A Tale of Two Schools: Spencer Park & Elliott
Our Music Our Freedom - Wandsworth London Borough of Culture

A Tale of Two Schools: Spencer Park & Elliott

2026-02-25
Presenters: Rita Ray & Anabel Provansal Two schools in Wandsworth are responsible for nurturing a remarkable number of musicians and bands, Spencer Park in Battersea and Elliot School in Roehampton, now Ark Academy Putney. Spencer Park ex-pupils Dennis Bovell and Julian Joseph share tales of the inspiring musical culture of the school; along with Noel McKoy, celebrated soul singer (1961-2022); and Chris Johnson, Head of Music in the ‘70’s and ‘80’s. The story of Elliot School’s phenomenal list of students who went on to be well known musicians in the world of pop and rock is told by t...
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