St John’s School presents ‘Stars and Stripes’

St John’s School, Leatherhead proudly presents “Stars and Stripes,” a luminous evening that celebrates American music in all its dazzling varieties. From the stirring spirituals that echo a country’s roots to the effervescent Broadway tunes that lit the stage, this concert film showcases the school’s finest ensembles performing an eclectic programme of true American classics. Feel the pulse of America’s musical soul with Leonard Bernstein’s “One Hand, One Heart,” the iconic “Mack the Knife” by Kurt Weill, the swashbuckling “Pirates of the Caribbean” arranged by Klaus Badelt, and the contemporary genius of Lin‑Manuel Miranda’s “Suite from Hamilton.” Journey back to the baroque with Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Trio Sonata in C major – 1: Allegro,” and wander through the romantic swirls of Claude Debussy’s “Petite Suite.” The night also features an uplifting collaboration of Albert Hammond & John Bettis on “One Moment in Time,” the unforgettable “Hello Dolly!” rearranged by Jerry Herman, the Broadway anthem “On Broadway,” and George Gershwin’s soothing “Embraceable You.” Come experience a star‑spangled performance that captures the heartbeat of America, crafted by St John’s School’s talented ensembles and presented with the shine and enthusiasm sure to enchant fans old and new.