Ed Sheeran wowed students at a Brighton primary school with a performance.
The Grammy Award winner appeared as a special guest at East Sussex's Fairlight Primary School and Nursery School last week, performing a three-song acoustic set including mega-hit Perfect, before engaging in a motivational Q&A with students. went.
He also donated some of his guitars to the school.
The visit was hosted by Brighton and Hove and East Sussex music hub Create Music, which works to “change lives by providing children, young people and adults with the lifelong gift of music”. ing.
Photographer Sadie Avard captured the surprise event and shared it on Instagram: I had the incredible opportunity to meet and photograph @teddysphotos when he visited Fairlight Elementary School. ”
The 33-year-old superstar gave some sage advice to students who aren't enjoying school.
Avard added: “His main message was not to get disillusioned with school even though he didn't go to school.” [quite] Meeting the expectations of academic life.
“Don't let that stop you from pursuing what you love and turning it into a career. Take inspiration from others in the industry and work even harder than them to be the best.”
Peter Chivers, director of Create Music, said: “Ed shares our belief that the power of music can change lives. We are so grateful for his support and generous donation of instruments to help other budding musicians.” ”
The chart-topper is passionate about supporting young people and their creative education and has donated £1 million to his alma mater's art department.
Ed has previously provided financial support for photography and computer studies at his alma mater, donated music equipment to elementary schools, and provided grants to families unable to pay tuition fees. be.
The 'Shape of You' hitmaker has previously spoken about his incredible wealth, insisting he always wanted to give back.
He said “OK!” Magazine: “It's 'Earn every penny, spend every penny' with me. It's gone as quickly as it comes in. I don't see much value in it. I don't know if my friends or family I care more about being safe.'' Most of my money goes to charities and local children's hospitals, enough to keep me comfortable, and the rest goes to helping people. . ”