The high expectation appeared not to pose any hindrance at all, thanks to the great work with his organ teacher Miss Oldridge, the various public performance opportunities available to him via Judd’s music department and Holy Trinity Church (Folkestone), and a positive mindset to enjoy another organ recital opportunity. He delivered a masterful performance, impressing the audience and importantly the judges, renowned UK organists Paul Hale and Jeremiah Stephenson, and earning him the Miley cash prize and certificate for second place out of six finalists in the under 17 age category. This continued his run of organ competition successes to conclude 2024.