The VOICE of Joe Leader, Class of 1998

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What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices

The King Alfred School

17 episodes

3 months ago

Welcome to What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices. We can all remember our school days, the highs, the lows, the achievements, and the challenges, but what we learnt and the experiences that shaped us are different for everyone. In this podcast series, we bring you the voices of Old Alfredians, former students at the King Alfred School in North London, a school that has stood out from the crowd for the past 125 years for delivering a deeper learning experience. Highlighting their stories shows the impact that schools can have when they are bold and innovative and crucially take a child-centered approach to education. We are grateful to the OAs who have shared their stories, allowing us to bring our school's vibrant history alive. Our sincere thanks to Old Alfredian Amy Cash, Class of 2020, who is kindly recording all of the introductions for our series. Our 125th anniversary book, full of photographs from our archive, compliments the stories in this series. If you would like to connect with the school and the Old Alfredian community, or learn about our approach to education, visit our website at: https://www.kingalfred.org.uk/

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The VOICE of Joe Leader, Class of 1998

What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices

18 minutes

3 months ago

The VOICE of Joe Leader, Class of 1998

In this episode of Alfredian Voices, Heather Roberts sits down with Old Alfredian Joe Leader, a professional musician who revisits his formative years at King Alfred School (KAS). Joe shares fond memories of 'The Axe Monsters,' an early collaborative musical performance, and reflects on how KAS's progressive and open-minded environment in the 80s and 90s nurtured his musical talents. Joe attributes his confidence and career choice to the school's supportive teachers, particularly Andy Hampton and Robert Hersey, who were instrumental in his development as a musician.

Recounting his school days, Joe talks about overcoming academic challenges with the help of approachable teachers and the inclusive ethos that celebrated diversity and acceptance. He reminisces about memorable school performances, like 'Bugsy Malone' and 'The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe,' and the immersive experience of performing in the main hall.

Joe also touches upon his achievements, including winning the Daily Telegraph Young Jazz Awards and touring worldwide with Italian pop legend Eros Ramazzotti. He emphasizes the lifelong impact of KAS's values on his personal and professional life, from fostering a nurturing and accepting attitude to inspiring others through music.

Joe advises current KAS saxophone players to stay true to themselves and enjoy their music. The episode concludes with Joe expressing gratitude for the school's lasting influence on his journey, aiming to inspire the next generation of musicians with his story.