Sector News
Alan Surtees Trust opens 2023 funding for young folk performers
Folk musicians, dancers, singers or performers from all cultures are being invited to apply for grants of up to £2,000 to help…
Sing Up Foundation appoints a team of researchers from University of Limerick
Sing Up Foundation has appointed Dr Hala Jaber, Dr Fran Garry and Professor Helen Phelan from the University of Limerick’s Irish World…
‘The FMS – that’s the Federation of Men in Suits…’
In memory of Margaret Griffiths. I was saddened to read on twitter recently that ‘Auntie Margaret’ – Margaret Griffiths – had passed…
Over 3,000 young people to perform live in Music For Youth Proms at the Royal Albert Hall
More than 3,000 young people will perform at the Royal Albert Hall on 15th & 16th November when Music For Youth hosts…
ABRSM launches exam discount pilot operated by Music Mark to help UK music services support students facing hardship
Music services around the UK are able to help to support learners struggling to pay for music exams under a pilot scheme…
Inspiring the next generation of vocal and instrumental teachers: three ways we’re supporting the future workforce
Many of us will be able to recall a teacher from childhood who has made a profound impact on our learning, perspective,…
Bringing the fun of playing music to young people across the UK
Charity Drake Music Scotland is set to transform music education in the UK with the latest release of their innovative music teaching…
RSL Awards Partner with iRock
RSL Awards, global provider of qualifications in the creative and performing arts, today announced their partnership with iRock School of Music, which…
Youth Champs 2023 details announced
Brass Bands England (BBE) has announced that next year’s National Youth Brass Band Championships of Great Britain (Youth Champs), will take place…
YolanDa Brown appointed Chair of the BPI
The BPI – the representative voice for independent and major record labels across the UK – is delighted to announce that its new Chair is…
Germany’s Instrument of the Year 2022 – The Drum Kit
Every year, the German state music councils choose one “Instrument of the Year”. In 2021 the organ was celebrated, and this year…
Learn to Play ’22 – Creating more music makers
Music for All’s flagship event Learn to Play will take place this year on 8 & 9 October. After consulting 2021 venues, this…
