This petition is for Peter Crompton, Director of Music at the Royal Hospital School since 1984.
Peter began his career at RHS having studied at the GNRCM. Under the guidance of Noel Rawsthorne he became a organist.
Peter has been the official organist to the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall for 15yrs.
He has worked tirelessly at the school building a musical tradition that many of us are incredibly proud of, in addition to this he formed the Holbrook Music Society and performs himself during the year amongst a busy full time boarding school schedule.
Peter's dedication to teaching and growing the musical capabilities of students is unending, highlights include the school choir at the festival of Remembrance, singing at St Marks Venice and many many other great achievements.
This OBE will not just be for Peter but for his wife who has supported him throughout and for all those lucky enough to have studied under him. Thank you!
Seeing the sheer volume of people who recognize his dedication is grounding. This journey has been exhausting but watching the support grow keeps me moving forward.
Reached 100 supporters
May 31, 2013
70 Comments
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David Lonsdale
9 years ago
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I was a pupil at the Royal Hospital School when Peter first arrived. I wasn't particularly interested in music at the time, but his lessons started my long term interest in classical music. A man of great ability, who has given so much of his time to charitable causes deserves such recognition.
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Samuel Cousins
1 year ago
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Peter is the soul reason that I am now a professional musician. He saw in me something that no others did. I know that I am not alone in this and without him I truly know that I would be where I am today.
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Anonymous
1 year ago
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Peter, I treasure those years singing with you directing the RHS choral society concerts & always look for you playing the organ at the R Albert Hall Remembrance Services every year , & long may this continue. John CF.
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Andrew Sheepshanks
2 years ago
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A brilliant organist and musician. A great ambassador for his craft and for the RHS where he taught and encouraged so many young musicians with professionalism , energy and a wonderful sense of fun. He richly deserves to be honored for his many years of dedication and service
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Ben Hauhie
3 years ago
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Peter Crompton inspired and nurtured countless young musicians. He also led the Boys and Girls of the Royal Hospital School in the Chapel singing with all our hearts on a daily basis. Where children may be shy and not want to sing he nurtured the culture of singing with all our heart in what we called the Holbrook Sound
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Andrew Sheward
9 years ago
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I met Peter when he was the organist at St Martins Church - a small church in Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. As a youngster and a junior member of the choir, I was always massively impressed with his ability (and athleticism) when playing, and creating such inspiring music - especially Toccata (Symphony No5).
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Judith Ashton
6 months ago
Inspiring teacher
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David Barnes
8 months ago
A well deserved nomination .peter is and was a brilliant musician. David and pat barnes .
This petition is for Peter Crompton, Director of Music at the Royal Hospital School since 1984.
Peter began his career at RHS having studied at the GNRCM. Under the guidance of Noel Rawsthorne he became a organist.
Peter has been the official organist to the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall for 15yrs.
He has worked tirelessly at the school building a musical tradition that many of us are incredibly proud of, in addition to this he formed the Holbrook Music Society and performs himself during the year amongst a busy full time boarding school schedule.
Peter's dedication to teaching and growing the musical capabilities of students is unending, highlights include the school choir at the festival of Remembrance, singing at St Marks Venice and many many other great achievements.
This OBE will not just be for Peter but for his wife who has supported him throughout and for all those lucky enough to have studied under him. Thank you!
Seeing the sheer volume of people who recognize his dedication is grounding. This journey has been exhausting but watching the support grow keeps me moving forward.
Reached 100 supporters
May 31, 2013
70 Comments
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David Lonsdale
9 years ago
Featured
I was a pupil at the Royal Hospital School when Peter first arrived. I wasn't particularly interested in music at the time, but his lessons started my long term interest in classical music. A man of great ability, who has given so much of his time to charitable causes deserves such recognition.
S
Samuel Cousins
1 year ago
Featured
Peter is the soul reason that I am now a professional musician. He saw in me something that no others did. I know that I am not alone in this and without him I truly know that I would be where I am today.
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Anonymous
1 year ago
Featured
Peter, I treasure those years singing with you directing the RHS choral society concerts & always look for you playing the organ at the R Albert Hall Remembrance Services every year , & long may this continue. John CF.
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Andrew Sheepshanks
2 years ago
Featured
A brilliant organist and musician. A great ambassador for his craft and for the RHS where he taught and encouraged so many young musicians with professionalism , energy and a wonderful sense of fun. He richly deserves to be honored for his many years of dedication and service
B
Ben Hauhie
3 years ago
Featured
Peter Crompton inspired and nurtured countless young musicians. He also led the Boys and Girls of the Royal Hospital School in the Chapel singing with all our hearts on a daily basis. Where children may be shy and not want to sing he nurtured the culture of singing with all our heart in what we called the Holbrook Sound
A
Andrew Sheward
9 years ago
Featured
I met Peter when he was the organist at St Martins Church - a small church in Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. As a youngster and a junior member of the choir, I was always massively impressed with his ability (and athleticism) when playing, and creating such inspiring music - especially Toccata (Symphony No5).
J
Judith Ashton
6 months ago
Inspiring teacher
D
David Barnes
8 months ago
A well deserved nomination .peter is and was a brilliant musician. David and pat barnes .
I was a pupil at the Royal Hospital School when Peter first arrived. I wasn't particularly interested in music at the time, but his lessons started my long term interest in classical music. A man of great ability, who has given so much of his time to charitable causes deserves such recognition.