Instrumental

Creativity Meets Collaboration

Our instrumental music program offers exciting opportunities for both experienced and aspiring musicians. Students may choose from small combos — where improvisation and composition are encouraged — to large performing ensembles that stage three major concerts each year in partnership with Greenwich Academy.

The Blue Notes is our premiere instrumental ensemble. Members learn a variety of jazz and popular genres including swing, funk, soul, R&B, and rock, and frequently perform at school and community events.

All instrumental music offerings are open to students from both campuses and meet as regular academic courses. Many graduates continue playing in college or for personal enjoyment. Instrumental music remains an important and enriching part of our students’ academic day.

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Seniors Honored as Burdett Reflects on Friendship and Connection
Seniors Honored as Burdett Reflects on Friendship and Connection

Assistant Head of School Doug Burdett, who is retiring this spring after 36 years at Brunswick, served as the keynote speaker at Senior Awards, addressing Upper School students, faculty, parents, and guests with a heartfelt and humorous reflection on friendship, memory, and the importance of genuine human connection.

Two Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships
Two Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships

Two Brunswick seniors, Pierce Crosby and Max Lanson, have been named recipients of National Merit Scholarships as part of the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Competition.

Math Team Triumphs at New England Competition
Math Team Triumphs at New England Competition

Brunswick’s Upper School math team delivered an outstanding performance at the New England competition held at Canton High School, placing first among small schools in a field of 35 public and private schools from across the region.​​​​​​​