. The audience thoroughly enjoyed their performances. They should all…

27th February 24

This week we have enjoyed the two of our annual series of VMT recitals, where pupils in all year groups in the School get the opportunity to perform as a soloist in the Performing Arts Centre. These are always lovely occasions and such a wonderful opportunity for us, as teachers, to witness the dedication and…

22nd November 23

Music For Youth Proms Our Senior Chamber Choir and Show Band performed at the most iconic of musical venues, the Royal Albert Hall. Alongside 3,000 other young people, our musicians and choir came together for the Music For Youth Proms, an incredible experience for them all. Pupils performed songs from a new musical that composer,…

28th June 23

‘The Wizard of Oz’ is the biggest single production Ballard has ever staged, with well over 200 pupils from Years 2 to 11. In addition, a large team of staff and alumni have collaborated in the process from its conception a year ago to the performances we are staging this week. Pupils and staff have…