Rhubarb Issue 12: November 2023

ST EDWARD’S

Engagements IMOGEN ORR (Avenue, 2004-2009) and CHARLIE ADCOCK (Sing’s, 2005-2007) Congratulations to Imogen and Charlie, who announced their engagement in June this year.

Births SOPHIE MORRIS (née Bentall) (Mac’s, 2003-2008)

ROSIE MORGAN (née Heller) (Mac’s, 2006-2008) and BEEHELLER (Mac’s, 2002-2004 ) On 19th August, baby Ned (on the right) was born to Rosie Heller, followed by the arrival of baby Quin (on the left) to Rosie’s sister, Bee, on 27th August. Congratulations to you both!

On 10th November 2022 to Sophie and Joshua, two sons, Hector Timothy Bentall Morris and Montgomery ‘Monty’ Charles Bentall Morris.

HENRY NARULA (Cowell’s, 2009-2014) Congratulations to Henry Narula, who announced his engagement to Tamsin in June this year.They enjoyed a road trip around Italy, accompanied by their gorgeous cavapoo (who is aptly called Rhubarb!).

CONGRATULATIONS

On the left: Quinton Paterson Butt – 27.8.23 (Bee’s second) On the right: Edward (Ned) Ivor Heller Morgan – 19.8.23 (Rosie’s first)

publications Hall, BOZAR in Belgium, Royal Festival Hall, Cadogan Hall, Odessa Opera House and Tel Aviv Performing Arts Centre. Leia joined our Teddies community as a Shell when she was 13, and over three years, we witnessed her extraordinary journey. She accomplished the remarkable feat of earning 8 A* grades in her GCSEs while continuing to dazzle audiences worldwide. Her career breakthrough came at 14 when Leia performed with the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Simon Rattle in Trafalgar Square.This momentous concert marked a return to normalcy after the isolating period of Covid lockdowns. Her performance, seen by millions, became a symbol of hope and resilience. Also when she was just 14, Leia was appointed Artist in Residence for the London Mozart Players. She became a vital part of the orchestra as a featured soloist and participant in educational initiatives. By the age of 15, Leia had gained recognition in the music world, being hailed as a 'rising star' by BBC Music Magazine and featured as the youngest musician in Classic FM's '30 under 30' list. In this memoir, with raw honesty, infectious humour and boundless passion, Leia recounts her worldwide adventures and the artful balance of other pursuits with her extraordinary musical success. Bows, Strings, and Dreams invites the reader to share the joy, challenges and triumphs of a remarkable artist. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and uplifted by Leia's extraordinary journey through the world of classical music.

Bows, Strings andDreams

No. 1 position in the Best Sellers list for Teen & Young Adult Classical Music on Amazon USA and secured an impressive second place in the Best Sellers list for Classical Music Books amongYoung Adults on Amazon UK.

Leia Zhu (Oakthorpe, 2021-2023) L eia Zhu, at just 16 years old, made a bold decision to put her formal education on hold and pursue a thriving international career as a violinist. Her path to success is awe-inspiring. Starting from the age of four, Leia captured the hearts of thousands with her debut performance in her hometown, Newcastle Upon Tyne. By five, she was already touring four cities in North England, leaving audiences spellbound. At six, she embarked on a nine-city international tour across Spain, collaborating with a Los Angeles-based orchestra. By the time she was 12, Leia had performed in over 20 countries at prestigious venues like the Berlin Philharmonie, Mariinsky Theatre, KKL Lucerne, Barbican Centre,Tchaikovsky Concert

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