The Arts at BHSR: A Stage for Every Talent

Music at BHSR: A Journey of Discovery

At BHSR we believe that every child should showcase their talents in the Arts, be part of performances on stage, and shine as they develop in confidence and maturity. In our Music classes, we focus on developing impressive performance skills, good presentation, good tuning and rhythm, and active listening, as we perform together as a group. We study a variety of instruments including piano, ukulele, drums, glockenspiel, percussion, boom whackers, and vocals. We use the latest technology softwares in electronic composition, with each student having access to the Soundtrap application which enables students to compose music using the sound of every instrument from the orchestra. From KG to Senior School we believe every student has musical potential and can harness that potential through group performances. We offer after school activities including Choir, Instrumental Groups, Band, Violin Club and Dance Club, focusing on creating memorable performances where we value all students, strive for excellence, whilst displaying our wonderful students’ unique gifts.

Memorable Performances: The “Edhak” Experience

Recently all students from G1-G10 were coached to perform in our “Edhak” Performance. Students joined together, often performing with students from other grades, presenting songs such as “Yesterday’s Dream”, “Edhak”, “Brave” and “A Million Dreams” which focused on joy, courage, and dreams and aspirations. “Edhak” was inspired by Children’s Mental Health Week 2025. We believe Arts are essential to support our well-being, highlighting the importance of kindness, creativity, and joy. Throughout the program, we showcased the incredible talents of our students, reminding us to know ourselves, grow ourselves, and always find reasons to smile. Proud parents and staff witnessed the magic of “Edhak”, experiencing firsthand the importance of staying positive, brave, and hopeful for the future.

Upcoming Events: House Talent Show & Music Lessons Program

This coming term we will be working on a school-wide House Talent Show competition, where students from Primary to Senior School will be invited to audition to showcase their unique talents and gifts. We are also planning to incorporate a music lessons program next year which will enable students to learn lessons privately on an instrument of their choice with a professional expert on that instrument. Whatever kind of music you enjoy, there is a place for you to develop that passion here at BHSR!!

Meet Our Music Faculty: Expertise & Passion

Ms Ruth is a talented solo pianist and piano accompanist who has performed solo and duo recitals internationally, including at venues such as BBC Philharmonic NBH, European Opera Centre, QE2, Manchester Cathedral, Kettle’s Yard and South Hill Park. This included solo recitals and duo/chamber performances with members of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and Liverpool Halle Orchestra.

In the UK, Ms Ruth won the nationally contested ‘Allcard Award for Accompanists’, where each of the top four music colleges submitted a single candidate for the competition, and the top piano prize from the Royal Northern College of Music, ‘Clifton Helliwell Prize for Piano’, during her final year studying there. She also won the ‘Stella Bradshaw Award for Accompaniment’ during this time. Prior to studying at the RNCM, she studied Music at Clare College, Cambridge University and was awarded both a scholarship and an exhibition for achievement in her studies there.

Ms Ruth has worked as a piano accompanist for the Royal Northern College of Music, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, UK National Youth Orchestra, Swansea City Opera and the Northern Ballet School. Ms Ruthhas extensive experience of leading musical productions around the world. In Jordan, she helped the annual co-ordination of an orchestra, string orchestra and wind band, comprising Jordan’s finest young musicians, at the Jordan Youth Music Conference. She has coached instrumental and vocal ensembles and choirs in the UK, Morocco, Jordan and now Saudi Arabia. She speaks and enjoys working with a variety of languages, including French, English and Arabic.

Ms. Warka is a distinguished violinist, music teacher, and violin coach with a rich and diverse background in music performance and education. She graduated from Baghdad Institute of Art’s Music Department and went on to perform as a violinist with the Iraq National Symphony Orchestra. She has worked with string ensembles in Jordan, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia. With extensive experience in guiding students through the ABRSM and Trinity College London music examinations, Ms. Warka has successfully prepared over 300 students in violin performance and technical skills. During her tenure in Jordan, she made a significant impact by initiating the first all-student violin orchestra at Amman Academy, an International Baccalaureate school, where she also served as the Theatre and Stage Manager. 

Ms. Warka holds a Bachelor of Dance Studies from the University of Auckland in New Zealand, with specialized training in dance therapy. Her expertise in this field has enabled her to work with children with special needs at the Pegasus Learning Center in Auckland, where she developed specialized education units for learners and supported their connection to the wider community. Her dedication to music education and her ability to inspire and nurture young students make her a highly respected figure in the field, locally and internationally.