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Guitarist of the Year
29 Sep 2011
 Highlights of the Brit School's "industry day" included an emotional performance of The Honour of Your Name, from US musical The Similar Way, by student Ashleigh Ludwig.
An acceptance speech by 18-year-old Ben Lochrie - who was awarded the school's guitarist of the year award - gave the impression that such tasks were part of the curriculum.
"I'd like to thank my Mum and Dad, who are sat over there," he said ahead of a virtuoso performance of Joe Satriani's Satch Boogie.
"I can't believe I get to play in front of Sir George Martin."
The Beatles producer, who was instrumental in helping to raise funds and establish the school - which opened in September 1991 - was there to see the opening of a recording studio named in his honour.
The 85-year-old former Brit School governor brought the house down when he spoke of his delight at the "enormous honour".
"If there's anything to have my name attached to it, it would be lovely to have it in the Brit School - much better than an airport," said Sir George, referring to Liverpool's John Lennon Airport.
Congratulations to Ben from all at House Music / Brian May Guitars ... and a quick hello to Dad - Jaz Lochrie - ex. Go West / Bad Company and long term mate , who has been bass player in the West End's ' Mamma Mia ' for the last decade... it's all in the genes !
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