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The latest developments in the music education sector
How learning music is instrumental in children’s brain development
The brain is the final frontier of the body. Scientists are performing some exciting research regarding how our brains develop, especially when…
New report explores relationship between arts engagement and health
A new report, published by Arts for Health at Manchester Metropolitan University on Thursday 12 February 2015, reveals that engaging with the…
BBC to demonstrate renewed commitment to prime time Arts programming and partnerships
BBC announces major new partnership to boost creativity and participation. BBC to unveil bigger commitment to arts in prime time, with a…
Why singing in a choir is so good for you
Performing offers many emotional, physical and social benefits, say local choristers Creative self-expression is an innate desire and a reason why performing…
Alternative proposal’s put forward for Rhondda Cynon Taff Music Service
The council’s cabinet members met yesterday to discuss 1,400 responses received about plans to cut music and nursery services. Wales Online ran…
Petition launched by music students to stop Kirklees Council cut to Kirklees Music School
The council may scrap a £299,000 grant, which enables free tuition and subsidised rates for those most in need A petition has…
Pupils from Harlow’s five secondary schools to perform with City of London Sinfonia
Scores of children from Harlow are preparing to perform alongside a professional orchestra later this week. More than 100 pupils from Stewards Academy, Burnt Mill…
Training to play an instrument as a child can boost your brainpower by 20% in later life
Musical training in before you are fourteen can boost your brainpower significantly in later life, a major new study has found. Researchers…
7 Leadership Skills Fostered in Arts Education
In my art classes, I have the privilege of working with students who have become fired up and eager to take on…
Ofsted’s “Better Inspection for All” report announces a greater focus on music in inspections
Ofsted’s new “Better Inspection for All” report makes reference to music in Point 27 as below: A focus on music in inspections…
Ed Vaizey – “sick and tired of local authorities stepping away from their responsibility for the arts”
The Conservative minister was speaking at the opening session of the 30th conference of the Association of British Orchestras at the Sage Gateshead….
Nicky Morgan Speech: Why Knowledge Matters
The Secretary of State for Education speaks on the importance of a knowledge-based curriculum and her vision for education. Good evening ladies…