For 40 years, the Levtov family - and now the Regis School of Music - have supported Save the Children Fund, one of the school's longest-running traditions. Students of all ages take to the stage to showcase their progress while raising funds for children in need around the world. A heartflet evening celebrating both music and community, and the enduring generosity behind it.

Interval refreshments will be served with a closing raffle - Raffle prizes gratefully received.

Unconventional Strings: A Workshop with William Jack

Ready to hear your instrument in a whole new way? Join acclaimed cellist and performer William Jack for an electrifying afternoon exploring the outer edges of string playing.

This workshop is geared toward intermediate to advanced players, but younger musicians and all abilities are warmly welcome — string playing at any stage brings something valuable to the room. And whether you're picking up your instrument or simply curious to watch, everyone is invited to be part of the experience.

In this session, William will cover:
- Unconventional string techniques that push past the traditional playbook
- Unique cello sounds for both live performance and studio recording
- How to "groove" on string instruments — and why it matters more than you think
- William's signature Cellopickin' technique: playing sideways with a plectrum for a totally fresh sound
- Practical tips for confident improvisation

Have a piece you're working on? Bring it along — William welcomes students who'd like to share or get feedback, though it's by no means required. Come ready to play, watch, or just soak up the inspiration.

Stick around for the evening finale: William takes the stage to perform This Old Cello Box, Volume 3 — a must-see follow-up to an afternoon of boundary-breaking string exploration.

Don't miss this rare chance to learn from and watch one of the most inventive voices in string performance today.

William Jack is an Australian multi-style cellist and songwriter, based in London. He is best known for incorporating his jazz guitar background into an unconventional style of cello playing, with a passion for breaking boundaries between genres and cultures. His music transitions seamlessly from virtuosic folk & bluegrass compositions, to non-Western sound worlds.

Since his classical studies in Vienna, William has forged his own cello pathway, touring Europe, Australia and the UK extensively. He has recently performed his solo compositions from his album collection ‘This Old Cello Box’ live on BBC Radio 3 at the Edinburgh Fringe and was selected to perform as a ‘New Folk’ songwriter at the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. William received the best music award at the 2025 Adelaide Fringe. He has been fortunate to work with numerous world-renowned artists, both as a session musician and collaborator. William is passionate about redefining the cello possibilities, bringing the instrument into exciting new territories.

“A master of unconventional cello playing” – GLAM Adelaide

“Specialist in all styles” – The Clothesline

“Cellopickin’ sensation” – DEBUT UK

“Outstanding, a truly remarkable performance” – BBC Radio 3