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Updates from the UK's music education sector
Study shows music training started in secondary school can have an impact on teenager’s brains
The results of a research project by Northwestern University, published in July 2015, suggest that music training, begun as late as high…
Nicky Morgan insists teaching arts is ‘essential’
Education Secretary Nicky Morgan has hit back at claims the Government has downgraded the teaching of arts in schools, insisting she considered…
‘Music education is vital in today’s pressured world’
It is invigorating and inspiring well beyond a curriculum which is only a small part of lifelong learning, writes Marlborough Master Jonathan…
School classes set for Latitude Festival
Hundreds of primary school pupils are set to attend the Latitude festival in the first initiative of its kind. Former Oasis frontman…
In pictures: Young people shine at Music for Youth Festival
Young people from across the country have showcased their musical talent at the Music for Youth Festival. Held at Birmingham’s iconic Symphony Hall, the national festival…
ABRSM launches new Bowed Strings syllabus
ABRSM has launched its Bowed Strings Syllabus 2016–2019 with refreshed repertoire lists for Violin, Viola and Cello. Jessica O’ Leary, ABRSM examiner, syllabus…
London Music Champions: second recruitment round in Autumn
As part of the London Music Pledge, Sound Connections and Music Mark are working together to support a small group of experienced…
Employment boom in music, performing and visual arts
Employment in music, performing and visual arts across the UK increased by 33% between 2011 and 2014, more than double the rate…
Music streaming reaches a record high in 2015
Music streaming has reached a record high in the UK, with the number of songs played rising by 80% compared to last…
