Jack Thompson

Conductor & Teacher • Director of Chapel Music & Head of Singing @WellingtonUK • Director of Music @StMarysChelsea • MSc @UniofOxford • Fellow @theRSAorg

[Wellington College @WellingtonUK]

It was fantastic to see our new V&A event space buzzing with energy during the latest Welly Unplugged.
Thanks to our incredibly talented musicians who delivered a captivating mix of acoustic classics and originals, creating a laid-back and enjoyable evening for a packed audience.

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

A busy final week of term @WellingtonUK, with evensong @StPaulsLondon and a Bach cantata recording with @PeacockAdrian and @TheHanoverBand. All this amidst the usual mix of coursework deadlines and exam revision - a real testament to our pupils’ dedication, energy and commitment

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

A joint evensong @StJohnsCam - the perfect way to end a brilliant day in Cambridge.

Many thanks to @AnnaLapwood for working with our organists, to @JSummerly for working with our choir, and to Stephane Crayton @Kings_College for working with our L6 composers!

[Wellington College Music @Welly_Music]

Rehearsal under way with @StJohnsVoices What a glorious sound!

[Wellington College @WellingtonUK]

Why Wellington is One of a Kind! - House Singing
The theme for this year's event was the Grammys, and we can confirm it was truly 'outstanding'!
A massive thanks to @Welly_Music and Theatre Team for crafting another event that closely resembled Britain's Got Talent.

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Before this weekend’s carol services, a chance to reflect on the last few weeks @WellingtonUK: a tour to Portugal, evensong at St George’s Windsor, Brahms’ Requiem with orchestra, and various Remembrance events.

As ever, a privilege to work with such committed pupils and staff

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Do come and support this year's Christmas Carol Concert @StMarysChelsea, featuring musicians and alumni from @GuildhallSchool, if you can. Tickets (last few remaining!) and auction details available here: https://t.co/4u4F7660JT

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Some highlights from a busy week @WellingtonUK: masterclasses with Neal Davies, workshops with Rupert Gough and @RoyalHollChoir, and a fabulous concert of Bach’s Cantata ‘Nach dir, Herr’ with choir and strings.

Now for a half-term tour to Portugal!

[Wellington College Music @Welly_Music]

The Wellingtones Umbrella recording is now on Youtube: https://t.co/1teGcMCs6e. Please consider subscribing to Wellington College Music as we will release music throughout the year #NewMusic

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Good to be back @StMarysChelsea for services looking ahead to the Nativity of the BVM on Sep 8. The usual mix of plainchant and polyphony, including Palestrina’s Missa Ave Maria and this beautiful motet

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

After yesterday’s @RodolfusFound evensong @Kings_College, time now for a @BBCRadio3 recording @stjohnscam.

A privilege to work with these committed singers and a total joy to witness such enthusiasm for choral music, both here in Cambridge and on the Junior Course @WellingtonUK

[Rodolfus Foundation @rodolfusfound]

An action shot from King’s College taken by one of our Accompanists, Jack!

Thank you to Dan Hyde for directing the service and for sharing his wisdom during a very productive rehearsal!
Well done to all for fantastic singing, especially very sensitive psalm singing! 🎶

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Back in Oxford to hear @WellingtonUK pupil and @Oundle4rganists prizewinner Yejoon give today’s lunchtime recital @QueensCollegeOx. A fabulous programme of Bach, Buxtehude and Distler

https://t.co/Tu5oLq4ptP

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

Some pictures from Saturday's historic services @WellingtonUK. Exceptional contributions from the Chapel Choir, organists and trumpeters, and enthusiastic singing from all. The perfect prelude to the extraordinary events @WAbbey and elsewhere over this #Coronation  weekend

[Wellington College Music @Welly_Music]

OW Todd Harris is working with our a cappella groups this evening. Here, the Wellingtonix (3rd and 4th form) are getting their mouths round some serious tongue twisters!

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

A busy term @WellingtonUK ends today with a recording session and two services for Lent. Congratulations to the Chapel Choir (together with violinists and continuo) for an excellent performance of Bach’s sublime Cantata BWV 150

[Wellington College @WellingtonUK]

House Singing - It's the favourite event of the year for a good reason!
Congratulations to @TalbotWelly for their winning performance of I’m Still Standing. Worthy mentions to runners up @WellyAnglesey, @HardingeWelly and to @Blucher_Welly.
https://t.co/YyUcmNaxn5

[Bob Chilcott @bobchilcott]

@_jackwthompson @ChiCathedral This was an absolutely brilliant day! Thank you, Jack, and all @Welly_Music for the great welcome and thank you to all the schools that took part.

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

After yesterday’s wonderful evensong @ChiCathedral, we’re today welcoming 400(!) young singers for a day of workshops with the inspirational @bobchilcott. An exhilarating afternoon ahead - concert at 5pm

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

After six months away, it’s fantastic to be back with new cantor @OrlaReid5 for sung services @StMarysChelsea

Join us for our second service at 1130am, either in person or online at https://t.co/UlBUjxXMMx

[Jack Thompson @_jackwthompson]

St Mary's Church, Chelsea is seeking to appoint a soprano choral scholar/cantor from September 2020. Typical weekly commitment is 2hrs each Sunday morning. £750/year plus additional fees for other events

Please share with anyone who may be interested - 4 days left to apply!