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# Music Mark

Leaders in High Quality Music Education

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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/) - A UK Association for Music Education. Music Mark leads, represents and supports the highest quality music education for all children and young people.
- [Coaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/coaching/) - Find out more about working with one of our professional coaches from the music education sector and beyond.
- [Make Your Mark: Notes on Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/podcast/) - 'Make Your Mark: Notes on Music Education' is a podcast showcasing diverse experiences and perspectives from across the music education sector.
- [Mentoring](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/mentoring/) - Find out more about working with one of our trained mentors to facilitate your professional and personal growth.
- [Be the Inspiration](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/be-the-inspiration/)
- [About Us](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/about/) - We strive for an inclusive, high quality music education for all. Find out more about how we can support you.
- [Peer Groups](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/peer-groups/) - Get involved in our facilitated peer groups with the opportunity for peer-to-peer learning and collaborative problem-solving with colleagues across the country.
- [Meet the Team](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/team/) - Our staff team work together with representatives from the membership to deliver our strategic goals. Meet our staff, trustees, advisors and champions.
- [Corporate Documents](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/corporate-documents/) - Access reports, accounts and minutes from our past AGMs and download copies of Music Mark's bylaws and articles of association.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/contact/faqs/) - Find answers to frequently asked questions about our Music Mark Schools programme.
- [Music Education Delivery and Strategy Organisations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/music-education-delivery-and-strategy-organisations/) - Join Music Mark, the UK Association for Music Education. Our Music Education Delivery and Strategy Organisation Members lead, develop and provide high quality music education opportunities.
- [Music Education Organisations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/music-education-organisations/) - Membership for organisations which provide music education within the delivery framework of the nation/nations within which they work
- [The Music Mark of Recognition for Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/the-music-mark-of-recognition-for-schools/) - Join Music Mark, The UK Association for Music Education. Through our support for schools, we empower teachers to champion music in the classroom.
- [Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/schools/) - Join Music Mark, The UK Association for Music Education. Through our support for schools, we empower teachers to champion music in the classroom.
- [Join Us](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/) - Become part of a national network of leaders in music education. Join Music Mark, the UK's principal music education association.
- [Membership Pricing Restructure FAQs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/membership-pricing-restructure-faqs/)
- [Contact Us](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/contact/) - Contact the Music Mark team. Reach us by email or phone.
- [This Is Not A Rehearsal](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/this-is-not-a-rehearsal/)
- [Talk Into Action](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/talkintoaction/) - Find out more about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion movement for the Music Education sector.
- [Privacy & Cookies Policy](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/privacy-cookies/) - Our Privacy Policy lets you know what personal information the Music Mark website collects and how it is handled.
- [Industry Partners](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/industry-partner/) - Join Music Mark, the UK Association for Music Education. Our members are committed to improving learning outcomes for all young people.
- [Advocacy Timeline](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/advocacy/) - Music Mark is always busy behind the scenes, advocating on your behalf. Explore what we’ve been up to recently, what we’re currently focusing on and where we’ve been successful.
- [Submit a Job Vacancy](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/advertise/submit-vacancy/) - To advertise your vacancies with us, please complete our online form.
- [Advertise Your Job Vacancies](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/advertise/) - Reach thousands of music professionals including teachers, tutors & managers by advertising your music education vacancy on the Music Mark Jobs Board.
- [Individuals, Graduates and Students](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/join/individuals/) - Membership for individuals at all stages of their career in Music Education. Graduates can join at a discounted rate and students can join for free.
- [Get Playing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/getplaying/) - Discover the benefits of music education and find out where you can learn to play or sing in your area.
- [Accessibility Statement](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/accessibility/) - This statement outlines our approach and provides additional information about how to get help accessing our content and services.
- [List Your Training & Events](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/submit-training-and-events/) - Tell us about music education training or events that we should list on our website.
- [List Your Resources](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/submit-resource/) - Tell us about music education resources that we should list on our website.
- [Providers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/providers/) - Our Resource providers are expert sources of music education guidance. Browse their profiles and resources.
- [Legal Disclaimer: Emails](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/legal-disclaimer-emails/) - This statement outlines our approach and provides additional information about how Music Mark are working on their Sustainability journey.
- [Music Mark Annual Review 2022/23](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/music-mark-annual-review-2022-23/)
- [Further Reading](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/getplaying/further-reading/) - Articles, reports, videos, and resources for further reading around the wide-ranging benefits of music.
- [Pledge](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/talkintoaction/pledge/) - Read the Talk into Action Pledge and find out which organisations signed it.
- [Pledgees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/talkintoaction/pledgees/) - Find out who signed the Talk into Action pledge.
- [Sustainability Statement](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/sustainability/) - This statement outlines our approach and provides additional information about how Music Mark are working on their Sustainability journey.
- [All Resources](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/all-resources/) - See all the music education resources available. Search our growing collection of music resources by category, type or keyword.

## Events

- [Why Care About Inclusion?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/why-care-about-inclusion/) - Join our panel of experts for ‘Why Care About Inclusion?’, a free, online discussion about why inclusion in the music sector matters now more than ever.
- [Doctoral Open Day: Music, Sound and Vision](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/doctoral-open-day-music-sound-and-vision-2/) - Learn about the British Library’s music and sound collections with our curators and reference specialists.
- [The Art of Songwriting](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchange-the-art-of-songwriting/) - A beginner-friendly session with acclaimed songwriter Ruth-Anne.
- [Music Mark Higher Education Conference 2027](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-mark-higher-education-conference-2027/) - The Music Mark Higher Education Conference provides an in-person opportunity to connect with university and conservatoire colleagues from across the UK.
- [Instrumental and Vocal Tutors Network](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/instrumental-and-vocal-tutors-network/) - This termly meet up provides a space for Instrumental and Vocal tutors from across the UK to connect, discuss and learn from other tutors across the UK.
- [Special Interest Group: Instrument Managers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/special-interest-group-instrument-managers/) - An opportunity to share ideas, discuss challenges and find solutions for those with a responsibility for managing instruments within their organisation.
- [Special Interest Group: Higher Education & Further Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/special-interest-group-higher-education-further-education/) - An opportunity to discuss challenges and exchange insights with people also working within the HE and FE sector.
- [Rethinking Music Education for the Next Generation with Digit Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rethinking-music-education-for-the-next-generation-with-digit-music/) - What happens when the technology pupils already use becomes a musical instrument? In this webinar, Digit Music explores making music more accessible through digital instruments.
- [Benedetti Residency String Teacher CPD Day](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/benedetti-residency-string-teacher-cpd-day/) - Open to all string teachers everywhere, this is a day of professional development designed especially for you by the Benedetti Foundation to enhance your teaching and enrich your music provision.
- [National Lead Schools Network Gathering](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/national-lead-schools-network-gathering/) - This event is for schools who have been appointed by their Music Hub to act as Lead Schools for Music.
- [Need to Know, Nice to Know, Too Much to Know? Singing With Young People Whose Mental Health Needs Support](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/need-to-know-nice-to-know-too-much-to-know-singing-with-young-people-whose-mental-health-needs-support/) - What do you really need to know about the mental health needs of the young people you sing with? In some settings you get care plans and staff briefings. In others you get a room and a year group. Join the Sing Up Foundation to explore where the line falls between useful preparation and knowing more
- [Changing Voices: Supporting identity & wellbeing through singing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/changing-voices-supporting-identity-wellbeing-singing/) - Discover practical approaches to adolescent voice change that help every child continue singing, participating, and thriving.
- [Vocal Health for Generalist Teachers: Busting myths and raising awareness](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/vocal-health-for-generalist-teachers-busting-myths-and-raising-awareness/) - Join Vocal Health First Aider and Sing Up’s Partnership Manager, Émilie Bels, for a session all about looking after your voice. We will go over common voice-related myths, actionable advice, and the basics of vocal anatomy to empower you to look after your own voice.
- [Rethinking Engagement in Music: Supporting neurodivergent learners](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rethinking-engagement-in-music-supporting-neurodivergent-learners/) - Discover practical adaptations and flexible teaching approaches to support neurodivergent learners in music lessons.
- [Creative Health & Wellbeing Day](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/creative-health-wellbeing-day/) - Creative health has never had more visibility, in policy, in the press, and across health and cultural sectors nationally, yet not everyone agrees on what it means, or even uses the term at all.
- [Youthwork in the Booth](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/youthwork-in-the-booth/) - A peer learning session where you’ll meet others working in the youth sector and help inform a new resource from Art Not Evidence.
- [Sound! Singing Summit](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sound-singing-summit/) - A day of inspiring CPD placing singing at the heart of musical development, wellbeing and whole-school culture. Featuring Ex Cathedra, the Royal Ballet and Opera, Sing Up and more, alongside practical workshops, performances and expert sessions.
- [Big Meet: National Centre For Arts Education (England)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/big-meet-national-centre-for-arts-education/) - A meeting to explore the new National Centre for Arts Education (England), hear directly from Etio and the Department for Education, and help shape the future of music education.
- [Primary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-leadership-certificate-13/) - This course is designed for teachers who have been or aspire to be given subject responsibility for music in their schools, and is suitable for both specialist and non-specialist music subject leaders.
- [Initial Teacher Training Music Network meeting](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/itt-music-network-meeting/) - Our meeting for professionals responsible for the teacher training of our future music teachers to better understand how music teacher training is happening across the UK.
- [Inclusive Recruitment in Action](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-recruitment-in-action/) - Who we hire shapes everything. Learn from HR and inclusion experts how to limit unconscious bias’ impact on who you hire for your Music education organisation.
- [How To: Become a 'musical' school](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-become-a-musical-school/) - Join The Ear Academy for this short session all about how to raise the profile of music in your school, including advice on how to incorporate music into school life outside music lessons. There will be a short presentation followed by time for discussion.
- [Allergy and Anaphylaxis Training for Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/allergy-and-anaphylaxis-training-for-music-teachers/) - Benedict’s Law requires all staff working in schools to be trained to recognise and respond to allergic reactions in a timely fashion. This compliant training will provide everything from knowing the signs of an allergy or anaphylaxis, as well as what to do in an emergency situation.
- [Primary Music Ideas for Halloween](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/dabbledoo-26-event/) - Join dabbledoo as they talk you through their free Halloween resource packs for Primary School aged children.
- [Acorn Network: Behind the scenes with Roly Poly](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/acorn-network/) - Go behind the scenes of the Roly Poly tour for ages 0 to 2, exploring how attuned musicality and movement have shaped an evolving vision.
- [How To: Plan and deliver an effective singing assembly](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-plan-and-deliver-an-effective-singing-assembly/) - Join The Ear Academy for this short session all about how to plan and deliver an effective singing assembly, including choosing music, teaching lyrics and managing behaviour. There will be a short presentation followed by time for discussion.
- [How To: Manage performance anxiety in pupils](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-manage-performance-anxiety-in-pupils/) - Join The Ear Academy for this short session all about how to respond to perfromance anxiety in children, how to support them and how to manage classroom music lessons, rehearsals and assessments for these children. There will be a short presentation followed by time for discussion.
- [UpRising Hivemind #18](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind-18/) - A supportive peer-to-peer support to share experiences and explore creative approaches on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs, to make a difference to our classroom practice. A platform to ask questions, share challenges, support colleagues and discover new ideas
- [UpRising Hivemind #19](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind-19/) - A supportive peer-to-peer support to share experiences and explore creative approaches on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs, to make a difference to our classroom practice. A platform to ask questions, share challenges, support colleagues and discover new ideas
- [UpRising Hivemind #17](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind-17/) - A supportive peer-to-peer support to share experiences and explore creative approaches on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs, to make a difference to our classroom practice. A platform to ask questions, share challenges, support colleagues and discover new ideas
- [Oak Music Curriculum Training: Discover Session 2](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/oak-music-curriculum-training-discover-session-2/) - This practical session, delivered by the creators of the Oak Primary Music Curriculum, explores four essential elements of an Oak Music lesson: lesson structure, pedagogy, classroom practice and teaching resources.
- [Oak Music Curriculum Training: Discover Session 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/oak-music-curriculum-training-discover-session-1/) - This practical session, delivered by the creators of the Oak Primary Music Curriculum, explores four essential elements of an Oak Music lesson: lesson structure, pedagogy, classroom practice and teaching resources.
- [Freelancer 101: Self-Assessment Tax & How to Manage Your Music Business](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/freelancer-101-self-assessment-tax-how-to-manage-your-music-business-2/) - Join us for a session in Plain English, cutting through the noise & demystifying business management and tax returns for freelance creatives.
- [Classroom Music Assessment Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-music-assessment-certificate/) - Are you teaching curriculum music to KS1, KS2 or KS3 classes and looking for help and support with assessment?
- [Leics Belong! - Music Educators' Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/leics-belong-music-educators-conference/) - Join Leicestershire Music for an inspiring day exploring the power of belonging and the difference music makes in every learning environment.
- [The Humanitarian Musician](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-humanitarian-musician/) - Join internationally renowned Orff educator Doug Goodkin for an inspiring, practical day exploring how music can nurture creativity, connection, joy and humanity. Sing, move, improvise and rediscover the deeper purpose at the heart of music education.
- [Now's the Time: Jazz for All Ages](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/nows-the-time-jazz-for-all-ages/) - Join internationally renowned Orff educator Doug Goodkin for a joyful, practical exploration of jazz for all ages. Discover accessible ways to teach rhythm, groove and improvisation through singing, movement and creative music-making. No jazz experience needed!
- [Leading Difficult Professional Conversations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/leading-difficult-professional-conversations/) - Join Andy Hind for a two-hour workshop on facilitating difficult professional conversations.
- [Stepping Up To Leadership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/stepping-up-to-leadership-2/) - Andy Hind partners with Music Mark to provide a leadership development programme for middle and aspiring leaders within Music Services, Music Education Organisations and Schools.
- [Special Interest Group: Events & Ensembles](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/special-interest-group-events/) - An opportunity to discuss challenges and exchange insights with people also working on events and youth ensembles across the UK.
- [A Day in the Life of Music – What Happens Before Further & Higher Education? ](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/a-day-in-the-life-of-music-what-happens-before-further-higher-education/) - Particularly insightful for those in further and higher education settings, join experts from University of Reading and Music Mark’s CEO for an overview of how primary, secondary and instrumental music teaching looks in 2026.
- [Music Education in Numbers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-in-numbers/) - Gain statistical insights in everything from those studying Music across various qualification levels to the make-up of the teaching population from Dr Kerry Bunkhall.
- [New Directions in Inclusive Music | Music, Interaction, and Play: New Resources for Music-Making with People with PMLD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-interaction-and-play-new-resources-for-music-making-with-people-with-pmld/) - Through examples, discussion, and practical reflection, learn about the best ways to support inclusive music making for learners with PMLD.
- [Generative AI & LLM — Tools to Support Inclusive Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/generative-ai-llm-tools-to-support-inclusive-practice/) - Join SLS 360’s Sam Stimpson and Alicja Depka from Speed Admin to discuss and learn how AI may be used for good and promote inclusion in educational settings.
- [Transforming Behaviour — Why Managing Behaviour Doesn't Work](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/transforming-behaviour-why-managing-behaviour-doesnt-work/) - Explore alternatives to traditional behaviour management with experts in behaviour change, helping you to understand challenging behaviour in children and young people and create lasting change.
- [Music Education & AI — Friend or Foe?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-ai-friend-or-foe/) - Explore the ethics of AI in music education, not just as a threat or a tool, but as a lens through which to explore access, equity and what music education is really for.
- [Securing Big Gifts and Looking After Major Donors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/starting-a-major-donor-programme-from-scratch/) - This is designed for managers of organisations or projects, and grassroots music organisations and venues who want to develop revenue streams from donations.
- [Mental Health First Aid With Soundcastle (FAA Level 2)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mental-health-first-aid-with-soundcastle-faa-level-2/) - Become a Mental Health First Aider with Soundcastle! Join them to explore many practical ways to support mental health in music education settings and gain a FAA Level 2 Award qualification in First Aid for Mental Health.
- [Figurenotes: Developing Your Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/figurenotes-developing-your-practice-6/) - Learn accessible creative techniques to reach every student. This interactive course for music educators explores the fundamentals of music, using colourful Figurenotes as a tool. We’ll focus on rhythm, composition and creative play, and how to work with mixed-ability groups.
- [Freelancer 101: Self-Assessment Tax & How to Manage Your Music Business](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/freelancer-101-self-assessment-tax-how-to-manage-your-music-business/) - Love music but struggling with business? Confused by HMRC’s ‘Making Tax Digital’? Lost with your Self-Assessment Tax? Then this session is for you. It’ll be interactive and packed with insider business tips, industry knowledge and real talk; with an extended opportunity to ask your questions to ind
- [Music Education Doctoral Meet-Up](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/big-meet-music-education-doctoral/) - Doing a PhD in Music Education? Meet peers from across the United Kingdom to discuss common methodologies, raise any challenges you’re facing and build community. This session is Members Only, but remember: Music Mark Membership is free for all students.
- [New Directions in Inclusive Music | What Can Music Educators Learn from the World of Music Therapy?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/what-can-music-educators-learn-from-the-world-of-music-therapy/) - Learn how to work with, and learn from, Music Therapists and Music Therapy in order to better support the young people you work with.
- [New Directions in Inclusive Music | Instrumental Teaching In Specialist Schools: Getting it Right](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/instrumental-teaching-in-specialist-schools-getting-it-right/) - Learn how to develop expertise in specialist school settings and build confident, inclusive workforces capable of responding to diverse and complex learner needs.
- [New Directions in Inclusive Music | Self-Determination: Co-creating Projects with Young People Whose Lives Are Shaped by Care](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/self-determination-co-creating-projects-with-young-people-whose-lives-are-shaped-by-care/) - Explore the practicalities of creating and delivering projects that benefit both those who are care experienced, and those who care for others, through the lens of case studies and previously successful ventures.
- [The OHMI Trust's 15th Anniversary Concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-ohmi-trusts-15th-anniversary-concert/) - Celebrate 15 years of OHMI with an inspiring concert showcasing exceptional disabled musicians, boundary-breaking performances, alongside students and alumni of Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. An uplifting evening honouring talent, innovation, and OHMI’s lasting impact on the musical world.
- [Do the songs matter? Repertoire, agency and young people's mental health](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/do-the-songs-matter-repertoire-agency-and-young-peoples-mental-health/) - No matter our intentions, a song can reach a young person or push them away. A live conversation on repertoire, agency and young people’s mental health, with Mark Bick, Chanté Osagiede and Jenny Trattles.
- [Exchange: Youthwork in the Booth (Peer Learning Session)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchange-youthwork-in-the-booth-peer-learning-session/) - This online learning event will create a space where youth workers, music facilitators and young people can engage in conversations to unravel complex issues and draw inspiration from trailblazers in the youth and music industry.
- [Work-life Balance & Stress Management](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/work-life-balance-stress-management/) - In this free event, join Ruth Morgan and learn to spot stress & burnout triggers, understand work-life imbalance & apply practical tools to prioritise, recharge, & cope in a Music Education setting.
- [Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt for Music Educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/imposter-syndrome-self-doubt-for-music-educators/) - Suffer from imposter syndrome? Explore practical coaching tools to overcome it, reframe self-doubt, and build lasting confidence as a music educator.
- [Curriculum Music Conference South East](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/curriculum-music-conference-south-east/) - A day of inspiration for primary and secondary music teachers, featuring presentations, workshops, discussions, networking opportunities, and exhibition.
- [Music & Neurodiversity: Unlocking potential for all learners in the classroom and one-to-one instrumental lessons](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-neurodiversity-unlocking-potential-for-all-learners-in-the-classroom-and-one-to-one-instrumental-lessons/) - Join Karen Marshall for a free webinar exploring how you can use multi-sensory, systematic and adaptive strategies to create an accessible learning environment where every neurodivergent student can thrive.
- [Sound Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sound-practice/) - Join Soundabout for a brand new training programme in facilitating accessible, interactive, and creative music-making opportunities alongside Learning Disabled people with complex support needs.
- [Unlocking Social Value: Using evidence to tell a stronger story](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/unlocking-social-value-using-evidence-to-tell-a-stronger-story/) - Join us to find out more about what social value actually is and how it can help you better demonstrate your impact.
- [Singing for Speaking – Truro](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/singing-for-speaking-truro/) - A practical introduction to how singing games can support early speech, language, and communication.
- [Singing for Speaking – Saltash](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/singing-for-speaking-saltash/) - A practical introduction to how singing games can support early speech, language, and communication.
- [Sing First, Read Later: Teaching Adult Choirs by Ear – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sing-first-read-later-teaching-adult-choirs-by-ear-london/) - A practical session addressing one of the most common challenges in community choir leadership: supporting singers who learn primarily by ear.
- [Sing and Thrive: Music Assemblies for Busy Schools – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sing-and-thrive-music-assemblies-for-busy-schools-london/) - Discover how to deliver engaging singing assemblies that build musical skills over time. This session demonstrates how assemblies can reinforce curriculum learning through progressive activities, creative tasks and accessible notation and composition elements.
- [Pedagogy to Part Singing (for Primary Teachers) – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/pedagogy-to-part-singing-for-primary-teachers-london/) - This practical session provides a clear, step-by-step approach to developing confident part-singing using accessible, diverse repertoire. Teachers will explore how to scaffold vocal skills from unison singing to independent lines.
- [Music and Personal Development in Schools – Saltash](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-and-personal-development-in-schools-saltash/) - A practical and strategic session exploring how music can support and strengthen personal development in primary schools.
- [Music and Personal Development in Schools - Truro](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-and-personal-development-in-schools-truro/) - A practical and strategic session exploring how music can support and strengthen personal development in primary schools.
- [Developing Confident Inclusive Instrumental Teaching (for Primary Teachers) – Saltash](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-confident-inclusive-instrumental-teaching-for-primary-teachers-saltash/) - This interactive session explores how to teach instrumental skills through small, progressive steps that support all learners. Using sensory-inclusive, evidence-based approaches, teachers will learn how to create predictable routines and gradual progression pathways that build confidence and control
- [Developing Confident Inclusive Instrumental Teaching (for Primary Teachers) – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-confident-inclusive-instrumental-teaching-for-primary-teachers-london/) - This interactive session explores how to teach instrumental skills through small, progressive steps that support all learners. Using sensory-inclusive, evidence-based approaches, teachers will learn how to create predictable routines and gradual progression pathways that build confidence and control
- [Developing Confident Inclusive Instrumental Teaching (for Primary Teachers) – Hayle](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-confident-inclusive-instrumental-teaching-for-primary-teachers-hayle/) - This interactive session explores how to teach instrumental skills through small, progressive steps that support all learners. Using sensory-inclusive, evidence-based approaches, teachers will learn how to create predictable routines and gradual progression pathways that build confidence.
- [Creating a Singing Culture in Schools – Saltash](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/creating-a-singing-culture-in-schools-saltash/) - A practical, inspiring session designed to develop a vibrant, sustainable singing culture across your school. This session explores how singing and music-making can strengthen school identity and create a deeper sense of belonging for every child.
- [Creating a Singing Culture in Schools – Hayle](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/creating-a-singing-culture-in-schools-hayle/) - A practical, inspiring session designed to develop a vibrant, sustainable singing culture across your school. This session explores how singing and music-making can strengthen school identity and create a deeper sense of belonging for every child.
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 1 – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-1-london/) - This course offers a strong, practical foundation in a supportive and engaging environment. Covering three key areas: upskilling teachers in their own music subject knowledge, exploring what good music in schools looks like, and how to begin to support their colleagues in delivering music curriculum
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 1 – Ladock](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-1-ladock/) - This course offers a strong, practical foundation in a supportive and engaging environment. Covering three key areas: upskilling teachers in their own music subject knowledge, exploring what good music in schools looks like, and how to begin to support colleagues in delivering the music curriculum.
- [Choral Leadership Level 1 – Penryn](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/choral-leadership-level-1-penryn/) - Join us for an inspiring, hands-on day designed to build essential skills in choral leadership. Perfect for beginners or those seeking to refresh their practice.
- [Choral Leadership Level 1 – London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/choral-leadership-level-1-london/) - Join us for an inspiring, hands-on day designed to build essential skills in choral leadership. Perfect for beginners or those seeking to refresh their practice.
- [Changing Voices (Key Stage 3 & 4) - London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/changing-voices-key-stage-3-4-london/) - A practical, expert-led session supporting teachers and choir leaders to navigate adolescent voice change with confidence.
- [Inspiring Futures | A Professional Learning Community](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inspiring-futures/) - Lead by Andy Hind, this Music Mark Professional Learning Community is a space for established senior leaders working at the head of their organisation, in the music education sector.
- [Summer Summit | Without music it’s not an education!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/summer-summit-2/) - Our Summer Summit “Without music it’s not an education!” will be a day of celebrating how musical learning is transforming the lives of children and young people across the UK.
- [Supporting Neurodivergent Children in the Early Years](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/neurodivergent-children-in-the-early-years/) - Exploring what it means to be neurodivergent and how musicians can create environments and experiences that support children.
- [Trauma Informed Practice – Know Your Window](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/trauma-informed-practice-know-your-window/) - This workshop will utilise creative and mindfulness practices while teaching you about your ‘Window of Tolerance’ and how to regulate your emotions. It will show practitioners how to work with their own ‘Window of Tolerance’ as well as recognising this in the children they work with.
- [Get Colourful with Figurenotes](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/get-colourful-with-figurenotes/) - Figurenotes can unlock a world of music. Join us for a hands-on session exploring musical play and creativity. You’ll learn how accessible notation can support young musicians to take their first musical steps by playing with colour and shape, with no child left behind.
- [Building Confidence for Creatives](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/building-confidence-for-creatives/) - Exploring proven tools and techniques to build more stable, lasting confidence in your creative life.
- [Makaton Signed Nursery Rhymes and Songs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/makaton-signed-nursery-rhymes-and-songs/) - This workshop will give a taster session introducing practitioners to making songs multisensory with Makaton.
- [Understanding and Applying Sensory Profiles in Musical Play](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/understanding-and-applying-sensory-profiles-in-musical-play/) - This training will enhance your understanding of sensory profiling and how music can benefit children with additional support needs. You’ll receive practical ideas and resources for multisensory music activities. Discover why music matters, the advantages of music-based approaches, and collaborate to plan activities tailored for a key child.
- [Music in Motion in the Early Years](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-in-motion-in-the-early-years/) - In this workshop we will explore the connection between music and movement: how young children feel music through their whole bodies and how we can utilise and build on this to provide them with learning-rich experiences.
- [A Fresh Look at Music Curriculum Resources](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/a-fresh-look-at-music-curriculum-resources/) - Music education specialists Simon Toyne and Liz Dunbar present this free ISM Trust webinar, taking a fresh look at music curriculum resources in advance of the new academic year.
- [Leadership Development Day with Andy Hind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/leadership-development-conference-with-andy-hind/) - A one-day, in-person conference for senior leaders working in music education organisations.
- [Hampshire Music Education Hub Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/hampshire-music-education-hub-conference-2026/) - We are delighted to invite professionals working with children and young people to the Hampshire Music Education Hub Conference 2026 — a day focused on driving excellence through inclusive and relevant music education.
- [Micro-habits & Time Hacks for Music Educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/micro-habits-time-hacks-for-music-educators/) - Small habits. Big impact. Practical tools and time hacks for music teachers and leaders to beat overwhelm, and protect your energy.
- [Cathedral Music Conference 2026: The impact of cathedral music on educational outcomes](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-impact-of-cathedral-music-on-educational-outcomes-conference-2026/) - How does music shape learning, wellbeing, and life outcomes? There is growing discussion around how early access to music shapes confidence, identity, and long-term engagement with learning.
- [Raised by Algorithms: The World Young People are Living In](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/youth-music-exchange-raised-by-algorithms-the-world-young-people-are-living-in/) - Raised by Algorithms explores the world young people are growing up in, and what that means for those working alongside them.
- [An Introduction to Safeguarding](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-safeguarding/) - This introductory session is ideal for those who are new to safeguarding or just need a quick refresher.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-musical-teaching-5/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary and elementary age pupils? This 90-minute online experience is aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching using an evidence-based relational approach.
- [I.D.E.A.L Network](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/i-d-e-a-l-network/) - Join SLS 360’s fantastic network for problem solving, knowledge sharing, masterclasses and more. Music Mark members can access the network at a generously subsidised rate.
- [First Aid for Youth Mental Health with Soundcastle](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/first-aid-for-youth-mental-health-with-soundcastle/) - Obtain a FAA Level 2 Award / SCQF Level 5 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health (RQF) and tools to help you support young people’s mental health. The course is lead by Soundcastle, the music charity looking to boost wellbeing, build confidence, reduce loneliness, and support communities.
- [From Research to Practice: Expanding Access to Music for Autistic Learners](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/from-research-to-practice-expanding-access-to-music-for-autistic-learners/) - Join Live Music Now for an online event sharing early insights from the AHRC-funded Musical Connections project, exploring how access to high-quality music-making can be expanded for autistic children and young people in Autism Resource Bases.
- [Primary Music Series: BBC Ten Pieces & Other Resources](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-series-bbc-ten-pieces-other-resources/) - A little help from my friends; the BBC leads a session to highlight the great resources and support that external partners can provide to educators, with the support of One Education Music Manchester. This session is a part of our Primary School Music Teaching series.
- [Tools and activities for singing progression and composition](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/tools-and-activities-for-singing-progression-and-composition/) - Professors from Southampton University present Pythagoras’ Toolkit and Royal Ballet and Opera talk about their recently launched ‘RBO Schools Sing Programme’, helping to deliver practical guidance, inspiration and build confidence in teaching composition and singing progression.
- [High Impact Senior Leadership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/high-impact-senior-leadership-26-27/) - High Impact Senior Leadership is an online leadership development programme specifically designed for Heads of Service and Senior Leaders within Music Services, Music Education Organisations and Schools.
- [Conducting in Practice, for educators and developing conductors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/conducting-in-practice-for-educators-and-developing-conductors/) - Previously our Music Educators Conducting Course, this re-launched programme is aimed at those working in music education, or training to do so, and is also suitable for those looking for a solid technical grounding as preparation for our Masterclass series.
- [Ofsted Update on Music in Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ofsted-update-on-music-in-schools-6/) - Hosted by the Music Mark in collaboration with MTA and the ISM, hear from Christopher Stevens, HMI National Lead for Music at Ofsted.
- [Piano Launch Day Webinar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/piano-launch-day-webinar/) - Join this free webinar for an exclusive introduction to our new syllabus, where we’ll guide you through everything you need to know. It’s a must-attend session for piano teachers looking to stay ahead and inspire their students with confidence.
- [Getting started with Creative Musicianship](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/getting-started-with-creative-musicianship/) - Designed for music teachers across all settings, this session explores ways to support learners with Composing, Music Production and Songwriting and expressing their own musical ideas. Packed with information on the qualification structure and practical guidance to help you get started.
- [Hidden Bias in Everyday Decisions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/hidden-bias-in-everyday-decisions/) - In partnership with The I.D.E.A.L Network, move beyond bias awareness to understand how it manifests in systems, habits, and organisational decision-making – and how to avoid it.
- [T-Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/t-time-3/) - T-Time online sessions are interactive sessions exclusively for classroom teachers to talk about their current teaching practice. T-Time is an opportunity to reflect with colleagues across primary, secondary and SEND settings around the UK and discuss hot topics affecting music education. This time we’ll be joined by Young Voices.
- [London Early Years Music Network Meeting: Music with mothers, parents, carers and families](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/london-early-years-music-network-meeting-music-with-mothers-parents-carers-and-families/) - Join us for tea, coffee, chats and inspiration at this session exploring music with mothers, parents, carers and families.
- [Trainee Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sound-connections-trainee-programme/) - The Trainee Programme was born in 2023, out of a desire to retain the exceptional talent and insight of young people within our Wired4Music community, and to bridge the gap for alumni aged 24-30, enabling them to return and contribute to our work and programmes as emerging practitioners in the music industry.
- [Music Education Futures: Part 1 - Understanding the UK Music Education Ecosystem and Careers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-futures-part-1-understanding-the-uk-music-education-ecosystem-and-careers/) - This opening in person session introduces the structure, opportunities and realities of working within the music education sector. Through presentations and group discussion, attendees will explore how music education is organised across Music Hubs, schools, community organisations and cultural institutions.
- [Making Music with Special Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/making-music-with-special-children-3/) - Our popular course Making Music with Special Children will help you to find out how music can help you to communicate with children who have life-limiting illness and/or special educational needs and disabilities.
- [Making Music with Special Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/making-music-with-special-children-2/) - Our popular course Making Music with Special Children will help you to find out how music can help you to communicate with children who have life-limiting illness and/or special educational needs and disabilities.
- [DMLAB: Exploring Accessible Music Tech](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/dmlab-exploring-accessible-music-tech/) - A full day of exploring music, instruments and technology by and for Disabled and Non-Disabled, d/Deaf and neurodivergent musicians and makers. Try out accessible instruments from LIFT Music app, Cosmo, Funki, Digit and TiME.
- [Music Mark Annual Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-mark-annual-conference-2026/)
- [Everyone Can Compose!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/everyone-can-compose/) - Struggling with composing in your music curriculum? This practical workshop offers simple, inclusive strategies using the Orff approach to build creativity, confidence and musical understanding through hands-on activities suitable for a wide range of learners.
- [Primary Music Specialist Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-specialist-certificate-03/) - Are you teaching music as a ‘specialist’ in a primary school, and looking for a certification that demonstrates, develops and enhances your expertise?
- [Music Education Support & Development Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-support-development-certificate-4/) - Do you want to develop your advisory and consultancy skills to support schools to improve their music provison?
- [Inclusive Music Education Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-music-education-certificate-2/) - Do you want to improve your inclusive practice in music education?
- [Conversations about Singing through Menopause](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/conversations-about-singing-through-menopause/) - Our voices are affected by hormones throughout our lives and during menopause many singers struggle with vocal change. In this session, find out what happens to the menopausal voice, and discuss what you can do to support your singers and your own voice during this transition.
- [Being Seen, Being Heard, Feeling Connected: Launch Webinar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/being-seen-being-heard-feeling-connected-launch-webinar/) - Join the Sing Up Foundation to launch our new publication, Being Seen, Being Heard, Feeling Connected, exploring singing and vocal work for children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing. Presentation, panel discussion and Q&A. Free to attend.
- [Planning for Top Score Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/planning-for-top-score-musical-teaching/) - This fun online session explores ways to be more football in the preparation and planning of our teaching to achieve top scores in musical learning outcomes. It’s 90 glorious online minutes to help you prepare for your beautiful and brilliant music lessons.
- [UpRising Hivemind 16](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind-16/) - Join a free online peer-to-peer support space to share experiences and explore creative approaches on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share challenges, support colleagues and discover new ideas.
- [ABRSM Piano Seminar - Winchester](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/abrsm-piano-seminar-winchester/) - This session offers an in‑depth exploration of the updated repertoire, examining new highlights and much-loved favourites. Practical teaching strategies will be shared throughout, including holistic approaches to introducing unfamiliar styles and ideas that balance technique with creativity.
- [ABRSM Piano Seminar - Oxford](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/abrsm-piano-seminar-oxford/) - This session offers an in‑depth exploration of the updated repertoire, examining new highlights and much-loved favourites. Practical teaching strategies will be shared throughout, including holistics approaches to introducing unfamiliar styles that balance technique with creativity.
- [ABRSM Piano Seminar - Manchester](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/abrsm-piano-seminar-manchester/) - This session offers an in‑depth exploration of the updated repertoire, examining new highlights and much-loved favourites. Practical teaching strategies will be shared throughout, including holistics approaches to introducing unfamiliar styles and ideas that balance technique with creativity.
- [ABRSM Piano Seminar - London](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/abrsm-piano-seminar-london/) - This session offers an in‑depth exploration of the updated repertoire, examining new highlights and much-loved favourites. Practical teaching strategies will be shared throughout, including holistic approaches to introducing unfamiliar styles and ideas that balance technique with creativity.
- [Higher Education Conference: Past, Current and Future Progression Routes to HE](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/laying-the-pipeline-past-current-and-future-progression-routes-to-higher-education/) - Music Mark is delighted to hold its first in-person Higher Education Conference hosted at the Cardiff University School of Music, to discuss Progression Routes to Higher Education for young people.
- [Skills Lab: Exploring Co-creation with Streetwise Opera](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/skills-lab-exploring-co-creation-with-streetwise-opera/) - This training day offers artists and practitioners a chance to understand the approach Streetwise Opera has developed over the past 24 years to creating ambitious new opera with people who have experienced homelessness and other adults at risk.
- [An Introduction to PR and Securing Coverage](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-pr-and-securing-coverage/) - A practical, advice rich session to help you use the media to promote the brilliant things happening in your organisation.
- [The Leadership Collective: Managing Through Change](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-through-change-practical-tools-to-help-yourself-and-others-through-changes-at-work-2/) - Join The Leadership Collective as they guide you through your responses to change and give insights into thinking about change as a team.
- [Exchange: Understanding AI (uses, ethics & safeguarding)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchange-understanding-ai-uses-ethics-safeguarding/) - Led by Ian McLintock from Charity Excellence, this session is intended to help people understand what AI is and how it works, including ethical issues.
- [Exchange: Turning emails into ongoing revenue](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchange-turning-emails-into-ongoing-revenue/) - How to grow a mailing list of people who are interested in the work of your organisation.
- [A Common Approach: Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/a-common-approach-early-years-music/) - Music Mark’s free online music teaching curriculum – A Common Approach – has a new section on Early Years Music Education. Join us to get the scoop on the new resource.
- [Arts and Humanities Research Council Hub for Public Engagement with Music Research: Final Showcase](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/arts-and-humanities-research-council-hub-for-public-engagement-with-music-research-final-showcase/) - Join us at BBC Hoddinott Hall, Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff for a celebration of best practice public engagement with music research. The Spoke projects from the Arts and Humanities Research Council Hub will share project outcomes.
- [Teaching 3-5 Year Olds Singing and Musicianship](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/teaching-3-5-year-olds-singing-and-musicianship-3/) - Early years musical skills made simple in 90 minutes. This is a quick and easy online session aimed at practitioners working within Early Years Foundation Stage settings to help organise and deliver fun activities to encourage musical learning.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-musical-teaching-4/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This 90-minute online experience is aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching using an evidence-based relational approach.
- [Ways Into Teaching Children Part-Singing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ways-into-teaching-children-part-singing-4/) - Teach the world to sing in perfect harmony… one voice part at a time!
- [Maximising the Impact of Classroom Helpers in Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/maximising-the-impact-of-classroom-helpers-in-musical-teaching/) - Are you making the most of your classroom help in your music lessons? Teaching assistants and additional adults (who may be teachers or performers) can have an amazing impact on learning when deployed and communicated with effectively.
- [Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator Training](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rhythm2recovery-surrey-26/) - We are back in Surrey for Rhythm2Recovery facilitator training this May! Rhythm2Recovery is widely used by music educators around the world to support youth mental health. This program teaches music and rhythm in a fun, social and exploratory way linking to social and emotional learning and has a strong focus on rhythm, movement and improvisation.
- [Hull Music Cities Convention 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/hull-music-cities-convention/) - Music Cities Convention returns to the UK, bringing together global leaders to explore how music shapes cities. A key opportunity for music education organisations to connect with policy, skills development and community impact.
- [Leading Inclusion When the Room Isn’t Ready](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/leading-inclusion-when-the-room-isnt-ready/) - In partnership with The I.D.E.A.L Network, learn how to lead change when others are unsure, uncomfortable, or disengaged.
- [Belonging by Design: Creating Cultures Where People Thrive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/belonging-by-design-creating-cultures-where-people-thrive/) - In partnership with The I.D.E.A.L Network, explore psychological safety, trust, and data collection to intentionally design cultures of belonging.
- [Discover BBC Get Singing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/discover-bbc-get-singing/) - Find out about new and engaging resources to encourage collective singing among 11–14-year-olds in and out of school.
- [Disability Inclusive Classrooms with Celebrating Disability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/disability-inclusive-classrooms-with-celebrating-diversity/) - Make your Music classroom and teaching more accessible and engaging for everyone with actionable tips, resources, and ideas.
- [Mentors of Change 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mentors-of-change-2026/) - Music Masters’ Mentors of Change programme helps music educators develop the skills, confidence, and tools to mentor colleagues, share expertise, and inspire creativity. It supports mentors to work with impact, prioritise wellbeing for both mentor and mentee, and navigate challenging conversations.
- [Sound! Music Hub CPD Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sound-music-hub-cpd-conference-2026/) - We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Sound! Music Hub CPD Conference, designed to offer hands-on, practical support and professional development for both music specialists and non-specialists from schools across the Liverpool City Region and Warrington.
- [Spring Summit](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/spring-summit/) - This in-person summit is an opportunity for Music Service leaders from across the UK to come together to discuss the hot topics in music education.
- [Mental Health in Community & Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mental-health-in-community-music-education/) - Strengthen your mental health lens across all provision. This interactive session explores practical, holistic approaches that help reduce barriers, improve engagement and deepen inclusion in community and music education settings.
- [An Introduction to Fundraising](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-fundraising/) - An introduction to fundraising for those in Music Education.
- [Ofsted Update on Music in Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ofsted-update-on-music-in-schools-5/) - Hosted by the MTA in collaboration with Music Mark and the ISM, hear from Christopher Stevens, HMI National Lead for Music at Ofsted.
- [The Schools Printed Music Licence Unpacked](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-schools-printed-music-licence-unpacked/) - Unpack the Schools Printed Music Licence, understand what you can legally copy and learn how you can stretch your school music budget.
- [The Magic of Group Teaching with Rachel Cooper](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-magic-of-group-teaching-with-rachel-cooper/) - Join award winning educator and Music Masters teacher, Rachel Cooper to discover the Magic of Group Teaching. You’ll explore the unique possibilities of this method of teaching with ideas, tips and tools to help you make the most of it and be ready to make magic happen in your classes.
- [Co-regulation in Music Education with Darren Abrahams](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/co-regulation-in-music-education-with-darren-abrahams/) - Music Masters invite you to a transformative workshop led by Music Educator and Trauma Specialist, Darren Abrahams. Here, you’ll discover the role of the nervous system and the co-regulation practices vital for looking after ourselves, our teams and our classrooms.
- [An Introduction to Neurodiversity Awareness](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-neurodiversity-awareness/) - An introductory 1 hour guide to neurodiversity exploring key concepts, lived experience, and practical ways to create more inclusive spaces with Starling.
- [Carbon Literacy Training](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/carbon-literacy-training/) - Join us for this two-part Carbon Literacy Certified training course to help you build understanding and develop clear and personalised next steps for your organisation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- [Beyond Enrichment: Rethinking Music and Employability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/beyond-enrichment-rethinking-music-and-employability/) - Panel discussion bringing together specialists from both inside and outside of music education to reflect upon the role of music in a world where artificial intelligence is becoming more dominant and uniquely human characteristics are increasing in perceived value.
- [Navigating Intersectionality with Belonging Effect](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/navigating-intersectionality-with-belonging-effect/) - We’ve teamed up with Belonging Effect (formerly Diverse Educators) to deliver a two-part course on Intersectionality in education, to help people consider and build truly inclusive spaces.
- [Make Music Work](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/make-music-work-2/) - Make Music Work returns on Friday, bringing together musicians, creators and industry voices for a day of conversation and connection. Taking place at 229 London, this year’s event is designed to help you navigate the realities of working in music today.
- [UpRising Hivemind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind/) - Free termly online space offering peer-to-peer support on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs, to share experiences and explore creative approaches that can make a difference to our classroom practice. All welcome to share experiences – no question/topic too basic.
- [UpRising Hivemind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/uprising-hivemind-2/) - Free termly online space offering peer-to-peer support on topics surrounding teaching music to young people with additional needs, to share experiences and explore creative approaches that make a difference to classroom practice. All welcome to share their experiences – no question/topic too basic.
- [Chamber Music: Synergies through time, places and spaces](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/chamber-music-synergies-through-time-places-and-spaces/) - A one-day conference celebrating the place of chamber music in past and present societies, and advocating for its continued livelihood as we look into the future.
- [Inclusive Music Teaching CPD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-music-teaching-cpd/) - Join us for this practical CPD day led by Shirley Salmon supporting music educators to meet current Ofsted expectations around inclusion. Explore how the Orff Approach enables all learners to participate through accessible, high-quality music-making.
- [Flute Masterclass with ABRSM Chief Examiner Zoë Booth](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/flute-masterclass-with-abrsm-chief-examiner-zoe-booth/) - Gain exclusive insider insight into the ABRSM Flute Syllabus. This masterclass offers expert guidance straight from an ABRSM Chief Examiner, with practical tips tailored to a piece of your choice.
- [Local Government Reorganisation Big Meet](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/local-government-reorganisation-big-meet/) - Big Meet for Members across England who may be affected by the proposed plans for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).
- [Inclusive Practice in Action 2026: Creating Change Together](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-practice-in-action-2026-creating-change-together/) - Join Sound Connections for its 2026 annual gathering – a day full of connection, creativity, and conversation, created in partnership with Drake Music. We’ll be exploring how we build inclusive communities in music education and how learning from each other’s work can help shape what we do next.
- [Educator Pathways](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/educator-pathways-3/) - We put the focus on careers and trends in the music business, providing music educators with the information, knowledge and contacts they need to advise and support students who seek to pursue a career in music.
- [Educator Pathways](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/educator-pathways-2/) - Join us on this free professional development programme that puts the focus on careers and trends in the music business, providing music educators with the information, knowledge and contacts they need to advise and support students who seek to pursue a career in music.
- [Educator Pathways](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/educator-pathways/) - We put the focus on careers and trends in the music business, providing music educators with the information, knowledge and contacts they need to advise and support students who seek to pursue a career in music.
- [Youth Music Exchange: An Introduction to Safeguarding](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/youth-music-exchange-an-introduction-to-safeguarding/) - The session will explain some of the terms that are used within safeguarding and discuss roles and responsibilities. It will introduce the idea of safeguarding as a culture, not a policy and offer some signposts for further information and support.
- [Youth Music Awards 2026 - Q&A](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/youth-music-awards-2026-qa/) - The Youth Music Awards 2026 Nominations are open until Sunday 1st February 2026! Have you been meaning to apply? Unsure of whether you can? Want to know more about what we’re looking for? Join us online on to find out everything you need to know about this year’s Youth Music Awards 2026.
- [Skills Lab Academy: Music Facilitation Toolkit](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/skills-lab-academy-music-facilitation-toolkit/) - Improve your music facilitation with Skills Lab Academy. This session covers a wide range of techniques to develop your practice, exploring devising projects, vocal leading and integrating technology into your workshops.
- [Skills Lab Academy: Inclusive Music Faclitation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/skills-lab-academy-inclusive-music-faclitation/) - Improve your music facilitation with Skills Lab Academy. This session covers leading workshops with families and infants, working with migrant communities, and building inclusive creative strategies in music facilitation.
- [Skills Lab Academy: Leading Creative Instrumental Projects](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/skills-lab-academy-leading-creative-instrumental-projects/) - Improve your music facilitation with Skills Lab Academy. This session will explore leading instrumental projects, working in varied community settings.
- [The Wharfedale Piano Teachers Spring Event with Kris Worsley](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-wharfedale-piano-teachers-spring-event-with-kris-worsley/) - Join us for an inspiring day of learning, discussion, and community at our Spring Event.
- [PR and Communication: Helping Your Work Shine Bright](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/pr-and-communication-helping-your-work-shine-bright/) - Make sure your key messages are heard and remembered by your organisations audience, with this workshop from The Leadership Collective.
- [Devon Music Education Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/devon-music-education-conference-2026/) - Join us at Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre for the South West’s leading music education CPD opportunity of the year, Devon Music Education Conference…
- [Sound Starts: Devon Early Years Music Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sound-starts-devon-early-years-music-conference-2026/) - Join us for Sound Starts, a practical and inspiring Early Years music CPD event designed to help educators, practitioners, and musicians build confidence in delivering inclusive music experiences for young children.
- [Wales Big Meet: Shaping Music Mark’s asks of the next government in Wales](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/wales-big-meet-shaping-music-marks-asks-of-the-next-government-in-wales/) - Help shape Music Mark’s asks of the next Senedd in advance of the next Welsh Elections.
- [West of England Music Conference: Harmonising for the Future](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/west-of-england-music-conference-harmonising-for-the-future/) - Join us at Harmonising For The Future, an inspiring music conference designed for all primary and secondary school music leads. Dive into a day of practical workshops, innovative ideas, and expert insights to support your school’s music curriculum and add to your teaching toolkit.
- [Talking Openly About Organisational Endings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/talking-openly-about-organisational-endings/) - An Introduction to Deceleration and The Decelerator. This workshop offers a supportive space to consider what’s often unspoken.
- [Mental Health First Aid With Soundcastle](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mental-health-first-aid-with-soundcastle/) - Become a Mental Health First Aider with Soundcastle! Join them to explore many practical ways to support mental health in music education settings and gain a FAA Level 2 Award qualification in First Aid for Mental Health.
- [Young People & Lyrics: The Complex Terrain of Creative Expression](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/young-people-lyrics-the-complex-terrain-of-creative-expression/) - Please join Art Not Evidence and youth work experts in this upcoming session to learn more, share your insights and shape a new resource.
- [Born Into Music, Locked Out of Power](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/born-into-music-locked-out-of-power/) - This session will explore the themes in our article, ‘Born Into Music, Locked Out of Power’ and the structural barriers blocking Global Majority young people from progressing in the music industry.
- [Just The Way It Is? Young Creatives Demand Safety & Rights in Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/just-the-way-it-is-young-creatives-demand-safety-rights-in-music/) - We’ll hear from a panel about what real action looks like for young creatives and how to bridge the gap between generations.
- [Early Years Music Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/early-years-music-conference/) - Holistic Approaches to Music Making in the Early Years. A collaboration between AMP, Note Weavers and More Music.
- [Spring Into Dalcroze](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/spring-into-dalcroze/) - Discover the transformative power of Dalcroze Eurhythmics at this short, five-day course for musicians, teachers, dancers, students and music practitioners. Eurhythmics is the study of music through movement, which can elevate creativity in music and develop powerful musical expression.
- [South Coast Music Partnership Conference: Inspiring Minds. Shaping Futures.](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/south-coast-music-partnership-conference-inspiring-minds-shaping-futures/) - Join us for a powerful day of inspiration, collaboration, and professional growth at the South Coast Music Partnership Conference, hosted in the Sir James Matthews Building, Guildhall Square, Southampton.
- [Music Hub Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-hub-conference-2026/) - Hear keynote speakers from across the music industry and education, discussing the shifting musical landscape. Learn practical tips from expert repairers, and unlock new strategies for progression. Discover innovative products and solutions for the classroom and get hands-on experience.
- [Primary Teaching Series: Providing equitable, diverse, & inclusive music in the Primary classroom](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-teaching-series-providing-equitable-diverse-inclusive-music-in-the-primary-classroom/) - Join us for our spring Primary School Music Teaching series session, this time with representatives from Albion Computers and Beat Goes On.
- [Unpacking the Curriculum and Assessment Review: An online event for music teachers in England](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/unpacking-the-curriculum-and-assessment-review-an-online-event-for-music-teachers-in-england/) - With the Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) now published and the EBacc finally scrapped, this is a pivotal moment. Join us for a free, interactive consultation open to classroom teachers in England at all key stages.
- [T-Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/t-time-2/) - T-Time online sessions are interactive sessions exclusively for classroom teachers to talk about their current teaching practice. T-Time is an opportunity to reflect with colleagues across primary, secondary and SEND settings around the UK and discuss hot topics affecting music education.
- [Measuring What Matters: Strategies for assessing and evidencing progress in primary music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/measuring-what-matters-strategies-for-assessing-and-evidencing-progress-in-primary-music/) - This free CPD session explores strategies for assessing and evidencing musical development in line with the renewed Education Inspection Framework. Together we will look at how to capture progression without excessive paperwork, and how music leads can build confidence across their staff team.
- [Providing Equitable, Diverse & Inclusive Music Teaching | The Secondary Music Teaching Series](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-implementation-of-inclusive-practice-in-the-music-room-the-secondary-music-teaching-series/) - Jenetta Hurst explores these curriculum-based approaches that incorporate and promote inspirational diverse ethnic representation and content at secondary level, as part of our Secondary Music Teaching Series.
- [Curriculum Music Conference East](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/curriculum-music-conference-east-2/) - A day of inspiration for primary and secondary music teachers, featuring practical workshops, presentations, discussions, and exhibition, all designed to support you with delivering curriculum music in schools.
- [Facilitating Intergenerational Music: Evidence, practice, and creativity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/facilitating-intergenerational-music-evidence-practice-and-creativity/) - An opportunity to explore intergenerational music practice.
- [FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/faa-level-1-award-in-awareness-of-first-aid-for-mental-health/) - Music Mark have teamed up with Soundcastle once again, this time to deliver a Level 1 qualification in Mental Health First Aid.
- [Vocal Health: Protecting your voice in your daily practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/vocal-health-protecting-your-voice-in-your-daily-practice/) - Are you using your voice or singing while working? Join expert in the field of vocal health and singing coach Jenevora Williams as she unpacks vocal health and efficiency.
- [Introduction to the Online Individual Learning Plan](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/introduction-to-the-online-individual-learning-plan-2/) - An online training session to explore the Individual Learning Plan (ILP) — a personalised tool developed in partnership with Charanga, designed to support each young musician’s musical and personal development.
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 3](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-3-3/) - Delivered by ABRSM Voices Consultant Jenny Trattles, this CPD supports music leads with curriculum delivery, assessment, and co-curricular strategies. Gain confidence in leading music across your school with creativity and impact.
- [Trainee Trustee Scheme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/trainee-trustee-scheme/) - This scheme give participants the chance to learn about the world of charity governance, improve their professional skills and learn from sector professionals in a supportive environment.
- [Big Meet: Curriculum & Assessment Review](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/big-meet-curriculum-assessment-review/) - The ISM, MTA and Music Mark come together to present their initial thoughts on the recently published Curriculum and Assessment Review and allow for feedback from the floor.
- [Heart of England Music Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/heart-of-england-music-conference/) - Are you ready to break down the barriers to music education? Join passionate music educators, leaders, and practitioners from across the Heart of England region for a transformative day of inspiration, collaboration, and action.
- [Class Ceiling: Classical Music Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/class-ceiling-classical-music-conference/) - A one-day event at Guildhall School of Music & Drama will unite leaders, educators, and musicians to confront class barriers in classical music. Tackling the socio-economic deficit in the classical music industry, join us for this vital conversation on what steps we need to take to ensure our organisation makes a meaningful contribution to inclusion.
- [Mastering the Creative Industry: Exploring RSL Awards Career Development Qualifications](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mastering-the-creative-industry-exploring-rsl-awards-career-development-qualifications/) - Are you an aspiring or current creative professional looking for internationally recognised qualifications that validate your high-level achievement in a professional environment? Join the RSL Awards team for an overview of our Career Development Qualifications, spanning from Level 3 to 6.
- [Elevate Your Teaching: The Power of RSL Graded Music Exams](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/elevate-your-teaching-the-power-of-rsl-graded-music-exams/) - Join us to discover how RSL’s graded exams can inspire students and support your teaching. We’ll give you a full breakdown of our exam’s components, showcase our contemporary repertoire that keeps students engaged, and explain the flexible exam formats that suit every learner.
- [Music Mark Annual Conference 2025](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-mark-annual-conference-2025/) - Bookings have now closed and we looking forward to seeing all our delegates at the conference soon!
- [Singing with Purpose - Music Educators' Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/singing-with-purpose-music-educators-conference-2026/) - A jam-packed conference full of ideas and inspiration with a focus on singing. This will be a practical day with you taking part in workshops and sessions to enhance and develop your practice with skills you can take straight back to the classroom!
- [Music Teachers' Association Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mta-conference-2026/) - Join us for a weekend of exceptional CPD, inspirational speakers, unrivalled networking opportunities and our enviable trade fair – all under the theme of ‘Music: Where we Belong’.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-musical-teaching-3/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This 90 minute online experience is aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching using an evidence-based relational approach.
- [How to Navigate a Career in Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-navigate-a-career-in-music/) - Sign up for this free webinar, where a panel of professionals working across different areas of the industry will share honest advice, practical tips, and real-world insights into building a sustainable and rewarding career in music.
- [Your Guide to RSL Recorded Digital Exams (Graded Music)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/your-guide-to-rsl-recorded-digital-exams-graded-music/) - Join the RSL Awards team for a free live webinar. This session is designed for graded music teachers, parents, and candidates to gain clarity on the digital exam submission process: from recording your performance to understanding the rules.
- [Research Feedback from UCL: Sustainability Practices in Music Hubs & Services](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/research-feedback-from-ucl-sustainability-practices-in-music-hubs-services/) - Following release of UCL research commissioned by Music Mark, this session is an opportunity to hear from Dr Ross Purves as he provides a summary of key findings and share their insights and recommendations for running a greener music service or organisation.
- [Choral Leadership Level 3](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/choral-leadership-level-3/) - Led by ABRSM Voices Consultant Charles MacDougall, this advanced CPD day explores part-singing, conducting in varied time signatures, and purposeful rehearsals. Perfect for experienced leaders seeking to refine and deepen their choral practice.
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 2](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-2-3/) - Delivered by ABRSM Voices Consultant Jenny Trattles, this CPD builds on Level 1 with pitch and composition skills, SEN strategies, and your first steps in developing a Music Development Plan. A practical, inclusive session for growing music leadership.
- [Choral Leadership Level 2](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/choral-leadership-level-2/) - Led by ABRSM Voices Consultant Charles MacDougall, this CPD day helps experienced choral leaders refine warm-ups, conducting, and repertoire for performance. Gain fresh ideas and confidence to energise your choir and elevate your leadership.
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-1-3/) - Led by ABRSM Voices Consultant Jenny Trattles, this CPD supports classroom teachers stepping into music leadership. Build subject knowledge, explore quality music education, and learn how to support colleagues in a practical, inclusive environment.
- [Choral Leadership Level 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/choral-leadership-level-1/) - ABRSM Voices CPD days offer practical, CPD-accredited training in choral leadership and music subject leadership. Led by expert Charles Béquignon-MacDougall, sessions support all experience levels with hands-on tools to inspire inclusive, confident music teaching.
- [Classroom Teacher to Music Lead Level 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/classroom-teacher-to-music-lead-level-1-2/) - Led by ABRSM Voices Consultant Jenny Trattles, this CPD supports classroom teachers stepping into music leadership. Build subject knowledge, explore quality music education, and learn how to support colleagues in a practical, inclusive environment.
- [Start with Singing: Supporting Teachers to Embed Music in their Primary School](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/start-with-singing-supporting-teachers-to-embed-music-in-their-primary-school/) - Join us for our first Primary School Music Teaching series session, this time with representatives from Oak/Bristol Beacon and Sing Up.
- [Artists' Care: Supervision and care for artists working in complex settings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/artists-care-supervision-and-care-for-artists-working-in-complex-settings/) - How can supervision and care in challenging and complex settings be structured, funded and embedded within organisational structures?
- [Q&A: Taking action on climate change as a small organisation or individual](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/qa-taking-action-on-climate-change-as-a-small-organisation-or-individual/) - We’ll be joined by Music Declares Emergency, Impatience Earth and Nick Perks to chat realistically about climate change.
- [Exchanging Notes: Designing a community-led response to prevent Gender Based Violence](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchanging-notes-designing-a-community-led-response-to-prevent-gender-based-violence-2/) - Learn how Art Against Knives co-designed a community led response to prevent Gender Based Violence.
- [Exchanging Notes: Setting and Maintaining Boundaries](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchanging-notes-setting-and-maintaining-boundaries/) - Join Rachel from The People Choreographer for a practical session on setting and maintaining healthy boundaries in the workplace.
- [Exchanging Notes: Delivering Effective Feedback](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchanging-notes-delivering-effective-feedback/) - Join Rachel from The People Choreographer for a practical, engaging session that will take your feedback skills to centre stage.
- [Explore Evaluation with Quench Arts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/explore-evaluation-with-quench-arts/) - An interactive session in which we’ll explore evaluation methods, signpost to resources and address attendees’ questions.
- [Ways Into Teaching Children Part-Singing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ways-into-teaching-children-part-singing-3/) - This quick and easy 90 minute online session aims to help educators to support their students in the skills required to sing in harmony.
- [Teaching 3-5 Year Olds Singing and Musicianship](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/teaching-3-5-year-olds-singing-and-musicianship-2/) - Early years music skills made simple in 90 minutes. This is a quick and easy online session is aimed at practitioners working within Early Years Foundation Stage settings to help organise and deliver fun activities to encourage musical learning.
- [Maximising the Impact of Classroom Helpers in Whole Class Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/maximising-the-impact-of-classroom-helpers-in-whole-class-teaching-3/) - Are you making the most of your classroom help in your music lessons? Teaching assistants and additional adults (who may be teachers and/or performers) can have an amazing impact on learning when deployed and communicated with effectively. This session gives ideas and tips to musically engage all.
- [T-Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/t-time/) - T-Time online sessions are interactive sessions exclusively for classroom teachers to talk about their current teaching practice. T-Time is an opportunity to reflect with colleagues across primary, secondary and SEND settings around the UK and discuss hot topics affecting music education.
- [Exchanging Notes: Embedding 'support' into creative spaces](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchanging-notes-embedding-support-into-creative-spaces/) - Young people’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of Youth Music projects. What support structures are needed, and how can young people be placed at the centre? Learn how Art Against Knives embed ‘support’ through formulation framework, mentoring and direct support.
- [Peer Group: Instrumental and Vocal Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/peer-group-instrumental-and-vocal-tutors-7/) - Music Mark peer groups allow people across the UK to connect, discuss and learn from people with similar roles within the Music Education Sector. This session is specifically for Instrumental and Vocal Tutors.
- [Peer Group: Instrumental and Vocal Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/peer-group-instrumental-and-vocal-tutors-8/) - Music Mark peer groups allow people across the UK to connect, discuss and learn from people with similar roles within the Music Education Sector. This session is specifically for Instrumental and Vocal Tutors.
- [Stepping Up To Leadership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/stepping-up-to-leadership/) - Following on from the High Impact Senior Leadership course, Enhancing Learning have partnered with Music Mark to provide a virtual leadership development programme for Middle Leaders and Aspiring Leaders within Music Services, Music Hubs and Schools.
- [Inclusive Music Education Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-music-education-certificate/) - This programme is devised and delivered by globally-recognised musical inclusion expert Dr Phil Mullen, drawing on his academic research and practical experience.
- [Music Education Support & Development Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-support-development-certificate-3/) - This programme devised and led by experienced music education consultant Dr Liz Stafford is designed for advisors, consultants, trainers, and lead schools to help them to develop their skills in supporting and developing music education in other schools.
- [Music Education Support & Development Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-support-development-certificate-2/) - This programme devised and led by experienced music education consultant Dr Liz Stafford is designed for advisors, consultants, trainers, and lead schools to help them to develop their skills in supporting and developing music education in other schools.
- [Music Education Support & Development Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-support-development-certificate/) - This programme devised and led by experienced music education consultant Dr Liz Stafford is designed for advisors, consultants, trainers, and lead schools to help them to develop their skills in supporting and developing music education in other schools.
- [Primary Music Specialist Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-specialist-certificate/) - Are you teaching music as a ‘specialist’ in a primary school, and looking for a certification that demonstrates, develops and enhances your expertise?
- [Primary Music Specialist Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-specialist-certificate-2/) - Are you teaching music as a ‘specialist’ in a primary school, and looking for a certification that demonstrates, develops and enhances your expertise?
- [Secondary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/secondary-music-leadership-certificate-9/) - This programme aims to provide tools to support teachers in developing a thriving music department and delivering a high quality curriculum appropriate to their local context.
- [Secondary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/secondary-music-leadership-certificate-8/) - This programme aims to provide tools to support teachers in developing a thriving music department and delivering a high quality curriculum appropriate to their local context.
- [Secondary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/secondary-music-leadership-certificate-7/) - This programme aims to provide tools to support teachers in developing a thriving music department and delivering a high quality curriculum appropriate to their local context.
- [Primary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-leadership-certificate-12/) - This course is designed for teachers who have been or aspire to be given subject responsibility for music in their schools, and is suitable for both specialist and non-specialist music subject leaders.
- [Primary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-leadership-certificate-11/) - This course is designed for teachers who have been or aspire to be given subject responsibility for music in their schools, and is suitable for both specialist and non-specialist music subject leaders.
- [Primary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-leadership-certificate-10/) - This course is designed for teachers who have been or aspire to be given subject responsibility for music in their schools, and is suitable for both specialist and non-specialist music subject leaders.
- [Managing Behaviour in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-behaviour-in-music-education-2/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for promoting positive behaviour, and dealing with inappropriate and challenging behaviour in a music education setting.
- [Managing Behaviour in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-behaviour-in-music-education-4/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for promoting positive behaviour, and dealing with inappropriate and challenging behaviour in a music education setting.
- [Managing Behaviour in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-behaviour-in-music-education-3/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for promoting positive behaviour, and dealing with inappropriate and challenging behaviour in a music education setting.
- [Music Education and SEMHD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-and-semhd-6/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for delivering music activities for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMHD).
- [Music Education and SEMHD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-and-semhd-5/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for delivering music activities for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMHD).
- [Music Education and SEMHD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-and-semhd-4/) - In this 1.5 hour webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for delivering music activities for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMHD).
- [Developing Core Skills in Primary Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-core-skills-in-primary-music-7/) - In this full day webinar you will learn how to support your pupils to develop their skills and understanding in performing, composing & improvising, listening, reading notation, and understanding the history of music.
- [Developing Core Skills in Primary Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-core-skills-in-primary-music-5/) - In this full day webinar you will learn how to support your pupils to develop their skills and understanding in performing, composing & improvising, listening, reading notation, and understanding the history of music.
- [Developing Core Skills in Primary Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-core-skills-in-primary-music-6/) - In this full day webinar you will learn how to support your pupils to develop their skills and understanding in performing, composing & improvising, listening, reading notation, and understanding the history of music.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-musical-teaching-2/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This 90 minute online experience is a quick and easy session aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-musical-teaching/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This 90 minute online experience is a quick and easy session aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching.
- [Building Partnerships: Broadening Provision through Community Music-Making and the Wider Sector | The Secondary Music Teaching Series](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/building-partnerships-broadening-provision-through-community-music-making-and-the-wider-sector-the-secondary-music-teaching-series/) - Jenetta Hurst leads delegates through an interactive session to share true areas for development, planning, assessing provision and sharing good practice.
- [Reframing Advocacy for Music Education | The Secondary Music Teaching Series](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/reframing-advocacy-for-music-education-the-secondary-music-teaching-series/) - Learn key insights on how to best advocate for music to the senior leadership of your secondary school.
- [Exchanging Notes: Designing a community-led response to prevent gender based violence](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/exchanging-notes-designing-a-community-led-response-to-prevent-gender-based-violence/) - The Home Office calls violence against women and girls a ‘national threat’. Music projects can build dialogue and understanding. See how Youth Music partner Art Against Knives is tackling it through a co-designed, community-led response.
- [Music Teacher Network Session](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-teacher-network-session/) - An exciting online event for music teachers to share their knowledge and experiences. For teachers at all stages of their development, with a focus on curriculum development, staff wellbeing and time to interrogate common challenges in music provision.
- [Rhythm, Rhyme, Repeat!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rhythm-rhyme-repeat/) - This workshop explores how songs and rhymes can foster a love of language and reading. We will show you how songs and singing are powerful tools to support language and vocabulary development.
- [Kick Off The Term With ABRSM](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/kick-off-the-term-with-abrsm-2/) - Book your place on one of two free webinars to explore key updates relating to ABRSM Music Exams! We will introduce you to support and resources you can utilise throughout the academic year. You will also have the chance to ask questions during the live Q&A.
- [Kick Off The Term With ABRSM](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/kick-off-the-term-with-abrsm/) - Book your place on one of two free webinars to explore key updates relating to ABRSM Music Exams! We will introduce you to support and resources you can utilise throughout the academic year. You will also have the chance to ask questions during the live Q&A.
- [Ways Into Teaching Children Part-Singing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ways-into-teaching-children-part-singing-2/) - Teach the world to sing in perfect harmony… one voice part at a time.
- [Getting Ready for Top Score Whole Class Musical Teaching (Planning & Preparedness)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/getting-ready-for-top-score-whole-class-musical-teaching-planning-preparedness/) - This fun online session explores ways to be more football in the preparation and planning of our performing arts teaching to achieve top scores in learning outcomes. It’s 90 glorious online minutes of helping you to plan your beautiful (teaching) game.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-teaching-7/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This 90 minute online experience is a quick and easy session aimed at music educators to help underpin behaviour basics in whole class teaching.
- [Curriculum Music Conference Central](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/curriculum-music-conference-central-3/) - A day of inspiration for primary and secondary music teachers, featuring practical workshops, presentations, discussions, and exhibition, all designed to support you with delivering curriculum music in schools.
- [Curriculum Music Conference North](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/curriculum-music-conference-north-2/) - A day of inspiration for primary and secondary music teachers, featuring practical workshops, presentations, discussions, and exhibition, all designed to support you with delivering curriculum music in schools.
- [Curriculum Music Conference South](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/curriculum-music-conference-south-2/) - A day of inspiration for primary and secondary music teachers, featuring practical workshops, presentations, discussions, and exhibition, all designed to support you with delivering curriculum music in schools.
- [Doctoral Open Day: Music, Sound and Vision](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/doctoral-open-day-music-sound-and-vision/) - The British Library’s Doctoral Open Days are for current and prospective PhD students and other researchers interested in working with our collections. Explore our music, sound and vision, and visual arts collections with our curatorial and reference teams.
- [Music Licensing in Education | Q&A](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-licensing-in-education-qa/) - Join experts from PMLL, PRS and CCLI as they answer your questions on licensing for recorded, written and performed music.
- [MuseClass Primary: Affordable music for every classroom](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/museclass-primary-affordable-music-for-every-classroom/) - Discover more on Hal Leonard Europe’s MuseClass Primary offer, and explore practical, curriculum-aligned strategies to enhance creativity, increase engagement, and build confidence for both non-specialist and specialist music teachers.
- [Tea and Chat | Summer meet-up sessions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/tea-and-chat-summer-drop-in-sessions/) - An opportunity for members to join us over the summer holidays to catch up with colleagues throughout the nation.
- [Music Tuition to Educational Settings Through the Hull Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-tuition-to-educational-settings-through-the-hull-music-service/) - Hull City Council is carrying out a procurement exercise to secure additional capacity for Hull Music Service. The event will provide information on the procurement exercise and commissioning plans for the service.
- [Working as a Musician in the Age of AI](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/working-as-a-musician-in-the-age-of-ai/) - This unmissable webinar is for composers, producers, songwriters and educators who want to stay informed, stay protected, and stay creative in the age of AI-generated music.
- [Ripple Early Year Arts Symposium](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/ripple-early-year-arts-symposium/) - Join us for an interdisciplinary gathering for extravagant ideas about art and people under three.
- [Maximising the Impact of Classroom Helpers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/maximising-the-impact-of-classroom-helpers-3/) - Are you making the most of your classroom help in your music lessons? Teaching assistants and additional adults (who may be teachers or performers) can have an amazing impact on learning when deployed and communicated with effectively.
- [An Introduction to Social Media and Content Creation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-social-media-and-content-creation/) - Members of the Music Mark comms team talk you through the fundamentals of social media, with tips on everything from creating content to the best platforms and best practice.
- [Growing Trans & Non-Binary Awareness](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/growing-trans-non-binary-awareness/) - We’ve teamed up with Diverse Educators to deliver a two-part course on Transgender and Non-Binary awareness, to help people finding confidence in understanding, supporting and making space for gender diverse people.
- [Peer Group: Instrumental and Vocal Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/peer-group-instrumental-and-vocal-tutors-6/) - Music Mark peer groups allow people across the UK to connect, discuss and learn from people with similar roles within the Music Education Sector. This session is specifically for Instrumental and Vocal Tutors.
- [Figurenotes: Developing Your Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/figurenotes-developing-your-practice-5/) - Learn the tools to create a truly accessible music practice, where your students thrive. Build confidence and engagement across a wide range of learners in both ASN/SEND and mainstream settings. You’ll leave with resources you can use straight away.
- [How to Apply the Music Curriculum Framework to Your Classroom (Primary)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-apply-the-music-curriculum-framework-to-your-classroom-primary/) - Join Professor Martin Fautley and Dr Alison Daubney to learn how to apply the music curriculum frameworks to your classroom. Get practical ideas to transform your approach to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in music.
- [How to Apply the Music Curriculum Framework to Your Classroom (Secondary)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-to-apply-the-music-curriculum-framework-to-your-classroom-secondary/) - Get practical ideas to transform your approach to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in music.
- [Conducting Course for Music Educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/conducting-course-for-music-educators/) - Led by Royal Northern College of Music Professors, this course is a fantastic way to sample the world class conducting programmes which the Royal Northern College of Music is renowned for. A feature of the courses is the absolute focus on the practical experience of conducting real live musicians.
- [Making Music with Special Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/making-music-with-special-children/) - Our popular course Making Music with Special Children will help you to find out how music can help you to communicate with children who have life-limiting illness and/or special educational needs. We aim to give you the skills and confidence to make music with children with complex disabilities.
- [Making Music with Special Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/making-music-with-special-children-london/) - Our popular course Making Music with Special Children will help you to find out how music can help you to communicate with children who have life-limiting illness and/or special educational needs. We aim to give you the skills and confidence to make music with children with complex disabilities.
- [Sparkyard Music Curriculum: A whistle-stop tour](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sparkyard-music-curriculum-a-whistle-stop-tour/) - This session shows the comprehensive, fun and flexible lessons we have to offer, which enable teachers to create an exciting sequence of learning to suit the needs of their classes. Whether you are a music specialist or not, this session will help you get the very best out of the Sparkyard Music Curriculum.
- [Get To Know Sparkyard! A Sparkyard Tour](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/get-to-know-sparkyard-a-sparkyard-tour/) - This tour is perfect if you are new to Sparkyard or a current user who wants to learn some useful tips and tricks. This session will help every user to get the most out of Sparkyard.
- [Sparkyard in the Classroom](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/sparkyard-in-the-classroom/) - This workshop will run through how you can use Sparkyard as a powerful tool for behaviour management, build classroom routines and create a positive classroom environment.
- [In Conversation with Music Declares Emergency](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/in-conversation-with-music-declares-emergency/) - How can music, on all levels, play a significant role and take meaningful action in response to the climate emergency?
- [Planning and Time Management](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/planning-and-time-management/) - In this session you’ll learn about planning and time management, why they can be difficult to manage and some strategies to help.
- [Managing Overwhelm and Stress Awareness](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-overwhelm-and-stress-awareness/) - This session will include understanding what stress is and how it might affect someone, looking at a couple of strategies around stress and a group discussion.
- [Concentration and Focus](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/concentration-and-focus/) - In this session you’ll learn about concentration and why it can be difficult to manage, with some easy IT tricks and strategies to help.
- [Prioritisation and Organisation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/prioritisation-and-organisation/) - In this session you’ll learn about prioritisation and organisation and how to better manage them – you’ll get some tricks and strategies.
- [How can we use creativity to shift power to young people?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/how-can-we-use-creativity-to-shift-power-to-young-people/) - Art Against Knives will look at ‘How we use creativity to shift power to young people’. This space has been designed by the team at Art Against Knives; bringing to life what young people have taught us about how to create lasting social change.
- [Make your practice more inclusive with the Clarion accessible instrument](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/make-your-practice-more-inclusive-with-the-clarion-accessible-instrument/) - Open Up Music demonstrate why the Clarion has been such a gamechanger for schools and offer practical examples of how it can transform your inclusive practice.
- [Acapella Summer School](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/acapella-summer-school/) - A rare opportunity to work with Electric Voice Theatre’s expert acapella ensemble techniques through the music of women composers.
- [Rap in the Classroom: A Webinar with Francis Winston](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rap-in-the-classroom-a-webinar-with-francis-winston/) - In this session, Francis will introduce key techniques for teaching rap with confidence, drawing on over 25 years of experience as a performer, educator and workshop leader.
- [Hampshire Music Education Hub Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/hampshire-music-education-hub-conference-2/) - Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to the power of music education in Hampshire. The Hampshire Music Education Hub Conference is a fantastic event for music teachers, musicians, and enthusiasts alike.
- [From Practice to Performance: Inspire. Educate. Resonate with Buffet Crampon](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/from-practice-to-performance-inspire-educate-resonate-with-buffet-crampon/) - An introduction to Buffet Crampon, and inside knowledge on helping your students to progress in everything from Sax to Oboe.
- [Celebrate with ABRSM - Woodwind Syllabus Launch](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/celebrate-with-abrsm-woodwind-syllabus-launch/) - Join us for a free launch- day webinar to celebrate our refreshed Woodwind Syllabus!
- [Inclusive Event Facilitation with Celebrating Disability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-event-facilitation-with-celebrating-disability/) - An interactive session to empower facilitators to proactively design and deliver accessible events.
- [Setting up a Charitable Arm as a Local Authority Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/setting-up-a-charitable-arm-as-a-local-authority-music-service/) - An opportunity to hear about the experiences of Local Authority Music Services who have gone through the process of setting up a charitable arm to enable them to develop a broader fundraising plan to support the work of their music service.
- [Refugee Week CPD for Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/refugee-week-cpd-for-teachers/) - A free CPD event for primary teachers delivered by a team of outstanding multi-lingual musicians with refugee heritage, from Music Action International. We’ll be sharing trauma-informed ways of using music in the classroom to increase wellbeing, language development and fulfil curriculum objectives.
- [The Music Mark of Recognition Explained](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-mark-of-recognition-explainer/) - Learn more about the Music Mark of Recognition and our redeveloped offer for schools.
- [Getting Ready for Top Score Whole Class Musical Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/getting-ready-for-top-score-whole-class-musical-teaching-3/) - This fun online session explores ways to be more football in the preparation and planning of our performing arts teaching to achieve top scores in learning outcomes. It’s 90 glorious online minutes of helping you to plan your beautiful (teaching) game.
- [Learning Behaviours in Whole Class Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/learning-behaviours-in-whole-class-teaching-6/) - Would you like to feel more relaxed about behaviour in delivering whole class creative lessons with primary/elementary age pupils? This session aims to promote the benefits of building positive relationships quickly. Sign-posting to further courses and organisations is provided.
- [Understanding the Pathways into Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/understanding-the-pathways-into-music-2/) - Join us on this free professional development programme that puts the focus on careers and trends in the music business, providing music educators with the information, knowledge and contacts they need to advise and support students who seek to pursue a career in music.
- [Devon Music Education Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/devon-music-education-conference/) - Join us for the Devon Music Education Conference 2025 at Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre. Expect stimulating discussion and interactive workshops aimed at early years, primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers.
- [Teaching the BTEC Tech Award in Music Practice: A Musical Futures Approach](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/teaching-the-btec-tech-award-in-music-practice-a-musical-futures-approach/) - ‘Teaching the BTEC Tech Award in Music Practice; a Musical Futures Approach’ offers the opportunity for attendees to explore strategies for teaching BTEC music vocational qualifications with students who have thrived through a practical approach to learning at KS3.
- [Steps to Success in GCSE Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/steps-to-success-in-gcse-music/) - Designed to provide teachers with practical steps to make GCSE music more accessible, our Steps to Success in GCSE Music course offers the opportunity to explore engaging and practical ways to analyse, explore and understand GCSE music through the Musical Futures practical approach to teaching.
- [The Amber Trust's 30th Anniversary Concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-amber-trusts-30th-anniversary-concert-with-ambers-patron-derek-paravicini/) - Join us to celebrate our 30th Anniversary Concert on Sunday May 18th, featuring internationally acclaimed Derek Paravicini and some of the talented young musicians supported by Amber.
- [Music Teachers' Association Annual Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-teachers-association-annual-conference/) - Join us at the MTA conference for three days of exceptional CPD sessions, inspirational keynotes, a lively trade fair and networking opportunities, all encompassing the theme ‘Stronger Together’.
- [Musically Unorthodox Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/musically-unorthodox-conference/) - The Musically Unorthodox Conference will explore the powerful impact of music on education and society. A dynamic day filled with industry insights, discussions, interactive workshops, and live showcases. Learn how music can bridge gaps and bring communities together.
- [Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator Training](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/rhythm2recovery-facilitator-training/) - Our standard facilitator training is a practical two-day workshop, suitable for counsellors, psychologists, music therapists, youth workers, music teachers and educators that provides attendees with the practical tools and skills to introduce music into their practice in order to address the social and emotional challenges faced by their clients or students. No previous music skills are required.
- [Mental Health & Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/mental-health-music-education/) - Discussing social prescribing, community groups, the state and capacity of health services and positive impact that music can have. Embedding wellbeing and creative interventions into education and lifelong learning, including the role of music in supporting emotional resilience.
- [Vocal Leads Experience Day](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/vocal-leads-experience-day/) - Join the ABRSM Voices team for an inspiring day of singing, learning, and innovative ideas! Designed especially for Heads of Voice at Music Hubs and Services and Directors of Music at Multi-Academy Trusts, this training day will equip you with practical strategies to upskill generalist teachers.
- [Musical Senses Round Table](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/musical-senses-round-table/) - An opportunity for people and organisations involved with the musical education of young people who are Deaf/HoH and Blind/VI to come together to discuss, learn and exchange knowledge and experience.
- [Communicating Through Music - Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/communicating-through-music-children-4/) - Join us for a 2 hour online workshop exploring the power music can have within an educational setting.
- [Increasing Neurodiversity Awareness](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/increasing-neurodiversity-awareness/) - We’ve teamed up with Diverse Educators to deliver a two-part course on understanding Neurodiversity, supporting your ‘Learner in Mind’ and more.
- [Figurenotes: Developing Your Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/figurenotes-developing-your-practice-4/) - Create a more accessible music practice. We’ll use Figurenotes as a tool to work through the fundamentals of music – pulse and rhythm skills, composition and creative play, and mixed-ability groups. You’ll learn how to approach these with fun and creativity, building a practice accessible to all.
- [Certificate for Music Educators: Early Childhood](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/certificate-for-music-educators-early-childhood-2/) - The Certificate for Music Educators (CME): Early Childhood offers a flexible, part-time, distance-learning qualification in early childhood music. The CME is a recognised National Qualification validated by Trinity College London.
- [Create Day '25](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/create-day-25/) - Create Day ’25 – a free mass-participation day of singing, dancing and design with thousands of school children in KS2 classrooms across England celebrating the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child with dancers and singers from the Royal Ballet and Opera.
- [Secondary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/secondary-music-leadership-certificate-6/) - Finalists in the Teach Secondary Awards 2024, this programme aims to provide tools to support teachers in developing a thriving music department and delivering a high quality curriculum appropriate to their local context.
- [Peer Groups, Mentoring and Coaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/peer-groups-mentoring-and-coaching/) - Music Mark members are invited to get involved in a range of opportunities to develop professionally through peer groups, mentoring and coaching.
- [Primary Music Leadership Certificate](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/primary-music-leadership-certificate-8/) - This programme supports primary music subject leaders in all aspects of their leadership role including leading, planning and assessing, and delivering music in their schools.
- [Developing Core Skills in Primary Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/developing-core-skills-in-primary-music-4/) - In this full day webinar led by Dr Liz Stafford you will learn how to support your pupils to develop their skills and understanding in performing, composing & improvising, listening, reading notation, and understanding the history of music.
- [Diversifying Primary Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/diversifying-primary-music-3/) - In this webinar led by Kay Charlton you will explore how to use diverse and inclusive music in your primary music lessons.
- [Music Education and SEMHD](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/music-education-and-semhd-3/) - In this webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for delivering music activities for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMHD).
- [Managing Behaviour in Music Lessons](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/managing-behaviour-in-music-lessons-2/) - In this webinar led by Dr Phil Mullen you will explore strategies for promoting positive behaviour, and dealing with inappropriate and challenging behaviour in a music education setting.
- [Inclusive Practitioner Training: Musical Development & Disability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/inclusive-practitioner-training-musical-development-disability/) - A practical and discussion-based session exploring the different ways that musical development can take place when working with young people with physical impairments, sensory impairments, learning difficulties, learning disabilities and how to support this in varied settings.
- [The Inclusive Practitioner Certificate for Music Educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/events/the-inclusive-practitioner-certificate-for-music-educators/) - Develop and validate your skills with The Inclusive Practitioner Certificate of Music Education (CME) – a Level 4 qualification in music education accredited by Trinity College, London.

## Jobs

- [Musicianship Tutor - Primary Years Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/musicianship-tutor-primary-years-programme-3/) - We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Musicianship Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach to work within our Primary Years Programme (PYP). This role, offered on a self-employed contract, includes planning and delivering musicianship lessons to groups of students in school years 1-4.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher (Upper Strings Specialism)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-upper-strings-specialism/) - Oxfordshire County Music Service is looking for a highly motivated and committed teacher of music, specialising in the violin and/or viola, to join our inspirational team. This is a full-time peripatetic role involving teaching across the county in Oxfordshire schools and music centres.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher (Keyboard and Piano Specialism)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-keyboard-and-piano-specialism-3/) - Oxfordshire County Music Service is looking for a highly motivated and committed teacher of music, specialising in piano/keyboard, to join our inspirational team. The role is advertised as full-time but part time will be considered for the right candidate.
- [Violin Teacher and Director of String Ensembles](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/violin-teacher-and-director-of-string-ensembles/) - We are looking for a Violin Teacher to join us at The Latymer Saturday Music Centre CIC on Saturday mornings.
- [Instrumental Teachers - Ukelele (WCIT)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teachers-ukelele-wcit/) - We are seeking enthusiastic and confident Ukulele Teachers who can inspire a lifelong love of music in primary-aged children through Whole Class Instrumental Teaching.
- [Head of BMus](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-bmus/) - The RCM is seeking a Head of BMus to provide outstanding programme leadership. We are looking for an inspiring colleague to lead the delivery of our new curriculum and oversee the undergraduate student experience, underpinned by a strong commitment to student voice and continuous enhancement.
- [Young Artists Tutor (Electric Bass)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-tutor-electric-bass/) - RNCM Young Artists is a comprehensive programme of study designed for young pop musicians aged 11-18.
- [Business Development Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/business-development-manager-7/) - Are you a musician who is passionate about music education, enjoys working with people and would like to develop a career in sales and marketing? This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic musician to help bring innovative music education to more children. Join DaCapo Online in a flexible, part-time Business Development Manager role combining sales, marketing and communications, with expert mentoring and support.
- [Saturday Choir Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/saturday-choir-leader/) - We are seeking an inspiring and dynamic choral leader to spearhead Merton Music Foundation’s two main Saturday choirs at our South Wimbledon Music Centre.
- [School Development Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/school-development-manager/) - Berkshire Music Trust is passionate about enabling all children and young people to have access to high-quality music education. Berkshire Music Trust's primary customers include parents, children, schools, wider community music and Early Years’ groups.
- [Area Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/area-manager-10/) - Essex County Council (ECC) operates one of the largest Music Hubs in the UK through funding from Arts Council England and is committed to broadening and enhancing access to high-quality music education for children and young people across Essex.
- [Director/Conductor of Bromley Youth Choir and Chamber Choir](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/director-conductor-of-bromley-youth-choir-and-chamber-choir/) - Are you passionate about music and eager to inspire the next generation of singers? Bromley Youth Music Trust (BYMT) is seeking a dynamic and highly skilled musical director/conductor for our flagship Choirs.
- [Instrumental Teacher - Violin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-violin-2/) - Barnet Education Arts Trust (BEAT) is looking to recruit a passionate, skilled and experienced violin tutor to join its team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging violin lessons to individual students, small groups, ensembles and whole classes across a range of schools and educational settings.
- [Creative Content & Communications Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/creative-content-communications-lead/) - We are looking for a creative and highly organised communicator who enjoys connecting with people, spotting the stories that matter and turning great ideas into content that inspires more people to take part in and support our work.
- [Trustee (Music Education)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-music-education/) - Orchestras for All is seeking our next Trustee (Music Education) to bring their experience, ideas and passion to our board. We’re seeking someone with experience in secondary school music education, teaching, ensemble leadership and/or senior leadership within a music service or Music Hub.
- [Head of Safeguarding and Support](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-safeguarding-and-support/) - Lead and champion outstanding safeguarding, support and wellbeing for children and young people across NCO activity. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Head of Safeguarding and Support leads on safeguarding policy and practice and oversees NCO’s Support Team and Nurses.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-15/) - We are seeking highly skilled and passionate instrumental teachers to join our team. As a visiting music teacher you will be responsible for providing high-quality and inspiring music education to students of all ages and skill levels.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-32/) - Wandsworth Music is seeking talented and inspiring music tutors who are committed to delivering a high-quality music education.
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teachers-19/) - We are looking to appoint a vocal and recorder teacher for a maternity cover position from January 2027. The role includes a varied teaching commitment comprising individual and small group vocal lessons and choirs in primary and secondary schools, and teaching advanced pupils at Redbridge Music School.
- [Administration and Logistics Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/administration-and-logistics-co-ordinator/) - Do you have excellent administration skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? Are you looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?
- [Instrumental Teacher - Woodwind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-woodwind-3/) - East Riding Music Service seeks a highly motivated and enthusiastic Woodwind Teacher (up to full-time) from November 2026.
- [Singing Tutor (Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/singing-tutor-maternity-cover/) - Bury Music Service is looking for a dedicated and passionate Singing Tutor to cover maternity leave. Your role would be to deliver high-quality singing tuition across schools and at our evening music centre, lead whole-school singing assemblies and school choirs.
- [Curriculum Tutor (Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/curriculum-tutor-maternity-cover/) - Bury Music Service is looking for a dedicated and passionate curriculum tutor to join our experienced and welcoming team. Your role would be to deliver high-quality music curriculum teaching from EYFS to KS3 across schools within our borough.
- [Choral Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/choral-tutor/) - Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Choral Tutor to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester city centre.
- [Junior Trinity Administrator & Exams Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/junior-trinity-administrator-exams-officer-2/) - We invite applications for the post of Junior Trinity Administrator & Exams Officer Maternity Cover in our thriving department located at King Charles Court in the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.
- [Primary Years Recorder Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/primary-years-recorder-tutor/) - Centre for Young Musicians are seeking to appoint an inspirational Recorder Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach, to work primarily within our Primary Years Programme.
- [Head of Norfolk Music Service and the Norfolk and Suffolk Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-norfolk-music-service-and-the-norfolk-and-suffolk-music-hub/) - Lead a high-performing Music Service delivering outstanding music education which inspires children to flourish, reaching hundreds of thousands of participants each year.
- [Percussion Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-tutor-6/) - Due to popular demand and expansion of their instrumental offer, Inspiring Music and Milton Keynes Music Co-operative are looking to recruit experienced, committed, and enthusiastic peripatetic tutors, particularly in drumkit as well tuned and wider untuned percussion.
- [Music Service Administrator; Music Centre and Resource Assistant; Marketing and Social Media Apprentice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-administrator-music-centre-and-resource-assistant-marketing-and-social-media-apprentice/) - Join Bolton Music Service and help transform young lives through music. The music service is recruiting for three exciting opportunities: Administrator, Music Centre and Resource Assistant, and Marketing & Social Media Apprentice. Be part of a creative, supportive team making a real difference every day.
- [Music Academy Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-academy-tutors/) - Sutton Music Trust seeks experienced, engaging music tutors to teach at our out-of-hours Music Academy in Violin, Woodwind (Saxophone and Clarinet), and Vocals. If you are passionate about music education and want to help young musicians progress, we look forward to hearing from you!
- [Music Services Lead Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-services-lead-officer/) - An exciting opportunity to join Southend-on-Sea City Council on a permanent contract as the Lead Officer for Music on Sea (Southend-on-Sea Music Service).
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-guitar-3/) - Barnsley Music Service are seeking to recruit a Guitar Tutor to work alongside an outstanding team of music tutors, amazing young people and in excellent schools. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for young people.
- [Bowed Strings Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/bowed-strings-lead/) - The Bowed Strings Lead will provide artistic and administrative support to the Head of Orchestral Instruments, working as a team with the other area leads.
- [NYO Inspire Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/nyo-inspire-manager-3/) - Join NYO's Inspire team in delivering exceptional musical experiences for young people across the UK.
- [Instrumental Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teachers-27/) - Slough Music Service is a forward-thinking, inclusive and ambitious music service. We are seeking talented, motivated and reliable instrumental tutors to inspire children and young people through high-quality and exciting music education.
- [Head of Bexley Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-bexley-music/) - We are seeking an inspiring and experienced leader with a passion for high-quality music education, a commitment to raising standards and participation, and the vision, resilience and collaboration skills to build strong partnerships and drive excellence.
- [Keyboard Specialist Arts Educator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/keyboard-specialist-arts-educator/) - We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly skilled Keyboard Specialist to join our team of arts educators. This is an exciting opportunity to work with individual, small-group and ensembles teaching across Dudley schools and our thriving evening Music School at Cable Plaza.
- [Community Music Support Assistant (CMSA)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/community-music-support-assistant-cmsa/) - Supports Music on Sea community music centres by welcoming families, managing attendance and safeguarding records, coordinating children between sessions, and assisting tutors to ensure safe, organised and enjoyable musical activities for young people.
- [Music Service Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-tutors-2/) - Join Doncaster Music Service as we continue to develop high-quality music education opportunities for children and young people across the borough. As a Music Education Tutor, you will play an important role in inspiring children and young people to develop their musical skills.
- [Head](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head/) - We’re looking for a Head to lead during an exciting phase of development for Yorkshire Young Musicians, delivering high-quality, inclusive music education for ambitious young musicians across Yorkshire and The Humber.
- [Music Service Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-manager-7/) - Doncaster Music Service is seeking a Music Service Manager to lead the strategic development and operational delivery of Doncaster's Music Service, helping to ensure that children and young people across the borough can access high-quality music education opportunities. You will play a leading role in shaping the future of music education across Doncaster.
- [Youth Support Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-support-co-ordinator-3/) - Help deliver pastoral care and safeguarding across NYO’s national programme.
- [Music Tutors (Woodwind)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-woodwind/) - Kingston Music Service is currently seeking talented and enthusiastic tutors to join the Kingston Music Service Freelance Music Tutor Panel. We are particularly interested in applicants who can teach woodwind on Saturday mornings in Kingston.
- [Strategic Hub Manager (Music Service)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strategic-hub-manager-music-service/) - Do you believe every child deserves the opportunity to discover the power of music? Join us in leading music education across Norfolk and Suffolk!
- [Marketing & Communications Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/marketing-communications-co-ordinator-2/) - Join the National Youth Orchestra as Marketing & Communications Co-ordinator. Help share inspiring stories from teenage musicians through social media, digital content and campaigns. Develop your skills in a supportive team while helping more young people discover orchestral music.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-14/) - As Music for All celebrates its 30th birthday, we are seeking new trustees to join us as we enter an exciting and pivotal new chapter.
- [Strings & Primary Curriculum Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strings-primary-curriculum-music-tutors/) - Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service (THAMES) is seeking to appoint experienced Strings & Primary Curriculum Music tutors to teach in schools. There is also the potential for some teaching at the THAMES Music Centres on evenings and Saturday mornings, directing and supporting ensembles.
- [Music Editor (Audio)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-editor-audio/) - We're seeking an experienced Music Editor to commission, develop and deliver songs and music content for publication. You'll manage contributors, oversee audio content and copyright arrangements, and support the growth of our Song Bank.
- [Contract for Services: Safeguarding](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/contract-for-services-safeguarding/) - We require an individual or company to support BBE’s Membership team deliver the BandSafe programme of training, resources and services. This is a public-facing contract contributing to the delivery of BandSafe, a bespoke safeguarding training course developed in association with NSPCC.
- [Instrumental Teachers - Ukelele](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-ukelele/) - We are seeking enthusiastic and confident ukulele teachers who can inspire a lifelong love of music in primary-aged children through Whole Class Instrumental Teaching.
- [Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/gloucestershire-youth-wind-orchestra-leader/) - Gloucestershire Music is seeking a highly skilled and passionate ensemble instructor to lead the Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra (GYWO), our top County wind ensemble.
- [Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Academy Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/gloucestershire-youth-jazz-academy-tutor/) - Gloucestershire Music is seeking a highly skilled and passionate ensemble instructor to join their contracted team at Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Academy (GYJA).
- [Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/co-chair-of-the-board-of-trustees-2/) - As Orchestras for All celebrates its 15 years milestone, we’re looking ahead with a bold ambition and launching the recruitment for a new Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees to drive forward our next strategy.
- [Publishing Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/publishing-manager/) - We're seeking an organised Publishing Manager to oversee the production of music and learning content. From commissioning to publication, you'll ensure songs, recordings and teaching resources are delivered to a high standard.
- [Instrumental and Music Club Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-music-club-teachers/) - Pelican Music was started with one vision - to create a music school where children with a passion could study music seriously, learning from London's brightest playing and teaching talent. We are looking for both Instrumental and Club Teachers to join our East London Location.
- [Social Purpose Producer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/social-purpose-producer/) - The Social Purpose Producer leads the delivery of our Social Purpose work, supported by the Head of Social Purpose and the Performance & Projects Assistant, and working closely with our musicians and workshop leaders.
- [Instrumental Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-16/) - In response to significant demand, we are looking for instrumental specialist teachers to join our team to teach group, individual, whole class and ensemble lessons for up to teach across Warwickshire from September 2026.
- [Vocal Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocal-coordinator-3/) - Are you passionate about vocal music education and ready to lead transformative change across schools and communities? Inspiring Music is seeking a dynamic Vocal Coordinator to shape and deliver high-quality vocal provision throughout Central Bedfordshire.
- [Lower Brass Tutor and Choir Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lower-brass-tutor-choir-leader/) - We are looking for a talented and motivated lower brass professional who has experience of teaching Whole Class Practical Musicianship (WCET) but is also keen on seeking out and developing new talent. We are looking for an experienced leader for choirs in Amersham.
- [Independent Chair of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/independent-chair-of-oxfordshire-and-buckinghamshire-music-hub/) - We are seeking an inspiring and independent Chair to lead the newly established Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Music Hub Board. This voluntary role offers an exciting opportunity to influence music education across two counties and help ensure that every child and young person can access high-quality musical opportunities.
- [Music Teacher (Woodwind)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-woodwind/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles, and instrument hire.
- [Music Teacher (Guitar)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-guitar-2/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles, and instrument hire.
- [Music Teacher (Voice)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-voice-2/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles, and instrument hire.
- [Music Tutor (Orchestral Percussion)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-orchestral-percussion/) - This role is for a committed and inspiring teacher to deliver individual/small group orchestral percussion and drum kit lessons to children aged 7-18 at our music centre during term time. On a Tuesday and Friday evening the role will include supporting our percussionists in our ensembles.
- [Associate Teacher (Guitar)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-guitar-2/) - We are looking for Associate Guitar Teachers to take on a range of teaching in schools from September 2026.
- [Music Teacher (Brass)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-brass/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey’s leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles, and instrument hire.
- [Youth Panel Members](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-panel-member/) - Help shape the future of music for young people in Kent & Medway! Are you passionate about music? Want your voice to be heard? Interested in helping make things better for young musicians? We're looking for 12 young people from Kent and Medway to join the brand-new Kent Music Youth Panel.
- [Singing Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/singing-tutor/) - We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Singing Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach to educating young musicians.
- [NYO Inspire Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/nyo-inspire-manager-2/) - Lead the operational planning and delivery of NYO Inspire projects, helping create exceptional musical experiences for young people across the UK. A varied role combining project management, logistics, participant administration and live delivery within a values-led organisation.
- [Instrumental Tutor / Band Leader (Woodwind)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-band-leader-woodwind/) - We are seeking to appoint a committed, experienced, adaptable, enthusiastic and creative woodwind tutor and conductor to work at one of our vibrant Saturday morning Music Academies.
- [School Outreach Officers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/school-outreach-officers/) - Printed Music Licensing Ltd is looking for Schools Outreach Officers to join its existing outreach team and support a nationwide school engagement and data collection programme during the 2026/27 academic year.
- [Curriculum Music Teachers / Whole Class Instrumental Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/curriculum-music-teachers-whole-class-instrumental-teachers/) - Are you passionate about music and eager to inspire the next generation? Bromley Youth Music Trust is seeking dynamic and enthusiastic music teachers to join our vibrant community. We would particularly like to hear from qualified teachers who can deliver primary school lessons on Garageband, woodwind, ukulele, and djembe.
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/inspire-music-teacher/) - Inspire Music is seeking to recruit enthusiastic and skilled music teachers to support the delivery of the Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Music Education Hub's core programmes, including Whole Class Ensemble Teaching (WCET), small-group instrumental tuition, and music workshops.
- [Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/co-chair-of-the-board-of-trustees/) - As Orchestras for All celebrates its 15 years milestone, we’re looking ahead with a bold ambition and launching the recruitment for a new Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees to drive forward our next strategy.
- [Assistant Music Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/assistant-music-leader/) - Work with the Birmingham National Open Youth Orchestra Ensemble as Assistant Music Leader. This role is a brilliant chance to develop your skills in a stimulating and musically diverse environment.
- [Violin/Viola Tutor (With Primary Years Focus)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/violin-viola-tutor-with-primary-years-focus/) - We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Violin/Viola Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach, to work primarily within our Primary Years Programme.
- [Education & Quality Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/education-quality-lead/) - M:Tech is seeking an Education & Quality Lead to drive the quality, consistency and ongoing development of our educational programme.
- [Percussion Teacher and Guitar Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-teacher-and-guitar-teacher-maternity-cover/) - Are you passionate about music education and excited by the opportunity to help young students engage in music? We’re looking for inspiring and skilled Music Teachers to join our vibrant team and bring music to life through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and confidence.
- [Instrumental Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teachers-8/) - Haringey Music Service is seeking applications from skilled, dynamic and committed instrumental music teachers to join the self-employed workforce to teach individual and small group lessons and assist the Whole Class Instrumental Teaching (WCIT) programme.
- [Instrumental Instructors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-instructors-12/) - Inspire the next generation of musicians with North Yorkshire Music Service. We are seeking a variety of talented and enthusiastic Instrumental Instructors including Piano, Vocal, Brass and Strings to deliver high-quality music tuition in schools across North Yorkshire.
- [Lead Teacher for Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lead-teacher-for-strings-2/) - We are recruiting an experienced and highly skilled string teacher to develop teaching across the borough and lead our motivated team of string teachers at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Bassoon Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/bassoon-teacher-3/) - Following a successful taster day for Double Reed instruments, we are looking to appoint a bassoon teacher to offer small group and individual lessons at our Music School based in Hainault. In addition to this, the role includes playing in the Music Service Woodwind recital quartet, performing weekl
- [Music Librarian (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-librarian-fixed-term-maternity-cover/) - NCO's Librarian is part of the Programme & Orchestras team, who are responsible for planning/delivery of all NCO activity: Weeks, Weekends, Days, auditions and Wider Access / Partnerships activities. The Librarian maintains owned material and makes hire arrangements & prepares practice docs/parts.
- [Upper Strings Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-strings-tutor-2/) - Part time upper strings tutor position working at our fabulous Music Centre in the centre of Sale teaching small group and 1-1 lessons.
- [Orchestral Percussion Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/orchestral-percussion-tutor/) - Orchestral Percussion tutor required to work at our fabulous music centre in Sale, Trafford. The role will be teaching students in small groups as well as 1-1 , plus supporting our percussion students in ensembles on a Monday and Friday evening.
- [Associate Teachers: Strings/Woodwind/Piano/Recorder/Music Makers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teachers-strings-woodwind-piano-recorder-music-makers/) - We are looking for Associate Teachers to take on a range of teaching from September 2026, including small group/individual tuition and Wider Opportunities.
- [Trustee - Finance](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-finance/) - Are you a finance professional who could use your expertise to impact the lives of thousands of young people across Kent & Medway? We are seeking a trustee with a strong finance and accounting background and a genuine interest in the power of music education to join our Board.
- [Board Members - North Yorkshire and York Music Hub Strategic Oversight Board](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/board-members-north-yorkshire-and-york-music-hub-strategic-oversight-board/) - Do you believe in the power of music to inspire, include and empower children and young people? We’re looking for board members to help lead the North Yorkshire and York Music Hub and strengthen music opportunities for all.
- [Tutors of Cello and Trombone](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/tutors-of-cello-and-trombone/) - We are looking for skilled and inspiring cello and trombone tutors to deliver high-quality tuition to aspiring young musicians on Sundays in Leeds.
- [Upper Strings Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-strings-tutor/) - RNCM is a leading international conservatoire with a reputation for excellence in preparing young musicians for a life-long career in the music profession.
- [Piano Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/piano-tutor-9/) - Bury Music Service is looking for a dedicated and passionate piano tutor to join our experienced and welcoming team. Your role would be to take on existing piano pupils for two evenings per week, developing their piano skills and musicianship whilst liaising with Bury Music staff.
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-brass-2/) - We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic brass specialist to join our team of visiting music teachers in the north east of West Sussex. In this salaried role, you will deliver engaging, high-quality music lessons to children and young people of all ages and abilities.
- [Curriculum Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/curriculum-music-tutor-3/) - Southwark Music is seeking to appoint a number of Curriculum Music Tutors to deliver music teaching across Southwark schools for between 1 and 4 days per week from September 2026. Roles of 2 days per week will typically be scheduled across Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Piano/Keyboard](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-piano-keyboard-2/) - Barnsley Music Service is seeking someone to teach piano and keyboard to small groups (3/4 children) and individuals in 3 primary and 2 secondary schools throughout the borough.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-14/) - West Sussex Music are seeking highly skilled and passionate instrumental or vocal teachers to join their team. As a visiting music teacher, you will be responsible for providing high-quality and inspiring music education to children of all ages and skill levels.
- [Upper String Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-string-tutor/) - Bury Music Service is looking for dedicated and passionate upper strings tutor to join our experienced and welcoming strings team. Your role would be to take on existing violin pupils both in schools during the day and/or at Bury Music Centre in the evenings and to recruit and develop new students.
- [Lead Early Years Music Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lead-early-years-music-tutor-2/) - Join our team leading our Early Years provision, building on existing strengths and driving excellence across Trafford.
- [Early Years Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/early-years-lead/) - We are seeking an experienced Early Years Lead to deliver our 0–5 programme at Sound Connections. You will shape a nationally significant offer, lead delivery, build partnerships, and respond to sector needs, supporting inclusive, high-quality, child-led music opportunities for young children.
- [Head of Department - Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-department-music/) - Greenhead College is seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Head of Department – Music to lead there thriving and successful Music Department.
- [Administration & Data Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/administration-data-co-ordinator/) - A varied, hands‑on role supporting office operations, IT, CRM, finance and HR. Ideal for an organised, proactive candidate who enjoys systems, data and problem‑solving in a busy, mission‑led youth arts charity.
- [Youth Support Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-support-manager-2/) - Lead pastoral care delivery across a national youth programme. Manage support staff, embed welfare in delivery, and build trusted relationships with young people and families in a busy, mission‑led arts organisation.
- [Musicianship Tutor - Primary Years Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/musicianship-tutor-primary-years-programme-2/) - Centre for Young Musicians is seeking to appoint an inspirational Musicianship Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach to work within our Primary Years Programme.
- [Choir Assistant Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/choir-assistant-teacher/) - At The American School in London, our Choir Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting the middle and high school choir programme (Grades 5 - 12) and assisting the choir director in facilitating curriculum, rehearsals, and performances. They will serve as the primary director for a section of the grade 6 and 7 choirs.
- [Instrumental/Vocal Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-teachers-9/) - Are you passionate about music and sharing your love of instruments and singing with students of all ages? Services for Education are looking for inspiring, dedicated and multi-skilled teachers to join our team and nurture our future generation of musicians.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-13/) - Orchestras Live is looking to strengthen and diversify our Board of Trustees, as we work towards our vision that orchestras are for everyone. We are seeking candidates who have a belief in and commitment to the power of culture to create social impact and positive change.
- [Guitar Tutor (Primary Years Focus)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/guitar-tutor-primary-years-focus/) - Guitar Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach, to work primarily within our Primary Years Programme. This role, offered on a self-employed contract, will include teaching guitar to students in school Years 2 to 4 through a mixture of 1:1 lessons, small-group teaching and leading ensembles
- [Fundraising & Development Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/fundraising-development-manager/) - We are seeking a Fundraising & Development Manager to strengthen our long-term financial sustainability and help realise our vision that every young person, regardless of background, can experience the transformative power of music.
- [Instrumental Tutors, Curriculum Teacher and Conductor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-curriculum-and-conducting/) - We are seeking inspirational, skilled, and motivated instrumental tutors for a range of roles across the borough of Camden.
- [Cello Strings Tutor and Curriculum Tutor (Key Stage 1 and 2)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/cello-strings-tutor-and-curriculum-tutor-key-stage-1-and-2/) - The award-winning Lincolnshire Music Service are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Cello and Curriculum Tutors to join our team to deliver music services to children and young people.
- [Flute, Keyboard/Piano, and Drum Kit Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/flute-keyboard-piano-and-drum-kit-teachers/) - Oxfordshire County Music Service is looking for three highly motivated and committed teachers of music, specialising in flute, piano/keyboard and drum kit, to join our inspirational team. These are full-time peripatetic roles involving teaching across the county in Oxfordshire schools and music centres.
- [Instrumental and SEND Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-send-music-tutors/) - Stockport Music Service requires a string teacher (violin mainly although some lower strings may be taught) to cover maternity leave until May 2027, and additional tutors in other disciplines to join our casual pool.
- [Vocal Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocal-lead/) - Are you passionate about championing singing and vocal excellence? Do you want to lead and shape vocal opportunities across schools and communities in Kent and Medway? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Programmes Coodinator (Educator Development Programmes)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/programmes-coodinator-educator-development-programmes/) - We are seeking an organised and proactive Programmes Coordinator to support the delivery of national educator development programmes, helping teachers, musicians and schools thrive through high-quality training and development opportunities.
- [Instrumental/Vocal Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-teachers-8/) - NMPAT are seeking to appoint skilled and high-quality teachers to work as part of our large and diverse team. We would especially welcome applications from candidates who teach guitar, keyboard and voice with the ability to teach across multiple instrumental disciplines an advantage.
- [Teacher of Upper Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-upper-strings-5/) - The Guernsey Music Service is seeking to appoint, with effect from September 2026, an enthusiastic, dynamic and well-qualified teacher of upper strings. The person appointed will be required to teach violin and viola at primary, secondary and post 16 levels, inspiring and motivating young musicians.
- [Music Services Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-services-manager/) - The Amber Trust seeks to appoint an individual to lead Amber’s Music Services: Little Amber, AmberPlus, With Music in Mind, and Amber Together. The postholder will be confident and sensitive when liaising with the families of children with a range of disabilities.
- [Bradford Youth Orchestra Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/bradford-youth-orchestra-director/) - We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring musical director for the Bradford Youth Orchestra.
- [Teaching and Learning Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teaching-and-learning-lead-2/) - We are now seeking an inspirational and experienced Teaching and Learning Lead with strong secondary experience to champion high quality, ambitious, and inclusive music education across Hampshire schools.
- [Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Drums/Percussion and Keyboard Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocals-guitar-bass-drums-percussion-and-keyboard-teachers-2/) - Lancashire Music Service is seeking instrumental teachers in all Rock and Pop disciplines (including Piano, Ukulele and Music Technology) to teach 1-1, group and whole class lessons across the county.
- [Woodwind, Strings and Brass Teachers: 1-1, Small Group and Whole Class Instrumental Tuition (WCIT)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/woodwind-strings-and-brass-teachers-1-1-small-group-and-whole-class-instrumental-tuition-wcit-2/) - Lancashire Music Service is seeking instrumental teachers in all disciplines, but especially Strings and Woodwind. Lancashire Music Service has been established for over 60 years and is the current lead partner for Lancashire Music Hub, we deliver tuition to thousands of pupils per week in a variety of settings.
- [Area Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/area-manager-9/) - We are seeking an Area Manager to join our team playing a central role in leading high‑quality music education across the East of Surrey. This is a key strategic post, focused on building strong local partnerships and shaping area‑based music provision.
- [Cello Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/cello-teacher-8/) - We are looking to appoint a passionate and committed cello/lower string specialist teacher to join our string team. The role includes a varied teaching commitment comprising individual and small-group lessons in schools, WCET (whole class) teaching, working with clubs and ensembles.
- [Instrumental Tutors (Piano)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-piano/) - Chetham’s School of Music is seeking Instrumental Tutor/s (Piano) to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester city centre.
- [Ensembles & Events Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/ensembles-events-leader/) - Merton Music Foundation is seeking to appoint a new Ensembles & Events Leader on a part-time (0.8) or full-time basis. Are you a highly organised, self-driven musician/educator looking to have a meaningful impact on performance opportunities for children in South London?
- [Junior Trinity Administrator & Exams Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/junior-trinity-administrator-exams-officer/) - We invite applications for the post of Junior Trinity Administrator in our thriving department located at King Charles Court in the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.
- [Head of Lincolnshire Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-lincolnshire-music-service/) - Lincolnshire County Council is looking for an experienced leader to become the Head of the Lincolnshire Music Service.
- [Steelpan Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/steelpan-teacher/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate instrumental teachers to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Vocal Music Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocal-music-leader/) - An exciting opportunity to champion progressive vocal music-making across our communities as maternity cover from September 2026 to July 2027. In this role you will lead the delivery of high-quality vocal provision across 150 schools, helping to shape and enrich children’s lives through music.
- [Senior Specialist Teacher (Curriculum Music)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-specialist-teacher-curriculum-music/) - Are you passionate about music education and eager to inspire the next generation? Bromley Youth Music Trust (BYMT) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Senior Specialist Teacher (Curriculum Music) to join our vibrant and growing team.
- [Trustee (Education/Secondary Leadership Expertise)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-education-secondary-leadership-expertise/) - Are you a secondary school leader or Headteacher (current or former) looking to make a wider impact beyond your school? Bromley Youth Music Trust is seeking a Trustee with secondary senior leadership experience to join our Board and help shape the future of inclusive, high-quality music education across Bromley.
- [Chief Executive Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-executive-officer-4/) - This is an exciting opportunity to lead one of the most distinctive music, culture and arts organisations in England. We are looking for a CEO to lead the organisation into its next phase. The CEO will provide overall strategic, operational and cultural leadership.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher (Flute)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-flute/) - We are very excited about our partnership with the Music in Secondary Schools Trust (MiSST). This partnership means that all of our KS3 students will be provided with a musical instrument and taught how to play it in their weekly music lessons. This opportunity is for a flute peripatetic teacher to join us at the launch of this partnership. We’re advertising for a one day a week post but this may expand as the programme expands into KS3.
- [Music Tutors: All Specialisms](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-all-specialisms-4/) - Bolton Music Service is looking for motivated and engaging Music Technology, Instrumental, Vocal, and Curriculum Tutors to join our Self Employed Tutor team from September 2026.
- [Teacher of Upper Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-upper-strings-4/) - Looking for a teaching role where your musical skills influence pupils across an entire island, not just one school? As a Teacher of Upper Strings with the Isle of Man Music Service, you will deliver engaging instrumental lessons across primary and secondary schools from Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 5.
- [Associate Teacher: Woodwind (Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-woodwind-flute-clarinet-saxophone/) - We are looking for a Woodwind Teacher to take on a range of teaching from September 2026, including small group/individual tuition and Wider Opportunities. Ideally the teacher will be able to teach Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone as we have several schools where lessons in all three instruments are required.
- [Instrumental, Vocal & Classroom Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-classroom-teachers-6/) - Based in Staffordshire, the music service is seeking to recruit to its versatile team of teachers. Teachers from across all musical disciplines will be considered and the service is particularly interested to hear from applicants with experience of Guitar, Strings, Percussion and Curriculum.
- [Artistic Planning Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/artistic-planning-director/) - Reporting to the Chief Executive, and as part of NCO’s collaborative Senior Management Team, this new and exciting role will be responsible for leading the curation of NCO’s annual artistic programme across all areas of activity.
- [Music Engagement Officer - Alternative Provision](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-engagement-officer-alternative-provision/) - We are expanding our successful alternative provision programmes. If you believe music has the power to change lives and inspire change in young people this is the role for you.
- [Music Engagement Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-engagement-officer-5/) - Are you an enthusiastic and passionate music educator? We are looking for an individual to support music programmes and progression across the city, fuelled by their passion and skill on their specific instrument(s).
- [Instrumental Teachers: Various Posts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teachers-various-posts/) - We require a number of instrumental teachers to join our team to teach group, individual, whole class and ensemble lessons across Warwickshire from September 2026.
- [Music Tutors: Various Positions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-various-positions-2/) - Wandsworth Music is seeking inspiring and enthusiastic music tutors who are committed to delivering a high-quality music education.
- [Instrumental Tutors, WCET and Music Curriculum Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-wcet-and-music-curriculum-teachers/) - Bexley Music is seeking to appoint a variety of skilled and motivated instrumental tutors and curriculum music teachers, committed to delivering high quality music education. We deliver music tuition and lead ensembles in Bexley Primary, Secondary and SEND/AP schools and at our Music Centre.
- [Singing and Piano Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/singing-and-piano-teachers/) - Bexley Music is seeking to appoint a singing and a piano teacher, both committed to delivering high quality music education, and to be able to start with immediate effect. We deliver music tuition and lead ensembles in Bexley Primary, Secondary and SEND/AP schools and at our Music Centre.
- [School Partnership Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/school-partnership-manager/) - Music for Life is an award‑winning, not‑for‑profit music education organisation delivering inclusive, inspiring, high‑quality instrumental and vocal tuition in schools. We support pupils, schools and communities through lessons, ensembles, performances and clear progression pathways.
- [Instrumental and Vocal Music Instructor (Casual)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-vocal-music-instructor-casual-3/) - Blackpool Music Service is seeking a talented and enthusiastic woodwind teacher. Experience in whole class tuition will be an advantage.
- [Instrumental and Singing Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-singing-tutors-5/) - We are currently advertising for freelance music tutors in and around Cheshire on all instruments, but particularly Drum Kit, Violin, Piano and Guitar.
- [Head of NYO Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-nyo-schools/) - Build a new programme area with national potential. We’re looking for an innovative, relationship-focused leader with strong knowledge of secondary education and a passion for creating meaningful opportunities through music.
- [Music Tutors (Various Including Cello and Piano)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-various-including-cello-and-piano/) - We are currently seeking talented and enthusiastic tutors to join the Kingston Music Service Freelance Music Tutor Panel. We are particularly interested in applicants who can teach lower strings or piano but are keen to build up the panel ready for September.
- [Strategic Music Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strategic-music-manager/) - The Strategic Music Manager contributes to the leadership, management and strategic development of Severn Arts’ music offer ensuring high-quality music education provision in Worcestershire. The aim is to strengthen relationships with teachers, schools, parents/carers and identify new customers.
- [Instrumental Teachers: Voice, Keyboard, Woodwind, Strings, Rock Band, Whole Class Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-instrumental/) - Hampshire Music Service (HMS) is looking for enthusiastic, skilled and committed Instrumental Teachers to inspire young people through high quality music making.
- [Schools Singing Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/schools-singing-leader-3/) - West Sussex Music is seeking an exceptional singing and choral specialist to lead our locality school choral projects and massed singing events. Someone who will make a difference to the lives of thousands of young people and who understands the incredible power of choral singing to improve wellbeing.
- [Ensemble Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/ensemble-lead/) - The Ensembles Lead is responsible for the strategic development, quality assurance and delivery of ensembles provision across Hampshire Music Service and the wider Music Education Hub.
- [Teaching and Learning Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teaching-and-learning-lead/) - As Teaching & Learning Lead, you will work closely with the Strategic Lead for Schools & Curriculum, the Lead Schools network, and classroom practitioners to strengthen curriculum delivery, develop teaching excellence, and embed research informed practice across the Service.
- [Upper Strings Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-strings-teacher-13/) - We currently have vacancies for 2 permanent, salaried peripatetic upper strings teacher teaching individual, group and whole classes, and working both during school hours and after school hours weekdays and/or Saturday mornings.
- [Woodwind Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/woodwind-teacher-16/) - We currently have a vacancy for a permanent, salaried peripatetic woodwind teacher, teaching individual, group and whole classes and working both during school hours and after school hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings based in West Surrey.
- [Piano Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/piano-teachers-4/) - We currently have vacancies for two permanent, salaried peripatetic piano teachers teaching individual and paired lessons both during school hours and after school hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings across the county.
- [Trainee Instrumental Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trainee-instrumental-teacher-2/) - The job role is to support whole class music teaching in city schools, inspire and enthuse children in city ensembles and play a key role in promoting the service aim of providing exciting musical experiences for all children.
- [Music Engagement Officer - Strings (Upper with some Knowledge of Lower)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-engagement-officer-strings-upper-with-some-knowledge-of-lower/) - Coventry Music are looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate music educator to grow our string playing opportunities for children and young people across the city. This will be through a variety of teaching and supporting our tutor team across the city.
- [Music Teacher - Drum Kit and Percussion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-drum-kit-and-percussion/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Music Teacher - Voice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-voice/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Music Teacher - Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-guitar/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Project Leader: The Choir Project](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/project-leader-the-choir-project/) - The Choir Project is a bold three-year national programme, funded by the Church of England’s People and Partnerships Fund, designed to use music and choirs as a strategic entry point to nurture children and young people within the worshipping life of the Church.
- [Executive Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/executive-director-4/) - As our next Executive Director, you’ll guide a passionate team dedicated to opening up meaningful musical opportunities for children and young people. If you’re excited by purposeful work, creative collaboration, and leading an organisation with big ambitions, we’d love to hear from you.
- [Admissions & Programmes Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/admissions-programmes-co-ordinator/) - Co-ordinate NYO’s annual Orchestra recruitment and auditions, and support other projects and residencies across the year. Ideal for a detail-focused, participant-centred administrator with a calm and professional approach.
- [Programmes Planning & Administration Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/programmes-planning-administration-manager/) - Lead the planning and administration that keeps NYO’s programmes running brilliantly. Ideal for an organised, relationship-focused professional who enjoys bringing clarity to complexity, from schedules and venue booking to freelance coordination and shared systems.
- [Steel Pan Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/steel-pan-tutor/) - Wandsworth Music is seeking an inspirational steel pans tutor to teach on Saturday mornings at the Wandsworth Music Academy.
- [Conductor/Director of RCMJD String Orchestra and RCMJD Chamber Orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/conductor-director-of-rcmjd-string-orchestra-and-rcmjd-chamber-orchestra/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage an experienced and highly-skilled conductor or string player to direct the RCMJD String orchestra and our flagship RCMJD Chamber orchestras.
- [Music Timetable and Administration Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-timetable-and-administration-officer/) - Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Music Timetable and Administration Officer to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester city centre.
- [Instrumental Provision Music Advisor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-provision-music-advisor/) - This is an exciting opportunity to join Trafford Music Service's Senior Leadership Team as an Instrumental Provision Music Advisor. The role is a fixed term for up to 12 months for Maternity Cover working 32 hours per week.
- [Woodwind Teacher, Woodwind Teacher (Maternity Cover) and Piano/Keyboard Teacher (Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/woodwind-teacher-woodwind-teacher-maternity-cover-piano-keyboard-teacher-maternity-cover/) - The following opportunities are available for candidates passionate about teaching and inspiring young people to learn to play a musical instrument. If you’re enthusiastic about empowering students through music and eager to contribute to a supportive, creative team, we’d love to hear from you.
- [Trustees of the MyHub Music Trust](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-of-the-myhub-music-trust/) - Shape the future of music education in Manchester. Become a Trustee of the MyHub Music Trust!
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-31/) - Work with the Love Music Trust – Inspire the Next Generation Through Music. Love Music Trust is expanding its team of self-employed music tutors and is seeking experienced, passionate professionals to work with us.
- [Head of Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-strings-7/) - The Guernsey Music Service is recruiting an experienced, dynamic and well-qualified Head of Strings with the vision and energy to lead and take responsibility for the work of our String Department and to make a full contribution to the ethos, identity and work of the Service.
- [Saturday Centre Music Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/saturday-centre-music-tutor/) - We are seeking to appoint skilled and enthusiastic instrumental teachers to work in one of our thriving and vibrant Saturday Centres across Northamptonshire. We are actively looking for those with guitar, keyboard, drums and/or early years experience.
- [Director of Programmes](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/director-of-programmes/) - As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will shape the annual programme, deepen relationships with key partners, and broaden Music for Youth’s national reach. You will lead the design and delivery of new initiatives, develop national partnerships, and produce high-profile flagship events.
- [Projects Manager (Arts Education)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/projects-manager-arts-education/) - Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service (THAMES) is seeking a Projects Manager (0.5, Fixed Term, 12 Months) to lead a diverse portfolio of arts programmes across the borough.
- [Strategic Lead for Curriculum Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strategic-lead-for-curriculum-music/) - This is a new senior position supporting our expanding music curriculum programme for schools. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting all Hounslow schools in their delivery of an outstanding music curriculum.
- [Instrumental and Classroom Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-classroom-music-teachers/) - Hounslow is looking for experienced whole class instrumental teachers who are confident delivering both group and individual lessons, working with pupils from Year 2 through to Year 13, and teaching from beginners to advanced.
- [Strategic Lead for Instrumental Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strategic-lead-for-instrumental-music/) - This is a new senior position providing leadership for instrumental and vocal programmes both in and out of school, including the ensemble programme. The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of a vibrant offer that supports children and young people’s musical journeys beyond the classroom.
- [Area Music Centre Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/area-music-centre-manager/) - West Sussex Music is seeking to appoint an Area Music Centre Manager who will share responsibility with the other members of the management team for developing and growing the work of West Sussex Music.
- [Operations & Finance Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/operations-finance-administrator/) - A vacancy has arisen for an Administrator to join Richmond Music Trust, a well-established provider of music education opportunities for children and young people.
- [Manager/Musical Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/manager-musical-director/) - Salisbury Area Young Musicians is the thriving home of ensemble music making in Salisbury for children and young people. From September 2026 we have a vacancy for the role of Manager/Musical Director in our organisation.
- [Peripatetic Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-teachers-14/) - Berkshire Music Trust is the leading provider of musical education across Berkshire. We are inviting applications from piano teachers to be based at our music centres. As an independent & inclusive children’s charitable trust, our aim is to provide children & young people with high quality musical education.
- [Associate Teacher, Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-piano/) - We are looking for an Associate Teacher to deliver individual and paired piano lessons at our Saturday Centre. From September this work may expand to include teaching opportunities in schools (standard tuition and wider opportunities sessions).
- [Programme & Relationship Manager (Yorkshire & North East)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/programme-relationship-manager-yorkshire-north-east/) - We are seeking an outstanding and proactive musician to join Future Talent as a Programme & Relationship Manager, supporting young musicians from low-income backgrounds across a broad range of genres.
- [Projects Manager (Music Education)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/projects-manager-music-education/) - Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service (THAMES) is seeking a Projects Manager (0.6, Fixed-Term Maternity Cover, 12 Months) to lead a diverse portfolio of music programmes across the borough.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-7/) - Soundabout, the UK's Learning Disability Music Charity, is recruiting Trustees! Help shape the future of Soundabout and make a difference through music!
- [Chief Executive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-executive-officer-music-mark/) - Music Mark is looking for a new Chief Executive to lead the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with vision and energy to make a significant impact on the music education sector and secure a more stable future, for the ultimate benefit of the country’s children and young people.
- [Music Instructors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-instructors-2/) - We have an opportunity for enthusiastic and talented music instructors to join our team in Summer 2026 for a range of ongoing work in schools and music centres.
- [Independent Chair of North Yorkshire and York Music Hub Oversight Board](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/independent-chair-of-north-yorkshire-and-york-music-hub-oversight-board/) - Do you believe in the power of music to inspire, include, and empower children and young people? We’re looking for an Independent Chair to help lead the North Yorkshire and York Music Hub and strengthen music opportunities for all.
- [Guitar Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/guitar-teacher-11/) - Are you passionate about music education and excited by the opportunity to help young students engage in music? We’re looking for an inspiring and skilled Guitar Teacher to join our vibrant team and bring guitars to life through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and confidence.
- [Early Years Music Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/early-years-music-tutor/) - Music and Performing Arts Salford is seeking an Early Years practitioner to deliver Saturday morning with potential for further tuition including our Early Years ‘Tune into Talking’ programme, dependent on instrument and availability. Music and Performing Arts Salford welcomes applications from other instrumental disciplines for available tuition.
- [Visiting Music Teacher: Clarinet](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-clarinet/) - We are looking to contract an able and inspiring self-employed Visiting Music Teacher of Clarinet to work within our highly successful and aspirational Music Departments from April 2026 (after Easter holidays).
- [Guitar Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/guitar-tutor-5/) - We are looking for an enthusiastic and engaging guitar tut to join our team of peripatetic instrumental tutors to deliver outstanding music lessons at our Saturday Music Centre.
- [Chief Executive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-executive-9/) - This key role will lead the organisation working with the Senior Leadership Team to develop, deliver and evaluate our agreed strategic business plan; promote growth and sustainability and foster a positive, inspiring work environment that empowers our team to deliver our vision and goals.
- [Peripatetic Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teachers-8/) - Slough Music Service is a unique, friendly and expanding music service seeking motivated, talented and reliable music teachers who enjoy working with beginners as well as more experienced players.
- [Whole Class Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/whole-class-music-teacher-3/) - Milton Keynes Music Service, part of BLMK Music Hub is recruiting a whole class teacher to deliver curriculum teaching and whole class instrumental lessons. This is a fixed term contract of 1 year for 2 days a week.
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teachers-18/) - Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Head of Member Services](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-member-services/) - This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and developing all member-facing music provision at Electric Umbrella including weekly sessions, progression pathways, Trinity Awards and Certificates and leadership opportunities members as part of our delivery in schools.
- [Head of Music and Creative Practice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-music-and-creative-practice/) - Orchestras for All seeks a Head of Music and Creative Practice who will lead the artistic vision of Orchestras for All, working alongside the Head of Wellbeing and two Youth Creative Associates (OFA Alums) to shape ambitious, inclusive and youth led creative programming for the charity.
- [Trombone Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trombone-teacher-2/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and enthusiastic Trombone Teacher to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service.
- [Programme Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/programme-coordinator/) - Music Masters is recruiting a Programmes Coordinator to support the day-to-day functions of a busy and proactive Programmes Team. Taking an active role in the administration of our regular music activities in our Flagship Schools in central London and our National Teacher Training Programmes.
- [Primary Classroom Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/primary-classroom-visiting-music-teachers/) - We are seeking primary classroom music teachers to deliver whole class instrument lessons and curriculum projects in schools across West Sussex - but we have a particular need of teachers in Worthing and Crawley / East Grinstead areas and welcome candidates who can teach in these locations.
- [Upper String and Piano Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-string-and-piano-tutors/) - We are currently advertising for freelance upper string and piano music tutors in and around Cheshire.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-30/) - Wandsworth Music is seeking talented and inspiring music tutors who are committed to delivering a high quality music education for all young people.
- [Ensemble and Events Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/ensemble-and-events-coordinator/) - The Music for Life Ensemble & Event Coordinator is responsible for supporting the smooth running of weekend ensemble rehearsals and Music for Life events, providing high-quality logistical, administrative, and pastoral support to students and tutors.
- [Visiting Music Teachers - Brass, Woodwind & Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-brass-woodwind-strings/) - We are seeking brass, woodwind and strings teachers to work with children in schools across West Sussex.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-brass-4/) - Barnsley Music Service is seeking to recruit a Brass Tutor to work with an outstanding team of music tutors, amazing young people and in excellent schools. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for children and young people.
- [Trumpet Teacher and Trombone Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trumpet-teacher-and-trombone-teacher/) - Two Visiting Music Teachers required from April 2026 to teach trumpet and trombone on a part-time and self-employed basis.
- [Programme and Orchestras Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/programme-and-orchestras-manager/) - National Children’s Orchestras (NCO) empowers children through orchestral music. We are seeking a Programme and Orchestras Manager to lead the planning and delivery of all orchestral programmes, oversee the team, and ensure inspiring experiences for young musicians.
- [Lower Strings Tutor (Cello)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lower-strings-tutor-cello/) - Bury Music Service is looking for dedicated and passionate lower strings tutor to join our experienced and welcoming strings team. Your role would be to take on existing experienced cellists both in schools and at the Bury Music Centre and to recruit and develop new students.
- [Schools & Projects Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/schools-projects-leader/) - Are you an experienced classroom music leader with the skills to inspire teachers to deliver engaging co-curricular learning and lead an outstanding programme of special projects and events across Merton’s maintained schools?
- [Contemporary and Commercial Music Development Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/contemporary-and-commercial-music-development-manager/) - As Contemporary and Commercial Music Development Manager, you would be responsible for all aspects of our Contemporary and Commercial music offer. This includes the development, implementation, review, funding, resourcing and delivery of our Contemporary and Commercial Music Strategy.
- [Head of Creative Health](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-creative-health/) - West of England Music and Arts is recruiting a Head of Creative Health to lead our music therapy, wellbeing and wider services which support our vision to ensure that everyone can thrive and achieve through music, arts and culture.
- [Head of Cultural Partnerships](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-cultural-partnerships/) - West of England Music and Arts is recruiting a Head of Cultural Partnerships to continue the transformative work of our Cultural Education and Music Hubs, leading on inspiring opportunities, training, partnership building and cultural pathways for young people and creative practitioners.
- [Music Tutor: Orchestral Percussion and Drum Kit](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-orchestral-percussion-and-drum-kit/) - This role is for a committed and inspiring teacher to deliver individual/small group orchestral percussion and drum kit lessons to children aged 7-18 (school years 3-13) at our music centre during term time.
- [Peripatetic Guitar Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-guitar-teachers/) - Due to growing demand, we are seeking skilled and enthusiastic guitar teachers to help us inspire and develop musicians across Berkshire. We offer a variety of flexible working options, including self‑employed opportunities that fit around your availability, as well as contracted roles ranging from part‑time to full‑time (up to 31 hours per week).
- [Music Events Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-events-manager/) - Join the Royal Greenwich Music Service (RGMS) as our Music Events Manager and help shape inspiring live music experiences for children and young people across the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
- [Membership Services and Data Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/membership-services-and-data-officer/) - You will support Sing Up’s work with schools and partner organisations by providing reliable Partner Membership administration and reporting, ensuring accurate membership data management, and improving operational workflows that strengthen stakeholder experience and service delivery. The role will also assist with customer support and other operational activities where needed, ensuring a responsive and joined-up service across the organisation.
- [Instrument Loan Scheme Programme Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrument-loan-scheme-programme-manager/) - Benslow Music is searching for a Programme Manager to join our team and lead the delivery and management of our nationally renowned Instrument Loan Scheme.
- [Music Resources Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-resources-lead-2/) - This position has a starting salary of £36,873 per year based on a 36-hour working week. We are seeking a proactive individual with strong administrative skills and extensive hands‑on experience with musical instruments, music technology, and audio equipment to lead our Music Resources department.
- [Independent Chair of Board, Surrey Music Hub Steering Board](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/independent-chair-of-board-surrey-music-hub-steering-board/) - Surrey Music Hub (the Music Education Hub for Surrey) is seeking to appoint an Independent Chair. This is a voluntary position with an allowance of up to £3,000 for expenses.
- [Woodwind, Strings and Brass Teachers: 1-1, Small Group and Whole Class Instrumental Tuition (WCIT)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/woodwind-strings-and-brass-teachers-1-1-small-group-and-whole-class-instrumental-tuition-wcit/) - Lancashire Music Service is seeking instrumental teachers in all disciplines, but especially Strings and Woodwind. Lancashire Music Service has been established for over 60 years and is the current lead partner for Lancashire Music Hub. We deliver tuition to thousands of pupils per week in a variety of settings.
- [Channel Sales Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/channel-sales-manager/) - Are you a commercially-driven sales professional with a passion for building relationships and driving growth? Do you have experience in channel management and want to make a real impact in the arts education sector?
- [Music Tutors (Piano & Lower Strings)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-piano-lower-strings/) - We are currently seeking talented and enthusiastic tutors to join the Kingston Music Service Freelance Music Tutor Panel. We are particularly interested in applicants who can teach lower strings at our music centres, and piano tutors available to teach on Saturdays.
- [Instrumental Tutors (Woodwind)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-woodwind/) - We are recruiting for a Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service (THAMES) – Instrumental/Vocal Tutor (Woodwind) to join Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service.
- [Trustee](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-6/) - The National Youth Orchestra (NYO) is appointing a specialist trustee to strengthen our Board’s insight into what helps teenagers flourish through exceptional arts and music opportunities.
- [Instrumental Tutor (Brass)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-brass/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate brass teacher to join our diverse team at one of Barnet Education Arts Trust's Saturday morning Music Academies.
- [String Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/string-teacher-3/) - Join Our Team of Inspiring Music Educators! Dudley Performing Arts are currently looking for an upper strings specialist to join the team. This role offers a fixed term contract of 18 hours per week (negotiable), and access to the Teachers Pension Scheme.
- [Social Media & Content Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/social-media-content-officer/) - If you are passionate about creating impactful content and engaging with audiences on social media, then we want to hear from you! As the Social Media & Content Officer, you will be responsible for creating and scheduling social media assets, analysing our social posts as well as involvement in the planning, producing and editing of our podcast.
- [Head of Development](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-development/) - An exciting opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser to step into a senior role with a national music education charity. Lead fundraising strategy, manage a small team, and play a key role in growing individual giving over the next three to five years.
- [Flute Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/flute-teacher-4/) - The City of London Freemen’s School is looking for an inspirational and engaging part time Flute Teacher to join the Music Department. The successful candidate should be a passionate teacher who is able to engage students new to music and those who are currently learning to play.
- [Internal Communications Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/internal-communications-manager/) - We are seeking an exceptional Internal Communications manager to drive and maintain the success of the Trinity Laban, strengthening institutional alignment and belonging by delivering clear, inclusive communications that support staff and students in their daily journey.
- [Marketing & Communications Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/marketing-communications-officer-2/) - If you are passionate about coordinating and creating impactful campaign content, finding new ways to promote activity and engaging with existing and new audiences across music and education then we want to hear from you! As the Marketing & Communications Officer, you will be responsible for delivering Music Mark communications including writing articles for our website, creating newsletters and the planning and creation of our podcast.
- [Mobile Music Vehicle Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/mobile-music-vehicle-teachers/) - Lancashire Music Service are looking to recruit teachers to deliver ad hoc sessions onboard the award-winning Mobile Music Vehicle.
- [Double Bass and Drum Kit Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/double-bass-and-drum-kit-tutors/) - Sutton Music Trust seek experienced tutors of Double Bass and Drum Kit to join their pool of tutors. If you are passionate about music education and playing a part in the progression of young musicians, we look forward to hearing from you!
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-12/) - Could you help shape the future of music education in Kent & Medway? We are seeking two new trustees to join our Board and help guide Kent Music through an exciting and ambitious new chapter.
- [Instrumental Tutors (Drum Kit, Piano and/or Curriculum Music)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-drum-kit-piano-and-or-curriculum-music/) - Lincolnshire Music Service is seeking enthusiastic and skilled instrumental tutors to deliver drum kit, piano and/or curriculum music lessons. We are passionate about inspiring young people through music and providing high-quality tuition across the county.
- [Brass Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/brass-teacher-20/) - Brass teacher required for this permanent full time position with Bradford Music & Arts Service. Bradford Music & Arts Service is a highly successful service and the lead organisation for the West Yorkshire Music Hub. It provides wide ranging music opportunities for children and young people.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor (SEND)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-send/) - We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Instrumental Music Tutor with experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to deliver engaging music lessons in specialist settings and schools.
- [Chair of Lincolnshire Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chair-of-lincolnshire-music-hub/) - Lincolnshire Music Hub is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to become Chair of the Music Hub Board. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of music education across Lincolnshire and ensure that every child and young person has access to high-quality musical experiences.
- [Partnership Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/partnership-manager-3/) - Lincolnshire Music Service is seeking an inspirational Partnership Manager to join our dynamic and award-winning team. Due to the retirement of the existing postholder, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping music education across the county.
- [Instrumental and Singing Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-singing-tutors-4/) - We are looking for self-employed music tutors to work in partnership with us at Music for Life.
- [NYO Inspire Producer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/nyo-inspire-producer/) - Shape and deliver NYO Inspire and other engagement projects for teenagers, including residencies, schools’ concerts and open-access workshops. This role suits an ambitious producer with a creative mindset and strong project leadership.
- [Brass Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/brass-teacher-19/) - Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Instrumental, Vocal & Classroom Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-classroom-teachers-5/) - Buckinghamshire Music Trust inspires exciting, meaningful and engaging musical experiences for every child in the county. We are seeking committed, dynamic and passionate teachers to make a high quality, practical impact through individual, group and ensemble teaching. This is an opportunity to really make a difference!
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-15/) - Music on Sea — Southend-on-Sea City Council’s Music Service — is expanding its team and seeking inspirational strings, woodwind, brass and vocal tutors to deliver high-quality tuition across the vibrant city of Southend-on-Sea.
- [Percussion Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-teacher-5/) - For this role, you will need to be proficient in drum kit and auxiliary percussion instruments and be able to commit to 6 hours per week of dedicated one-to-one, small-group and Whole-Class Instrumental Teaching sessions in a variety of Kirklees school settings, predominantly in the Colne Valley area.
- [Junior Department Administrative Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/junior-department-administrative-coordinator/) - We are seeking to appoint an Administrative Coordinator to provide vital administrative support for the RCM Junior Department (RCMJD).
- [Youth Support Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-support-co-ordinator-2/) - Join NYO as Youth Support Co-ordinator to deliver safeguarding and pastoral care processes for teenage musicians. This role is ideal for an early career professional with strong admin skills and a passion for supporting young people.
- [Instrumental String Teacher (Lower Strings Specialist)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-string-teacher-lower-strings-specialist/) - We are seeking to appoint an innovative, committed and inspirational lower strings teacher to further develop the work of Wakefield Music Services, consortium partner for the West Yorkshire Music Hub.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Orchestral Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-orchestral-strings-2/) - Barnsley Music Service are seeking to recruit an Orchestral Strings tutor to work with an outstanding team of music tutors and amazing young people. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental/ and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for children and young people.
- [Lecturer in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lecturer-in-music-education-2/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is a leading international conservatoire, with world-renowned expertise in music and music education. Our programmes are delivered by internationally acclaimed teachers and researchers, and supported by a unique artistic and academic programme.
- [Flute Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/flute-teacher-3/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate instrumental teachers to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure. We are looking to appoint a new Flute specialist to our expanding woodwind team.
- [Cumbria Music Hub Chair and Vice Chair](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/cumbria-music-hub-chair-and-vice-chair/) - Cumbria Music Hub is seeking experienced and inspiring leaders to serve as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board. These two pivotal roles will work together with Hub Board members to guide, and facilitate a high performing Board in the delivery of high-quality music education outcomes for young people in Cumbria.
- [Instrumental Woodwind Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-woodwind-teacher-2/) - We are seeking to appoint an innovative, committed and inspirational woodwind teacher to further develop the work of Wakefield Music Services, consortium partner for the West Yorkshire Music Hub.
- [Whole Class Instrumental Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/whole-class-instrumental-teacher-3/) - We are seeking to appoint an innovative and inspirational teacher to further develop the work of Wakefield Music Services, consortium partner for the West Yorkshire Music Hub. The post involves whole class instrumental teaching in a range of primary schools and is also suitable for a job share.
- [Teacher of Violin and Teacher of DJing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-violin-and-teacher-of-djing/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate teachers to join our diverse team at Barnet Education Arts Trust (BEAT), which is the main provider for music education for young people in the London Borough of Barnet.
- [Drum Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/drum-teacher/) - Based in Staffordshire, Entrust Music Service is seeking to recruit a Drum Teacher to a substantial permanent part time position of around 0.6 FTE. Successful applicants will deliver group and individual lessons across all key stages and can get involved in whole class, curriculum and ensemble work.
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teachers-17/) - Based in Staffordshire, Entrust Music Service is recruiting to its team of quality and versatile teachers. Applicants from across all musical disciplines will be considered, will full support provided for those who are new to teaching or new to music service work.
- [School Outreach Officers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/school-outreach-officer-2/) - PMLL is recruiting two part-time Schools Outreach Officers (9 hours per week) to support a national data-collection trial for the Schools Printed Music Licence (SPML) during the 2025/26 academic year. Roles are available in Scotland & Northern Ireland and Wales.
- [Brass Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/brass-music-teacher/) - We are seeking passionate brass specialists (would consider woodwind and percussion specialisms) to inspire learners in schools and communities. Teachers will deliver engaging lessons, promote musical enthusiasm, maintain progress records and uphold high standards. Part time posts available.
- [Curriculum Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/curriculum-music-tutor-2/) - Southwark Music Service is looking for dedicated Curriculum Music Tutors to join our amazing team and help deliver high-quality music education across the borough. We are seeking tutors specifically for Wednesdays and Thursdays from January as well as various other vacancies across the week.
- [Junior Trinity Cello Teacher Maternity Cover](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/junior-trinity-cello-teacher-maternity-cover/) - We invite applications for the post available, to join our vibrant and thriving department in the stunning location of King Charles Court at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich. The postholder will be responsible to the Head of Children’s and Young People’s Music Programmes for the successful musical education of students, in accordance with the requirements of the Junior Trinity curriculum.
- [Youth Choir Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-choir-leader-4/) - Armonico Consort seeks disciplined, reliable Choir Workshop Leaders for Phase 2 of its partnership with the Transformation Trust from January 2026. You’ll deliver high-energy, structured, ambitious sessions preparing schools for a spring operetta. Consistency, planning & musical authority are essential.
- [Finance and Business Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/finance-and-business-manager/) - The Love Music Trust is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and able Finance and Business Manager. If you would like to be part of a small, lively team within a growing organisation that thrives on inspiring young people to participate in music-making, we’d love to hear from you.
- [Teacher of Bassoon and Teacher of Harp](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-bassoon-and-teacher-of-harp/) - Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) is seeking to appoint skilled and high-quality teachers of Bassoon and Harp to work as part of our large and diverse team. We would welcome applications from candidates who can offer teaching in other disciplines in addition.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-11/) - We're looking for trustees to join the board at Yorkshire Youth & Music. We work with disadvantaged young people in challenging circumstances, across all music styles, and according to their needs and aspirations. We also provide excellent training and development opportunities for musicians.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-4/) - Do you believe in the power of music to transform lives? Hampshire Music Service is seeking enthusiastic and highly skilled Class and Instrumental Teachers to work across mainstream and SEND settings. If you’re passionate about nurturing young people’s musical journeys, we’d love to hear from you.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-29/) - We are looking for talented and inspiring music tutors to join our teaching panel and deliver lessons in schools and at the Wandsworth Music Academy.
- [Associate Teachers: Woodwind (flute/clarinet/sax), Woodwind (double reed) and Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teachers-woodwind-flute-clarinet-sax-woodwind-double-reed-and-piano/) - We're currently looking for Woodwind Teachers (including Double Reed) and Piano Teachers to take on work in schools and our Saturday Centre. We are particularly keen to hear from Woodwind Specialists who are also able to teach piano.
- [Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/administrator-6/) - We are looking for a confident, dedicated, and proactive administrator to join our collaborative managerial team. This is a varied role combining office-based administration with hands-on support during our Saturday sessions. The post is subject to successful references and an enhanced DBS check.
- [Music Service Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-administrator-4/) - The Music Service Administrator will act as a key member of the One Education Music team providing quality, value-added business support and administration for the service as required.
- [Business Support Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/business-support-officer/) - Join our vibrant team at Hounslow Music Service, a charitable organisation delivering inspiring music education and performances for children and young people. We’re seeking a proactive and organised Business Support Officer to provide essential administrative and customer service support.
- [Upper Strings Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-strings-teacher-12/) - Musica Kirklees is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Upper Strings Teacher to join our successful and supportive team. We currently have 11.5 hours of teaching per week available, primarily in schools across the Shelley area of Kirklees.
- [Music Specialist Classroom Cover Supervisor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-specialist-classroom-supervisor-cover/) - We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Music Instructor to deliver engaging Curriculum Music lessons from Nursery to Year 6 to cover class PPA. This role offers full support, appropriate CPD, and lesson plans/ resources are provided.
- [Whole Class Violin/Viola Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/whole-class-violin-viola-tutor/) - Enfield Music Service is looking for motivated and engaging tutors to lead whole class violin/viola lessons in primary schools in the London Borough of Enfield, with confirmed work available from January 2026.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Orchestral Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-orchestral-strings/) - Barnsley Music Service are seeking to recruit a Orchestral Strings Tutor to work with an outstanding team of music tutors, young people and in great schools. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for children and young people.
- [Double Bass Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/double-bass-teacher/) - This role is for a committed and inspiring teacher to deliver individual/small group double bass lessons to students aged 7-18 (school years 3-13) at the Saturday Morning Claremont Music Centre during term time.
- [Music Associate: Drum/Percussion Specialist](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-associate-drum-percussion-specialist-2/) - We are looking for an inspirational and committed drum/percussion leader to join our team of Music Associates delivering high-quality lessons, ensembles and workshops across Flintshire.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-13/) - We are seeking highly skilled and passionate instrumental teachers to join our team.
- [Chief Executive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-executive-8/) - The London Music Fund is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to take the charity forward in its 15th anniversary year.
- [Music Tutors (Upper & Lower Strings)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-upper-lower-strings/) - Kingston Music Service is currently looking to add talented and enthusiastic tutors to their Freelance Music Tutor Panel. We are especially looking for tutors to teach upper and/or lower strings. There are currently opportunities to join our friendly team to teach in schools and music centres.
- [Music and Technology Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-and-technology-officer-2/) - Help us open up music to young disabled musicians. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and organised individual with a passion for music and technology, who is eager to drive innovation and accessibility within an inclusive music programme.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Piano/Keyboard](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-piano-keyboard/) - Barnsley Music Service are seeking to recruit a Piano/Keyboard to work with an outstanding team of music tutors, amazing young people and in excellent schools. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for children and young people.
- [Instrumental Music Teachers of Bassoon and Trumpet](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teachers-of-bassoon-and-trumpet/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate instrumental teachers of bassoon and trumpet to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Instrumental Tutors of Guitar and Violin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-band-leader-guitar-violin/) - Barnet Education Arts Trust (BEAT) seeks to appoint committed, experienced, adaptable, enthusiastic and creative teachers for one of our Saturday Morning Music Academies. BEAT seeks to be an inclusive organisation and recognises the value of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher – Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-brass-3/) - We are seeking to recruit a Music Teacher to Cumberland Music Service. You will be required to teach brass to full class, small groups and 1-1 tuition. In addition, it would be desirable for the successful candidate to be able/willing to offer other instruments to whole classes.
- [Peripatetic Teachers: Flute, Violin, Piano/Keyboard, Cello](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-teachers-flute-violin-piano-keyboard-cello/) - Oxfordshire County Music Service is looking for highly motivated and committed teachers of music to join our inspirational team. We require teachers for full-time teaching roles specialising in flute; violin; cello; piano and keyboard, working across Oxfordshire.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-brass-3/) - Barnsley Music Service are seeking to recruit a Brass Tutor to work with an outstanding team of music tutors, amazing young people and in excellent schools. We deliver an inclusive programme of instrumental and vocal tuition, creating inspiring musical opportunities for children and young people.
- [Instrumental and Vocal Music Instructors (Casual)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-vocal-music-instructor-casual-2/) - Enthusiastic, energetic and highly skilled vocal and instrumental specialist tutors are now required to join this well established, successful Music Service.
- [Administrative Assistant](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/administrative-assistant-5/) - We are looking for high level administrative support for Music Education Islington (MEI) day to day work.
- [Leicestershire Music Hub Board Members](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/leicestershire-music-hub-board-members/) - Are you passionate about music education and want to help shape the future of Leicestershire Music? We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our Hub Board and support the ongoing development of our inclusive, creative, and high-quality music offer across Leicester and Leicestershire.
- [Violin Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/violin-teacher-16/) - We seek a violin teacher to join our team of peripatetic music staff and our thriving music department. The successful candidate will be someone who has both performing and teaching experience and a passion for inspiring children to take up and continue with the violin.
- [Youth Choir Workshop Leaders](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-choir-workshop-leaders/) - We are seeking exceptional freelance Choir Workshop Leaders for a groundbreaking new Armonico Consort and Transformation Partnership Choral & Operatic Education Project.
- [Fundraising & Engagement Manager (Temporary - Maternity Cover With View to Permanent)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/fundraising-engagement-manager-temporary-maternity-cover-with-view-to-permanent/) - We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraising & Engagement Manager to provide maternity cover and ensure continuity of our fundraising operations. Working closely with the senior management team, you will play a key role in securing vital income and building strong donor relationships.
- [Music Practitioners (Upper Strings)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-practitioners-upper-strings/) - Kingston Music Service is currently looking to add talented and enthusiastic tutors to their Freelance Music Tutor Panel. We are especially looking for tutors to teach upper strings, on a Thursday evening at our Tolworth Music Centre.
- [Learning & Participation Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/learning-participation-administrator/) - The Royal College of Music is seeking to appoint a Learning & Participation Administrator to support the work of RCM Sparks, the Royal College of Music’s flagship Learning and Participation department.
- [Music Business Support Officer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-business-support-officer-2/) - Are you passionate about music education and have strong administrative and communication skills? Sutton Music Trust are looking for an outstanding Business Support Officer to join the team.
- [Head of Percussion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-percussion/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and inspirational musician and educator to join Centre for Young Musicians as the Head of Percussion.
- [Head of Programmes and London Schools Symphony Orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-programmes-and-london-schools-symphony-orchestra/) - Guildhall School of Music & Drama is seeking an inspirational and dynamic leader to join Centre for Young Musicians as Head of Programmes and London Schools Symphony Orchestra. This is a unique opportunity to shape the delivery of Centre for Young Musicians's highly regarded programmes and lead one of the UK’s most forward-thinking youth orchestras.
- [Teachers of Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-piano/) - Bury Music Service is looking for dedicated and passionate piano teachers to work in schools during the day and/or at Bury Music Centre in the evenings.
- [Instrumental Music Teacher: Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-guitar/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey’s leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Instrumental Music Teacher: Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-piano/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey’s leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Instrumental Music Teacher: Woodwind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-woodwind/) - Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey's leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.
- [Peripatetic Woodwind Music Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-woodwind-music-tutor/) - We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated Peripatetic Woodwind Music Tutor to deliver high-quality, one-to-one and small-group lessons to pupils across schools in Monmouthshire and Torfaen, as well as leading ensembles.
- [Students’ Union Operations Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/students-union-operations-manager/) - The Students’ Union Operations Manager is a new role which will be responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day business of Trinity Laban Students’ Union (TLSU).
- [Executive Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/executive-director-3/) - Finchley Children’s Music Group (FCMG) is seeking an experienced, committed and enthusiastic Executive Director to lead the core operations of the Group, develop the systems and structures of the Group and, as joint CEO with the Artistic Director, to develop the strategic vision for the future of FCMG.
- [Upper and Lower Strings Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/upper-and-lower-strings-tutors-2/) - Inspiring Music and Milton Keynes Music Co-op are working together to expand teaching opportunities across the region. We're seeking passionate upper and lower strings tutors to deliver instrumental lessons from September 2025.
- [Percussion Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-teacher-4/) - We are seeking a dedicated and talented Percussion Teacher to join our team and inspire students across Kirklees.
- [Viola Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/viola-tutor/) - Sutton Music Trust (SMT) seek a skilled and engaging Viola tutor to teach at our Saturday Music Academy in Cheam. If you are passionate about music education and playing a part in the progression of young musicians, we look forward to hearing from you!
- [Strategic Lead for Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strategic-lead-for-music-service/) - The Strategic Lead for Music will lead the strategic and operational direction of Oldham Music Service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, inclusive, and progressive music education in schools, communities, music centre and beyond. You will be a key figure in the borough’s cultural and educational landscape, building on a legacy of musical excellence and achievement, whist also ensuring our music service meets the needs of our diverse and dynamic local population.
- [Area Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/area-leader-2/) - This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring leader to be part of a dynamic senior team and to lead our provision in the Amersham area. You will part of a team of three Area Leaders who report to the Director and as a team, lead on the main provision and delivery of Buckinghamshire Music Trust.
- [Elected Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/elected-trustees-2/) - This is your opportunity to play a part in the leadership of your membership association and guide its future! Music Mark is seeking two Members to be elected to positions on the Board of Trustees.
- [Assistant Schools Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/assistant-schools-manager/) - Join the Royal Greenwich Music Service (RGMS) as our Assistant Schools Manager, lead on our national-curriculum-based whole class programmes in primaries and help shape the future of music education across more than 90 schools in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
- [Music Associate - Drum/Percussion Specialist](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-associate-drum-percussion-specialist/) - We are looking for an inspirational and committed drum/percussion leader to join our team of Music Associates delivering high-quality lessons, ensembles and workshops across Flintshire. The majority of the role will be teaching lessons and leading workshops in schools.
- [Instrumental Tutor of Double Bass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-of-double-bass/) - The Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service (THAMES) is expanding its provision and is seeking to appoint experienced Instrumental tutors to its panel of teachers. We are looking for tutors of Double Bass. We are especially interested in appointing highly talented and enthusiastic tutors who are excited by the possibility of being part of an award-winning music service and the London East Music Hub (ELMA).
- [Instrumental and Singing Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-singing-tutors-3/) - Music for Life is an award winning not-for-profit organisation delivering music lessons in schools. Whether you are a well-established instrumental or singing tutor, or if you are just starting, please contact us to find out how working in partnership with Music for Life could support you.
- [Co-Chair](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/co-chair/) - As Co-Chair at the Music Education Council, you will have the chance to be a genuine change-maker. You’ll help shape the sector’s future, advance equity, diversity and inclusion, and influence policy. You’ll also be working alongside fantastic colleagues who share your passion for positive change.
- [Marketing & Communications Co-ordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/marketing-communications-co-ordinator/) - Join NYO’s Marketing & Communications team to help share the voices and energy of teenage musicians across digital platforms. You’ll support campaigns, create content, and help more young people discover and take part in orchestral music.
- [School Outreach Officers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/school-outreach-officer/) - PMLL has a requirement to appoint two additional School Outreach Officers to join the existing team as part of a data collection trial. This data collection and associated schools liaison activity will take place during the terms of the 2025/26 school year.
- [Youth Support Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-support-manager/) - Deliver pastoral care and safeguarding across NYO’s national programme. You’ll manage support teams, coordinate logistics, and ensure young people feel safe, supported and empowered while participating in NYO activities.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-10/) - MishMash Music CIO is a registered charity trading as MishMash Productions. We exist to reimagine classical music for young people and families—making it inclusive, engaging, and relevant. We are currently recruiting for new trustees to join our board and support us in our exciting mission.
- [Volunteer Musicians](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/volunteer-musicians/) - Training, workshop and event experience in primary schools for up to 20 musicians aged 18-30.
- [Music Hub Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-hub-manager-2/) - Are you a visionary leader with a passion for music education and a commitment to equity and inclusion? Do you thrive in strategic roles that blend creativity, collaboration, and impact?
- [Choral Scholars](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/choral-scholars-organist-and-administrator/) - Holy Trinity Church is looking to appoint tenor and bass choral scholars to sing in our exciting and ambitious choir two Sunday mornings per month.
- [Instrumental Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teachers-26/) - Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Youth Choir Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-choir-leader-3/) - In partnership with the Heart of England Music Hub, Armonico Consort are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic choir leaders to deliver Choir Creation assemblies and thereafter weekly singing rehearsals for two new regional Armonico Consort Academy choirs. This is a freelance role, with a minimum 2 hours per week (term-time only).
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-9/) - West of England Music and Arts is seeking new trustees to join our board. You will be passionate about our vision to ensure everyone can thrive and achieve through music and the arts. We are seeking wide ranging knowledge, and also specifically legal, finance and social prescribing/creative health
- [Regional Music Development Leads](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/regional-music-development-lead/) - Hertfordshire Music Service is seeking two part-time Regional Music Development Leads to support the continued delivery of high quality musical provision for young people in Hertfordshire.
- [Senior Lead for Music Progression](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-lead-for-music-progression/) - We’re looking for a passionate music educator with experience leading youth ensembles and a strong understanding of inclusive music education. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a dynamic, community-focused service, we’d love to hear from you.
- [Music Service Business Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-business-manager-2/) - Camden Music is seeking a strategic and hands-on Business Manager to lead operations and finance across its vibrant music education service. You’ll drive improvements in systems and processes, embed SpeedAdmin, and support financial sustainability.
- [Board Members - Hertfordshire Music Hub (Inclusion Specialist)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/board-members-hertfordshire-music-hub-inclusion-specialist/) - Hertfordshire Music Hub (HMH) is seeking additional volunteer members with a background and/or strong interest in inclusion, to join the well-established Hub Board.
- [Board Members - Hertfordshire Music Hub (Finance Specialist)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/board-members-hertfordshire-music-hub-finance-specialist/) - Hertfordshire Music Hub (HMH) is seeking additional volunteer members with a background in strong financial management, to join the Hub Board.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-28/) - Music Education Islington seeks passionate music tutors for primary schools and music centres. Roles include clarinet, keyboard, strings, singing, and musicianship.
- [Teacher Coach (Portsmouth), Djembe Teacher (Portsmouth), and Ukulele, Samba, Vocal specialists (London)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-coach-portsmouth-djembe-teacher-portsmouth-and-ukulele-samba-vocal-specialists-london/) - We are looking for exceptional music facilitators/teachers to join our pool of freelance practitioners for project-based work and (for the right candidate) fortnightly coaching of classroom teachers to empower them to deliver whole-class Music to students across Primary.
- [Chief Operating Officer and Fundraiser](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-operating-officer-and-fundraiser/) - West of England Music and Arts delivers Music and Cultural Education Hub and Creative Health services in the Bath and Bristol region and beyond. This dual-focus role is key to ensuring the long-term success of the organisation through efficiency, lean operations and financial sustainability.
- [Drum & Bassoon Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/drum-bassoon-teachers/) - We are looking for a Drum Teacher and a Bassoon Teacher to join us at The Latymer School on Saturday mornings, starting on 13th September 2025.
- [Orchestral Conductor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/orchestral-conductor/) - The Coventry City of Culture Orchestra is looking for a new conductor. Having lost our musical director, Sebastian Farrall, very suddenly in a tragic cycling accident, we are determined to carry on making music which is inclusive, joyful and of a high standard in Seb's honour and we would love to keep this alive under the guidance of a new conductor.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher (Woodwind - Specialist in Double Reed)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-woodwind-specialist-in-double-reed/) - Are you ambitious, dynamic and ready for a challenge? We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly competent teacher woodwind instruments. The ability to teach double reed would be preferable.
- [Visiting Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-3/) - Are you ambitious, dynamic and ready for a challenge? We are looking for enthusiastic and highly competent Class and Whole Class and small group Instrumental Teachers for both mainstream and SEND settings with a passion for developing young people's music-making.
- [Teachers of Keyboard/Piano, Voice, Ukulele/Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teachers-of-keyboard-piano-voice-ukulele-guitar/) - We are seeking teachers of Keyboard/Piano, Voice and Ukulele/Guitar to teach in individual, small group and whole class setting in September. From an initial start there is potential to grow teaching in schools and Music Centres both within Warwickshire and the wider Music Hub.
- [Senior Leader, Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-leader-music-hub/) - Help shape the future of music education in Kent and Medway. We are looking for a strategic, collaborative and values-driven leader to join Kent Music as Senior Leader, Music Hub.
- [Trustees (3 Positions)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-3-positions/) - The Love Music Trust is looking for people who have a passion for improving the lives of children and young people through music. These trustee positions offer a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to help shape the delivery of music education in the region.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-14/) - Coventry Music are looking for instrumental and vocal tutors to join our tutor framework to deliver a variety of music lessons ranging from 1:1 lessons, small group, Whole Class, Ensemble and Curriculum delivery.
- [Teacher of Orchestral Percussion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-orchestral-percussion-2/) - We require an outstanding teacher of Orchestral Percussion to join our team from September 2025 to teach pupils from beginner to advanced level from September 2025. Initially teaching for 1 day per week (up to 6 hrs), in one of our very high performing schools with a strong music tradition.
- [Saturday Music Centre Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/saturday-music-centre-tutors/) - Gloucestershire Music is seeking highly skilled and passionate music ensemble tutors to join their contracted team at Brookfield Music Centre. The music centre runs from Sir Thomas Rich's School, Longlevens, Gloucester, GL2 0LF, on Saturday mornings during term time.
- [Community Windband Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-community-windband-leader/) - Gloucestershire Music is seeking a highly skilled and passionate ensemble leader to join the Forest of Dean Area Wind Band. Currently, this runs as a community wind band, but we are hoping to expand this into a Music Centre.
- [Whole Class Ensemble Tuition and Individual and Small Group Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutor-whole-class-ensemble-tuition-and-individual-and-small-group-tutors/) - Gloucestershire Music (GM) is seeking highly skilled and passionate instrumental and vocal tutors to join their contracted team. As a tutor, you will be responsible for the planning and delivery of Whole Class Ensemble Teaching and paired or individual lessons through the GM Peripatetic Service.
- [Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Violin)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-learning-team-tutor-violin/) - Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Violin).
- [Treasurer and Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/treasurer-and-trustees/) - Open Up Music is an organisation with a simple but powerful mission: to open up music to young disabled musicians. We are recruiting for a Treasurer and Trustees to help support us in our next, exciting stage of development.
- [Brass Teacher and Upper Strings Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/brass-teacher-and-upper-strings-teacher/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Brass Teacher (preferably trombone) and Upper Strings teacher to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Strings & Brass Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/strings-brass-teachers-2/) - Are you a Strings or Brass musician with a passion for teaching? Milton Keynes Music Co-operative is looking for dedicated teachers to join our co-operative to provide individual and group lessons in schools and privately across the Milton Keynes area.
- [Instrumental, Vocal & Classroom Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-classroom-teachers-4/) - Entrust Music Service Staffordshire is seeking to recruit to its versatile team of teachers. Teachers from all musical disciplines will be considered and the service is particularly interested to hear from all applicants with experience or interests in supporting children with additional needs.
- [Accompanist](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/accompanist-2/) - Kellogg College, Oxford seeks an accompanist for a brand new mixed voice choir, rehearsing Wednesday afternoons in term time. Directed by Hilary Campbell, this new secular ensemble will commence rehearsals in October 2025, with the intention of giving termly concerts and other performances.
- [Youth Chorus Master](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-chorus-master/) - As part of its Learning & Engagement portfolio, Opera North runs three in house youth choral ensembles: Opera North Children’s Chorus; Opera North Young Voices and Opera North Youth Chorus. An opportunity has now arisen for a Youth Chorus Master to lead the upper two ensembles.
- [Instrumental Tutors - Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-strings/) - EA Music - Northern Ireland are seeking to appoint 4 full-time, permanent Instrumental Tutors (Strings) to deliver tuition in schools and hubs across Northern Ireland.
- [Saturday Operations Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/saturday-operations-lead/) - The role involves oversight of setup, logistics, attendance, on-the-day queries and emergency procedures. You will work closely with the wider Centre for Young Musicians team and be a key point of contact during our busy Saturday programme.
- [Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Cello)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-learning-team-tutor-cello/) - Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Cello).
- [Instrumental Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teachers-25/) - At Haringey Music Service we believe music is a universal language, and we need people from all backgrounds and swathes of life to help build the future of music education and the music industry of the future.
- [Associate Teacher, Recorder and Music Makers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-recorder-and-music-makers/) - We are recruiting for Associate Teachers to teach group and individual recorder in primary schools in the borough. Many recorder teachers also deliver Music Makers sessions.
- [Vocal Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocal-teacher-7/) - We invite applications for the post available, to join our vibrant and thriving department in the stunning location of King Charles Court at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.
- [Composition and Musicianship Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/composition-and-musicianship-teacher/) - We invite applications for the post available, to join our vibrant and thriving department in the stunning location of King Charles Court at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.
- [Cello Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/cello-teacher-7/) - We invite applications for the post available, to join our vibrant and thriving department in the stunning location of King Charles Court at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.
- [Peripatetic Woodwind Tutor (Saturday Music Centre)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-woodwind-tutor-saturday-music-centre/) - Enfield Music Service is looking for a motivated and engaging woodwind tutor who can teach both single and double reed instruments, to join our busy Saturday Music Centre from September 2025. Teaching taking place in schools during the week may also be available.
- [Peripatetic Music Teacher (Violin)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teacher-violin-2/) - We have a new partnership with the Music in Secondary Schools Trust (MiSST) and all of our KS3 students will be provided with a musical instrument and taught how to play. This post will be one day per week but this may expand as the programme expands.
- [Piano & Violin Tutors and Whole Class General Musicianship/Guitar Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/piano-violin-tutors-and-whole-class-general-musicianship-guitar-tutors/) - We are looking for enthusiastic and engaging practitioners to join our team of peripatetic instrumental tutors to deliver outstanding 1-1 piano, violin lessons & whole class general musicianship/guitar lessons at our Music Centres and schools across Merton.
- [Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-29/) - Great Torrington School is looking to apoint a fully qualified and enthusiastic teacher of music to join our sucessful Performing Arts Team. Applicants are welcome from full or part time candidates.
- [Young Artists Bass Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-bass-tutor/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint an outstanding bass tutor to deliver high-quality and inspiring individual, small group and band tuition.
- [Young Artists Drums Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-drums-tutor/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint an outstanding drums tutor to deliver high-quality and inspiring individual, small group and band tuition.
- [Young Artists Guitar Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-guitar-tutor/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint an outstanding guitar tutor to deliver high-quality and inspiring individual, small group and band tuition.
- [Young Artists Keyboard Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-keyboard-tutor/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint an outstanding keyboard tutor to deliver high-quality and inspiring individual, small group and band tuition.
- [Young Artists Vocals Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-artists-vocals-tutor/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint an outstanding vocals tutor to deliver high-quality and inspiring individual, small group and band tuition.
- [Lead Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lead-teacher-6/) - Hertfordshire Music Service is currently seeking a Lead Instrumental/Vocal Teacher for the Mid and South Herts Region to use their experience and expertise to improve the lives of children and young people through music.
- [In Harmony Learning Team Tutor (Lower Strings)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/in-harmony-learning-team-tutor-lower-strings/) - Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of In Harmony Learning Team Tutor (Lower Strings).
- [Bromley Youth Choir Conductor/Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/bromley-youth-choir-conductor-director/) - Are you passionate about music and eager to inspire the next generation of singers? Bromley Youth Music Trust (BYMT) is seeking a dynamic and highly skilled musical director/conductor for our flagship BYMT Youth Choir.
- [Director of Engagement & Partnerships](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/director-of-engagement-partnerships/) - NYO is seeking a visionary and collaborative Director of Engagement & Partnerships to lead the strategic development and delivery of NYO’s engagement programmes.
- [Schools Programme Assistant](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/schools-programme-assistant/) - An opportunity has arisen within the Learning & Engagement team for a Schools Programme Assistant to provide administrative support to the Schools Programme team to ensure efficient and effective programme delivery.
- [Percussion Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-teacher-3/) - Are you passionate about music education? Do you have the skill and enthusiasm to inspire students to unlock their musical potential? We’re seeking a dedicated and talented Percussion Teacher to join our team and deliver engaging one-to-one, small-group and Whole Class Instrumental Teaching.
- [Head of Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-service-2/) - Hampshire Music Service (HMS) is one of the largest and most respected music services in the UK, reaching over 30,000 children and young people annually. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Service to lead HMS and the Hampshire Music Education Hub into its next chapter.
- [Projects Coordinator, Children & Young People’s Programmes (Music)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/projects-coordinator-children-young-peoples-programmes-music-2/) - We are seeking an experienced and creative-thinking Projects Coordinator to join our Public Engagement team and play a vital role in the delivery of our music programmes for schools, children and young people.
- [Evaluation Director](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/evaluation-director/) - The Evaluation Director is a new role and will lead the development and implementation of Young Sounds’ evaluation strategy, ensuring that our work is evidence-based and impactful.
- [Youth Choir Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/youth-choir-leader-2/) - Armonico Consort is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic freelance choir leader to deliver weekly singing rehearsals for our Armonico Consort Academy Coventry choir.
- [Visiting Music Teachers of Brass, Saxophone & Violin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-of-brass-saxophone-violin/) - We are looking to contract able and inspiring self-employed Visiting Music Teachers of Brass, Saxophone & Violin to work within our highly successful and aspirational Music Departments from September 2025.
- [Curriculum, Brass, Strings and Guitar/Keyboard Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/curriculum-brass-strings-and-guitar-keyboard-teachers/) - Oldham Music Service are looking to recruit one full-time curriculum & early years teacher, a full-time brass teacher, a part-time string teacher and a part-time teacher with the skills to teach both guitar and keyboard.
- [Teachers of Guitar, String & Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teachers-of-guitar-string-brass/) - We are seeking to recruit Music Teachers to Cumberland Music Service, which is a Local Authority service delivery area within Cumberland Council. Positions are contracted Centrally Employed Teachers. All positions are required to teach full class, small groups, 1-1 tuition.
- [Visiting Music Teachers: Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-saxophone-clarinet-flute/) - Claremont Fan Court School is seeking enthusiastic and experienced visiting music teachers to deliver one-to-one lessons in Saxophone, Clarinet and Flute from September 2025.
- [Independent Board Member, The Music Partnership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/independent-board-member-the-music-partnership/) - The Music Partnership is seeking volunteer independent members, from diverse and representative backgrounds, to join its Strategic Board. Board members will be intrinsically passionate about Music Education and its positive impact for all children and young people.
- [Instrumental Teacher - Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-guitar-3/) - Bolton and Blackburn with Darwen Music Service wishes to appoint an enthusiastic & experienced part-time Teacher of Guitar. You will join a high performing and experienced team of teachers and will be required to teach whole class, groups and individuals in schools.
- [Instrument Development Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrument-development-manager-2/) - Are you passionate about music, inclusion and making a real difference? The OHMI Trust is looking for someone to lead our Instrument Development programmes. The heart of our mission is to make music truly inclusive for people with physical impairments.
- [Peripatetic Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-tutors/) - Inspiring Music is expanding! We’re seeking passionate, experienced peripatetic music tutors to deliver peripatetic instrumental and vocal lessons from September 2025. Help young learners thrive through music across Central Bedfordshire.
- [Young Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-trustees/) - Help shape the future of music education in Kent & Medway! We are excited to invite two young people aged 16–25 to join our Board of Trustees.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-8/) - Help shape the future of music education in Kent & Medway! We are seeking new trustees to join our Board and help guide our work through an exciting and ambitious next chapter.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-12/) - St Helen's is seeking to appoint talented and enthusiastic self-employed Music Teachers to work in our Music Department. We are looking specifically for people who can teach Classical Guitar, Classical Singing and Violin.
- [Violin Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/violin-teacher-15/) - Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Director of School Based Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/director-of-school-based-teaching/) - Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) is seeking to appoint a new Leader, to join the Senior Leadership Team of the Trust. The post holder will lead on the delivery of instrumental and vocal teaching in schools and for our network of Saturday Centres.
- [Teachers of Piano, Violin, Flute, Trumpet/Cornet & Percussion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teachers-of-piano-violin-flute-trumpet-cornet-percussion/) - Yorkshire Young Musicians is looking for inspiring teachers of Piano, Violin, Flute & Trumpet/Cornet at our Leeds Centre, and Piano and Percussion teachers at our Hull Centre.
- [Conductor of Chamber & String Orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/conductor-of-chamber-string-orchestra/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage an experienced and highly-skilled conductor or string player to direct the RCMJD String orchestra and our flagship RCMJD Chamber orchestras.
- [Instrumental Music Tutors - Orchestral Strings and Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutors-orchestral-strings-and-guitar/) - Barnsley Music Service is seeking Instrumental Music Tutors - Orchestral Strings and Guitar.
- [Instrumental Teacher: Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-piano-3/) - We currently have a vacancy for permanent, salaried peripatetic piano teachers working both during school hours and after school hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings based in the east, central or north of Surrey.
- [Whole Class Instrumental Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/whole-class-instrumental-teacher-2/) - We require a teacher to deliver whole class instrumental lessons in the following disciplines, Strings, Brass, Guitar/Ukulele. The majority of the work is based in the Harrogate and Skipton area.
- [Marketing & Fundraising Officer and Programme & Partnerships Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/marketing-fundraising-officer-and-programme-partnerships-coordinator/) - Yorkshire Young Musicians is a centre for advanced training for young musicians aged 8-19. We are looking for two part-time members of staff to join our team on a fixed term basis to help us grow our story.
- [Research & Data Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/research-data-manager/) - We are looking for a Research & Data Manager to join the Music Mark team and lead on our work championing high quality research, data collection and analysis. The role includes communicating about academic work to the music education sector, commissioning new research, carrying out internal data analysis, and building on our existing relationships with Further and Higher Education settings. If you have a passion for data that you can share with our network, we'd love to meet you!
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustees-7/) - British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) is seeking new Board Members to join the organisation at a thrilling time, as we settle into our new home in Leeds, launch a new website and embark on our 21st Season of new musicals in high profile venues across the UK.
- [Course Leader – Music Performing and Production Arts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/course-leader-music-performing-and-production-arts/) - A highly motivated, passionate and collaborative individual to lead Hereford College of Art's Music Performance and Production team. Our innovative and industry responsive programme introduces students to a breadth of Music Performance and Production.
- [Lead Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/lead-teacher-5/) - Hertfordshire Music Service is currently seeking a Lead Instrumental/Vocal Teacher for the East Hertfordshire Region to use their experience and expertise to improve the lives of children and young people through music.
- [Senior Tutor in Saxophone](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-tutor-in-saxophone/) - The Royal Northern College of Music is seeking to appoint a professional saxophonist with a national and international reputation as a performer and tutor, with experience of teaching at the highest level in one to one and masterclass settings.
- [Instrumental Music Tutor - Woodwind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-tutor-woodwind-8/) - Barnsley Music Service is seeking a woodwind teacher to teach small groups (3-4 children) and individuals in schools throughout the borough as well as lead a KS2 Whole Class Woodwind session in a primary school.
- [Head of Department (Primary Years Music Programme)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-department-primary-years-programme/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and inspirational musician and educator to join CYM in a new role as Head of Primary Years Programme.
- [Instrumental Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-9/) - A vacancy has recently arisen in our team for a part-time (0.89) Instrumental Teacher. At Norfolk Music Service, we have recently been appointed as the lead organisation of Norfolk & Suffolk Music Hub so this is a really exciting time to apply to become a part of our incredible team!
- [Business Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/business-manager-3/) - The award-winning Lincolnshire Music Service are looking for an experienced Business Manager to join our team to support our day-to-day business operations.
- [Concerts Manager (Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/concerts-manager-maternity-cover/) - Chetham’s School of Music are seeking an Concerts Manager (maternity cover) to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester city centre. Chetham’s is home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world.
- [Instrumental Tutor (Organ)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutor-organ/) - Chetham’s School of Music are seeking an Instrumental Tutor (Organ) to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester city centre.
- [Music Resources Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-resources-lead/) - Surrey Arts are looking for a dynamic and proactive individual with strong administration skills and comprehensive knowledge of musical instruments, technology and equipment to lead their Music Resources department.
- [Senior Orchestral Horn Tutor (Junior Department)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-orchestral-horn-tutor-junior-department/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage an accomplished and experienced Orchestral Horn Tutor to join their vibrant and thriving department.
- [Instrumental and Music Curriculum Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-music-curriculum-tutors/) - The award-winning Lincolnshire Music Service are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Instrumental and Curriculum Tutors to join their team to deliver music services to children and young people.
- [Instrumental, Vocal & Classroom Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-classroom-teachers-3/) - Buckinghamshire Music Trust inspires exciting, meaningful and engaging musical experiences for every child in the county. They seek committed, dynamic and passionate teachers to make a high quality, practical impact through individual, group and ensemble teaching.
- [Instrument and Ensembles Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrument-and-ensembles-administrator/) - We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Instrument and Ensembles Administrator to join the Love Music Trust. The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and motivated person who is committed to doing their best to support the small team at the Love Music Trust.
- [Office Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/office-manager-music-education-islington/) - The Guildhall School is recruiting for an Office Manager to join the Music Education Islington team. They are looking for an individual who will be at the heart of all operational processes within Music Education Islington, lead on the administration of activities.
- [Associate Teacher: Woodwind (Double Reed)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-woodwind-double-reed/) - Our Associate Teachers deliver a range of teaching in primary and secondary schools including group/individual instrumental lessons and Wider Opportunities (WCET) programmes as well as lessons and orchestras/bands/ensembles in Richmond Music Trust Music Centres.
- [Choral Conductor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/choral-conductor-2/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage an experienced and highly-skilled choral conductor/animateur. The post holder will be responsible for conducting the RCMJD Chamber Choir and the RCMJD Advanced Vocal Ensemble.
- [Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-28/) - Seaford College are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and skilled teacher with a track record of outstanding classroom practise, who is an inspirational and well-qualified musician.
- [Chair of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chair-of-trustees/) - The Chair of the Board of Trustees will provide strategic leadership and governance to Music For Youth, ensuring the organisation is well-managed, financially sustainable, and delivering on its charitable objectives.
- [Teacher of Brass](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-brass-3/) - We are seeking a teacher of brass instruments to provide teaching in individual, small group and whole class settings, alongside some ensemble direction in our schools and music centres in Warwickshire.
- [Teachers of Voice, Guitar, Brass, Drum Kit, Keyboard/Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teachers-of-voice-guitar-brass-drum-kit-keyboard-piano/) - In response to significant demand, we are looking for a number teachers to join our team to teach group, individual and whole class lessons and direct ensembles for up to 27 hours per week for each role across Warwickshire.
- [Harrogate Music Centre Ensemble Instructors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/harrogate-music-centre-ensemble-instructors/) - We require ensemble instructors with specialities in percussion and strings to run senior ensembles and teach small group instrumental lessons on a Saturday morning.
- [Music Curriculum Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-curriculum-teacher-4/) - In response to demand for curriculum delivery in the east of the county, we are looking for a music curriculum teacher to join our team from September 2025.
- [Instrumental/Vocal Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-music-teachers/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate instrumental teachers to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Teacher of Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-music-9/) - We are seeking an inspiring teacher to lead Music across our beautiful, friendly, creative through school in the Isles of Scilly, 28 miles from the coast of Cornwall. If you are seeking an adventure both in your career and your life, please get in touch to find out more.
- [Education and Outreach Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/education-and-outreach-administrator-3/) - Armonico Consort is a critically acclaimed choir and instrumental ensemble. Our exciting education and outreach programme is growing, and we are looking for an outstanding administrator to help it succeed.
- [Instrumental and Curriculum Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-curriculum-music-tutors/) - Hounslow Music Service is a charity providing high-quality musical opportunities for more than 7000 children and young people in Hounslow, in and out of schools every week. Come and join our team!
- [Head of Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-service/) - Bury Music Service are seeking an exceptional and experienced leader to become the next Head of Service. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of music education in our area, leading a passionate team and creating a culture of excellence, collaboration, and inclusion.
- [Singing Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/singing-manager/) - For September 2025, we’re seeking an exceptional singing and choral leader to develop singing in schools and establish progression routes from schools to music centre choirs.
- [Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trustee-5/) - Richmond Music Trust (RMT) is looking to appoint new Trustees to join our current Board. The RMT Board plays a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction, ensuring good governance and advocating for our work.
- [Instrumental Teacher: Woodwind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-woodwind-2/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £28,640 per annum for working 30 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (990 hours per year).
- [Instrumental Teacher: Vocal](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-vocal/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £19,093 per annum for working 20 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (660 hours per year).
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teachers-16/) - We are looking to appoint innovative and committed musicians to join our team of music teachers. We are looking for a range of specialists to provide, promote and support delivery to learners in a variety of schools and communities including the new Shireland CBSO Music school.
- [Instrumental Teacher: Piano](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-teacher-piano-2/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £23,867 per annum for working 25 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (825 hours per year).
- [Teachers of Strings and Percussion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teachers-of-strings-and-percussion/) - Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust is interested to hear from inspiring string and percussion teachers who would like to join our team of instrumental teachers working across the Northamptonshire and Rutland Hub area.
- [Instrumental Music Teacher: Music Technology](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-music-technology/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £19,093 per annum for working 20 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (660 hours per year).
- [Instrumental Music Teacher: Guitar and Ukulele](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-music-teacher-guitar-and-ukulele/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £19,093 per annum for working 20 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (660 hours per year).
- [Visiting Music Teacher: Strings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-strings/) - The hourly salary for this role is £28.93 inclusive of 15% holiday pay. This equates to an annual salary of £28,640 per annum for working 30 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (990 hours per year).
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-27/) - Kingston Music Service (KMS) is expanding its programmes for the 2025–26 academic year and we are looking to grow our freelance music teacher panel. We’re inviting expressions of interest from instrumental and vocal tutors across all specialisms.
- [Contemporary Music Lead](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/contemporary-music-lead/) - The starting salary for this role is £40,296 per annum, based on working 36-hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity. We are excited to be hiring a new Contemporary Music Lead to join our fantastic Surrey Arts team. This is a key role in shaping the future of music education.
- [Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-27/) - We are seeking a part-time music teacher, Thursday and Friday only, 8:30-4pm, teaching classes of pupils with up to 20 pupils in a session. Pay is dependent on qualified status. Unqualified teachers can apply. This is a high achieving school with well behaved children, eager to learn.
- [Visiting Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teachers-11/) - We are seeking highly skilled and passionate instrumental or vocal teachers to join our team!
- [Head of Arts and Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-arts-and-music/) - Glasgow Life is looking for a Head of Arts and Music to join us on a full time permanent contract. The Head of Arts and Music is a senior leadership role within Glasgow Life, responsible for driving the strategic and operational delivery of arts and music services across the city.
- [Instrumental and Vocal Music Instructors (Casual)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-and-vocal-music-instructor-casual/) - Enthusiastic, energetic and highly skilled vocal and instrumental specialist tutors are now required to join this well-established, successful Music Service.
- [Young Strings Double Bass Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/young-strings-double-bass-tutor/) - Royal Northern College of Music is a leading international conservatoire with a reputation for excellence in preparing young musicians for a life-long career in the music profession. The College attracts some of the most talented students and teachers from around the world and delivers an innovative curriculum and excellent student experience within some of the finest teaching, rehearsal and performance facilities available.
- [Senior Orchestral Violin Tutor](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-orchestral-violin-tutor/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage an accomplished and experienced orchestral violin tutor to join our vibrant and thriving department. The post holder will be responsible for coaching the violin section of our RCMJD Sinfonia and RCMJD Symphony Orchestras.
- [Musicianship Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/musicianship-teacher/) - The Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) is seeking to engage a Musicianship Teacher to join our vibrant and expanding RCMJD musicianship faculty. The post holder will be responsible for teaching group classes as part of the core RCMJD programme.
- [Teacher of Woodwind (Clarinet Specialism)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-woodwind-clarinet-specialism/) - As a vibrant and diverse Local Authority Music Service, Wolverhampton is seeking to recruit a woodwind teacher to help deliver the Service objectives as part of the new National Plan for Music Education as part of the emerging Black Country Music Hub.
- [Senior Specialist Teacher (Singing)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/senior-specialist-teacher-singing/) - Are you passionate about music and eager to inspire the next generation of vocalists? Bromley Youth Music Trust (BYMT) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Senior Specialist Teacher (Singing) to join our vibrant community.
- [Assistant Head of Community Music Service and Primary Advisor for Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/assistant-head-of-community-music-service-and-primary-advisor-for-music/) - We are looking for an Assistant Head of Service and a Primary Music Advisor to lead our primary music provision. The Community Music Service (CMS) seeks a dedicated and innovative musician to join our successful team.
- [Trainee Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/trainee-teachers/) - Applications are invited to apply to join Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust’s Teacher Training Programme and learn what becoming an instrumental and vocal teacher in the 21st Century entails.
- [Peripatetic Teachers – Violin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-teachers-violin/) - Berkshire Music Trust is the leading provider of musical education across Berkshire. As an independent & inclusive children’s charitable trust, our aim is to provide children & young people with high quality musical education.
- [Performing Arts Faculty Coordinator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/performing-arts-faculty-coordinator/) - We are currently seeking to appoint a well organised Coordinator to join our Performing Arts Faculty.
- [Associate Teacher - Guitar](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/associate-teacher-guitar/) - Our Associate Teachers deliver a range of teaching in primary and secondary schools including group/individual instrumental lessons and Wider Opportunities (WCET) programmes as well as lessons and orchestras/bands/ensembles in Richmond Music Trust Music Centres.
- [Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teachers-15/) - Are you a passionate music teacher with a love of sharing your knowledge and experience with those who share your joy and want to learn more? Can you nurture budding talents and inspire someone to pick up a new instrument or gain confidence with their voice?
- [Teacher of Music (Maternity Cover)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teacher-of-music-maternity-cover/) - Ratcliffe College, an outstanding Independent School, seeks a Full time or Part time (c.0.8 FTE) fixed term contract (maternity cover) Teacher of Music, to develop performance and academic music within this very active and high profile department of the School.
- [Creative Learning Producer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/creative-learning-producer/) - Birmingham Contemporary Music Group is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and organised person to manage our out-of-school composing workshop programme, Higher Education workshops and concerts for families and schools, as well as contributing to the programme's shape and content.
- [Instrumental Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-22/) - Stockport Music Service is seeking to appoint instrumental teachers in a variety of disciplines to begin work in September 2025. We are expecting to have vacancies for small group and whole class guitar & ukulele, woodwind (all instruments), strings, SEND music curriculum and vocal.
- [Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Brass)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-learning-team-tutor-brass/) - Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Brass).
- [Music Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-26/) - Are you passionate about how music can make a difference for all children? Are you keen to work with and lead a fantastic team of people? We are seeking a Music Teacher on a full or part time basis.
- [Chief Executive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/chief-executive-7/) - Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) is seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive to replace Peter Smalley, who is stepping down from the role after 13 years as Chief Executive Officer.
- [Percussion, Upper Strings, Cello and Piano Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/percussion-upper-strings-cello-and-piano-tutors/) - Our team of music educators at Cambridgeshire Music are recruiting for a teachers Percussion, Upper Strings, Cello and Piano.
- [Piano Teacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/piano-teacher-11/) - The City of London Freemen’s School is looking for an inspirational and engaging part time Piano Teacher to join the Music Department.
- [Teaching and Learning Support Manager – Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/teaching-and-learning-support-manager-admin/) - An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Teaching and Learning Support Manager to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.
- [Instrumental Instructors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-instructors-11/) - We have exciting opportunities to come and join the North Yorkshire Music Service team as an Instrumental Instructor. Instructors of guitar, piano/keyboard, percussion and voice required to start in the summer term 2025.
- [Instrumental Tutors (Guitar, Strings and Piano/Keyboard)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-tutors-guitar-strings-and-piano-keyboard/) - Barnsley Music Service is looking to recruit three Instrumental Tutors (Guitar, Strings and Piano/Keyboard) to work in schools across the borough.
- [Peripatetic Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/peripatetic-music-teachers-7/) - Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!
- [Head of Bolton Music Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/head-of-bolton-music-service/) - Bolton Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead the local authority music service and the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen Music Hub. This is a unique opportunity to lead a Music Service with a national reputation and shape music education in the region.
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Woodwind](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/visiting-music-teacher-woodwind/) - An exciting opportunity for a teacher of wind instruments to join our busy and successful Prep School for September 2025 working initially 1 day per week.
- [Music Teacher for Years 1-4](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-teacher-for-years-1-4/) - An exciting opportunity for a Music Teacher to join our busy and successful Prep School for September 2025 working 3 days per week.
- [Music Service Manager](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-service-manager-6/) - As the Music Service Manager for North Yorkshire Council, you will work across the educational system in North Yorkshire, and beyond, to ensure the delivery of high-quality instrumental lessons and ensemble opportunities for pupils.
- [Instrumental/Vocal Teachers and Workshop Leaders](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/instrumental-vocal-teachers-and-workshop-leaders/) - West of England Music and Arts is a new and exciting Music Education Hub covering a large geographical area in the South West of England. We are seeking inspirational instrumental teachers for both in-school and out-of-school work to teach across the area.
- [Music Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/music-tutors-26/) - Music and Performing Arts Salford (MAPAS) is seeking self-employed tutors across a variety of instruments and disciplines, including Percussion, Woodwind, Guitar & Ukulele, Vocal, Drama, Musical Theatre, and Whole Class Tuition.
- [Singing Teacher and Choir Trainer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/singing-teacher-and-choir-trainer/) - The City of London Freemen’s School is looking for an inspirational and engaging teacher of Singing to join the Music Department. The successful candidate should be a passionate vocal teacher who is able to engage students new to music and those who are looking to sing at diploma level.
- [Vocal Specialists and Instrumental Whole Class Ensemble Teaching Tutors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/vocal-specialists-and-instrumental-whole-class-ensemble-teaching-tutors/) - Sutton Music Trust (SMT) seeks skilled vocal specialists to conduct choirs, lead workshops, and provide vocal tutoring. SMT also seeks experienced Instrumental Whole Class Ensemble Teaching Tutors for Strings, Brass, and Ukulele/Guitar. Are you passionate about music education? We want to hear from you!
- [Choral Leader](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/choral-leader/) - Music and Performing Arts Salford (MAPAS) is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic candidate to take on the leadership of three of our MAPAS Centre evening choirs.
- [Administrator](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/jobs/administrator-5/) - Music for Life is seeking a full time, highly organised and proactive Administrator to oversee and manage the various day-to-day administrative tasks. This is a new role being established as Music for Life grows and takes on new and exciting opportunities.

## News

- [Research Short: How Group Music Lessons Boost Children's Wellbeing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-how-group-music-lessons-boost-childrens-wellbeing/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises the findings from a recent project investigating the psychological impact of group music teaching on children's wellbeing
- [Higher Education Conference | Call for Papers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/higher-education-conference-call-for-papers/) - Submit your proposal for Music Mark’s 2027 Higher Education Conference at RNCM, exploring research, practice and challenges in higher education music.
- [How Inclusive Music Helps Communities Thrive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-inclusive-music-helps-communities-thrive/) - We spoke with the team behind Space to Thrive about how its community-shaped approach is widening access to music-making and strengthening local partnerships.
- [RNCM Secures Investment to Support Classical Musicians](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/rncm-secures-investment-to-support-classical-musicians/) - RNCM secures £400,000 to expand career support for emerging classical musicians facing socioeconomic barriers and create inclusive music careers in the UK.
- [Teesside Talent Takes Centre Stage at Boro's 150th Anniversary Celebrations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teesside-talent-takes-centre-stage-at-boros-150th-anniversary-celebrations/) - Over 300 dancers and local musicians unite at Riverside Stadium for Middlesbrough FC’s spectacular 150th anniversary finale against Cardiff City in October.
- [Meet our Keynote Speaker for the Music Mark Conference 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-our-keynote-speaker-for-the-music-mark-conference-2026/) - Meet keynote speaker Briana Pegado and explore her insights on AI, inclusion, music education and shaping the future creative workforce.
- [Early Years Resource Shortlisted for MDE Award](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/early-years-resource-shortlisted-for-mde-award/) - A Common Approach: Early Years has been shortlisted for a Music & Drama Education Award 2027, recognising its impact on early years music education.
- [How Can Music Prove Its Social Value?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-can-music-prove-its-social-value/) - Discover how Orchestras Live used social value measurement to show the wider impact of their Classically Yours orchestral music programme for communities.
- [Making Whole-Class Music More Inclusive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/making-whole-class-music-more-inclusive/) - Zoe Hunting from Southampton Music Service explains how the partnership with OHMI is supporting the delivery of more inclusive whole-class music.
- [What does Ofsted Expect from Music in Schools?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-does-ofsted-expect-from-music-in-schools/) - Schools' Manager, Abi Marrison, summarises the key messages shared during the recent Ofsted update hosted by Music Mark, in partnership with MTA and ISM.
- [Research Short: Secondary Music Teacher Identity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-secondary-music-teacher-identity/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises research into secondary music teacher identity, musician-teacher tensions, classroom practice, training, curriculum and policy.
- [Be The Inspiration: Tackling the Music Teacher Recruitment and Retention Crisis](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/be-the-inspiration-tackling-the-music-teacher-recruitment-and-retention-crisis/) - Music Mark launches our new 'be the Inspiration' campaign to strengthen pathways into, change perceptions of, and increase support for music teaching.
- [Etio Confirmed as National Centre for Arts and Music Education Delivery Partner](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/etio-confirmed-as-national-centre-for-arts-and-music-education-delivery-partner/) - Music Mark welcomes today's announcement by the Department for Education that Etio has been confirmed as the delivery partner for the establishment and operation of the new National Centre for Arts and Music Education. Etio is the new name for the government services arm of Tribal Group plc and they partner with governments to support the
- [How Music Creates Connection, Expression and Belonging](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-music-creates-connection-expression-and-belonging/) - Explorehow Phoenix Rising empowers care-experienced young people through music, building confidence, connection and belonging at the Music Mark Conference.
- [Music for All’s Award Round 4 of 2026 is NOW OPEN](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-for-alls-award-round-4-of-2026-is-now-open/) - Music for All awards offer grants, instruments and music-making support to UK individuals, schools and community groups. Apply online by 30 November 2026
- [Music Mark Partners with Convo for BSL Services](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-partners-with-convo-for-bsl-services/) - Contact Music Mark in BSL via Convo Now. Connect with a qualified interpreter in real time through the app, web browser or at our events with easy BSL use.
- [How Child-led Play Shapes Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-child-led-play-shapes-early-years-music/) - Explore how Magic Acorns’ child-led musical play supports inclusive early years music education, creativity and connection at Music Mark Conference 2026.
- [What can you gain by becoming a Trustee?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-can-you-gain-by-becoming-a-trustee/) - We spoke to Charlotte Payne, one of our current Trustees, to find out more about what she’s enjoyed about the role, and how she found the election process.
- [Jen’s Journal: Hitting the Ground Running!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/jens-journal-hitting-the-ground-running/) - Jen McKie reflects on her first weeks as Music Mark CEO, the appointment of Etio as partner for the National Centre, sector change and key member events.
- [Research Short: How Informal Learning Improves Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-how-informal-learning-improves-music-education/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises Dr Anna Mariguddi’s research on informal learning, Musical Futures, student agency, inclusion and balanced music education pedagogy.
- [Applications Open for Clore School Choirs and Singing Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/applications-open-for-clore-school-choirs-and-singing-programme/) - The Clore Duffield Foundation has opened applications for the Clore School Choirs and Singing Programme, supporting choirs and group singing in state-funded schools across England. The Clore Duffield Foundation is a grant-making foundation supporting cultural learning, education, and the arts. Between five and ten organisations will receive £50,000 to £100,000 a year for three years
- [Higher Education Funding Cuts: Government Response](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/higher-education-music-funding-government-response/) - On 10th July 2026, Music Mark and the Royal Musical Association wrote to the Secretary of State for Education to insist that the proposed cut to Price Group C1.2 funding for higher education music provision should be reversed. The Minister for Skills has responded to our letter acknowledging the important contribution of higher education to
- [How Learn to Play Grows Audiences for Music Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sheffield-hub-opening-doors-with-learn-to-play/) - See how Learn to Play and Sheffield Music Hub offer free music taster lessons, workshops and instruments to help children start making music.
- [Are you making the most of your member benefits?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/are-you-making-the-most-of-your-member-benefits/) - Whether you’re a new or longstanding Music Mark Member, are you sure that you’re making the most of your member benefits?
- [Children Meet Orchestras with Gaspard’s Foxtrot](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/children-meet-orchestras-with-gaspards-foxtrot/) - RSNO and Charanga bring Gaspard’s Foxtrot to UK classrooms with film, lesson resources and accessible music education for primary school pupils.
- [Where Is Music Education Heading in 2026/27?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/where-is-music-education-heading-in-2026-27/) - An outline of curriculum reform, funding, workforce pressures, qualifications and signs of sector resilience in the UK Music Education sector
- [Barnsley Youth Choir crowned Double World Champions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/barnsley-youth-choir-crowned-double-world-champions/) - Barnsley Youth Choir wins World Choir Games 2026 Pop and Gospel titles, earning double world champion status after standout performances in Sweden.
- [Meet Music Mark's New CEO - Jennifer McKie](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-music-marks-new-ceo-jennifer-mckie/) - Meet Music Mark’s new CEO Jennifer McKie and explore her vision for inclusive music education, sector advocacy and support for members UK-wide.
- [How Music Helps Us Explore Identity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-music-helps-us-explore-identity/) - Explore key insights from the AHRC Music Research Showcase, highlighting inclusive music projects supporting identity, autonomy and self-expression.
- [Making the Most Out of The Music Mark Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/making-the-most-out-of-the-music-mark-conference/) - Music Mark Board Member, Charlotte Payne, shares how to navigate the Annual Conference 2026, her must-see sessions and top tips for first-timers.
- [Research Puts Music Top for Workplace Skills](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-puts-music-top-for-workplace-skills/) - Royal College of Music research shows business leaders value music education for workplace skills, wellbeing and the UK’s creative future.
- [How Can Students Build Rhythm Confidently?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-can-students-build-rhythm-confidently/) - Discover how Paul Harris's new book Play With Rhythm helps students build rhythm confidence through VIM, subdivision and a four-stage model
- [Protect Yourself Against Delegate List Scams](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/protect-yourself-against-delegate-list-scams/) - If you receive an email claiming to be from Music Mark offering to sell you an attendee list for one of our events, it is a scam. We have seen a worrying rise in the number of these scams being reported to us and have put together the advice below to help you identify and
- [2026 Music Mark Awards Nominations Now Open](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/2026-music-mark-awards-nominations-now-open/) - Nominations are now open for the 2026 Music Mark Awards, which will once again take place at our Annual Conference in Liverpool on the 16th-17th November 2026.
- [Music Tech Partners Support Inclusive Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-tech-partners-support-inclusive-education/) - TiME UK and TI:ME USA have launched a new partnership to support inclusive music technology, professional development and knowledge exchange for educators.
- [How to Encourage Sustainability Through Music Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-to-encourage-sustainability-through-music-teaching/) - Find out how three music organisations have taken different approaches to embed sustainability into their work from our sustainability report.
- [Music Guide for Educators of Autistic Pupils](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-guide-for-educators-of-autistic-pupils/) - Free evidence-based guide helps music educators support autistic pupils in Autism Resource Bases with inclusive, practical music education guidance.
- [Research Short: Challenging the salvation stories of music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-challenging-the-salvation-stories-of-music-education/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises Hanna Backer Johnsen's recent article, ‘Challenging the salvation stories of music education' in Research Studies in Music Education.
- [Our 2026 Annual Conference Programme is live!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/our-2026-annual-conference-programme-is-live/) - We are excited to share the 2026 Annual Conference programme, this year focusing on Inclusivity and Relevance in music education.
- [A Response to the Institute of Fiscal Studies Report ](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-response-to-the-institute-of-fiscal-studies-report/) - Music Mark responds to IFS research on graduate earnings, arguing degree value should include wellbeing, creativity and the wider benefits of arts education.
- [Reflections on Leadership, Legacy and What Comes Next](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/reflections-on-leadership-legacy-and-what-comes-next/) - After nearly a decade as CEO of Music Mark, Bridget Whyte reflected on what brought her here, what she has learned, and the advice for her successor.
- [A Call to Reverse Cuts to Higher Education Funding](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-call-to-reverse-cuts-to-higher-education-funding/) - A new government proposal to remove Price Group C1.2 funding for higher education music provision has prompted serious concern from across the sector. The decision risks undermining the pipeline of skilled musicians, educators, researchers and creative professionals needed for the UK’s cultural and economic future. In a joint letter to the Secretary of State for
- [Joint letter calls for action on music teacher recruitment](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/joint-letter-calls-for-action-on-music-teacher-recruitment/) - The government has frequently spoken of its ambition to revitalise music in schools, but schools urgently need more music teachers if they are to deliver the government’s ambitions for music education. The Department for Education (DfE) has missed its own recruitment targets for secondary music teachers in 12 out of the last 13 years and
- [What does Benedict’s Law mean for music education?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-does-benedicts-law-mean-for-music-education/) - Understand Benedict’s Law and what it means for music education providers in schools (including independent schools and state nurseries attached to schools).
- [Special school launches inclusive orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/special-school-launches-inclusive-orchestra/) - UK’s largest special school launches its first orchestra using Digit Music’s inclusive CMPSR instruments and Arrownotes notation.
- [Managing Standstill Grants: An Unsustainable Expectation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/managing-standstill-grants-an-unsustainable-expectation/) - Music Mark's Gary Griffiths outlines the challenges standstill grants, rising costs and delayed allocations cause for England's Music Hub Partnerships.
- [How to Inspire Children with Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-to-inspire-children-with-early-years-music/) - Ju Birchall shares insights from the development process of Music Mark's 'Early Years | A Common Approach' and advice for using the resources in practice.
- [Music Education in Schools: Latest News](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-manager-update-june-2026/) - Schools Manager, Abi Marrison, shares her June schools update on music teacher recruitment, qualifications, CPD, early years and policy developments.
- [Music Mark Leadership Events 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-leadership-events-2026/) - Develop your leadership skills with in-person and online conferences, workshops, and events from Music Mark’s 2026 Leadership Events for music educators.
- [DfE Enrichment Benchmarks: a Reflection](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/dfe-enrichment-benchmarks-a-reflection/) - Music Mark reflects on the DfE enrichment benchmarks: what they mean for arts, music education, schools and cultural organisations supporting young people.
- [Music Hubs Funding Cuts: Music Mark Responds](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-hubs-funding-cuts-music-mark-responds/) - Music Mark urges urgent review of English Music Hub funding after £76m one-year settlement raises concerns over access and provision.
- [Bridget's Blog: Join us at the 2026 Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-join-us-at-the-2026-conference/) - Is it too early to talk about the ‘c’ word? One of the team recently asked in a meeting whether anyone else had started getting emails about planning for Christmas… and whilst it seems ages away, I expect quite a few music teachers and ensemble leaders will already be programming concerts and shows for December!
- [Music Mark: Autumn Training & Events Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-autumn-training-events-programme/) - To launch Music Mark’s Autumn 2026 programme, this blog outlines events, peer groups, and training opportunities for music educators, including key dates.
- [When does singing become learning?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/when-does-singing-become-learning/) - The latest updates from Music Mark's T-Time sessions for Teachers - the summer session was a chance to discuss how & when singing becomes a vehicle for learning
- [Meet our This Is Not A Rehearsal Steering Group](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-our-this-is-not-a-rehearsal-steering-group/) - Find out about our This Is Not A Rehearsal steering group members, who are passionate about raising awareness of the Climate Crisis in Music Education.
- [Schools Raise Their Voices for Nature](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-raise-their-voices-for-nature/) - Sing2Save, encourages children and young people to learn and perform a specially written song while raising funds for wildlife and conservation charities.
- [Why is Coaching a Great CPD Option?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-is-coaching-a-great-cpd-option/) - Paul Davies highlights how group coaching is transforming CPD for music staff, boosting reflection, resilience and impact across Birmingham’s Music Service.
- [Speaking Up for Music Education at the APPG](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/speaking-up-for-music-education-at-the-appg/) - Read the speech given by Music Mark CEO, Bridget Whyte to the APPG for Music Education providing an update on the music hub network.
- [ABRSM Launch New Piano Syllabus](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/abrsm-launch-new-piano-syllabus/) - ABRSM has unveiled its Piano Syllabus for 2027–2028, one of its most varied to date, which combines established classical repertoire with contemporary music
- [Research Short: Music in Citizenship](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-music-in-citizenship/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises the ‘Music in Citizenship’ project led by Dr Tenley Martin (Leeds Beckett University) & Pili Lopez (Dorset Music Service)
- [Research Short: Celebrating 40 Years of GCSE Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebrating-40-years-of-gcse-music/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises a recent article telling the story of the Music GCSE over the past 40 years, analysing the role of its tripartite structure
- [Why Arts Education Matters More Than Ever](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-arts-education-matters-more-than-ever/) - Bridget Whyte outlines key findings from the Cultural Learning Alliance Report Card & Rapid Evidence Review, reflecting on the benefits of music education.
- [Portsmouth Choir Sings at Education World Forum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/portsmouth-choir-sings-at-education-world-forum/) - Portsmouth Music Hub shares news of Portsmouth’s Singing Champions Choir performing at the prestigious Education World Forum (EWF) 2026
- [New Guidance released on Child Safety and AI Image Manipulation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-guidance-released-on-child-safety-and-ai-image-manipulation/) - Music Mark signposts essential guidance outlining the risks and key advice for sharing images and videos of pupils on websites and social media platforms
- [Why Students Lose Access to Creative Careers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-students-lose-access-to-creative-careers/) - New Cambridge research reveals how inequality, gender and income shape young people’s journeys from creative interests to education and careers.
- [Bridget's Blog: Expanding 'A Common Approach' to Include Early Years](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-improving-a-common-approach/) - Bridget reflects on the recent launch of an Early Years programme for 'A Common Approach', and why musical learning is key to children's lifelong development.
- [Music Mark announces new CEO](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-announces-new-ceo/) - Music Mark, the UK Association for Music Education, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jennifer McKie to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
- [Bringing Children Together Through Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bringing-children-together-through-music/) - Sheffield’s primary schools are experiencing a wave of connection and community, thanks to a pioneering partnership between Sheffield Music Hub’s One Voice Festival and The Linking Network’s Schools Linking Programme. This collaboration uses the power of music and structured relationship-building to bridge divides, foster empathy, and help children from all backgrounds feel part of a
- [Bridget's Blog: ‘Don’t double up, partner up!’](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-dont-double-up-partner-up/) - Bridget reflects on the Music Mark's recent higher Education Conference and the launch, with the MU, of the 'Championing University Music Toolkit'
- [Ableton Move: Transforming Music-Making](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ableton-move-transforming-music-making/) - Ableton Move is revolutionizing music education, enabling hands-on, collaborative, and creative music-making in classrooms of all ages.
- [DfE SEND Reform Consultation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/dfe-send-reform-consultation/) - Abi Marrison, Music Mark's School's Manager, summarises the intent of the SEND Reform Consultation and signposts further information.
- [SEND Consultation: Young Peoples' Views](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/send-consultation-young-peoples-views/) - Schools' Manager, Abi Marrison, summarises the responses we have received to the SEND Consultation from young people, including an easy-digest summary.
- [Supporting Music in UK Higher Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-music-in-uk-higher-education/) - Music Mark and the Musicians’ Union have collaborated on a new Toolkit to support UK university music departments in challenging closures and funding pressures.
- [Tips for Teaching Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/tips-for-teaching-early-years-music/) - Sarah Wise shares insights from the development process of Music Mark's 'Early Years | A Common Approach' and advice for using the resources in practice.
- [Inspiring Primary Music on the Harp](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inspiring-primary-music-on-the-harp/) - Discover how Kimberly Wong and Trafford Music Service inspired local children to explore the harp, fostering creativity and musical curiosity.
- [Amplify Schools Showcase Student Talent](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/amplify-schools-showcase-student-talent/) - Discover how All Together Now! at Bristol Beacon brought students together to celebrate music, collaboration, and community across CST and TiLA schools.
- [Announcing a New Accessible Musical Instrument](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/announcing-a-new-accessible-musical-instrument/) - Derby-based Digit Music and local partners have created the award-winning, accessible CMPSR musical instrument, now transforming music education across the UK.
- [Supporting Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-early-years-music/) - Sue Nicholls shares insights from the development process of Music Mark's 'Early Years | A Common Approach' and advice for using the resources in practice.
- [Could you be Music Mark's next HE Rep?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/could-you-be-music-marks-next-he-rep/) - Music Mark seeks a new Higher Education Rep. Learn the role, eligibility and how to apply by 29 April 2026, with voting at the HE Conference on 6 May.
- [How to Recycle Instruments Sustainably](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/recycle-instruments-sustainably/) - Find out how three music organisations have taken different approaches to embed sustainability into their work from our sustainability report.
- [Faber Music: Music Teaching for SEN](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/faber-music-music-teaching-for-sen/) - Following research into the changing needs of music educators and students, Faber Music has published 'Music Teaching for Special Educational Needs'.
- [Key Stage 4 Performance Measure Consultation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/key-stage-4-performance-measure-consultation/) - Abi Marrison, Music Mark's School's Manager, summarises the intent of the KS4 Performance Measures Consultation and signposts further information.
- [Music Mark 2026 Conference - Call for Content](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-2026-conference-call-for-content/) - We are delighted to launch the 2026 Music Mark conference call for content and to announce this year's theme: Inclusivity and Relevance in music education.
- [Research Short: Embracing Complexity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-embracing-complexity/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises Silje Meling Bjørnevoll and Catharina Christophersen's article, ‘Embracing complexity in music education' in Music Education Research.
- [RBO Youth Opera Applications Now Open](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/rbo-youth-opera-applications-now-open/) - The Royal Opera House is inviting young singers, living in and around London, to apply for their Young Voices programme and Youth Opera Company this September.
- [Manchester Sings MOBO Awards 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/manchester-sings-mobo-awards-2026/) - Schools across Manchester are giving hundreds of young people the chance to raise their voices together, in celebration of the city’s diverse music culture.
- [Music Mark 2026 Spring Summit in Review](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-2026-spring-summit-in-review/) - A review of Music Mark's 2026 Spring Summit, written by placement student Orla Deegan, outlining key sessions and discussions
- [The National Centre - Funding and Ambition Gap](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-national-centre-funding-and-ambition-gap/) - Music Mark's CEO, Bridget Whyte, highlights funding gaps for the new National Centre, stressing the need for increased investment to support arts in schools.
- [Music Mark: Summer Programme 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-summer-programme-2026/) - To launch Music Mark’s Summer 2026 programme, this blog outlines events, peer groups, and training opportunities for music educators, including key dates.
- [English Music Education: From Access to Quality](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/english-music-education-from-access-to-quality/) - Steven Greenall, trustee of Music Mark and CEO of pBone Music, reflects on Music Education in England, including how we define high-quality music education.
- [Chetham's New 'Sign, Sing, Share' Framework](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/chethams-new-sign-sing-share-framework/) - Chetham’s School of Music in Manchester has launched 'Sign, Sing, Share', a new framework for musicianship developed with musical polymath Dr Jonathan James.
- [Schools White Paper: Impact on Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-white-paper-feb-2026/) - Music Mark's Schools Manager, Abi, shares insights on opportunities and challenges for music education, following the School's White Paper published in Feb 2026
- [Research Short: Compilation & Melodic Ideas](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-compilation-melodic-ideas/) - Kerry Bunkhall summarises Ashleigh Southam’s article on composition strategies & melodic idea generation in the International Journal of Music Education.
- [Calling for an Extension to the Music Hub Capital Grant Deadline](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/calling-for-an-extension-to-the-music-hub-capital-grant-deadline/) - We have written to Minister Gould alongside the Music Industries Association to request an extension to the deadline for spending the Music Hub Capital Grant awarded in 2023. While this funding has already enhanced access to musical learning, initial delays to the spending timetable and wider changes across the music hub programme have made it
- [Create & Sing from TVMS & RBO](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/create-sing-from-tvms-rbo/) - Tees Valley Music & RBO launch a new phase of the CPD-certified 'Create & Sing' training programme for teachers, including those with no prior opera experience.
- [An Update on Sustainability at Music Mark](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/an-update-on-sustainability-at-music-mark/) - 2 years since launching This Is Not A Rehearsal, we share an update on Music Mark's Sustainability journey so far, and plans going forward.
- [The Big Benefits of Early Years Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/big-benefits-of-ey-music/) - Explore findings from Merton Music Foundation’s Mini Musicians report about how early years music education boosts children’s skills, confidence, and learning.
- [HE Conference Programme Launch](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/he-conference-2026-programme/) - Higher Education Conference 2026: Explore our programme focused on sustainability in music education. Join leading experts, sessions, and performances!
- [T-Time - Reflections on ‘Assessment’](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-reflections-on-assessment/) - The latest updates from Music Mark's T-Time sessions for Teachers - the spring session was a chance to discuss what makes effective music assessment.
- [MPEG Announce Manifesto for Scotland](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/mpeg-announce-manifesto-for-scotland/) - The Music Education Partnership Group (MPEG) has published the Music Manifesto for Scotland, designed to shape the future of music education across the country.
- [Interim Review of Hubs & Services - A Summary](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/interim-review-of-hubs-services-a-summary/) - The UK government's March 2024 Music Hubs Evaluation Interim Report covers Music Hubs' role in music education—see Music Mark's summary.
- [Bridget's Blog: Education in Focus](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-education-in-focus/) - Bridget reflects on the potential impact of upcoming elections, the future of music education in Wales and Scotland and why it is vital for cultural identity.
- [Priorities for Climate Education Reform](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/climate-education-reform/) - A new report by the University of Reading highlights that schools need support to drive progress in the classroom and empower students for a sustainable future.
- [Securing Welsh Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/securing-welsh-music-education/) - Ahead of the Welsh election in May, we have created a focused set of priorities for the new Welsh Government’s agenda, so music education remains a priority.
- [Safeguarding and Wellbeing in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/safeguarding-and-wellbeing-in-music-education/) - The Musicians' Union (MU) 'Experience of Harm and Risk in Music Guide', explores the potential challenges and risks that can arise within music settings.
- [Celebrating 10 Years of the NYFE](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebrating-10-years-of-nyfe/) - Celebrating 10 years of the NYFE, raising the profile of folk music & providing real-world experience to young musicians & music educators.
- [How the Arts Power a Healthier Wales](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-the-arts-power-a-healthier-wales/) - A summary of an Arts Council Wales report, providing economic evidence of how participation in the arts supports health, wellbeing and public services in Wales.
- [What do Ofsted want from Music Assessment?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-assessment-strategies-for-ofsted/) - Chris Stevens and James Manwaring discuss Ofsted expectations and how to build outstanding music curricula assessment at the Music Mark Conference 2025.
- [National Centre for Music & Arts: Tender Update](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/national-centre-for-music-arts-tender-update/) - The DfE has released an update on the upcoming tender process for the National Centre for Music & Arts Education, providing new insights into the Centre’s role.
- [Big Meet: Securing Music Education in Wales](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/big-meet-securing-music-education-in-wales/) - Discover why music education matters in Wales, its lifelong benefits, and how you can help shape the future of music provision for every young person.
- [Supporting Music at Higher Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-music-at-higher-education/) - It has been a year since Music Mark welcomed MusicHE into our membership and it has certainly been a busy one. Adding Higher Education to the Music Mark remit has provided us with a 360-degree view of music education and helps us identify how we can continue to support, connect and inspire. Here’s what we’ve
- [BBC Launches 'Get Singing' for 11-14 Year Olds](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bbc-launches-get-singing-for-11-14-year-olds/) - The BBC has launched its 'Get Singing' initiative, providing engaging teaching resources to encourage collective singing among 11–14-year-olds across the UK.
- [Frederick Hyde New Distributor of Boomwhackers®](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/frederick-hyde-new-distributor-of-boomwhackers/) - Frederick Hyde Music Distribution is excited to become the exclusive distributor of Boomwhackers® in the United Kingdom and Ireland, starting February 2026.
- [Remembering Nathaniel Dye (1985–2026)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/remembering-nathaniel-dye/) - Music Mark remembers the life and contribution of one of its Champions, Nathaniel Dye MBE, who sadly passed away on 29th January 2026.
- [Leicestershire Celebrates Great Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/leicestershire-celebrates-great-music-education/) - Leicestershire Music announces concert to showcase young talent and highlight the importance of accessible music education for youth across Leicester and the UK
- [NCO Appoints New Chair of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nco-appoints-new-chair-of-trustees/) - The National Children's Orchestra (NCO), has announced the appointment of a new Chair as part of its ongoing mission to nurture young musical talent.
- [Bridget's Blog: Curiously Great Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-curiously-great-music-education/) - Music Mark CEO Bridget Whyte reflects on curiosity, leadership, and lifelong learning, and how curiosity strengthens music education for all.
- [Research Short: Trauma-Informed Positive Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-trauma-informed-positive-music-education/) - Music Mark's Kerry Bunkhall summarises Dr Jason Goopy's article “Young people healing and growing in trauma-informed positive music education'.
- [Bridget Whyte, CEO, Announces resignation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridget-whyte-ceo-announces-resignation/) - Bridget Whyte has today announced that she will be stepping down from her role as Chief Executive Officer following nearly nine years of service to Music Mark.
- [How to Inspire Children with Sustainable Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inspire-children-with-sustainable-music/) - Find out how three music organisations have taken different approaches to embed sustainability into their work from our sustainability report.
- [How to Engage Children in Sustainability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/creatively-engaging-children-in-sustainability/) - Find out how Portsmouth Music Service has embedded sustainability into its work from our sustainability report.
- [Sheffield Music Hub's Free 'Learn to Play Day'](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sheffield-music-hub-learn-to-play-2025/) - Sheffield Music Hub's 'Learn to Play 2025' Taster Day offered children & young people an accessible opportunity to try music through taster sessions & lessons.
- [Embedding sustainability into music organisations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/embedding-sustainability-into-music-organisations/) - Find out how three music organisations have taken different approaches to embed sustainability into their work from our sustainability report.
- [Bridget's Blog: Reflecting at the Start of 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-refelcting-start-2026/) - Bridget summarises some upcoming announcements that will affect the music education sector and reflects on how Music Mark will be ready to respond.
- [Research Shorts: Choral Participation for Human Flourishing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-choral-participation-for-human-flourishing/) - This week, I spoke with Prof. Simone Krüger Bridge about her recent project entitled ‘Choral Participation for Human Flourishing: Evaluating the Impact of a Cathedral School’s Singing Programme’. This research explores how primary school children taking part in a Cathedral School’s singing programme reflect on what they learn, how they feel and why singing matters,
- [Call For Papers: Higher Education Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/call-for-papers-higher-education-conference/) - When MusicHE was disbanded in October 2024, Music Mark took on responsibility for Higher Education members as a Subject Association for all stages of music education across the UK. One of our primary ambitions is to connect universities and conservatoires to the prior stages of music education through reinforcing the infrastructure necessary to improve progression routes into HE. Higher Education
- [Research Shorts: Musical Development and Social Inclusion in Small-Group Instrumental Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-development-and-social-inclusion-in-small-group-instrumental-teaching/) - This week, I spoke with Dr Ida Knutsson about her article ‘The relationship between musical development and social inclusion in small-group instrumental teaching’ in Music Education Research (available here). In her research, Ida investigated group teaching in the Swedish Art and Music Schools (SAMS), a publicly funded and heavily subsidised extra-curricular activity. 'Group teaching' is
- [Celebrating Pupil and Parent Music Clubs at Westgate Hill Primary](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebrating-pupil-and-parent-music-clubs-at-westgate-hill-primary/) - Westgate Hill Primary School in Newcastle Upon Tyne is a vibrant, inclusive, family-orientated school with a strong community ethos. The pupil and parent groups have struck a joyful chord with its after-school Djembe and Ukulele clubs, bringing pupils, parents, and teachers together through the universal language of music. Delivered by the talented music tutors of
- [Bridget's Blog: A New Year In December](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-a-new-year-in-december/) - Is the year almost over, or just getting started? I do wonder . . . for Music Mark this December actually feels like New Year! I always marvel at our ability in the education sector to view the year in three ways. There is of course the calendar year – we’re almost done with this
- [Cardiff University's Outreach Scheme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/cardiff-universitys-outreach-scheme/) - How Cardiff University’s Outreach Scheme Impacts Students of All Ages ‘The Paul Robeson Ambassadorship Scheme’ provides opportunities for music undergraduates at Cardiff University, funded by the Paul Robeson Wales Trust, to undertake widening participation and outreach activities. We spoke to Dr Cameron Gardner, a Senior Lecturer in Music and Lead for Music Education and Outreach
- [Discover our Training & Events for Spring 2026](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/discover-our-training-events-for-spring-2026/) - Join us in Spring 2026 for our exciting programme of training and events! With sessions designed for professionals in leadership roles, supporting roles, and teachers, there are plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and how you support and work with young people. Read on to discover our training and events for the upcoming spring
- [Research Shorts: How Digital Technologies Can Shape Instrumental and Vocal Lessons](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-how-digital-technologies-can-shape-instrumental-and-vocal-lessons/) - This week, I am speaking to Helen Hines about her doctoral project ‘Investigating how digital technologies shape teaching and learning in instrumental and vocal lessons’ at University of Edinburgh. Her research explores how instrumental and vocal teachers in the UK are using digital technologies in lessons, and what this means for teaching practices, relationships, and
- [Inclusive Music Making Made Easier with Launch of New Guide](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inclusive-music-making-made-easier-with-launch-of-new-guide/) - Disabled musicians will find it easier than ever to find and fund the right adaptive musical instruments or equipment, thanks to a new downloadable resource.
- [Tiny Voices Case Study ](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/tiny-voices-case-study/) - Tiny Voices, a collaborative project between Trafford Music Service and SpeechWise, was developed to enhance speech, language, and communication skills in babies and toddlers through music. We spoke to Laura McCandless and Jenny Davies, leaders of the project, to find out more. How it started My name is Laura McCandless, and I am a
- [The 2025 Music Mark Awards Winners!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-2025-music-mark-awards-winners/) - Discover the winners of the 2025 Music Mark Awards, spotlighting work on inclusivity, sustainability, innovation and more across the music education sector.
- [A letter to the University of Nottingham](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-university-of-nottingham/) - In response to the University of Nottingham’s proposal to suspend all four of its music programmes, Music Mark has written to the University to express our concern and urge reconsideration. As a UK subject association for music, we are committed to championing the value and importance of music education at every level. With our annual
- [Voice for Youth - Shaping the Future of Music Education in Sheffield](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/voice-for-youth-shaping-the-future-of-music-education-in-sheffield/) - Voice for Youth is a youth-led programme organised by Sheffield Music Hub, giving young people a platform to tell us what they want from music education
- [Reflections on the Ofsted Update – Issue 3](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/reflections-on-the-ofsted-update-issue-3/) - This is the third issue in a series of three summarising the key messages Chris shared and answering your questions from the Ofsted Update on music in schools.
- [Research Shorts: Learning and Participation Managers in Orchestras](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-learning-and-participation-managers-in-orchestras/) - Dr Axel Petri-Preis tells us about his research focusing on learning and participation managers in orchestras’ beliefs, obstacles, and strategies.
- [How music education organisations can reduce travel emissions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-music-education-organisations-can-reduce-travel-emissions/) - Learn how Leicestershire Music’s music technology delivery model and Waltham Forest Music Service’s zero-emission delivery service reduce travel emissions.
- [How can Making Music groups work with music educators?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-can-making-music-groups-work-with-music-educators/) - We spoke to Barbara Eifler to learn more about Making Music, the UK association for leisure-time music, and how you can find groups in your area.
- [The Music Mark Awards 2025 Shortlist](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-music-mark-awards-2025-shortlist/) - We're excited to bring you the 2025 Music Mark Awards shortlist, which highlights the fantastic work taking place in music education across the UK.
- [Reflections on the Ofsted Update - Issue 2](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/reflections-on-the-ofsted-update-issue-2/) - This is the second in a series of three articles summarising the key messages from our Ofsted update and answering your questions relating to music education.
- [Announcing Music Mark’s New Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/announcing-music-marks-new-trustees/) - Congratulations to our new trustees, Philip Flood and John Callister, who were elected to the Board at our Annual General Meeting today.
- [Curriculum & Assessment Review: Music Mark Summary](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/curriculum-assessment-review-music-mark-summary/) - Music Mark responds to the Department for Education's final report for the Curriculum and Assessment Review, valuing the place of music in the report.
- [What is the Prime Minister saying about music education?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-is-the-prime-minister-saying-about-music-education/) - On Sunday 26th October, Sir Keir Starmer took to the airwaves with Michael Berkeley on BBC Radio 3’s Private Passions. What did he say about music education?
- [Bridget's Blog: Anyone got a time machine?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-anyone-got-a-time-machine/) - Bridget summarises some of the upcoming announcements that will affect the music education sector, and reflects on how Music Mark will be ready to respond.
- [How Langley Academy Primary Embeds Music in School Life](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-langley-academy-primary-embeds-music-in-school-life/) - We heard from Langley Academy Primary, who were invited to receive the Music Mark of Recognition for Ambition and Quality by Slough Music Service.
- [Reflections on the Ofsted Update - Issue 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/reflections-on-the-ofsted-update-issue-1/) - Last week, we welcomed HMI Christopher Stevens to present an Ofsted update on music. This article will summarise the key messages and answer your questions.
- [Research Shorts: Young Men, Music and Mental Health](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-young-men-music-and-mental-health/) - We hear about Alex Theophilus' doctoral project, 'Young men and their use of music in coastal areas: The motivators for engagement and effects on wellbeing’.'
- [What do Ambition & Quality mean to composers?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-do-ambition-quality-mean-to-composers/) - Michael Price, Aileen Sweeney and James B Wilson tell us how their work as composers links to music education, and their thoughts on Ambition and Quality.
- [Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/post-16-education-and-skills-white-paper/) - Music Mark responds to the UK’s post-16 education white paper, raising concerns over creative subject priorities and funding clarity.
- [Initial Teacher Training Bursary: Letter to the Secretary of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/initial-teacher-training-bursary-letter-to-the-secretary-of-state-for-education/) - The music subject associations have written to the Secretary of State to challenge the decision to withdraw the bursary available for music teacher training.
- [T-Time: Musical Opportunities and Extra-Curricular Provision](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-musical-opportunities-and-extra-curricular-provision/) - Facilitated by Music Mark’s School Manager Abi Marrison, T-Time is a shorthand for ‘Music Teachers Time to Talk Termly on Topics and Themes!'
- [Music Mark Chair Wins Classic FM’s Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-chair-wins-classic-fms-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Congratulations to Peter Smalley, Chair of Music Mark’s Board, on winning the Lifetime Achievement Award at Classic FM's 2025 Music Teacher of the Year Awards!
- [Research Short: Melodic Minds and Rhythm Sticks](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-melodic-minds-and-rhythm-sticks/) - Nathaniel Ford-Francis tell us about his doctoral project ‘Melodic minds and rhythm sticks: the stories of disabled musicians’.
- [What’s coming up for schools at Music Mark?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-coming-up-for-schools-at-music-mark/) - We’re excited to continually develop and expand our offerings for schools here at Music Mark. So, what events and resources do we have available to schools?
- [Initial Teacher Training Bursary for Music Cut](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/initial-teacher-training-bursary-for-music-cut/) - Music Mark is disappointed to learn that the government have withdrawn the provision of a bursary payment for those training to be a music teacher from the 2026/27 academic year. This reverses a decision made just a few years ago to offer a £10,000 bursary from 2023/24 onwards. Whilst significantly smaller in value than some
- [Bridget's Blog: The Labour Party Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-the-labour-party-conference/) - Bridget Whyte reflects on attending this year's Labour Party Conference and how we can work with parliamentarians to advocate for music education.
- [Ambition and Quality in Music Education: A Conversation for Everyone](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ambition-and-quality-in-music-education-a-conversation-for-everyone/) - Michelle James, Co-Chair of the Music Education Council, tells us more about what we can expect from their panel session at the Music Mark Conference.
- [New White Paper Highlights the Indispensible Role of Soft Skills in the Future of Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-white-paper-highlights-the-indispensible-role-of-soft-skills-in-the-future-of-education/) - Music Mark Member SoMi Academy shares news of their newly published white paper, which highlights the importance of soft skills in education and the workplace.
- [Research Short: Women Transforming Classical Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-women-transforming-classical-music/) - Kerry Bunkhall speaks with Laura Hamer about her new free, online, 6-hour course, produced by The Open University, Women Transforming Classical Music.
- [How to adapt music-making for Autism Resource Bases](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-to-adapt-music-making-for-autism-resource-bases/) - With the 2025 Music Mark Annual Conference quickly approaching, Alex Lupo and Beth Pickard told us more about what you can expect from their session
- [Introducing TryBooking: The go-to ticketing platform for schools and music services](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-trybooking-the-go-to-ticketing-platform-for-schools-and-music-services/) - Trybooking is an event ticketing platform that can support your music service, school, or organisation as you organise concerts and other events!
- [Connecting Parliamentarians with their Local Music Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/connecting-parliamentarians-with-their-local-music-hubs/) - On Monday 15th September, over 40 Music Hub Leaders descended on parliament at the invitation of Anna Sabine, MP who is the Vice Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Music Education. When Anna found out about the work of her local Music Hub earlier in 2025, she had a revelation that many
- [Introducing the Music Mark of Recognition for Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-the-music-mark-of-recognition-for-schools/) - Music Mark is excited to launch the Music Mark of Recognition for Schools: a way for schools to receive recognition from their local music service.
- [Bridget's Blog: Talking, Teaching, and Tea!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-talking-teaching-and-tea/) - Bridget Whyte, Music Mark CEO, shares some of her session highlights from the upcoming 2025 annual conference programme focusing on Ambition and Quality.
- [Our 2025 Annual Conference Programme is now live!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/our-2025-annual-conference-programme-is-now-live/) - We are excited to share the 2025 Annual Conference programme, this year focusing on Ambition and Quality in music education.
- [North-East Music Hubs Launch First-Ever Big Orchestral Play Day for Young Musicians](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/north-east-music-hubs-launch-first-ever-big-orchestral-play-day-for-young-musicians/) - North-East Music Hubs share news of their upcoming Orchestral Play Day for young musicians to play in a large-scale orchestra.
- [Equitable Access to Music Education: A Letter to the Department for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/equitable-access-to-music-education-a-letter-to-the-department-for-education/) - We wrote a letter to the Department for Education about the standstill national funding announced for the Music Hub programme in England, and to share the challenges this poses for some local areas in which this has caused a decrease in funding. The lack of funding means that music education is not available to all
- [Creatives come together to advocate for Cultural and Creative Industries at Labour Party Conference 2025](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/creatives-come-together-to-advocate-for-cultural-and-creative-industries-at-labour-party-conference-2025/) - Bridget Whyte will be speaking at the Labour Party Conference this September to advocate for music education at the Cultural and Creative Industries Pavilion.
- [Meet Nathaniel Dye, our new Music Mark Champion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-nathaniel-dye-our-new-music-mark-champion/) - We are pleased to welcome musician and music teacher Nathaniel Dye as our new Music Mark Champion. Nathaniel shares his journey and passion for music education.
- [Bridget's Blog: 9 Years of Music Mark Conferences](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-9-years-of-music-mark-conferences/) - Bridget reflects on the last 9 years of Music Mark conferences since she was appointed as CEO, and looks ahead to the 2025 conference.
- [Waltham Forest Pupils Celebrate 150 Years of Bizet’s Carmen with Unique Production](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/waltham-forest-pupils-celebrate-150-years-of-bizets-carmen-with-unique-production/) - Waltham Forest Music Service tell us about their recent production of Carmen at Big Penny Social in partnership with the Royal Ballet and Opera.
- [New ABRSM Woodwind Syllabuses celebrate music from across the globe](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-abrsm-woodwind-syllabuses-celebrate-music-from-across-the-globe/) - ABRSM announce their new genre-busting Woodwind Syllabus launching this month, with over 400 pieces making these their most diverse syllabuses yet.
- [T-Time: Advocating to Senior Leaders](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-advocating-to-senior-leaders/) - In our most recent T-Time, we heard from two senior leaders from schools to provide their perspectives on music in the curriculum.
- [Roaring Ovation as Tees Valley Youth Orchestra Triumphs with Shostakovich’s “Leningrad” Symphony at The Glasshouse](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/roaring-ovation-as-tees-valley-youth-orchestra-triumphs-with-shostakovichs-leningrad-symphony-at-the-glasshouse/) - Tees Valley Music Service share the success of their Youth Orchestra's recent performance of Shostakovich's "Leningrad" Symphony.
- [Castle Rock School launch Year 7 Instrumental Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/castle-rock-school-launch-year-7-instrumental-programme/) - The Castle Rock School has launched a new music initiative giving Year 7 students the opportunity to learn either a violin or woodwind instrument.
- [Sneak peek: What to expect from our 2025 Annual Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sneak-peek-what-to-expect-from-our-2025-annual-conference/) - Tickets are selling fast for our 2025 Annual Conference. You’ll have to wait until autumn to see the full programme, but here’s a sneak peek!
- [Bridget's Blog: Sustainability in the sector](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-sustainability-in-the-sector/) - Bridget shares her thoughts on next steps for Music Mark and the music education sector to become more sustainable, in response to a new report from UCL.
- [Environmental sustainability practices in Music Hubs & Services](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/environmental-sustainability-practices-in-music-hubs-services/) - In response to the climate crisis and a growing need for sustainable practices in music education, Music Mark commissioned a research project to assess environmental sustainability within UK music services, education hubs and partner organisations. Conducted by UCL’s Department of Culture, Communication and Media, the study aimed to map current practices, identify barriers, and highlight
- [Research Shorts: Musical Vulnerability in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-vulnerability-in-music-education/) - Elizabeth MacGregor tells us about her recent book, Musical vulnerability: Receptivity, susceptibility, and care in the music classroom (Routledge, 2025).
- [Our work with Higher Education and Cardiff University](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/our-work-with-higher-education-and-cardiff-university/) - Music Mark supports music in higher education, reflecting on Cardiff’s music school campaign and the wider need to protect university music departments.
- [The closure of Oxford Brookes' music department](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-closure-of-oxford-brookes-music-department/) - We are extremely concerned to read of the proposed closure, in 2026, of the music programme at Oxford Brookes University, and the immediate suspension of its degrees to recruitment. This highly respected and valued department has supported and trained many key musicians and musicologists throughout its 44-year history as well as teachers, practitioners, and
- [The proposed closure of Cardiff University's School of Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-proposed-closure-of-cardiff-universitys-school-of-music/) - The UK Association for Music Education, Music Mark, is alarmed to hear the news that Cardiff University has today announced the start of a consultation whose proposals, if realised, would include the ultimate closure of their School of Music by 2029/30. The news, shared with the staff team and confirmed with the BBC yesterday –
- [Research Shorts: Advancing Excellence in Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-advancing-excellence-in-teaching/) - Dr Lilian Simones shares her work in developing a new model called Echoes for Excellence, an approach to reflective practice to support music teachers.
- [Submit your nominations for the 2025 Music Mark Awards!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/submit-your-nominations-for-the-2025-music-mark-awards/) - Nominations are now open for the 2025 Music Mark Awards, which will once again take place at our Annual Conference in Nottingham on the 17 – 18 November 2025.
- [10 Tips to Improve Your Digital Sustainability](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/10-tips-to-improve-your-digital-sustainability/) - In an increasingly digital world, our devices and online activity are having a much bigger impact than you might have realised.
- [Update for the Music Mark Membership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/update-for-the-music-mark-membership/) - Your Music Mark team is working hard over the summer to get answers and help for you. Conversations with Arts Council England, the Department of Education and our members and partners across the sector are all ongoing, with the aim of achieving some certainty. Here are the main areas we’re working on: Hubs (including LA
- [Trinity College London announce the launch of their biggest ever Piano syllabus](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/trinity-college-london-announce-the-launch-of-their-biggest-ever-piano-syllabus/) - Trinity College London has announced the launch of its Piano Syllabus 2021-2023 on 4 August 2020. With more repertoire than ever before and featuring brand new pieces from winners of our Young Composer’s Competition, this marks a major development in their Piano provision. Extensive repertoire Candidates can choose from their largest syllabus list to date,
- [10 Things Schools Should Know About Music: #10 Music Builds Life Skills](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/10-things-schools-should-know-about-music-10-music-builds-life-skills/) - “I absolutely cannot stress enough how important music (and the arts) are in schools. It gives the opportunity to create and massively builds confidence and teamwork / social skills.” “Music made me want to go to school because it has the unique ability to bring people together.” “Music education has been the backbone and the
- [Improvising on a Theme: The story of the Birmingham Music Service New Book by Cormac Loane](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/improvising-on-a-theme-the-story-of-the-birmingham-music-service-new-book-by-cormac-loane/) - This book tells the story of the development of the Birmingham Music Service over the 29 years that I worked for the organization, as well as its earlier and more recent history. The book also explores the possible future of English music services within a political and educational landscape that has changed beyond recognition in
- [ABRSM Performance Grades](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/abrsm-performance-grades/) - ABRSM’s Performance Grades are a new remotely-assessed exam that is all about performance. They are an exciting addition to ABRSM’s trusted pathways of regulated assessments and have been designed to complement ABRSM’s existing Practical Grades. Why take a Performance Grade? They are flexible and accessible. Create your own performance in your home or elsewhere,
- [A letter to Welsh Minister for Education Kirsty Williams](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-welsh-minister-for-education-kirsty-williams-ms/) - Music Mark, Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Tŷ Cerrd and Anthem have today written to Welsh Minister for Education Kirsty Williams on behalf of the music education providers in Wales calling for public support of Music as an indispensable subject on the curriculum. Read the letter in full here. Available in Welsh here. “Urgent action is required to save the music education services across the country
- [Music Mark, ISM and MTA send Letter to the Secretary of State for Education asking for Music Education Support](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/letter-to-the-secretary-of-state-for-education-asks-for-music-education-support/) - Following conversations with many of its members, Music Mark has sent a letter in partnership with the Incorporated Society of Musicians and The Music Teachers Association to the English Secretary of State for Education, Gavin Williamson, asking for increased support for music education as he and his department consider their response to the Comprehensive Spending
- [Schools Minister Nick Gibb responds to Music Mark and confirms ‘vital role’ of Music Education Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-minister-nick-gibb-responds-to-music-mark-and-confirms-vital-role-of-music-education-hubs/) - In July we wrote to the Department for Education to ask about how they would support music education organisations during this difficult time. You can read the letter here. It has taken a while to receive a response but on Friday we received a letter from the Minister for Schools, Nick Gibb. Whilst his response
- [Department for Education release new guidance document for schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/department-for-education-release-new-guidance-document-for-schools/) - The Department for Education have today released a new document called ‘Restricting attendance during the national lockdown: schools Guidance for all schools in England’. Publication of this document replaces the previous ‘Guidance for full opening’ document issued for schools and outlines how, with measures in place to reduce the risk of infection, schools should continue
- [Music copyright made simple](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-copyright-made-simple/) - When the pandemic forced much of the world into lockdown early last year, there were many repercussions for music-making, and with it, the licensing of printed music. With almost all musical activities moving online since March, teachers, ensembles, and musicians have been faced with the challenge of sharing pieces digitally, making copies of physical scores,
- [Hal Leonard Europe Announces Appointment of  External Advisory Group to Focus on  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/hal-leonard-europe-announces-appointment-of-external-advisory-group-to-focus-on-equality-diversity-and-inclusion/) - Leading music publisher Hal Leonard Europe (HLE) has announced the appointment of a group of external advisors to work with the company, with a particular focus on initiatives around Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. The advisors are all exceptional individuals with expertise and experience in social justice activism, music creation, music education and the music industry,
- [Music Mark Membership Survey 2021](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-membership-survey-2021/) - Our 2021 Membership Survey has now closed but if you have any feedback you would like to share, please do get in touch. We are pleased to launch our Annual Membership Survey for 2021 and would like to invite as many of our members as possible to participate. Each year, your survey responses can help
- [Music Mark partners with Arts Council England to support the future of Music Education Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-partners-with-arts-council-england-to-support-the-future-of-music-education-hubs/) - Music Mark has been working in partnership with Arts Council England (ACE) for a number of years to provide training and resources as part of the Hub Support Programme and in 2019/20 carried out an evaluation of the programme to date. We are therefore delighted to be continuing our partnership as part of an enhanced programme
- [The next step needs to be action: Music Mark publishes Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion report by Researcher and Advisor, Samantha Spence](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-next-step-needs-to-be-action-music-mark-publishes-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-report-by-researcher-and-advisor-samantha-spence/) - Following 7 months of research, Music Mark has published an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion report by Researcher and Advisor, Samantha Spence, exploring how Music Education Hubs can instigate real change within their workforce. Read the full report. In 2020, in response to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests and the public discourse surrounding it, a
- [Learn to Play returns with Music for All](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/learn-to-play-returns-with-music-for-all/) - The charity Music for All is pleased to announce the return of Learn to Play on 25 and 26 September 2021. Postponed in 2020 and moved from its usual March date due to the pandemic, Learn to Play ’21 will return as both a physical and online event. Aimed at new and lapsed music makers,
- [Music Mark Autumn Events 2021](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-autumn-events-2021/) - As we begin a new academic year, we’ve shared some of our events we are looking forward to this Autumn term, from CPD sessions to member meetings and webinars. Add these dates to your diary and follow the links to book your place. Music Mark Member Webinars & CPD 7 September 2021 | Music Mark Autumn
- [Teesside Schools Sing for their Summer!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teesside-schools-sing-for-their-summer/) - Young people from across the Tees Valley are invited to come together to perform in the Snappy Summer Festival 2021 – an interactive singing concert organised by Tees Valley Music Service (TVMS). Their fourth and largest virtual "big sing" event since lockdowns began in 2020, this uplifting online performance takes place on Thursday 15th July at 9am and repeats
- [Youth Voice in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/youth-voice-in-music-education/) - As we build back after pandemic restrictions have eased, striving to incorporate the voices of young people in our decision-making is more important than ever. Most of the organisations within the music education sector exist to enrich the lives of young people, but are they involving those same young people in shaping how they work?
- [Bridget's Blog: See you at the Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-see-you-at-the-conference/) - Almost every day I seem to be doing something which seems a little odd or quite novel now but was so normal two years ago! A face-to-face training course, meeting a colleague in a coffee shop to catch up, hiring a venue for a board meeting, going to a live gig, and last week the
- [Bridget's Blog: All the Hall's a Stage](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog/) - Music Mark CEO Bridget Whyte reflects on her evening at the Royal Albert Hall for Music for Youth's REMIX Prom, All the Hall's A Stage, and the impact when youth voice is embedded thoroughly and authentically into music education events. Last week I had the privilege of attending the Music For Youth REMIX Prom at the Royal
- [Bridget Whyte delivers Westminster Forum keynote speech](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridget-whyte-delivers-westminster-forum-keynote-speech/) - This morning, 10th November 2021, CEO of Music Mark Bridget Whyte gave her keynote speech at the Westminster Education Forum, dedicated to exploring the next steps for music education in England and implementing the new curriculum. Opening the online conference, Bridget discussed the immediate priorities for Music Education and the National Plan for music education
- [Arts Council England Highlights Need To Improve Access To  Classical Music For All](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/arts-council-england-highlights-need-to-improve-access-to-classical-music-for-all/) - Arts Council England is launching a major multi-year programme to unlock musical talent in communities across England. The Fair and Inclusive Classical Music project will work with orchestras, music educators, broadcasters, and record labels to help classical music grow over the next decade. In doing so, we believe that the entire music sector will be
- [Bridget’s Blog: Every day’s a school day](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-every-days-a-school-day/) - I don’t remember who said it to me first, but ever since they did, I have loved the phrase ‘every day’s a school day’. My days at school are long gone, but I’m still learning something every day! Whether it’s a lesson in English (‘nascent’ was a new word for me last week), Geography (I’ve
- [ORA Singers looking for passion and potential in third Composer Competition & Mentoring Scheme for state-school students](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ora-singers-looking-for-passion-and-potential-in-third-composer-competition-mentoring-scheme-for-state-school-students/) - The award-winning ensemble, ORA Singers, announces its 2022 ORA Singers Composer Competition with applications now open! The trail-blazing choral group, which has commissioned 50 new works in the last five years, is now returning its attention to state-sector secondary school students, with the third in its successful series of Composer Competition and Mentoring Schemes. Building
- [Bridget's Blog: book a one-to-one with our consultants](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-book-a-one-to-one-with-our-consultants/) - In a world where Zoom and Teams are now a part of life, there's often an impulse to make every conversation that isn't an email a video call meeting, with a schedule and agenda. But as useful as these are, Bridget reflects on the value of the humble phone call and why working through a problem could be just
- [Bridget's Blog: Supporting Music Teachers and Music Hub staff at a Critical Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgetsblog_supporting-music-teachers-and-music-hub-staff-at-a-critical-time/) - Your teaching and wider staff teams are invited to sign up for Music Mark membership free of charge, as part of your existing membership package. Sitting in a meeting of heads of music services in Scotland last week I found it interesting to hear them talk about some of the concerns I am hearing from
- [Good Vibrations: A Musical initiative supporting young people in Hampshire](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/good-vibrations-a-musical-initiative-supporting-young-people-in-hampshire/) - Music can be an important intervention for young people struggling with social interactions and communication at school. Good Vibrations, a project developed by Hampshire Music Service, works by pairing a skilled music teacher with a school. Over 10 weeks the music teacher empowers students to create their own music and provides professional development to a
- [West Cheshire Schools join the prestigious Manchester Camerata Orchestra for a celebratory concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/west-cheshire-schools-join-the-prestigious-manchester-camerata-orchestra-for-a-celebratory-concert/) - Over 60 young people across schools in west Cheshire have enjoyed a once in a lifetime experience, watching the prestigious Manchester Camerata Orchestra perform live music they themselves have composed. Thanks to funding from Edsential and Arts Council England, the ‘Hidden Histories’ project has seen activist and musician, Lavender Rodriguez lead sessions with Year 9
- [Bridget's Blog: An Easter break of music-making](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-an-easter-break-of-music-making/) - As many colleagues head into the first week of their Easter Break (and for others they have just one more week to go!) I am reminded of the excitement of Easter as a child. Yes, there was the anticipation of getting an Easter Egg, but actually I was more excited about the residential course I
- [Introducing....A Common Approach 2022](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-a-common-approach-2022/) - When we closed the Music Mark central office in London in 2020, one of the biggest decisions was what to do with A Common Approach – at the time, a huge green folder I could hardly lift which claimed to be ‘an instrumental/vocal curriculum’. It was clear that this was a significant piece of work
- [Musicians of Change: Teacher Training With a Difference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicians-of-change-teacher-training-with-a-difference/) - Who are the Musicians of Change? Launched in 2019, the Musicians of Change (PGCEi) provided by Music Masters is a unique year-long programme for musicians committed to transforming music education. Applications are now open until 6 June. Apply here. We caught up with Katrina Damigos, Course Leader for Musicians of Change (PGCEi) and Head of
- [Bridget’s Blog: Adapting to change and putting Talk Into Action](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-adapting-to-change-and-putting-talk-into-action/) - As we enter November, the month our Talk Into Action conference series begins, Music Mark CEO Bridget Whyte considers how adapting to change has lead us to our new annual conference format and explains the postponement of our Bristol event. We’re all creatures of habit, aren’t we? I certainly always buy the same brand of
- [Research Shorts: Count Me In!: Inclusive approaches to music ensembles and performances](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-count-me-in-inclusive-approaches-to-music-ensembles-and-performances/) - Back in July, Music Mark went along to the launch of Count Me In! a new resource for inclusive music teaching at the MAC Birmingham written by Prof Adam Ockelford, Sophie Gray, Jon Cohen and Max Mai. The event showcased the book and accompanying digital resources. We got to hear more and meet the researchers.
- [Introducing our new Chair: Peter Smalley](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-our-new-chair-peter-smalley/) - We are delighted to introduce our new Chair: Peter Smalley. Peter leads Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust as its Chief Executive, and the Northamptonshire and Rutland Music Education Hub as Chief Operating Officer. Peter has been a member of the Music Mark Board for 6 years, most recently as Vice Chair to James Dickinson
- [#MusicMark10: Transformations in accessible music provision over the last 10 years](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-transformations-in-accessible-music-provision-over-the-last-10-years/) - In the next installation of our #MusicMark10 blog series, Inclusion Specialist Ben Sellers, from the MEHEM Uprising! Project, reflects on inclusivity in music education settings, sharing how things have changed over the last decade, and looking forward into the future. Ten years ago, as Music Mark was saying its first hello to the world, I
- [A Letter to the new Schools Minister](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-new-schools-minister/) - On 13th November 2023, Damian Hinds was appointed as the new Schools Minister. Last week we wrote to The Minister to offer our support in meeting the Government’s ambitions set out in the New National Plan for Music Education 2022, whilst highlighting the challenges the sector currently faces. We have enjoyed a positive relationship with
- [Research Shorts: Imagining the kind of world we wish to live in](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-imagining-the-kind-of-world-we-wish-to-live-in/) - This week I'm chatting with Dr Dave Camlin, community musician, lecturer in music education and songwriter. His new book Music Making and Civic Imagination: A Holistic Philosophy, makes the case for music making's potential, to 'be a resource for both imagining and inhabiting the kind of world we wish to live in'. The book explores music's
- [Bridget's Blog: Together, Schools and Academies #CanDoMusic](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-together-schools-and-academies-candomusic/) - This month, we are joined by Music Mark’s Schools Lead, Abi Marrison, for a special guest-written edition of Bridget’s Blog all about #CanDoMusic. Before joining Music Mark in October last year, Abi worked in primary education for 10 years, and for another eight years supporting schools to connect to the wider arts and cultural sector
- [Research Shorts: Anita Holford's commitment to music education research](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-anita-holfords-commitment-to-music-education-research/) - In this week's Research Shorts, I'm celebrating the work of Anita Holford, who has been running and sharing a library of music education research for the last ten years at Music Education Works. This is a huge achievement, and the repository of articles and information is a great resource for the sector. Anita explained to
- [An update to the Capital Grant for Musical Instruments](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/an-update-to-the-capital-grant-for-musical-instruments/) - Arts Council England and the Department for Education gave an update and Q&A on the Capital Grant for Musical Instruments.
- [Research Shorts: Launching research on environmental sustainability in UK music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-launching-research-on-environmental-sustainability-in-uk-music-education/) - This week, I’m exploring research from a slightly different perspective, the research project is live, and you still have chance to be part of it! As part of preparing for This Is Not A Rehearsal, we knew we wanted to be able to understand more about what was already happening across hubs and services, and
- [2024 Election: Labour's Pledge to Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/2024-election-labours-pledge-to-music-education/) - With the confirmation that Labour will form the next government, the music education sector looks forward to working in partnership with the new government on delivering and expanding their manifesto promise to create a National Music Education Network. At the heart of this pledge is the idea that music should be a key part of
- [Research Shorts: Using AI in contemporary composition](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-using-ai-in-contemporary-composition/) - This week I've been talking to Zakiya Leeming about her work with artificial intelligence (AI) and music, and it's great to be speaking with a composer about this. AI is a pressing issue not only for artists across all disciplines, but also for all those in arts and music education. Through Zakiya's artistic practice, composition
- [Research Shorts: Inclusive and meaningful post-school music education for learning disabled students](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-inclusive-and-meaningful-post-school-music-education-for-learning-disabled-students/) - This week I’m really excited to be sharing the emerging research project from doctoral student, Beth Black at Leeds Beckett. I was lucky enough to see Beth present their work earlier this year. So it’s been great to find out more about how the project has been going, and the important questions the work is
- [Bridget's Blog: Countdown to Conference!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-countdown-to-conference/) - Bridget Whyte, CEO, looks forward to the Music Mark Annual Conference 2024, a highlight in music education with inspiring sessions, keynotes, and connections.
- [Orchestras for All partners with global advisory firm Hakluyt](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/orchestras-for-all-partners-with-global-advisory-firm-hakluyt/) - Orchestras for All announces an exciting new partnership with leading global strategic advisory firm Hakluyt, ahead of the Big Give Christmas Challenge.
- [Research Shorts: Working Together Well - Amplifying Group Agency and Motivation in Higher Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-working-together-well-amplifying-group-agency-and-motivation-in-higher-music-education/) - Jacob Thompson-Bell shares his research exploring ‘how teachers and students can work together well, based on mutual care and collective motivation’.
- [Funding for the Music Hub Network](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/funding-for-the-music-hub-network/) - The English network of Music Hubs has today received confirmation of funding for the rest of this financial year (April 2025 to March 2026) but will have to wait a little longer to know what will be available to complete programmes of activity across this school year. Funding for Music Hubs was moved to
- [What's coming up in Music Mark's Autumn Events Programme?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-coming-up-in-music-marks-autumn-events-programme/) - Kick off the next academic year with our exciting training and events programme, designed to support your work in the music education sector.
- [West Sussex Music Makes High Profile Appointment to Board of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/west-sussex-music-makes-high-profile-appointment-to-board-of-trustees/) - West Sussex Music has made a strategic new appointment as it welcomes Dr Christina Guillaumier to its Board of Trustees. Herself a West Sussex resident, Christina has a profile which extends far beyond the county borders. She is a pianist and music historian, as well as being Head of Undergraduate Programmes at the Royal College
- [Waltham Forest Massed School Choir Performs at the Civic Carol Concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/waltham-forest-massed-school-choir-performs-at-the-civic-carol-concert/) - A massed choir of over 200 primary school children from across the borough, coordinated by Waltham Forest Music Service, sang to a packed audience at the Waltham Forest Civic Carol Concert in Walthamstow Assembly Hall on Tuesday evening, 5th December. Children from Chapel End, Mission Grove, Riverley, South Grove, St Patricks and Woodside Primaries took
- [Surrey Music Hub's Orchestra for young people with SEN/D goes international](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/surrey-music-hubs-orchestra-for-young-people-with-send-goes-international/) - Within it's first year Surrey Music Hub's Unlimited Potential (UP!) has achieved huge things including a ground breaking performance at the Royal Albert Hall in July and an international collaboration at a conference in London in June and recently a nomination for 'Best Music Initiative' by the Music Teacher Awards for Excellence. Surrey Arts, who runs
- [Royal Marines Musicians Raise the Roof with School Children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/royal-marines-musicians-royal-marines-musicians/) - Musicians from the Portsmouth based Royal Marines School of Music entertained school children with an interactive concert performed in partnership with Portsmouth Music Hub at the Kings Theatre, Southsea. The event, which took place on Wednesday 1 February, was created to motivate and inspire children in the city to get more involved in music and
- [Norfolk Makes Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/norfolk-makes-music/) - 1) Music Service Massed Bands Extravaganza: BBC Ten Pieces Showcase This was a partnership venture to combine some of Norfolk’s top wind bands and training bands in concert. The bands represented all came together for one day only, in a workshop led by the band leaders, staff from the Music
- [EMS Showreels showcasing music at primary schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ems-showreels-showcasing-music-at-primary-schools/) - Members of the Fielding Primary School community and the John Perryn Primary School community reflect on the benefits of a high quality music education and how Ealing Music Service has made available various opportunities for their pupils. 1) Showcasing music at Fielding Primary School 2) Showcasing music at John Perryn Primary School
- [Babies and Toddlers engage in a Unique Opera for Early Years](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/babies-and-toddlers-engaging-in-a-unique-opera-for-early-years/) - Over 50 Mini Musicians took part in a unique interactive live performance of Sizzle The Little Dragon on Saturday 27th March. Babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their parents and carers engaged in a morning of workshops and then participated in a concert for their family and friends at the Community Hub in Walthamstow Village. Led by
- [Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra residency at Devon Music Education Hub is huge success](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bournemouth-symphony-orchestra-residency-at-devon-music-education-hub-is-huge-success/) - Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra residency with Devon Music Education Hub – 28 January to 1 February 2019 By Lewis Gibbs, Head of Devon Music Education Hub Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra took up residency in Devon last week as they worked in partnership with Devon Music Education Hub on a series of opportunities for young people. The Bash
- [Lucy Hale appointed as inaugural Young Composer-in-Residence for Orchestras for All 2019-2020 season](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/lucy-hale-appointed-as-inaugural-young-composer-in-residence-for-orchestras-for-all-2019-2020-season/) - Orchestras for All is delighted to announce Lucy Hale has been appointed its inaugural Young Composer-in-Residence for the 2019-2020 season. Hale will work with the 100 young members of the National Orchestra for All (NOFA) to create a brand new piece of music to be premièred at the spectacular season finale concert on 9 April
- [New CEO for the Maestros](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-ceo-for-the-maestros/) - The trustees of local music education charity Berkshire Maestros are delighted to announce the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. This comes after Maestros current CEO, Lynne Ellis, is taking retirement at the end of a long and successful career in music education working across Berkshire and Hampshire. She said: “It has been an
- [Charanga supports music teachers and learners in Denmark](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/charanga-supports-music-teachers-and-learners-in-denmark/) - In June, Charanga celebrated an exciting inter-institutional partnership in Denmark. It was marked with the launch of www.charanga.dk , a new platform giving individual teachers, a school or an entire Kommune access to bespoke teaching materials in Danish. The platform includes a new course designed to help practitioners to teach the foundations of musical understanding to
- [Music Hubs Work Together, in Harmony, for Sussex Secondary Schools’ Music Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-hubs-work-together-in-harmony-for-sussex-secondary-schools-music-conference/) - Last week, the Sussex Secondary Schools’ Music Conference, a joint initiative between West Sussex Music, East Sussex Music and Brighton & Hove Music, and supported by the University of Sussex Education and Music Departments, was held in Brighton. Secondary School music teachers from across Sussex gathered for an invigorating and inspiring day of training which
- [Lewisham Music announces new CEO and Chair](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/lewisham-music-announces-new-ceo-and-chair/) - Lewisham Music is delighted to announce the appointment of Charly Richardson as its new Chief Executive. Charly takes up the post from Monday 19 August 2019 and will replace Peter Hayward who is retiring after a successful decade leading the Music Education Hub in Lewisham. We are also thrilled that Dame Joan Ruddock has agreed
- [UK 13 year-old makes history by opening the Amsterdam Open Air Festival](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/uk-13-year-old-makes-history-by-opening-the-amsterdam-open-air-festival/) - Sandro Charmers made history by opening, on the main stage, the Amsterdam Open Air Festival on 1st June. He is just 13-years old and the youngest UK DJ ever to open a festival – anywhere in the world. Sandro, a pupil at Birkdale High School near Liverpool, has been learning to DJ at school as
- [Orchestras for All welcomes Susanna Eastburn MBE as new Chair of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/orchestras-for-all-welcomes-susanna-eastburn-mbe-as-new-chair-of-trustees/) - Orchestras for All (OFA), the innovative music charity which gives 11-18 year olds with complex lives the opportunity to access the life-changing experience of ensemble music-making, has today announced Susanna Eastburn MBEas its new Chair of Trustees. Susanna is Chief Executive of Sound and Music, the national organisation for new music in the UK, a
- [Watch a worldwide community come together in song](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/watch-a-worldwide-community-come-together-in-song/) - For the tenth year running, schools all over the world joined together to celebrate our annual Sing Up Day event. On 19 March 2019, over 64.5k singers in more than 300 events across 30 countries and 10 time zones took part. Singers of all ages and abilities came together to form choirs in schools and
- [Strategic Joint Appointment Heralds New Era for Music Education in West Sussex](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/strategic-joint-appointment-heralds-new-era-for-music-education-in-west-sussex/) - West Sussex Music joins forces with The College of Richard Collyer in Horsham to announce New Director of Music role Marking the beginning of an exciting new era for music education in West Sussex, West Sussex Music has joined forces with The College of Richard Collyer in Horsham to announce the appointment of Ben Dowsett
- [Royal Greenwich Music Education Hub Conference: Advocating for Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/royal-greenwich-music-education-hub-conference-advocating-for-music/) - The annual Royal Greenwich Music Education Hub Teachers’ Conference was the best attended yet, and was hosted at the brand new Plumcroft School Campus in Woolwich Arsenal. The programme included a key-note speech by Deborah Annetts, Chief Executive of the Incorporated Society of Musicians. Deborah’s theme was advocating for music and she quoted extensively from
- [Newham’s Community Opera Goes to Town](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/newhams-community-opera-goes-to-town/) - Newham’s award-winning community opera, Full Circle, is gearing up for performances in two of London’s most famous venues. First up is a performance at the Royal Festival Hall on 23 June as a part of Southbank Centre’s Refugee Week activities. Newham Music and Counterpoints Arts ran a series of spoken word workshops in local schools
- [Six Bedford Borough schools awarded Music Mark Membership](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/six-bedford-borough-schools-awarded-music-mark-membership/) - On Thursday 21 March, six Bedford Borough schools were recognised by Bedford Music Hub for their contribution to music education when they were awarded the Music Mark Membership. At a ceremony hosted by Bedford School each school was presented their certificates by Councillor Henry Vann, portfolio holder for education. Bedford Music Hub is funded by
- [Sing Up celebrated their biggest annual event](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sing-up-celebrated-their-biggest-annual-event/) - For over a decade, on one day each year, Sing Up has invited schools from around the world to join in with Sing Up Day, an annual celebration of singing. This year, Sing Up Day took place on 13 March, with an incredible 64,000 singers from over 30 countries around the world taking part. The
- [Soundsational Performers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/soundsational-performers/) - Children and young people came together on Wednesday (13 March) at Portsmouth's Guildhall for an evening of music, drama and dance. Soundsational was a celebration of musical talent in Portsmouth and it was an opportunity for the young performers to take to the stage in front of enthusiastic audience of friends, families and members of
- [Newham’s Community Opera Wins National Award](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/newhams-community-opera-wins-national-award/) - Newham’s Community Opera - Full Circle has received the Outstanding Musical Initiative Award at the prestigious Music Teacher Awards for Excellence. The modern-day opera took its inspiration from the life of Jonathan Lofulo, a Newham resident and former child refugee who spent time in prison before earning a first-class degree in Education from the University
- [Young people to help to shape the future of music education in Lancashire](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-people-to-help-to-shape-the-future-of-music-education-in-lancashire/) - A group of young adults were invited to attend the National Music Mark conference in November 2018 to speak about their new manifesto which has been developed following new initiative by Lancashire Music Hub, working in partnership with the youth-led charity, Blaze, which set about creating Amplify – a youth music council for Lancashire. Lancashire
- [27 Nottingham City Schools receive award for commitment to music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/27-nottingham-city-schools-receive-award-for-commitment-to-music/) - Nottingham City Schools were lauded for their commitment and collaboration with Nottingham’s music hub to provide their pupils with life-changing music opportunities. Nottingham Music Service (NMS), a registered charity that provides music programmes for young people in the city, introduced the ‘Music Hub Champion’ award to recognise schools that have gone the extra mile to
- [Music education charity host celebration concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-education-charity-host-celebration-concert/) - A North Finchley music education charity celebrated its 27th year by hosting a clarinet computer concert last week. Parents, alumni, teachers, supporters, friends and students all turned up to enjoy The DaCapo Music Foundation’s annual Founder’s Day concert at Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel in Hampstead on November 22. It was held to celebrate the charity being
- [Ceilidh Week gets the city's children dancing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ceilidh-week-gets-the-citys-children-dancing/) - The Portsmouth Live Music campaign continues to go from strength to strength, and last week the campaign took to the road, visiting schools across the city to give hundreds of children and young people the opportunity to experience and enjoy music and music-making. As part of the Live Music campaign 24 primary and secondary schools
- [BBE reflect on outstanding Cheltenham membership uptake](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bbe-reflect-on-outstanding-cheltenham-membership-uptake/) - Brass Bands England ran a trade stall over the Finals weekend and spoke to everyone and anyone from across the banding world with an aim of helping their existing members to access their new services and promoting their new membership offer to the wider brass band community. Over the course of the weekend 11 new
- [Saving Our World, One Song At A Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/saving-our-world-one-song-at-a-time/) - Southsea beach had a surprise spruce up on Friday (14 September) when the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth joined hundreds of local children for a very special beach clean. The event marked the launch of Portsmouth Music Hub's 'One World' campaign. 'One World' brings together musicians, composers, performers, dancers, teachers and thousands of children in a
- [Norfolk Music Service increase numbers of Whole Class Instrumental Teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/norfolk-music-service-increase-numbers-of-whole-class-instrumental-teaching/) - Norfolk Music Service has confirmed delivery of Whole Class Instrumental Teaching to all schools within another Academies Trust in the East this year, meaning over 5,000 pupils in Norfolk are now playing a musical instrument and benefiting from high-quality music lessons led by specialist tutors. In the past year, Norfolk Music Service (the lead organisation
- [Create a Buzz! winners announced](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/create-a-buzz-winners-announced/) - Brass Bands England (BBE) and Warwick Music Group’s Create a Buzz! competition has come to an end and the ‘Pennthorpe pBuzzers’, from Pennthorpe School in West Sussex (pictured below), have come out as the victors. ‘Create a Buzz!’ Was designed by BBE and Warwick Music to encourage the start-up of more beginner brass groups by
- [Waltham Forest Pupils Raise the Roof with Music at Festival](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/waltham-forest-pupils-raise-the-roof-with-music-at-festival/) - Over 2,000 children performed at the Waltham Forest Music Festival this week (2, 3, 4 July) in six high-energy and diverse concerts held in the magnificent Walthamstow Assembly Hall. The annual festival is a celebration of the talent and enthusiasm of Waltham Forest’s young musicians and is hugely rewarding for all who attend. The concerts
- [Voices Foundation and David Ross Education Trust announced as recipients of Teacher Development Fund](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/voices-foundation-and-david-ross-education-trust-announced-as-recipients-of-teacher-development-fund/) - The Voices Foundation and the David Ross Education Trust have received a grant of £150,000 from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation (PHF) to help deliver a pioneering initiative which focuses on embedding singing as an agent for overall school improvement. The generous grant, donated by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s Teacher Development Fund, will enable the two
- [Shake It Up celebrates first ever winner at awards ceremony](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/shake-it-up-celebrates-first-ever-winner-at-awards-ceremony/) - Shake It Up, the musical arrangement competition for Schools hosted by the Schools Printed Music Licence (SPML), last week held its first annual awards ceremony. The event celebrated the success of its winner, Iain Wilkinson from Keswick School, Cumbria, along with the other shortlisted finalists. Shake It Up was launched in September 2017, inviting music
- [BBE celebrates European Youth Contest success](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bbe-celebrates-european-youth-contest-success/) - Brass Bands England (BBE) has offered its congratulations to the youth brass bands that represented England at the weekend’s European Youth Brass Band Contest in Utrecht, where Youth Brass 2000 and Wardle Academy Youth bands won the Premier and Development sections respectively. A spokesperson for BBE commented: “All three bands representing England, including defending Development
- [Music Education Solutions® turns 10 in 2018!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-education-solutions-turns-10-in-2018/) - Music Education Solutions® turns 10 years old in June 2018, and the company has a whole year’s worth of celebrations planned! Aside from their champagne birthday lunch, which is incorporated into the First Access Forum event on 8th June, they will also be offering a year-long programme of competitions, discounts, giveaways and promotions to celebrate
- [Waltham Forest and Redbridge students perform ‘Oom-pop’ classics](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/waltham-forest-and-redbridge-students-perform-oom-pop-classics/) - Students from Waltham Forest and Redbridge have been working with Oompah Brass to discover just how much fun it is to play a brass instrument and make music together in a band in a project funded by The Mayor’s Music Fund. The 200+ students came together on 21st June to play a fabulously high energy concert
- [Orchestrating a grime musical collaboration](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/orchestrating-a-grime-musical-collaboration/)
- [NMPAT is awarded £4,980 for young people's vocal project](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nmpat-is-awarded-4980-for-young-peoples-vocal-project/) - Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) have been awarded £4,980 by Northamptonshire Community Foundation through the Compton Fund for Arts Culture and Heritage Fund. NMPAT will use their funding to put on 36 vocal workshops, involving 450 young people from Northamptonshire, ages 8–12 years, who will participate in practical vocal workshops, rehearsals and performances
- [It's a record! 900 Drummers Make Drum History on BBC Music Day](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/its-a-record-900-drummers-make-drum-history-on-bbc-music-day/) - Hundreds of school children from schools across Portsmouth descended on Guildhall Square to smash a Guinness World Records® Record for the largest Djembe Drum Ensemble. 900 infant, junior and secondary school pupils showed off their musical talents as they took part in the challenge for BBC Music Day. Organised and inspired by Portsmouth Music Hub
- [Early Years Music – mapping and consultation in Wiltshire](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/early-years-music-mapping-and-consultation-in-wiltshire/) - Music Mark member Nell Farrally (freelance evaluator, researcher and early years music specialist) was commissioned by Wiltshire Music Connect MEH to do a mapping and consultation about early years music making in the county. The report is a first step to identifying different types of current provision, issues and priorities for music specialists and settings,
- [York Music Centre - String Quartet perform at Principal York Hotel](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/york-music-centre-string-quartet-perform-at-principal-york-hotel/) - https://twitter.com/YorkMusicCentre/status/866598188987404288
- [Cornwall Concerts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/cornwall-concerts/) - Hub Sounds 2017! On 24th April 340 young people performed in the Hub’s annual showcase, Hub Sounds. These young people represented 16 different schools, 6 ensembles and 2 colleges. The performances ranged from classical piano solos to disco bands. For the first time, we were able to welcome on stage performances by two new ensembles
- [Tri-Music Together: an Early Years workforce development project](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/tri-music-together-an-early-years-workforce-development-project/) - The Tri-borough Music Hub in London is leading a collaborative project to improve music-making provision for children aged 0-5. Tri-Music Together is offering training opportunities for teachers and music leaders working in Early Years settings (nursery schools; children’s centres; private, voluntary and independent nurseries) across the boroughs of Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea, and
- [BYMT launch 'Band on the Run' documentary](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bymt-launch-band-on-the-run-documentary/) - Bromley Youth Music Trust (BYMT) launch documentary celebrating their curated 'Band on the Run' project to inspire, action and sustain children's musical learning. Supported by the Mayor's Music Fund and in partnership with Symphonic Band of London, BYMT developed an intensive project to enable primary aged children to learn clarinets, flutes, saxophones, trumpets and trombones over ten weeks and come
- [Celebration of Schools' Music 2017](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebration-of-schools-music-2017/) - Celebration at 30! A long-standing partnership between Snape Maltings and Suffolk County Music Service, Celebration provides Suffolk schools with the opportunity to participate together in music at the world-famous Snape Maltings Concert Hall. The latest celebration at Snape Maltings took place between 7th- 11th March 2017. For more information please see link here.
- [Folkestone Music Lab to Launch for 12-19 year olds](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/folkestone-music-lab-to-launch-for-12-19-year-olds/) - A new creative music centre for young people is launching in April with the aim of bringing young people together to explore, create and produce new music. Folkestone Music Lab, a partnership between Kent Music, the Creative Foundation and Folkestone Academy, will run workshops every Saturday from 10.30am to 1pm from the Glassworks at Folkestone
- [Member Successes at the Music Education Expo 2017](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/member-successes-at-the-music-education-expo-2017/)
- [Services for Education (Birmingham) Brass Chamber Concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/services-for-education-birmingham-brass-chamber-concert/) - An excerpt from Hodge Hill College Dohl and Brass Group performing at Services for Education (Birmingham Music Service) Brass Chamber Concert https://twitter.com/StuartBirnie1/status/829219729109835776
- [Sheffield pupil wins place with National Children’s Orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sheffield-pupil-wins-place-with-national-childrens-orchestra/) - A Year 5 pupil at St. Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School in Sheffield has been selected to join one of the country’s most prestigious groups of young musicians, the National Children’s Orchestra. Eamonn Foley, aged 9, started double-bass lessons in January last year and made quick progress, wowing the NCO tutors with his audition in April
- [Launching the Mad Scientist!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/launching-the-mad-scientist/) - On Friday 13 January the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth received a visit from a mad scientist, the mad scientist's cat and 30 children from Milton Park Primary School in Portsmouth. They came to his office in the Guildhall to perform a series of songs taken from Portsmouth Music Hub's new publication, 'The Mad Scientist's Songbook'.
- [Top honours awarded to head of music and arts education in Tower Hamlets](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/top-honours-awarded-to-head-of-music-and-arts-education-in-tower-hamlets/) - An honour awarded Karen Brock, head of Tower Hamlets council’s ground breaking Arts and Music Education Service, has been awarded an MBE for services to education in the New Year Honours List. Tower Hamlets Arts & Music Education Service (THAMES), was established in 2006, and has greatly expanded the arts and music education opportunities that
- [New Year celebrations kick-started by Kent County Youth Orchestra](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-year-celebrations-kick-started-by-kent-county-youth-orchestra/) - Kent County Youth Orchestra, conducted by Michael Seal, celebrated New Year’s Eve with their Russian-themed Winter concert at Mote Hall, Maidstone. The concert at 3pm on 31st December featured Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with soloist Vincent Barrella, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, and Glinka’s Overture to Ruslan und Lyudmila. Orchestra Manager Hazel Bliss said of
- [Film - Bristol Plays Music & Artsmark in Bristol schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/film-bristol-plays-music-artsmark-in-bristol-schools/) - A short film about Artsmark exploring BPM's recent schools pilot about how hubs can work with Artsmark on behalf of the Arts Council England. https://youtu.be/B759A4rMgrQ
- [Essex Music Education Hub SoundCloud is LIVE!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/essex-music-education-hub-soundcloud-is-live/) - SoundCloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create. Click to listen to our fabulous ensembles, including Essex youth orchestras and choirs.
- [Lincolnshire Music Education Hub long listed for Music Education Council Awards](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/lincolnshire-music-education-hub-long-listed-for-music-education-council-awards/) - Lincolnshire has been commended for work that recognises the challenges of the county, with its large land mass and east coast areas of multiple deprivation. The delivery partners embedded in the county are key to addressing these challenges, with work in hospitals, on music technology, and with looked after children alongside more traditional offers such as
- [SoundCity makes 'longlist' - Music Education Awards](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/soundcity-makes-longlist-music-education-awards/) - Music Education Council celebrates excellence in music education The judges have announced their longlist for the 2016 MEC UK Music Education Awards. Kathryn Deane, Chair of the judging panel said: “Judging these awards gets tougher every year, as standards climb. Our commendations of the 13 entries we have longlisted shows clearly that any of them
- [Manor Primary School children meet composer Tony Biggin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/manor-primary-school-children-meet-composer-tony-biggin/) - An Uckfield primary school choir was surprised by a visit from composer Tony Biggin last week as they rehearsed for a concert. The choir from Manor Primary School, Uckfield, is taking part in the East Sussex Music Service Christmas production of Bang which was written by Mr Biggin. Fifty-one primary schools will be involved in
- [Resonate Music Hub sings for Children in Need](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/resonate-music-hub-sings-for-children-in-need/) - Congratulations to Resonate Music Hub's singers for performing as part of last week's Children in Need. Have a read through the tweets below to get a behind-the-scenes look at the action! We're about to go live @BBCOne for #ChildrenInNeed from @The_Palmhouse pic.twitter.com/rUGDk6fJe6 — North West Tonight (@BBCNWT) November 18, 2016 Taking our positions @BBCCiN @ResonateHub
- [Nottingham Music Service launches its first ever charity song](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nottingham-music-service-launches-its-first-ever-charity-song/) - Photo credited to: Swainson Productions Over 800 children and young people in the city worked together to record the song! Around 800 children and young people from 29 schools in Nottingham city have collaborated on a charity song, organised by Nottingham Music Service (NMS) and set for release on November 24, 2016. The launch will
- [Bristol Music Curriculum Resources](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bristol-music-curriculum-resources/) - Bristol Plays Music is delighted to have launched Get on Board – Music Curriculum for Bristol. The Music Curriculum for Bristol has been developed by Bristol Plays Music in consultation with teachers and tailored to Bristol schools. It contains a complete resource that spans Reception to Year 6. The first phase of lesson plans begin
- [Durham Music Singing Podcast](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/durham-music-singing-podcast/) - Durham Music has launched a new singing podcast. Download the free weekly singing podcast (15-20mins in length) 2 new songs every week, taught and performed (no specialist teacher required) Recorded by members of National Youth Choir of Great Britain Chamber Choir Click here to subscribe. Download accompanying resources (lyrics and sheet music) by clicking here.
- [Kingston Music Service strikes the right note with jazz award](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/kingston-music-service-strikes-the-right-note-with-jazz-award/) - Kingston Music Service has received a Will Michael Jazz Education Award for its outstanding commitment to jazz provision in the borough. The service is among a handful of organisations to receive a First-Entry Diploma, for its array of educational activities that increase participation and promote enjoyment of the music genre. The Will Michael Jazz Education
- [IN THE GROOVE! The Will Michael Jazz Education Awards](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/in-the-groove-the-will-michael-jazz-education-awards/) - On 18 September Aberdeen, Cumbria, Doncaster, Gloucestershire, Kingston upon Thames, Oxfordshire and Devon were the centre of attention at a celebration of their commitment to jazz education at a ceremony in Doncaster which also featured a public concert performed by the Doncaster Youth Jazz Orchestra and the National Youth Jazz Orchestra. The Awards, which are
- [Britain's Got Talent meets 1,700 Portsmouth children](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/britains-got-talent-meets-1700-portsmouth-children/) - If it's good enough for Her Majesty the Queen, then a performance from the swing band Jive Aces was definitely good enough for 1700 children from schools from across Portsmouth. Jive Aces came to national attention in 2012 after reaching the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent. Simon Cowell called them "absolutely brilliant", and after the
- [Waltham Forest Music Festival celebrates young musical talent](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/waltham-forest-music-festival-celebrates-young-musical-talent/) - Hundreds of young people from across the borough took part in the two-day Waltham Forest Music Festival on 5-6 July. Held in Walthamstow Assembly Hall the annual festival was a true celebration of home-grown musical achievement. 12 schools took part in two daytime concerts with performances from massed choirs as well as wind, ukulele and
- [Rio Comes to Portsmouth](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/rio-comes-to-portsmouth/) - A taste of Rio came to Portsmouth on Wednesday 6 July when 10 schools and 1000 primary-aged children came to the Guildhall Square in Portsmouth with drums, streamers, flags and whistles. The children were there for Portsmouth's very first Cultural Carnival. The carnival atmosphere began immediately with 20 young cornet players from Arundel Court Primary School,
- [Oldham Music Centre Summer Festival 2016](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/oldham-music-centre-summer-festival-2016/) - The Oldham Music Centre held its Summer Music Festival at The Blessed John Henry Newman College, Broadway, Chadderton on Sunday July 3rd. This was the fourth time that the Music Centre has held this spectacular event and for the fourth year in a row it was hosted by Newman College in Chadderton. The Festival provided
- [Resonate Music Hub presents iSing at the Philharmonic Hall](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/resonate-music-hub-presents-ising-at-the-philharmonic-hall/) - It was the 5th iSing ‘celebration of singing’ event and brought together hundreds of local school children and their teachers to celebrate the amazing singing talent that exists in schools across Liverpool. The 1300 young people spent the morning polishing their songs and having fun with singing and in the afternoon the exciting day culminated in
- [Watton Cluster Schools’ WCET Celebration](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/watton-cluster-schools-wcet-celebration/) - Two hundred and fifty young musicians from schools in the Watton cluster came together on Wednesday 29th June for their First Access Musical Extravaganza! Supported by music staff from the Norfolk Music Service, pupils in years 3-6 from Parker’s Primary, Ashill Primary, Wayland Junior Academy, Caston Primary, Thompson Primary, Great Hockham Primary, and St Peter
- [Young performers take to the stage](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-performers-take-to-the-stage/) - Portsmouth Music Hub has been busy giving young people in Portsmouth the chance to take to the stage. On Wednesday 15th June the Hub held a performance evening given by children aged 5 to 15 years of age. Portsmouth Music Hub runs a range of music ensembles throughout the year, including a jazz band, rock
- [Infinity Orchestra launches for young Surrey musicians](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/infinity-orchestra-launches-for-young-surrey-musicians/) - On Sunday 30 June a new project for young musicians known as the ‘Infinity Orchestra’ was launched with a one day workshop event featuring musicians from Surrey Arts and the BBC. The Infinity Orchestra is a new ensemble which is open to young Surrey-based musicians aged 11 and over. What makes it special is that
- [600 of Sutton's Youngest musicians raise the roof on Fairfield Halls!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/600-of-suttons-youngest-musicians-raise-the-roof-on-fairfield-halls/) - On Thursday 16 June, Sutton Music Service brought together 600 of Sutton's youngest musicians at Fairfield Halls, Croydon for their KS2 Instrumental Festival. This annual celebration of the London Borough of Sutton's highly successful First Access programme, saw children from 17 different primary schools that participate in Whole Class Ensemble Tuition, perform to a sell
- [300 Surrey pupils perform in annual music festival](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/300-surrey-pupils-perform-in-annual-music-festival/) - More than 300 pupils from across Mole Valley and Surrey have taken part in Howard of Effingham School's annual music festival. Year 2 pupils from eight schools involved in the Effingham Learning Partnership (ELP) came together to perform in the ninth confederation-wide music festival, which took place this year and was themed around maths. Commenting
- [Sunderland students celebrate arts grant by jamming with stars of American Idiot](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sunderland-students-celebrate-arts-grant-by-jamming-with-stars-of-american-idiot/) - Chart-topper Newton Faulkner, Amelia Lily, Alice Stokoe and the tour’s musicians and sound tech team took a break from the energetic musical to rock out with talented students from St Aidan’s School and The Bunker. The workshop saw the launch of a new project, Beyond the Band Pit, which has received a £15,000 from the
- [Inspirational Young Choir for New Lord Mayor of Portsmouth](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inspirational-young-choir-for-new-lord-mayor-of-portsmouth/) - On Tuesday 17 May the city of Portsmouth said goodbye to one Lord Mayor and welcomed another, and Portsmouth Music Hub was there to be part of the prestigious Mayor Making Ceremony which took place at Portsmouth's Guildhall. In front of dignitaries, council leaders and the new Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Councillor David Fuller, the
- [Cornwall Music Hub Orchestras’ Easter Extravaganza](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/cornwall-music-hub-orchestras-easter-extravaganza/) - The Cornwall Music Education Hub’s county orchestras, the Cornwall Youth Orchestra and the Cornwall Youth Wind Orchestra, both held their Easter concerts in Truro Cathedral, the culmination of the year’s hard work and following their Easter residential courses. The Cornwall Youth Orchestra held its annual public concert on Friday 8th April. The 80 strong Orchestra,
- [1500 Berkshire children perform gala concert at the Royal Albert Hall](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/1500-berkshire-children-perform-gala-concert-at-the-royal-albert-hall/) - On Sunday 1st May Berkshire Maestros, the music education charity incorporating the Berkshire Music Hub, took over 1,500 children from Berkshire to perform in a rousing gala concert at the Royal Albert Hall. 'A Celebration of Music in Berkshire' brought together primary and secondary school children from across the county to sing and play in
- [Nottingham Music Hub's Great Orchestra Experiment](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nottingham-music-hubs-great-orchestra-experiment/) - Watch the fantastic results of Nottingham Music Hub's Great Orchestra Experiment, inspiring the next generation of musicians in Nottingham. https://youtu.be/MeyEx3XADhQ
- [Newham Music celebrate 20th anniversary with a line-up of ensembles at the Barbican](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/newham-music-celebrate-20th-anniversary-with-a-line-up-of-ensembles-at-the-barbican/) - On Monday 11 April Newham Music put on a fantastic line-up of ensembles at Barbican Centre in celebration of their 20 th anniversary as an independent charity. The concert began with an ensemble in partnership with The Warriors International, Kingsford Secondary School, Gallions, Vicarage and St Michael’s primary schools, Play Dub Now who performed an
- [New film shows musical opportunities on offer to young people in Greenwich](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-film-shows-musical-opportunities-on-offer-to-young-people-in-greenwich/) - Royal Greenwich Music Hub and Sound Connections have created a new promotional film to demonstrate the musical opportunities on offer to the young people of Greenwich. The video aims to capture the ethos of the Hub, and to share their work in a clear and accessible way for parents, children, partners and local authority alike! Watch
- [Grammy Award winning Kendrick Lamar surprises young musicians at Brighter Sound workshop](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/grammy-award-winning-kendrick-lamar-surprises-young-musicians-at-brighter-sound-workshop/) - A group of 46 young musicians were left speechless on 11 March when seven times Grammy Award winner Kendrick Lamar walked into a Brighter Sound hip hop workshop and joined them in a freestyle MC jam... We’d put together the special workshop after we were approached by creative agency four23 to deliver the activity, who
- [55 Hampshire Schools lend their voices for 'The Giant Sing'](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/55-hampshire-schools-lend-their-voices-for-the-giant-sing/) - Over 3,500 children, from 55 Hampshire schools, recently lent their voices to turn up the volume for ‘The Giant Sing’. Organised by Hampshire County Council’s Music Service ‘The Giant Sing’ comprised four repeat performances, over two days, of the musical adaption of Oscar Wilde’s short story ‘The Selfish Giant’, composed by Jan Stroud Councillor Peter
- [Portsmouth Music Hub bring together 250 students for Soundsational concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/portsmouth-music-hub-bring-together-250-students-for-soundsational-concert/) - More than 250 young singers, dancers and musicians took to the Portsmouth's Guildhall stage on Wednesday (9 March) for a night of music and entertainment. Soundsational, was produced by Portsmouth Music Hub, and brought together students, aged from 11 to 18, from nine local Schools, Colleges and Academies. There was a wide range of acts
- [Entrust Music & Performing Arts' Inspiring New Film for Schools & Parents](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/entrust-music-performing-arts-inspiring-new-film-for-schools-parents/) - Entrust Music and Performing Arts have created a new film aimed to inspire schools and parents. The film was launched in Februrary through Facebook, alongside a competition for Staffordshire schools to win a free year of first access tuition when they liked and commented on the video. To date, the film has been a great
- [Disabled musicians master new ways of performing with instruments from OpenUp Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/disabled-musicians-master-new-ways-of-performing-with-instruments-from-openup-music/) - We were delighted to see our members, OpenUp Music featured in The Independent this week. Mastering a musical instrument is never easy for anyone. That, however, hasn’t stopped the UK’s first regional disabled-led orchestra from breaking new boundaries in what can be achieved by young disabled people. The South-West Open Youth Orchestra, the UK’s only disabled-led
- [Young musicians from Love Music Trust raise £2k to commission award-winning composer](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-musicians-from-love-music-trust-raise-2k-to-commission-award-winning-composer/) - A group of young percussionists has raised £2k to commission and perform a new piece of music by an award-winning contemporary composer at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM). Made up of students from across Cheshire, the Love Music Trust Percussion Ensemble will be performing “Elvis was my Taxi Driver” by Andy Scott at
- [Hampshire and Germany in harmony to celebrate peace](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/hampshire-and-germany-in-harmony-to-celebrate-peace/) - A special concert celebrating peace and commemorating the 100th anniversary of World War I brought together young musicians from Hampshire and Giessen in Germany (Winchester’s twin town). Organised by Hampshire County Council's Music Service, and hosted by the County Council's Chairman, Councillor Jonathan Glen, the performance took place in Winchester Cathedral. Featuring talented musicians from
- [300 Southwark Primary School children take part in Christmas Splash 15](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/300-southwark-primary-school-children-take-part-in-christmas-splash-15/) - Following a series of weekly in-school vocal workshops through Southwark Music Hub, Thursday 10 th December saw over 300 Southwark primary school children come together on the Clore Ballroom at the Royal Festival Hall for a celebration of massed part-singing. Led by ‘Splash’ tutor/composers Laura Howe & Ross Power, the children performed seasonal songs old
- [700 children take part in Stoke-on-Trent City Music Service Christmas Concerts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/700-children-take-part-in-stoke-on-trent-city-music-service-christmas-concerts/) - Stoke-on-Trent City Music Service have received an impressive amount of local press coverage this week for their City Songbird's Christmas Concerts with over 700 children involved over three nights. The concert has grown significantly since first starting up in 2002 when it had only one school of just 32 children taking part. Ruth Steele, joint
- [Disabled children learn on adapted musical instruments in S4E Music Service programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/disabled-children-learn-on-adapted-musical-instruments-in-s4e-music-service-programme/) - For the first time anywhere in the world, disabled children are being taught on a range of adapted musical instruments capable of leading to their full inclusion in musical life - whether at school, for fun, or as future professional musicians. In a pilot teaching programme that started this week, the OHMI Trust and Birmingham
- [Tri-Borough Music Hub's Seven Seeds Performance with 1200 young people](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/tri-borough-music-hubs-seven-seeds-performance-with-1200-young-people/) - On 23 June 2015, the Tri-borough Music Hub, in collaboration with their partners and schools, staged the world premier of Seven Seeds at the Royal Albert Hall. The event celebrated three years of the Tri-borough Music Hub and brought together a wide range of extraordinary organisations, professional and amateur, alongside over 1,200 school-aged performers in
- [Southampton Music Students return from Berlin for World War II commemorative exchange project](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/southampton-music-students-return-from-berlin-for-world-war-ii-commemorative-exchange-project/) - 10 Southampton Music Hub students have returned to the UK after spending 5 days in Berlin for the final part of their UK-Germany musical exchange project. Working together with pupils from the Anne Frank Gymnasium – Berlin, the Southampton students took part in the six month project that included two residentials and four performances of
- [Innovative & Interactive A-level workshops from Berkshire Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/innovative-interactive-a-level-workshops-from-berkshire-music-hub/) - On Monday 19 th October 2015, drawing on the strength of over 30 professional players, teachers and workshop leaders, Berkshire Music Hub was overtaken by more than 60 A-level music students taking part in a day devoted to set work analysis – A Level Unwrapped. As part of the ‘Learn It Live’ series, workshop leaders,
- [Award winning coverage of Bristol Plays Music's 'New Ambition' programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/award-winning-coverage-of-bristol-plays-musics-new-ambition-programme/) - BBC & Radio Bristol have just won 2 awards for their coverage of BBC Music Day, Bristol which took place at Colston Hall and was all about Bristol Plays Music’s ‘New Ambition’ programme. Judges comments were: DIVERSITY GOLD– Radio Bristol This would have been stand out radio in any category. A powerful story that used all the
- [Triple first for East Midlands and music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/triple-first-for-east-midlands-and-music-education/) - Teachers from Derbyshire and Nottingham City are the first in the country to gain a prestigious new qualification for music teachers. The Music Education Hubs of the East Midlands (MEHEM) are the local centre for the Certificate for Music Educators (CME) course and have beaten off competition from around the country to produce the first
- [Short film showing the fantastic work of Lewisham Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/short-film-showing-the-fantastic-work-of-lewisham-music-hub/) - A short film about the work of our members, Lewisham Music Hub in summer 2014. The Hub supports a network of over 25 partner organisations and it is led by Lewisham Music Service. It supports and delivers music education across Lewisham for over 5,500 young people every week in schools and out-of-school settings. https://youtu.be/hkvzHGeEgUE
- [Young people share thoughts on In Harmony Telford trip to Milan](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-people-share-thoughts-on-in-harmony-telford-trip-to-milan/) - Ten young musicians from In Harmony Telford travelled to Milan for several performances, as part of the Sistema-inspired Music Education and Exchange with Canada (SMEEC) project led by Sistema England and match-funded by the Culture Programme of the European Union. Watch this short film to see how they got on! https://youtu.be/DUGJ3sOf5mA
- [Young musicians and Laura White raise the roof at Make Some Noise event](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-musicians-and-laura-white-raise-the-roof-at-make-some-noise-event/) - Singer/song writer Laura White raised the roof at Burton upon Trent’s Brewhouse Arts Centre recently as she performed alongside talented young musicians aged 13-19 years old from East Staffordshire & Derbyshire. The fundraising gig on 4th September formed the culminating part of an exciting four day music industry residency for young musicians at the Arts
- [Sheffield Music Hub's Celebration Concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sheffield-music-hubs-celebration-concert/) - Sheffield Music Hub commissioned an original song, ‘Space to Dream’, by Jazz musicians Hannah Brady and Jamie Taylor. This beautiful piece showcased the Hub's commitment to improvisation and a child led approach to arrangement directed by Colette Dutot (SMH Manager). They involved soloists, a massed primary choir, Site Choir and singing from Seven Hills School as
- [Robin Hood Youth Orchestra Make Nottingham Proud in Karlsruhe](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/robin-hood-youth-orchestra-make-nottingham-proud-in-karlsruhe/) - The Robin Hood Youth Orchestra (RHYO), an ensemble of young musicians aged 11‐19 who rehearse at Nottingham Music School each Saturday morning, visited Nottingham's twin city of Karlsruhe from the 22nd-27 th July. During the visit they performed as part of the 'Come Together 2015' Festival alongside youth orchestras from Halle (Germany), Timisoara (Romania) and
- [Schoolchildren celebrate Hounslow at summer singing festivals](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schoolchildren-celebrate-hounslow-at-summer-singing-festivals/) - More than 1,200 primary schoolchildren performed last month as part of Hounslow Music Service’s annual Summer Singing Festivals, which also marked the borough's 50th anniversary. From 22-25th June, different groups of schools formed a massed choir every night and were accompanied by a professional stage band to perform arrangements penned by Vivian Frost, who has been teaching Hounslow children
- [Telford and Norwich students perform in Sweden](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/telford-and-norwich-students-perform-in-sweden/) - A group of young musicians from In Harmony Telford and Sistema in Norwich were among 600 children performing in Sweden as part of a cultural exchange programme. Joining the El Sistema Side by Side camp and Orchestra, the group spent a week in rehearsals in preparation for a concert with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Joshua Dos Santos. Read more about
- [The beat goes on at Music Day in Thurrock](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-beat-goes-on-at-music-day-in-thurrock/) - Thurrock Music Services brought together 120 pupils from local primary schools in a dazzling celebration of World Music for Music Day on 21st June. The Backstage Centre in Purfleet reverberated to the sounds of Steel Pans, Samba, African and Taiko drumming. The grand finale saw all 120 students join forces performing a piece specially created
- [Milton Keynes Music Hub Primary Schools’ Festival](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/milton-keynes-music-hub-primary-schools-festival/) - Almost 1,000 primary school pupils part in the recent MK Music Hub’s annual Primary Schools’ Festival. With a focus on singing, David Lawrence conducted infant and junior school pupils in songs from Rebecca Lawrence’s ‘Farmyard Frolics’ and ‘Choosing Chums’. In addition there were individual schools items including a rousing performance from a Bollywood Brass first-access group.
- [Young people impress at Stoke-on-Trent concerts](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/young-people-impress-at-stoke-on-trent-concerts/) - Over 700 young people have taken part in three days of concerts presented by Stoke-on-Trent City Music Service. The concerts, held at the Victoria Hall in Hanley, included 600 City Songbirds (aged 5-7 years) and City Music Service instrumentalists from the City Youth Brass Band, Brass Ensemble, folk band Rootz, City Youth String Orchestra and
- [Firebird Project wins London Music Award](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/firebird-project-wins-london-music-award/) - The Philharmonia’s Firebird project, a collaboration with the Royal Ballet School and Music Mark members Hounslow Music Service and Richmond Music Trust, has been awarded the outstanding musical partnership prize at the London Music Awards. Supported by the Mayor’s Music Fund and The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation, the project brought together 110 young dancers and
- [Musical talent celebrated at Oldham Schools Music Festival](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musical-talent-celebrated-at-oldham-schools-music-festival/) - Over 2,600 children and young people have showcased their musical talents at this year’s Oldham Schools Music Festival. Taking place from 16-19th June at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, the week-long annual festival was an opportunity for young people from 51 local schools to show off their talents in public to an audience that included parents,
- [Newham teens play with the LSO and Nicola Benedetti](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/newham-teens-play-with-the-lso-and-nicola-benedetti/) - Five young musicians from Newham Music Trust joined the London Symphony Orchestra and violinist Nicola Benedetti at an open air concert in London last month. Trombonist Finnbar Keating, 17; Violinist Anna Cullen, 17; Double bassists Abigail Ogunjuyigbe and Cleo Onyewumbu, both 13; and Violist Jayro Viapree, 18, took to the stage at Trafalgar Square as part of the LSO
- [BBC Music Day film highlights inclusive music making in Bristol](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bbc-music-day-film-highlights-inclusive-music-making-in-bristol/) - Inclusive music making is the focus of a film highlighting the BBC Music Day event organised by Bristol Plays Music on 5th June. The 4-minute clip features conductor Charles Hazelwood and members of the British Paraorchestra, the group he founded in 2012 to recognise disabled musicians. The Paraochestra performed four original pieces at the concert at Colston Hall
- [Professional orchestras to work with over 6,500 Derbyshire primary school pupils](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/professional-orchestras-to-work-with-over-6500-derbyshire-primary-school-pupils/) - Four special events have been organised by the Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Halle Orchestra, Northern Chamber Orchestra and the Glossop Festival Orchestra, bringing the spectacle to over 6,500 primary school pupils in Derby and Derbyshire. In these four events, children will get the opportunity to enjoy and perform alongside
- [BYMT's Little Piano Virtuosi perform BBC Ten Pieces](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bymts-little-piano-virtuosi-perform-bbc-ten-pieces/) - Bromley Youth Music Trust's Little Piano Virtuosi perform BBC 10 Pieces at their spring term 2015 end of term concert. The group of 6-12 year olds are part of a course that uses innovative and fun ways to teach younger pianists. https://youtu.be/m-tkrS32FVg
- [Sandwell Youth Symphony Orchestra perform at Shireland Collegiate Academy](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/sandwell-youth-symphony-orchestra-perform-at-shireland-collegiate-academy/) - Watch a clip from Sandwell Music Service's Youth orchestra performing at Shireland Collegiate Academy on 17th March 2015. https://youtu.be/ycjqua4HVSU
- [Telford school children perform Night on a Bare Mountain](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/telford-school-children-perform-night-on-a-bare-mountain/) - Over 300 school children from Old Park Primary School in Telford have performed in their own version of Modest Mussorgsky's Night on a Bare Mountain. The film, for the BBC Ten Pieces project, features the children wearing costumes and playing music with professional players from CBSO, Manchester Camerata and Telford & Wrekin Music. Watch the film below: https://youtu.be/-_AQejaRKTM
- [Kirklees students joined by Grammy-nominated singer at space-themed concert](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/kirklees-students-joined-by-grammy-nominated-singer-at-space-themed-concert/) - Kirklees Youth Symphony Orchestra and choirs from schools across Kirklees were joined by Grammy-nominated singer Beth Nielsen Chapman at a space-themed concert in March. The singer sang a number of songs including The Mighty Sky, from the album of the same name, at the concert held at Huddersfield Town Hall. The evening also featured poet Ian McMillan and astronomer Professor Paul Roche. Watch videos
- [Berkshire Young Voices perform Zadok the Priest for BBC Ten Pieces](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/berkshire-young-voices-perform-zadok-the-priest-for-bbc-ten-pieces/) - Watch Berkshire Young Voices respond to BBC Ten Pieces with a joint performance of Handel's Zadok the Priest. The choir, which is for the most gifted and talented 8 to 12 year old singers from Berkshire Maestros music service, were joined by Jesus College and Clare College Cambridge choirs at Kings College Chapel, Cambridge last November. https://youtu.be/RumTF5Zjd0k
- [Community Music students forge new relationship with Barnsley Music Hub](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/community-music-students-forge-new-relationship-with-barnsley-music-hub/) - Throughout the last two terms, we’ve been very happy to be Champions for the BBC’s national project, Ten Pieces, an exciting initiative for primary schools focussing on classical music and creativity. Running over a school year the project started with free cinema screenings of the Ten Pieces film which shows celebrities such as Barney Harwood
- [Four star review for Surrey Music Hub's community opera](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/four-star-review-for-surrey-music-hubs-community-opera/) - Surrey Music Hub's community opera The Freedom Game has been given a four star review following a performance at the Royal Albert Hall on 12th May. musicOMH.com reviewer Sam Smith wrote: "Without a doubt The Freedom Game is like no other piece I shall experience all year. Its unique selling point is that it is a community opera involving literally
- [Make Some Noise and Two Rivers Special School documentary](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/make-some-noise-and-two-rivers-special-school-documentary/) - Make Some Noise has created a short documentary about the organisation's work with Two Rivers Special School in Tamworth as part of their Youth Music Musical Inclusion funding. The film includes parts of the school's performance at our conference last November. https://vimeo.com/117274328
- [Primary school students in Nottingham earn Music Medal](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/primary-school-students-in-nottingham-earn-music-medal/) - 340 students from primary schools across Nottingham have performed together in a mass orchestra to earn a Music Medal qualification from ABRSM. Taking place at the Albert Hall on 30th April, the event involved students performing two pieces that will be assessed with solos learned at school as part of Nottingham Music Service’s first access programmes.
- [Prom success for Bradford Music and Arts Service](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/prom-success-for-bradford-music-and-arts-service/) - More than 800 pupils from schools across Bradford recently wowed crowds with song, dance and even "body percussion" at an annual Schools' Prom on 25 and 26th March. Organised by Bradford Council’s Music and Arts Service, it began with a wide variety of performances from children from primary and secondary schools. Now in its 14th
- [Preliminary market engagement notice – National Centre for Arts and Music Education ](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/preliminary-market-engagement-notice-national-centre-for-arts-and-music-education/) - On Tuesday 18th March 2025, the Government announced their plans for the development of a National Centre for Arts and Music Education. The National Centre will allow young people across England to have greater access to high-quality arts education. The National Centre for Arts and Music Education will support the delivery of high-quality arts
- [25 Years of #ProgressinPlay – Geneva Instruments](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/25-years-of-progressinplay-geneva-instruments/) - Celebrating 25 years since Geneva Instruments’ formation in 2000, they share how they are working toward a more sustainable future.
- [Develop your leadership practice in 2025!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/develop-your-leadership-practice-in-2025/) - Leadership can be challenging, so we’ve put together a dynamic programme of training and events to support leaders in the music education sector.
- [Bridget's Blog: What is our 'Why'?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-what-is-our-why/) - Bridget reflects on the importance of remembering why we do what we do; for children and young people to access a high-quality music education.
- [Why should you become a Mental Health First Aider?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-should-you-become-a-mental-health-first-aider/) - Hear from two members of the Music Mark team, as they share what they learnt from Mental Health First Aid Training with Soundcastle.
- [NUVOBand - the next step in woodwind playing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nuvoband-the-next-step-in-woodwind-playing/) - Learn about the new NUVOBand range of beginner woodwind instruments, which are ideal for music lessons and teaching, available from Chamberlain Music.
- [Research Shorts: Do you ‘tell’ or ‘talk with’ your students?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-do-you-tell-or-talk-with-your-students/) - Sarah speaks to James Poole, a piano and woodwind teacher in the middle of his doctoral research on how instrumental teachers teach at the University of York.
- [How High Impact Senior Leadership can transform your work](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-high-impact-senior-leadership-can-transform-your-work/) - Gennie Joy shares how leadership training helped her grow professionally and take on new roles in the music education sector.
- [Research Shorts: The Smile Project (Strategies for Music in Learning-difficulties Education)](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-the-smile-project-strategies-for-music-in-learning-difficulties-education/) - Dr Caroline Waddington-Jones discusses the Smile Project, boosting music education for learning-disabled pupils through teacher support and free resources.
- [Research Shorts: East Asian Voices of Resistance Against Racism in Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-east-asian-voices-of-resistance-against-racism-in-music/) - This week, Sarah speaks with Dr Maiko Kawabata about her vital new collection, co-edited with Ken Ueno, East Asian Voices of Resistance Against Racism in Music.
- [The Association of British Orchestras calls on Government to support ‘An Orchestra in Every School’ initiative](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-association-of-british-orchestras-calls-on-government-to-support-an-orchestra-in-every-school-initiative/) - The Association of British Orchestras has today announced the next phase of its new public engagement initiative ‘An Orchestra in Every School’.
- [Bridget's Blog: Have your say!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-have-your-say/) - As a membership association, Music Mark is all about supporting, connecting and influencing for our membership, and we want your feedback to shape our work!
- [The Clarion: An award-winning, accessible instrument](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-clarion-an-award-winning-accessible-instrument/) - The Clarion is an award-winning, accessible musical instrument that can be played independently with any part of the body, including the eyes.
- [Access free courses and educational materials from The Open University](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/access-free-courses-and-educational-materials-from-the-open-university/) - The Open University has hundreds of short courses and educational materials available for free. Find out how their resources can support music educators.
- [850+ children. Two unforgettable nights. One incredible Festival of Music!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/850-children-two-unforgettable-nights-one-incredible-festival-of-music/) - Croydon Schools Music Association and Croydon Music and Arts have recently concluded their annual Festival of Music—a spectacular two-night celebration.
- [Research Roundup: A spring roundup!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundup-a-spring-roundup/) - Since we are in conference season for academics, this Spring Research Roundup summarises the last few months of music education research.
- [Barefoot London Marathon – youth orchestra alum runs for change](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/barefoot-london-marathon-youth-orchestra-alum-runs-for-change/) - Orchestras for All is delighted to share that National Orchestra for All alum, Cameron Jacobs, will run the London Marathon barefoot in support of the charity.
- [Music Mark Conference 2025: Call for Content](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-conference-2025-call-for-content/) - We are delighted to launch the 2025 Music Mark conference call for content and the announcement of this year's theme - Ambition and Quality in music education.
- [Bridget's Blog: A Service, a Network, and now a Centre - but what is it?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-a-service-a-network-and-now-a-centre-but-what-is-it/) - Bridget Whyte, CEO of Music Mark, shares her insights on the announcement of a National Centre for Arts and Music Education.
- [Meet the Mentors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-the-mentors/) - Would you benefit from some support in your leadership role within a Music Education Hub? Or are you looking for support in progressing your career development? Perhaps you’d value the insights of a critical friend or an open ear, but don’t know who to turn to. The Music Mark Mentoring Scheme was created to help
- [Updated Governors Guide to Music Education Published](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/updated-governors-guide-to-music-education-published/) - Today sees the publication of an updated version of the school governors guide to Music Education, ‘Music: a guide for governing boards’ by Arts Council England (ACE) in partnership with the National Governors Association (NGA) and Music Mark. One of a set of four guides, with a further one due to be published later in the
- [The Hub Support Programme: helping our members to come back stronger](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-hub-support-programme-helping-our-members-to-come-back-stronger/) - First introduced as a single course to develop leadership skills, Music Mark's training offer has expanded and evolved significantly over the years into the multifaceted programme of support, peer learning and community that we know it as today. This week, Gary Griffiths, independent Music Education consultant and author of Music Unlocked, delves into the Hub Support Programme and the many ways in
- ["We believe in the importance of #MusicEd": Schools across the UK are recognised for their commitment](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/we-believe-in-the-importance-of-musiced/) - 2,500 schools from across the UK have signed up for their free year of membership to our Music Mark Schools programme. We're delighted that so many schools have already signed up to Music Mark Schools this year having been invited to join the programme by their local Music Service in recognition of their commitment to
- [We missed you at the Spring Summit!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/we-missed-you-at-the-spring-summit/) - For those of you who were unable to join us at the 2024 Spring Summit last week, here’s a brief summary of what happened.
- [T-Time: Music in the Primary Classroom](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-music-in-the-primary-classroom/) - Amidst much noise about curriculum, with the Curriculum and Assessment Review interim report, this T-Time session focused on the Primary Classroom curriculum.
- [An Update on Music Mark’s Sustainability Journey](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/an-update-on-music-marks-sustainability-journey/) - 12 months since launching This Is Not A Rehearsal, we share an update on Music Mark's Sustainability journey so far, and plans going forward.
- [Research Shorts: Bringing Avril Coleridge-Taylor's music out of the archive](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-bringing-avril-coleridge-taylors-music-out-of-the-archive/) - Last week, Croydon Youth Orchestra and Trinity Music Academy played the UK premiere of Avril Coleridge-Taylor’s Comet Prelude, a forgotten but important piece.
- [Supporting Music Higher Education Staff in Unprecedented Times](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-music-higher-education-staff-in-unprecedented-times/) - Last week we wrote a letter in support of our Higher Education members, who are facing unprecedented uncertainty in widely publicised problems in the university sector. As these financial concerns impact staff immediately, attention is beginning to turn to the next Research Excellence Framework, and how staff and their work can be protected. Our Research
- [A National Centre for Arts and Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-national-centre-for-arts-and-music-education/) - On Tuesday 18th March 2025, the Government announced their plans for the development of a National Centre for Arts and Music Education. The National Centre will allow young people across England to have greater access to high-quality arts education. At Music Mark, we welcome this announcement from the Education Secretary, and we are pleased to
- [Explore Music Mark's Summer Training & Events](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/explore-music-marks-summer-training-events/) - Summer is finally on its way, and we have an exciting programme of training and events to support your work as we move towards the end of the academic year.
- [Calls for a cultural shift in schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/calls-for-a-cultural-shift-in-schools/) - I was delighted to speak at the Cumbria Music Hub’s Conference to discuss if there should be a cultural shift to empower young people to access music in school.
- [T-Time: Talking about Music Education Inspection across the UK](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-talking-about-music-education-inspection-across-the-uk/) - With our next T-Time session on Primary Curriculum rapidly approaching, we look back to last term's session, where we talked about inspection.
- [Musical Mondays: Empowering Teachers, Transforming Classrooms](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musical-mondays-empowering-teachers-transforming-classrooms/) - With its Musical Mondays initiative, The Ear Academy is making it easier for teachers to bring music into their classrooms with confidence
- [Bridget's Blog: Supporting Music Education in Scotland](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-supporting-music-education-in-scotland/) - In February I did quite a bit of travelling around the UK, including two trips to Scotland for a conference and a few days of meetings, to support and connect.
- [Research Shorts: Sustainable Teaching Practices in a Music Outreach Project in Southwark](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-sustainable-teaching-practices-in-a-music-outreach-project-in-southwark/) - Javier Rivas and Esther Cavett tell us about their project, university music students worked with primary school children at a community music school in London.
- [What is Climate Justice?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-is-climate-justice/) - The phrase ‘climate justice’ is used to reflect the climate crisis as an intersectional problem that disproportionately affects marginalised communities.
- [Research Shorts: Music Performance from the Inside Out](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-music-performance-from-the-inside-out/) - Monia Brizzi shares her work with Prof Mine Doğantan-Dack and Prof John Crawford about their work in promoting music-making as a joyful encounter.
- [How to make your website more sustainable](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-to-make-your-website-more-sustainable/) - As part of our 'This Is Not A Rehearsal' campaign, we're diving into the impact your website can have on the planet, and how to make it more sustainable.
- [Exciting New Assessment Opportunities for Clarion Players at ABRSM!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/exciting-new-assessment-opportunities-for-clarion-players-at-abrsm/) - ABRSM announce that a new Open Music Assessment is now available to Clarion players, their first assessment for a fully accessible digital instrument.
- [The London Music Fund and YouTube to expand ground-breaking Amplify funding programme to Liverpool in 2025](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-london-music-fund-and-youtube-to-expand-ground-breaking-amplify-funding-programme-to-liverpool-in-2025/) - Award-winning music education charity, the London Music Fund announces an expansion of its grassroots funding programme in partnership with YouTube.
- [Research Shorts: Collaborative Composition and Choral Repertoire for Post-Pandemic Well-Being](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-collaborative-composition-and-choral-repertoire-for-post-pandemic-well-being/) - Dr Fiona Evison tells us about her practice-led research, where she is interested in how music-making supports social, mental, spiritual and musical well-being.
- [Introducing the I.D.E.A.L Network!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-the-i-d-e-a-l-network/) - Sam Stimpson told us about the I.D.E.A.L Network for leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion to grow through learning opportunities and a supportive network.
- [Helping to create equal access to music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/helping-to-create-equal-access-to-music-education/) - Piano Equals is a sustainable initiative designed to make instruments more accessible by repairing donated pianos and providing them to schools at a low cost.
- [Inclusive youth leadership in action: Orchestras for All Ambassadors share their insights](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inclusive-youth-leadership-in-action-orchestras-for-all-ambassadors-share-their-insights/) - Orchestra For All ambassadors Bella, Kali, Kit, Jesse and Sophie told us more about the importance of youth leadership within the organisation.
- [Research Shorts: Generative AI in school music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-generative-ai-in-school-music-education/) - Dr Lee Cheng, Associate Prof at Anglia Ruskin University, tells us about his recent research on the role of Generative AI in music education in schools.
- [Meet Music Mark's newest Champion: Kris Halpin](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/meet-music-marks-newest-champion-kris-halpin/) - Our newest Music Mark Champion, Kris Halpin, tells us about his journey as a Disabled musician and the importance of inclusion in music education.
- [Music for Youth Announces Together for Music Festival in Birmingham](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-for-youth-announces-together-for-music-festival-in-birmingham/) - Music for Youth (MFY) is proud to announce the return of Together for Music, an inclusive music festival scheduled for 14th March 2025 at B:Music in Birmingham.
- [Department for Education support to National Youth Music Organisations not renewed](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/department-for-education-support-to-national-youth-music-organisations-not-renewed/) - The UK Association for Music Education – Music Mark is disappointed that National Youth Music Organisations (NYMOs) have been informed that the Department for Education (DfE) will not renew their contribution of £525,000 towards their work. The DfE’s funding was only ever confirmed until March 2025 and the NYMOs – and Music Mark – are
- [Research Shorts: Culturally Responsive Teaching in Musical Theatre Production](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-culturally-responsive-teaching-in-musical-theatre-production/) - This week Sarah talks about musical theatre teaching with U.S. academic, Dr Apinporn Chaiwanichsiri, and her recent work on culturally responsive teaching.
- [Bridget's Blog: Costing the National Plan for Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-costing-the-national-plan-for-music-education/) - In the spring of 2024 Music Mark engaged Demos to ‘Cost the National Plan for Music Education in England’, which has uncovered a number of recommendations.
- [£160m inherited “black hole” in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/160m-inherited-black-hole-in-music-education/) - Background Titled The Power of Music to Change Lives, the refreshed National Plan for Music Education (NPME) in England was released on 25 June 2022 by the Department for Education. It replaced the previous NPME which was published in 2011. The plan sets out the government’s vision to enable all children and young people in England to: learn to sing,
- ["What I learnt from Carbon Literacy Training"](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-i-learnt-from-carbon-literacy-training/) - Tara Worrall-Hill shares what she learnt from attending Music Mark's bespoke carbon literacy training course for music educators.
- [Research Shorts: Creativity as a transferable concept](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-creativity-as-a-transferable-concept/) - This week Sarah features some brand new research, a recent article by Kevin Gormley at Dublin City University, Ollscoil Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath
- [Music Mark launches its new podcast 'Make Your Mark: Notes on Music Education'](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-launches-its-new-podcast-make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education/) - Today marks the launch of Music Mark’s new podcast ‘Make Your Mark: Notes on Music Education’, showcasing diverse experiences across music education.
- [Revamping your Music Services' Website: Haug-IT](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/revamping-your-music-services-website-haug-it/) - Haug-IT specialise in web development. They collaborated with Croydon Music and Arts to make their website more attractive and user-friendly.
- [Research Shorts: 'Musical voice' and 'learner voice' in instrumental classical music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-voice-and-learner-voice-in-instrumental-classical-music-education/) - Anna Bull, author of Class, Control, and Classical Music, talks about her recent research exploring youth voice in classical music education.
- [Why Do Music Education Professionals Need to Look Over The Digital Horizon?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-do-music-education-professionals-need-to-look-over-the-digital-horizon/) - With all the Over The Digital Horizon resources now available on the Music Mark website, their curator, Ben Sellers, explains the programming of the webinars and offers three principles to consider as we move forward into an ever more digital world. The Over The Digital Horizon webinar series from Wiltshire Music Connect offered a glimpse
- [The importance of narrowing the Values Perception Gap](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-importance-of-narrowing-the-values-perception-gap/) - Ellie Moore delves into the implications of the Values Perception Gap and how this can be narrowed in education settings through taking collective action.
- [Bridget's Blog: Reviewing the Year](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-reviewing-the-year/) - A review of the year is often helped by the newspapers telling us the most noteworthy stories and achievements. But what about our own year in review?
- [Join the 2025 DIME Working Group](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/join-the-2025-dime-working-group/) - DIME is an alliance committed to raising awareness of innovative digital technologies to benefit young people’s music education, inviting new members to join.
- [Are your finances fueling the climate crisis?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/are-your-finances-fueling-the-climate-crisis/) - One of our 2024 conference sessions gave valuable insight into how your bank and pensions could be causing significant environmental damage.
- [Research Roundups: Music Education Research in 2024, Part 2](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundups-music-education-research-in-2024-part-2/) - Welcome to Part 2 of our 2024 Research Roundup, giving a whistle-stop tour of the key themes that emerged from music education research last year.
- [From solar storage to symphonies, going green can be good for business and for culture](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/from-solar-storage-to-symphonies-going-green-can-be-good-for-business-and-for-culture/) - The RNCM’s year-long campaign, ‘The Future is Green’, demonstrates how music organisations can take a holistic approach to environmental sustainability.
- [Research Roundups: Music Education Research in 2024, Part 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundups-music-education-research-in-2024/) - This week we’ll be looking at research from 2024 that responds to music education and the climate crisis, and global and decolonial perspectives.
- [How education can shift climate anxiety into action](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-education-can-shift-climate-anxiety-into-action/) - Dr Rachel Manning, Head of Transform Our World, shares how values-based education can address climate anxiety and turn it into collective action.
- [Research Shorts: 'Joining alone' Factors that influence the musical participation of young adults after leaving school](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-joining-alone-factors-that-influence-the-musical-participation-of-young-adults-after-leaving-school/) - Emma White and Professor Stephanie Pitts talk about their work on what happens to young people and their music making after leaving school.
- [Embedding EDI into our 2024 Annual Conference](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/embedding-edi-into-our-2024-annual-conference/) - Here at Music Mark, we want to ensure that equity, diversity and inclusion remain the golden threads throughout our work, including our annual conference.
- [Research Shorts: Rethinking 'musical excellence' from a decolonial perspective](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-rethinking-musical-excellence-from-a-decolonial-perspective/) - Professor David G. Hebert tells us about a collaborative research article considering both decolonisation and the philosophy of education.
- [Opportunities for Digital Innovation with the Capital Grant](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/opportunities-for-digital-innovation-with-the-capital-grant/) - Nick Howdle shares his thoughts on how the Capital Grant for Musical Instruments could be used as an opportunity for digital innovation inmusic education.
- [Bridget's Blog: And that's a wrap!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-and-thats-a-wrap/) - Bridget reflects on the 2024 Music Mark Annual Conference and shares her highlights as we begin preparing for the 2025 event.
- [Autumn Budget: Letter to the Secretary of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/autumn-budget-letter-to-the-secretary-of-state-for-education/) - On 1st November 2024 we wrote to the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, in response to the Autumn Budget announced on Wednesday 30th October.
- [Welcome to our new Trustees!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/welcome-to-our-new-elected-trustees/) - Following a vote from our members, Jennie Henley and Charlotte Payne were appointed to fill the two elected positions available on our Board of Trustees.
- [The Winners of the 2024 Music Mark Awards!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-winners-of-the-2024-music-mark-awards/) - Discover who won the 2024 Music Mark Awards, celebrating those who have been championing innovation, inclusivity, sustainability and more in music education.
- [Chamberlain Music announces new Nuvo WindStars class sets for First Access ensembles](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/chamberlain-music-announces-new-nuvo-windstars-class-sets-for-first-access-ensembles/) - Chamberlain Music announces new Nuvo WindStars class sets for First Access ensembles, available to buy in convenient WindStars class sets,.
- [Let's make music! Engaging and supporting non-specialist music teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/lets-make-music-engaging-and-supporting-non-specialist-music-teachers/) - The Ear Academy, a comprehensive schools music programme, provides curriculum-aligned individual, medium, and long-term planning alongside CPD and video guides.
- [Research Shorts: Professional Development in Music Education for Generalist Teaching Staff](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-professional-development-in-music-education-for-generalist-teaching-staff/) - In this week's Research Short, we talk with Ruth Atkinson about her latest article on professional development for generalist teaching staff.
- [The Music Mark Awards 2024 Shortlist](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-music-mark-awards-2024-shortlist/) - After receiving some fantastic nominations for this year’s Music Mark Awards, we are pleased to bring you the 2024 shortlist!
- [How we're making our 2024 Conference more sustainable](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-were-making-our-2024-conference-more-sustainable/) - At the 2024 Music Mark Conference, there will be a strong focus on environmental sustainability in both the programming and organisation of the event.
- [The Curriculum and Assessment Review: Response Guidance](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-curriculum-and-assessment-review-response-guidance/) - We have published some guidance to support your response to the DfE's Call for Evidence as part of the Curriculum and Assessment Review.
- [MusicHE migrates to Music Mark, strengthening partnerships and solidarity in UK Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musiche-migrates-to-music-mark-strengthening-partnerships-and-solidarity-in-uk-music-education/) - MusicHE members have voted in favour of a proposal to migrate to Music Mark, to support, connect and represent the value of music in UK higher education.
- [Positive Planet - Reducing your carbon impact](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/positive-planet-reducing-your-carbon-impact/) - As part of our sustainability journey, we are working with Positive Planet to reduce Music Mark’s carbon emissions, and to provide a discount for our members.
- [New Apprenticeship for Music Educator roles is approved](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-apprenticeship-for-music-educator-roles-is-approved/) - The Level 5 Apprenticeship ‘Specialist Teaching Assistant' for music educators, has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.
- [Introducing Helen Minshall - Visiting Teacher of the Year!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-helen-minshall-visiting-teacher-of-the-year/) - We spoke to Helen Minshall, winner of Classic FM's Visiting Teacher award, to find out more about her work and her plans following the award.
- [Beyond Youth Voice: Young people as agents of change](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/beyond-youth-voice-young-people-as-agents-of-change/) - Julia Thomson-Smith, Immy Robinson, and Anita Holford give us a sneak peek into their conference session ‘Beyond Youth Voice: Young people as agents of change’.
- [The Curriculum and Assessment Review](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-curriculum-and-assessment-review/) - The DfE have opened a Call for Evidence to stakeholders about what works and what can be improved in Curriculum and Assessment in the English education system.
- [How can sports science research aid the sustainability of music education?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-can-sports-science-research-aid-the-sustainability-of-music-education/) - Michelle Robinson tells us about her session: ‘Let’s not reinvent the wheel: How can research in sports science aid the sustainability of music education?’
- [Discover our Training & Events for Spring 2025!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/discover-our-training-events-for-spring-2025/) - Join us in Spring 2025 for our exciting programme of training and events with sessions for professionals in leadership roles, supporting roles, and teachers.
- [Research Shorts: Moving Beyond 'Formal' and 'Informal' Music Learning](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/55823-moving_beyond_formal_informal_music_learning/) - This week I'm exploring informal musical learning with Prof Katy Ieong Cheng Ho Weatherly, based at the University of Macau. Katy spoke to me about her new article, co-written with Christopher Alan Weatherly, Yun Chen and PuiKei Lau, that’s just been published in ‌the British Journal of Music Education. Katy’s article is a ‘scoping review’,
- [Give Hub Lead Organisations Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/give-hub-lead-organisations-time/) - Steven Greenall, CEO of pBone Music, explores the challenges and opportunities for leaders and managers of Hub Lead Organisations in England.
- [Studying Sustainable Festival Management as a Degree Subject](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/studying-sustainable-festival-management-as-a-degree-subject/) - The BA(Hons) Sustainable Festival Management is an innovative collaboration between Falmouth University and the world-renowned Eden Project in Cornwall.
- [How Victor C Knight provides insurance solutions for musicians](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-victor-c-knight-provides-insurance-solutions-for-musicians/) - Victor C Knight are specialists in music-related insurance, providing motor insurance at competitive prices for musicians.
- [Explore the 2024 Annual Conference Programme!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/explore-the-2024-annual-conference-programme/) - We are excited to bring you the launch of the 2024 Annual Conference Programme! This year we are focusing on sustainability in music education.
- [Research Shorts: Guest Blog on Nate Holder's 'If I Were a Racist'](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-guest-blog-on-nate-holders-if-i-were-a-racist/) - This week I'm delighted that Professor Robert Mitchell is bringing you Research Shorts, sharing his thoughts on Nate Holder's recent book publication If I Were a Racist, Holder's new book expanded from his poem of the same name, written in 2020. Some thoughts on Nate Holder's If I Were A Racist Robert Mitchell The timing
- [Supporting youth voice with Sound Connections](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-youth-voice-with-sound-connections/) - Sound Connections provides a platform for youth voice and participation, training and professional development opportunities for young people.
- [Why Carbon Literacy is relevant to music educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-carbon-literacy-is-relevant-to-music-educators/) - Next month, the first cohort of our bespoke Carbon Literacy course is taking place, designed with music educators in mind and run by experts in the sector.
- [The Importance of Diverse Musical Voices](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-importance-of-diverse-musical-voices/) - Matt Dix, Founder of Musician of the Month, explains why diverse musical voices should be taught to young people to enhance their understanding of the world.
- [Celebrating Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in Tower Hamlets](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebrating-cultural-diversity-and-inclusion-in-tower-hamlets/) - Two projects in Tower Hamlets aimed to celebrate the borough’s diversity and provide young people with opportunities to explore their cultural identities.
- [Using music to share environmental concerns](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/using-music-to-share-environmental-concerns/) - Earlier this year, the National Open Youth Orchestra premiered a new piece called ‘Elements’ by Alexandra Hamilton-Ayres, highlighting environmental issues.
- [Creating outdoor, multi-sensory spaces at Sounds Wild](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/creating-outdoor-multi-sensory-spaces-at-sounds-wild/) - Sounds Wild is a unique outdoor, multi-sensory exploration for Learning Disabled people of all ages, making outdoor spaces accessible and interactive.
- [Guide Music Mark’s future by joining our Board of Trustees](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/guide-music-marks-future-by-joining-our-board-of-trustees/) - Music Mark is seeking two Members to join our Board of Trustees, as well as one co-opted position. Find out what being a trustee involves and how to apply!
- [Music Opportunities Pilot: Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-opportunities-pilot-breaking-down-barriers-to-opportunity/) - Music Mark are delighted to be partnering with Young Sounds UK to support the Music Opportunities Pilot. Pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds or with SEND will get targeted support to unlock their musical potential, thanks to a new scheme designed to break down the barriers to opportunity and advance their talents. The government’s Music Opportunities Pilot
- [Musicbuds - Doing Diversity Differently](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicbuds-doing-diversity-differently/) - Musicbuds provide training and resources to promote diversity, equity and inclusion for those working with Early Years and Primary-age children
- [Take a sneak peek at our 2024 Annual Conference programme!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/take-a-sneak-peek-at-our-2024-annual-conference-programme/) - With early bird tickets for our 2024 Annual Conference closing this week, we thought now would be a great time to share a sneak peek into this year's programme!
- [Musical Connections: How music can connect children to their environment ](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musical-connections-how-music-can-connect-children-to-their-environment/) - This blog seeks to show how music can be a tool that can connect primary-age children to issues of sustainability and climate change.
- [Safe spaces for young people at the Circle of Light](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/safe-spaces-for-young-people-at-the-circle-of-light/) - The ‘Circle of Light’ is a project taking place in Nottingham to provide a safe space for young people facing mental health problems and music industry barriers
- [Research Shorts: Growing the future early childhood music education workforce](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-growing-the-future-early-childhood-music-education-workforce/) - This week's Research Shorts follows on from last week's lovely research on playful learning, which I'd like to claim credit for but is a happy accident, or perhaps a playful one. I'm talking with Dr Karen Wickett and Jane Parker about their research in finding opportunities for learning for early years and music workforces, and
- [Mastering Finance Fundamentals: Your path to financial clarity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/mastering-finance-fundamentals-your-path-to-financial-clarity/) - In advance of our Finance Fundamentals course starting on the 24th September, we caught up with course leader Mia Seymour to share some insight into the course
- [Beyond the Trees: Community Responses to Climate Change](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/beyond-the-trees-community-responses-to-climate-change/) - ‘Rathdrum: Beyond the Trees’ is a project taking place in County Wicklow, focusing on community-building based on creative responses to climate change.
- [Research Shorts: Playful music learning for primary schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-playful-music-learning-for-primary-schools/) - Welcome back to Research Shorts, kicking off this September with Dr Rachael Byrne's work on playful music. Her recent article presents a model of what 'Playful Music Learning' might mean for primary schools, and is co-authored with her supervisors Dr. Regina Murphy, Dr. Francis Ward, and Dr. Una McCabe. The research is part of her
- [Integrating Climate Education into the Music Curriculum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/integrating-climate-education-into-the-music-curriculum/) - Music provides an ideal opportunity for integrating climate education into the curriculum. The National College has made 2 webinars free to Music Mark members.
- [Bridget's Blog: New year, new beginnings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-new-year-new-beginnings/) - I say it every September, but the new academic year always seems like a fresh start for me, and there is certainly quite a bit of new about this academic year.
- [One and Two-word Ofsted Inspection Grades are Scrapped](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/one-and-two-word-ofsted-inspection-grades-are-scrapped/) - One and two-word Ofsted inspection grades for schools in England have been scrapped. We will no longer see the words OUTSTANDING, GOOD, REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT & INADEQUATE on banners across the gates of school settings. From today, the overall grade categories have been scrapped and in their place there will be the introduction of ‘report cards’.
- [Proud to Present... Brand-New Hullabaloo! Music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/proud-to-present-brand-new-hullabaloo-music/) - Dimensions Curriculum is excited to introduce Hullabaloo!, a revolutionary primary music curriculum designed to bring the joy of music to classrooms everywhere.
- [Teachers Pay Award: Letter to the Secretary of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teachers-pay-award-letter-to-the-secretary-of-state-for-education/) - We wrote to the Secretary of State for Education following last week's Government announcement that they would be giving teachers a pay rise of 5.5%.
- [Nominations for the 2024 Music Mark Awards are now open!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/nominations-for-the-2024-music-mark-awards-are-now-open/) - Nominations are now open for the 2024 Music Mark Awards, which will take place at our Annual Conference in Nottingham on the 18th – 19th November 2024!
- [Support Confirmed for the Teachers' Pension Scheme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/support-confirmed-for-the-teachers-pension-scheme/) - A communication was sent out yesterday (Thursday 15th August) from the Department for Education via Arts Council England to Music Hub Lead Organisations (HLOs) which outlined the outcome of the consultation on employer contributions to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. Following significant advocacy by Music Mark together with the Musicians’ Union and Independent Society of Musicians,
- [Percussion Plus unveils World Slap Djembes](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/percussion-plus-unveils-world-slap-djembes/) - Percussion Plus is proud to introduce the next generation of Slap Djembes, now crafted by the world’s leading djembe manufacturers in Bali.
- [A Letter to the New Secretary of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-new-secretary-of-state-for-education/) - On 11th July 2024 we wrote to Labour's Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, to congratulate her on her appointment and offer our support in fulfilling the manifesto promises for music education. You can read the letter below along with a response received on the 2nd August. Dear Secretary of State for Education
- [UK Riots and the Importance of Diverse and Inclusive Education Practices](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/uk-riots-and-the-importance-of-diverse-and-inclusive-education-practices/) - Music Mark is appalled by the events of the past week, with mindless violence, racism and Islamophobia evident in our towns and cities; carried out by people who do not represent a 21st century, multi-cultural Britain. As communities across the country build back from these events, we should remember the role that education has in
- [A Letter to the new Minister of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-new-minister-of-state-for-education/) - On 18th July 2024 we wrote to Labour’s Minister of State for Education to offer our support as the Department for Education begins to assess what needs to be done to put education ‘at the heart of change and the forefront of national life’. You can read the letter below, along with a response received
- [Mini Music Makers - Early child development through music](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/mini-music-makers-early-child-development-through-music/) - Mini Music Makers was developed by Inspiring Music Central Bedfordshire to engage families with children under 5 who were facing barriers.
- [pBone Music: Making plastic instruments carbon-neutral](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/pbone-music-making-plastic-instruments-carbon-neutral/) - As part of our exploration into the sustainability of instruments, we spoke to pBone Music to find out how their plastic instruments are made sustainably.
- [Bucket Beats XL: breaking world records with recycled materials](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bucket-beats-xl-breaking-world-records-with-recycled-materials/) - On 29th June 2023, Norfolk Music Hub set the current Guinness World Record for the largest percussion ensemble ever to play using only recyclable materials.
- [Getting musical instruments into public libraries](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/getting-musical-instruments-into-public-libraries/) - Scotland's flagship Tinderbox Orchestra will tour libraries across the UK and Ireland to spread a campaign that gets musical instruments into public libraries.
- [Instrument Sustainability and Repairs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/instrument-sustainability-and-repairs/) - Becoming carbon neutral is a challenge for the instrument manufacturing industry, as many instruments have historically relied on threatened natural resources.
- [Music Mark awarded the CfSA Kitemark](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-awarded-the-cfsa-kitemark/) - The CfSA have awarded Music Mark their new kitemark to recognise that we are a subject association that has done excellent work in supporting music education.
- [Subtle adjustments and radical changes: introducing the WIRED Toolkit](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/subtle-adjustments-and-radical-changes-introducing-the-wired-toolkit/) - Heidi Johnson from Yorkshire Sound Women Network tells us more about their WIRED Toolkit and the importance of creating gender-inclusive learning environments.
- [Take part in our research on sustainability practices](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/take-part-in-our-research-on-sustainability-practices/) - Music Mark has commissioned a research project to understand what work is already taking place across hubs and services concerning environmental sustainability.
- [ReTune, Reuse, Recycle: Instrument Recycling for Music Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/retune-reuse-recycle-instrument-recycling-for-music-hubs/) - We spoke to Normans Education about their bespoke musical instrument recycling scheme for Music Hubs, ReTune, as part of our This Is Not A Rehearsal campaign.
- [Bridget's Blog: Are we nearly there yet?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-are-we-nearly-there-yet/) - It’s been quite a year, packed full of twists and turns which have challenged us as we provide a great music education for young people across the UK.
- [#CelebrateMusicEdHubs: Highlights from World Music Day 2024](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/celebratemusicedhubs-highlights-from-world-music-day-2024/) - On World Music Day 2024 we celebrated the last 12 years of Music Education Hubs, as well as the great work happening in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales!
- [Count Me In - A Head Start Approach](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/count-me-in-a-head-start-approach/) - Inspiring Music shares more about their Head Start Approach, which supports children and young people who typically experience learning barriers.
- [T-Time: Making music lessons inclusive for students with dyslexia](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-making-music-lessons-inclusive-for-students-with-dyslexia/) - Earlier this month, we held our final T-Time session of this academic year. Read on for a reflection on our most recent session which focussed on Dyslexia.
- [Research Roundups: August 2023](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundup-august-2023/) - I’m Dr Sarah K. Whitfield, and I’m the new Research Lead for Music Mark. One of the things I’ll be doing each month is sharing recent academic research news in music education, as well as building up the resource library of material we hold here in our own resource library. I’ll be answering your questions
- [Research Roundups: September 2023](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundup-september-2023/) - This month it's back to school for music teachers and university lecturers in the UK: our round up collects recent publications and research about music education in general. During September, which seems to have flown by, I've been meeting lots more fantastic early career researchers (including Kristl Kirk on supporting dyslexic students; Lucy Poole on
- [Research Roundups: November 2023](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundup-november-2023/) - Welcome to the November Research Roundup. There's lots to cover across all different kinds of music education, from teaching the saxophone, music for healing, and music technology. Journal Articles Does applause impact assessment of music performance? Find out more here in this open access article. New work on positioning an Afro-futurist music education. Whole class
- [Research Roundups: Music at the centre of the curriculum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundup-music-at-the-centre-of-the-curriculum/) - Over the next few months, I’ll be pulling together music education research in exploring the relationships between music and broader curriculum delivery. Is music an educational WD-40? What does it unlock or facilitate? And what does all this mean for music learning itself? There have been recent overviews to these broader level questions. Recently, Using
- [Research Roundups: Research considering music within the science curriculum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundups-research-considering-music-within-the-science-curriculum/) - The main question: are there videos with Taylor Swift music to teach science as well as the times tables we covered last time? Of course there are (from water cycles to tectonic plates). There are a fair number of periodic table songs too (with real elements to your more classic Tom Lehrer version) as well
- [Building an Accessible Technology Library](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/building-an-accessible-technology-library/) - Ben Rapp and Ben Sellers told us more about building an accessible instrument library, sharing Lancashire Music Hub’s journey and why this work is important.
- [Discover Music Mark’s Autumn Training & Events Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/discover-music-marks-autumn-training-events-programme/) - As we move towards the end of this academic year, discover our exciting programme of training and events taking place in autumn!
- [Engaging with Innovations in Music Tech](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/engaging-with-innovations-in-music-tech/) - Kate Rounding shares insight into their upcoming session at the Digital Innovation in Music Education Conference, 'Engaging with Innovations in Music Tech'.
- [Bridget's Blog: Advocating through diversity and commonality](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/advocating-through-diversity-and-commonality/) - May started with the government announcement of the new Music Hub Lead Organisations and ended with an Education Select Committee meeting.
- [What's a climate action plan, and why do you need one?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-a-climate-action-plan-and-why-do-you-need-one/) - A climate action plan is defined as 'a detailed plan to enable your education setting, or trust, to progress or commence sustainability initiatives.'
- [Building orchestral ambition in the SEND classroom](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/building-orchestral-ambition-in-the-send-classroom/) - Find out more about the new Aurora classroom resources. How can teachers support young people with SEND to build their own orchestral ambitions?
- [Research Shorts: Dominants or Diminished 7ths? Assessing Year 7 pupils' prior knowledge](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-dominants-diminished-year-7-pupils-music/) - This week I've been chatting with Mark Phillips about his recent research supporting secondary schools delivering music education. His work has a particular focus on how Year 7s enter into Secondary, something on the minds of all post-Sats Year 6 teachers dealing with transition days, and secondary schools planning on supporting a good transition into
- [Research Shorts: Climate-conscious popular music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-climate-conscious-popular-music-education/) - This week, as our This Is Not A Rehearsal campaign continues, I'm excited to be talking to Dr. Linus Eusterbrock about his recent work around climate conscious music education. His work argues that 'music education can, and should, contribute to a cultural transformation towards sustainability and climate justice'. (For more about what climate justice is,
- [New resources launched for #PromsInThePlayground 2024](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/new-resources-launched-for-promsintheplayground-2024/) - The Brass Bands England (BBE) #PromsInThePlayground initiative is set to return this summer, spanning the last three weeks of the school term from 8 - 26 July.
- [Incorporating Music Technology into your teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/incorporating-music-technology-into-your-teaching/) - Join The UK Association for Music Education - Music Mark at the inaugural Digital Innovation in Music Education Virtual Conference, online on 25th June 2024.
- [The English National Plan for Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-english-national-plan-for-music-education/) - Music Mark have commissioned an independent think tank, Demos, to cost the English National Plan for Music Education to understand the Plan's full costs.
- [The Benefits of Technology in Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-benefits-of-technology-in-music-education/) - We asked the Digital Innovation in Music Education Conference's keynote speaker, Dr Mat Dalgleish, about his work and how technology benefits music education.
- [Moving Beyond Talk: From Action to Impact](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/moving-beyond-talk-from-action-to-impact/) - The Talk in Action campaign catalysed change by encouraging members to take action towards embedding EDI and provided events and support for organisations.
- [Faber Music launches free Teachers' Community following music research findings](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/faber-music-launches-free-teachers-community-following-music-research-findings/) - Launching today, The Faber Music Teachers’ Community will be completely free and will focus on areas of Piano Pedagogy and Resources, Music Theory, and CPD.
- [Why you should become a board member](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-you-should-become-a-board-member/) - Voluntary roles can be a valuable and rewarding experience. Hear why some of the Music Mark team volunteer as board and committee members and what it involves.
- [Monitoring your carbon footprint](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/monitoring-your-carbon-footprint/) - Calculating your music organisation’s carbon footprint is an important way to make meaningful changes to your work to have less environmental impact.
- [OHMI Music-Makers extends to three new areas](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ohmi-music-makers-extends-to-three-new-areas/) - More disabled children have the opportunity to participate in music-making following the extension of the OHMI Music-Makers Whole Class Programme.
- [Research Shorts: Music Always Helps](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-music-always-helps/) - This week, which has seen a lot of discussion on music education twitter about the uptake of GCSE music (I got involved, there were graphs), I'm speaking with Dr Maruša Levstek about her research on KS4 music qualifications with Prof Robin Banarjee and Daniel Elliot, with the support of Emma Collins from Create Music. This
- [Great Leadership = Great Music Hubs](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/great-leadership-great-music-hubs/) - Music Mark has teamed up with The Leadership Collective to create a bespoke leadership programme to help your team to find the best ways of working together.
- [What is Carbon Literacy?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-is-carbon-literacy/) - Music Mark recently undertook Carbon Literacy training to understand our emissions as a group and individual. What is carbon literacy and why is it important?
- [Bridget's Blog: All Change!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-all-change/) - There are significant changes going on across the UK impacting music education, from national policy change, to changes in local communities and in education.
- [Why is marketing your music service important?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/why-is-marketing-your-music-service-important/) - Marketing has an important role to play in supporting your Music Hub or Service through challenges and helps to create a successful organisation.
- [Music Hub Investment Programme Announcement](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-hub-investment-programme-announcement/) - Arts Council England announced the successful new Hub Lead Organisations for the Music Hub programme starting in September 2024 today.
- [HertsArts - A beacon of creativity for children in care](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/hertsarts-a-beacon-of-creativity-for-children-in-care/) - HertsArts serves as a beacon of creativity for children in care, providing weekly music groups, performance opportunities, and celebratory events.
- [How 'A Common Approach' shapes instrumental teaching](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/how-a-common-approach-shapes-instrumental-teaching/) - A Common Approach supports music educators develop a holistic approach to teaching. Sonia Kenny shares how it has shaped her work as an instrumental tutor.
- [Research Shorts: Piano Pedagogy and Building Resilience For Key Stage 1](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-piano-pedagogy-and-building-resilience-for-key-stage-1/) - This week I've been talking with Cara Whitmee, who has recently completed her Masters degree exploring how piano teachers think their Key Stage 1 (KS1) children develop resilience skills through their piano lessons. She wondered to what extent piano teachers were aware of potential links in the first place, and wanted to discover if teachers'
- [Music Mark Annual Conference 2024: Call for Content](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-annual-conference-2024-call-for-content/) - Music Mark's 2024 conference will have the theme of Sustainability in Music Education, and the call for content is now open!
- [An Introduction to the Climate Crisis](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/an-introduction-to-the-climate-crisis/) - Earth Day 2024 marks the launch of Music Mark's new campaign - This Is Not A Rehearsal, raising awareness of the climate crisis in the music education sector.
- [Introducing The Leadership Development Programme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-the-leadership-development-programme/) - The Leadership Development Programme is a bespoke programme designed to help your team find the best ways of working together and create thriving work cultures.
- [Research Shorts: Musical Play with Rosie Rushton](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-play-with-rosie-rushton/) - Researcher and practitioner Rosie Rushton tells us about her work around ‘musical play’ for people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).
- [Teachers' Pension Scheme: An update for employers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teachers-pension-scheme-an-update-for-employers/) - An update on the Teachers Pension Scheme for employers with teachers in the scheme. On 11th March, the Department for Education confirmed that they would support Local Authorities who have Centrally Employed Teachers (CETs) enrolled in the Teachers' Pension Scheme with the additional 5% increase to employers' contributions from April 1st 2024 for one financial
- [#MusicMark10: Reflecting on our 10th Birthday](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-reflecting-on-our-10th-birthday/) - Bridget reflects on the other articles posted in our 10th birthday blog series and the changes the music education sector has faced in the last decade.
- [T-Time: Finding the Finances](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/t-time-finding-the-finances/) - Last month, Music Mark held the first T-Time session, bringing together teachers from different areas of the UK to discuss the topic of 'Finding the Finances.'
- [Bridget's Blog: Evaluating our approach towards the Climate Crisis](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-evaluating-our-approach-towards-the-climate-crisis/) - I don’t think there is a single place in the British Isles that hasn’t been affected by the severe weather we have had over the past few weeks. Whilst battling umbrellas that won’t stay up in strong winds, trying to look smart at a meeting when the only sensible footwear is wellingtons, and that inevitable
- ['Future Music Makers' - Hubs, Schools and Artists Working Together](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/future-music-makers-hubs-schools-and-artists-working-together/) - Three local Bedford artists and Project Creative Directors share what they gained from the FUTURE MUSIC MAKERS rap and beatboxing project.
- [Research Shorts: Resurrecting Song with Dr Wendy K. Moy](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-resurrecting-song-with-dr-wendy-k-moy/) - There was a time, not very long ago, when singing was at the forefront of debates about safety in classrooms and choirs were seen as the dangerous epicentre of 'super-spreader' events. Though it might seem rather hazy to look back on now, Music Mark was at the forefront of conversations about risk management and worked
- [Bridget’s Blog: Music Education and the Climate Emergency – a conference hot topic](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-music-education-and-the-climate-emergency-a-conference-hot-topic/) - With the 2021 Music Mark Annual Conference now just days away, Bridget reflects on programming Music Education and the Climate Emergency as the theme for this year’s hot topic discussion. I can hardly believe that we are just days away from our conference in Brighton! We started planning taking the conference to the south coast
- [Music Fans Want More Action on Climate Change](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-fans-want-more-action-on-climate-change/) - ‘Turn Up The Volume’ survey from Music Declares Emergency. Music fans are most likely to care about climate change and place a higher priority on tackling the crisis than non-music fans, a new report published yesterday (Monday 9 May 2022) reveals. The initial findings of the University of Glasgow-led study, entitled Turn Up the Volume,
- [Join our Climate Crisis Steering Group](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/join-our-climate-crisis-steering-group/) - Following the success of our Talk into Action and Get Playing campaigns, we are now focusing on the Climate Crisis for our 2024/25 campaign, This Is Not A Rehearsal. A topic that will affect all of us in our daily lives, including how we deliver high-quality music education. We feel it is more important than
- ['This Is Not A Rehearsal' - Call for Youth Participants](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/this-is-not-a-rehearsal-call-for-youth-participants/) - #For our 2024/25 campaign, This Is Not A Rehearsal, we are focusing on the Climate Crisis. More important than ever, it is a topic that will affect all of us in our daily lives, including how young people access music education. The Climate Crisis will affect future generations and it is important that the campaign
- [Empowering Youth Through Music: Holly's Journey](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/empowering-youth-through-music-hollys-journey/) - Holly, a 17-year-old Tuba student, shares her musical journey with us and shows how Music Services can make a profound difference to the lives of young people.
- [What's on at Music Mark this Summer Term 2024?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-on-at-music-mark-this-summer-term-2/) - Find out how you can enhance your skills and engage with the music education community in the Summer Term with Music Mark's programme of training and events.
- [Music Mark's Highlights - 10 Years In](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-marks-highlights-10-years-in/) - Find out about Music Mark's highlights and successes from the past 10 years in supporting and advocating for the music education sector.
- [Teachers' Pension Scheme: Further Correspondence with the Schools Minister](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teachers-pension-scheme-further-correspondence-with-the-schools-minister/) - In our recent correspondence with the Schools Minister, we’re pleased to hear that Local Authorities who employ teachers centrally will receive support throughout the next financial year – April 2024 to March 2025 – for the 5% increase in employers’ contributions to the Teachers' Pension Scheme. We have responded to the Schools Minister to share
- [‘Future Music Makers’ – Exploring Beatboxing and Rap in the NPME](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/future-music-makers-exploring-beatboxing-and-rap-in-the-npme/) - FUTURE MUSIC MAKERS was a ‘Test and Learn’ project for BACE (Bedford Arts and Cultural Education) taking place during Spring 2023. The project, developed and delivered in partnership with Bedford Music Hub and produced by Glow Training, explored how beatboxing and rap can be used to deliver the new National Plan for Music Education. In
- ['Future Music Makers' - Bringing Rap and Beatboxing into Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/future-music-makers-bringing-rap-and-beatboxing-into-schools/) - Future Music Makers explored how beatboxing and rap can be used to deliver the new National Plan for Music Education, bringing new genres into schools.
- [Bridget's Blog: Ensuring the Future of Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-ensuring-the-future-of-music-education/) - Last week we published 6 key areas a new government must focus on to promote accessible, excellent musical learning for all young people to enrich their lives.
- [Advanced British Standard: Share your views](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/advanced-british-standard-share-your-views/) - The Department for Education consultation on the proposed reforms to post-16 education is open and will close on 20th March 2024. Your views on the introduction of the Advanced British Standard during this consultation period are crucial. Music Mark urge you to submit your response to protect the musical foundations you are giving young people.
- [Response from the Schools Minister: Funding Confirmation](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/response-from-the-schools-minister-funding-confirmation/) - The Schools Minister has responded to our recent letter regarding funding for the Teacher's Pension Scheme and performance-based funding for Music Hubs.
- [Ensuring the Future of Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ensuring-the-future-of-music-education/) - We have announced the development of six calls to action which will be presented to all political parties ahead of the UK election this year. The purpose of the six calls to action is to make the case to any new UK government that it should understand the value of music education and appreciate the
- [Digital Innovation in Music Education Conference 2024 - Call for Content](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/digital-innovation-in-music-education-conference-2024-call-for-content/) - A DIME / TiME collaboration, in association with Music Mark Tuesday 25th June 2024, Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester Content submissions for the inaugural Digital Innovation in Music Education Conference 2024 are now open and we would love to hear from you. Find the full details below, and complete this form to submit your
- [#MusicMark10: Changes in the Early Years music education sector](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-changes-in-the-early-years-music-education-sector/) - In this edition of our 10th birthday blog series, Dr Jessica Pitt explores both the positive and negative aspects of the Early Years music education sector over the last decade. To be invited to write a piece about the last decade of Early Years (EY) music education in England is a privilege and a responsibility.
- [M:Tech - Elevating Musical Creativity During Activity Time](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/mtech-elevating-musical-creativity-during-activity-time/) - From time constraints, lack of training, to limited access to equipment, music technology can represent a daunting and difficult area of education to cover. M:Tech steps in with a dynamic and engaging solution. Inspiring Musical Exploration M:Tech is an exhilarating after-school music technology and creative composition club tailored for Key Stage 2 children. Taking
- [What to expect from the Industry x Education Interface](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/what-to-expect-from-the-industry-x-education-interface/) - We have partnered with the Music Industries Association to host a new and exciting networking event for Music Mark members on the 7th March in London. We caught up with Anthony Short, Executive Director of the MIA to discuss what to expect on the day and why it could be central to help support Music
- [#MusicMark10: Reflections from Hubs and Services across the UK](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-reflections-from-hubs-and-services-across-the-uk/) - In this instalment of our 10th birthday blog series, we spoke to colleagues from Music Hubs & Services across the UK, to hear how their work has changed over the past decade, as well as what they’re looking forward to in the future. Charlotte Payne (Inspiring Music – Central Bedfordshire, England), James Cunningham (Renfrewshire Music
- [Research Shorts: Bringing Informal Learning into Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-informal-learning-in-music-education/) - This very grey week in February has been brightened up by hearing about Dr Anna Mariguddi's research in supporting student music teachers to use informal music learning in their teaching practice. Anna's work will encourage music teachers at all stages to find new ways to work with their pupils. What is informal learning and how
- [Making the Most of Musicians in Primary Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/making-the-most-of-musicians-in-primary-schools/) - Musician of the Month provides a whole school approach to music teaching, with resources designed to focus on a different musician each month. Matt Dix, the CEO and Founder of Musician of the Month, shares how this allows students to explore musicians in more detail whilst still learning about a wide variety of genres and
- [Music Hub Partnership Opportunity with AYM](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-hub-partnership-opportunity-with-aym/) - Musical talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t; family finances and other obstacles too often get in the way. Awards for Young Musicians (AYM) support young musicians from low income families with funding and other help, and support music education through training, advocacy and research. Their strategically-targeted programmes help young musicians from across the UK to
- [Research Shorts: Making a safe learning environment for LGBTQ+ students](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-short-making-a-safe-learning-environment-for-lgbtq-students/) - This week I'm delighted to meet Tony Rideout, a US based researcher who is completing his doctorate in Music Education as well as being a part time Music Education lecturer at Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. He also teaches General Music from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5
- [#MusicMark10: Integrating technology into music teaching and learning](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-integrating-technology-into-music-teaching-and-learning/) - As Music Mark celebrates its 10th anniversary, Mark Burke (Founder and Director) shares how Charanga has developed over the past decade with the rise of technology, as well as looking at how Charanga will continue to support the music education sector in the future. Working with schools and teachers, most often in partnership with local
- [Correspondence with the Schools Minister: Funding Shortfall](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/correspondence-with-the-schools-minister-music-education-funding-shortfall/) - Over the past few months, we have had correspondence with the new Schools Minister, Damian Hinds, around the current landscape in the music education sector. On 5th December we sent a joint letter with the ISM and the MU highlighting the specific challenge around the funding shortfall for the Teacher's Pension Scheme (TPS). This will
- [Bridget's Blog: Further reflections on the future of Talk into Action](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-further-reflections-on-the-future-of-talk-into-action/) - Earlier this month, I published a blog about embedding Equity Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) into our work as a next step in our vision for Talk into Action. It was intended to celebrate our on-going commitment to all aspects of ED&I. Since publishing it, it’s clear that this message didn’t come through clearly enough, and
- [Supporting Sheku Kanneh-Mason](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/supporting-sheku-kanneh-mason/) - Music Mark is deeply saddened to read of the online racist abuse being directed at the internationally renowned cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason following his interview on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. Talking about the song 'Rule Britannia' being performed as part of the last night of the BBC Proms, he rightly points out that there
- [Schools in Wales given free access to rehearsal tracks for the Urdd Eisteddfod 2024](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-in-wales-given-free-access-to-rehearsal-tracks-for-the-urdd-eisteddfod-2024/) - In collaboration with Charanga Cymru, National Music Service Wales (NMS Wales) and the Urdd Eisteddfod are announcing a new development that will pave the way for more Welsh children to participate in the festival. As part of the new partnership – the first of its kind between NMS Wales and the Urdd Eisteddfod – rehearsal
- [Music Mark featured in 'Your Subject Association'](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-featured-in-your-subject-association/) - Music Mark has been featured in 'Your Subject Association' in our capacity as the UK association for music education. This catalogue is being sent to all schools in the country, so be sure to get a hold of your copy!
- [Bridget's Blog: Campaigning to celebrate musical learning, from Why Music to Get Playing](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-campaigning-to-celebrate-musical-learning-from-why-music-to-get-playing/) - When parents and carers are often the decision-makers in what children learn beyond the classroom, it is essential that we can get them on board with musical learning. CEO Bridget Whyte reflects on Get Playing - our latest national campaign to celebrate the benefits of music and signpost parents to local music education providers... My
- [Introducing Music Mark’s Autumn 2022 Programme of Events](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/introducing-music-marks-autumn-2022-programme-of-events/) - As we begin a new academic year, we’ve shared some of our events we are looking forward to this Autumn term, from expert-led webinars to practical training sessions. Whether you're a peripatetic tutor, a school music lead, or the director of a Music Hub, we're sure there'll be something for you in our programme of
- [#CanDoMusic partners refresh campaign and call for music education champions](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/candomusic-partners-refresh-campaign-and-call-for-music-education-champions/) - As schools across the UK reopen for the new academic year this Autumn, the partners who created the #CanDoMusic campaign are calling on everyone to champion music as part of every child’s education. The #CanDoMusic campaign began in August 2020 following the first COVID-19 national lockdown, with the aim of supporting teachers in ensuring music be a
- [Response from the new Schools Minister](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/response-from-the-new-schools-minister/) - On the 23rd November, we wrote to the new Schools Minister to introduce Music Mark and outline our view of the current landscape. We also offered our support and the opportunity to meet with us to discuss our statements and share some case studies of the great work which has been achieved through the Government's
- [Research Roundups: Recent Music Education Research January 2024](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-roundups-recent-music-education-research-january-2024/) - The first round-up of the new year finds us on a snowy day for much of the UK, as the Music Mark office is comparing ways to keep warm (electric blanket here!). Let's get right to the world of Music Education research and recent publications, we've got a bumper edition of two months' worth of
- [Soundbeam: Making Assistive Music Technology More Accessible](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/soundbeam-making-assistive-music-technology-more-accessible/) - Assistive music technology may seem daunting to some when first introduced. Tim Swingler, co-director of Soundbeam, shares how Soundbeam has addressed potential obstacles through training, product improvements, and encouraging innovation. Happily, it is now a given that access to creative expression – especially through music – can have massive and positive implications for SEN-labelled individuals.
- [National Youth Choir's Young Conductors scheme](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/national-youth-choirs-young-conductors-scheme/) - The National Youth Choir is more than just a choir. Since the organisation was founded 40 years ago it has grown from a single choir of 100 young singers to become a nationwide community aiming to lead the way in youth singing and to provide exciting, inclusive opportunities for all young people. As well as
- [Research Shorts: Merseyside Creative Futures, a new resource and project](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-merseyside-creative-futures-a-new-resource-and-project/) - Welcome back to 2024's Research Shorts series, and to kick things off, I'm talking with Dr Kate Blackstone about her work in Merseyside. In this Short, the academic work is supporting and conducting interviews and drawing out threads from across them, to create an impactful document that can itself be used. It's great to see
- [Bridget's Blog: Embedding EDI as a golden thread](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-embedding-edi-as-a-golden-thread/) - Talk into Action was created by Music Mark to support organisations in the music education sector to achieve their Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) goals. We believe that building an inclusive sector, across all protected characteristics, is something we must all be constantly striving towards. Our campaign recognised there was much fantastic work already happening
- [Schools Minister Response: Music Education Funding Shortfall](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/schools-minister-response-music-education-funding-shortfall/) - On 5th December we wrote, in partnership with the Independent Society of Musicians and the Musicians Union, to the Secretary of State for Education on behalf of the employers and employees of music education delivery organisations across England, which are currently facing a significant funding shortfall that will severely limit their ability to deliver the Government’s
- [#MusicMark10: Making meaningful sustainable changes in music education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-making-meaningful-sustainable-changes-in-music-education/) - The Climate Crisis is something that has become ever more present both in news cycles and in our daily lives. As a topic it can feel both distant and overwhelming, an issue that is too big to tackle as individuals in our work lives or through personal actions. To some extent this is true, and
- [Accessible Formats in Music Education: Music Hub Partnership Opportunity](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/accessible-formats-in-music-education-music-hub-partnership-opportunity/) - RNIB, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, is the UK’s leading sight loss charity, offering practical and emotional support to blind and partially sighted people, their families, and carers. RNIB has been granted funding from Arts Council England to lead a short-term project to identify and develop strategies for improving the repertoire of musical
- [#MusicMark10: Decolonising the Music Curriculum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-decolonising-the-music-curriculum/) - Roger Wilson from Black Lives in Music reflects on the ‘Decolonising the Music Curriculum: Concepts in Practice’ session from the Music Mark Annual Conference 2023, sharing his thoughts on the progress that has been made towards decolonising the music education curriculum, but also highlighting the areas which still need change. I had the pleasure of
- [Bridget's Blog: 'Tis the season](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-tis-the-season/) - By now most of you will have sung at least one carol, eaten a mince pie and perhaps become an expert in exactly how many days (or hours?!) it is till you can finish for the holidays! We all look forward to the end of December, whether we celebrate Christmas, another religious or secular holiday or
- [The 2023 Music Mark Award Winners!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-2023-music-mark-award-winners/) - As part of our 10th birthday celebrations, last week we announced the winners of our first ever Music Mark Awards at our Annual Conference in Southampton! Throughout the conference dinner, we announced each of our four award winners and shared the amazing work they have been doing within the music education sector. Talk into
- [A Letter to the Secretary of State for Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-education-secretary/) - On 5th December we wrote, in partnership with the ISM and MU, to the Secretary of State for Education on behalf of the employers and employees of music education delivery organisations across England, which are currently facing a significant funding shortfall that will severely limit their ability to deliver the Government’s 2022 National Plan for
- [Teachers’ Pensions Scheme: Transitional Protection Regulations](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/teachers-pensions-scheme-transitional-protection-regulations/) - Government consultation response, July 2023 If you were a member of the TPS on 31st March 2012 and had continuous service until at least 1st April 2015, you are eligible for ‘remedy’ for the period April 2015 to March 2022. This follows a ruling in the McCloud case that transitional arrangements (which were intended to
- [Royal Scottish National Orchestra announces global partnership with Charanga](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/royal-scottish-national-orchestra-announces-global-partnership-with-charanga/) - The Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) and Charanga are delighted to announce an exciting new global partnership. Over the coming year, teachers, students and schools using Charanga’s online music teaching and learning platform will be able to access a suite of bespoke educational materials developed by the RSNO and Charanga alongside a range of
- [Holiday Pay Clarity Reached](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/holiday-pay-clarity-reached/) - Following the Harpur Trust vs Brazel case, the UK government consulted early in 2023 on proposals to change the law on calculating holiday pay for part-year workers such as peripatetic music tutors. It has now responded to this consultation (along with two others: Working Time Regulations records and small TUPE consultations). The Supreme Court’s judgement
- [#MusicMark10: Reflecting on youth voice and participation over the past decade](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-reflecting-on-youth-voice-and-participation-over-the-past-decade/) - Liz Coomb, Programme Manager at Sound Connections, explores how the inclusion of youth voice in the music education sector has developed over the last 10 years, and highlights some of the current work taking place to incorporate and promote youth voice within the sector as part of our #MusicMark10 blog series. Back in 2013, when
- [What's on at Music Mark this Spring Term?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-on-at-music-mark-this-spring-term/) - As the new year grows closer, find out how you can enhance your skills and engage with the wider music education community in the 2024 Spring Term with our exciting programme of training and events. From our 'Talk into Action: Emerge to Thrive' online training course, to peer groups, practical sessions, and much more, this
- [Research Shorts: Musical perseverance and progress with Chrissy Kinsella](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-perseverance-and-progress-with-chrissy-kinsella/) - This week I'm meeting a special guest, Chrissy Kinsella, who you may know from her work as Chief Executive of the London Music Fund (LMF) whose 'mission is to transform under-served communities by enabling children to access high-quality music education.' As well as being CEO of the charity, Chrissy is also a researcher, and most
- [Music Education Hubs are providing life changing opportunities](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-education-hubs-are-providing-life-changing-opportunities/) - Following the publication of a letter sent by the ISM to the (former) Schools Minister, Nick Gibb, Music Mark adds its voice to concerns about the source they quote as saying ‘75% of current Music Education Hubs are underperforming’. The current network of Music Education Hub partnerships have significantly increased access to musical learning over
- [Research Shorts: Musical agency and young pianists](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-musical-agency-and-young-pianists/) - This week we're chatting to a recent Masters in Education graduate, Gill Shaw, who has 20 years of experience in music education. Her recent thesis explored the experience of piano students in lessons, and how individual students understand their own musical agency. She has been working on a framework that encourages learners to be supported,
- [Research Shorts: Music Masters Changeathon](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-music-masters-changeathon/) - A slightly different format this week, as last week I attended the Music Masters Changeathon at Mansion House in London on Tuesday 24 October, hosted and supported by the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of London. While I'm slightly stretching the concept of a research short here, there's so much to cover with important ideas
- [Research Shorts: Music Education Partnership Projects](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-music-education-partnership-projects/) - This week I've been talking to Dr Emma Nenadic, who finished and was awarded her PhD this year on Music Education Partnership Projects (MEPPs) at BCU, where she's now a research assistant. Emma's work is particularly important to hubs and services planning new kinds of partnerships, and to teachers and researchers embarking on new activities
- ["We're losing both schools and parents": The Cost of Music Education](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/were-losing-both-schools-and-parents-the-cost-of-music-education/) - Our recent survey has revealed the difficult future facing Music Hubs and Music Services in England, and in turn, the impact it is having on children and young people benefitting from their work. 76% of all Music Hubs and Services in England participated in the survey to help share the impact of these rising costs.
- [Research Shorts: What is music education for? A conversation with Martin Fautley](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-what-is-music-education-for-a-conversation-with-martin-fautley/) - This week I'm talking with Professor Martin Fautley, a well known figure in music education, about his work and his thoughts on the last decade as part of the #MusicMark10 celebrations. Martin is Professor of Education, and is part of at the B-MERG research group at Birmingham City University. We started off by turning our
- [Music For Youth: #ThankYourMusicTeacher](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-for-youth-thankyourmusicteacher/) - Music for Youth Announces 2023 Proms at The Royal Albert Hall and a National Campaign to Celebrate Music Teachers On 14 & 15 November, over 3,000 young musicians from across the UK will perform live on-stage at the Royal Albert Hall for two unforgettable nights of music in the biggest and most exciting Music for
- [Bridget's Blog: What's in a name?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-whats-in-a-name/) - The UK Association for Music Education – Music Mark – is the ripe old age of 10 this year! When two membership associations came together in 2013 one of the knotty questions they had to answer was what to call the new one! What they came up with is quite a mouthful so of course
- [Research Shorts 'Reimagining Music Education' in conversation with Mary Stakelum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-reimagining-music-education-in-conversation-with-mary-stakelum/) - As Music Mark celebrates its 10th birthday year, we have been looking back across the decade and seeing how we got here from there. One of these areas is in the vibrant field of music education research, a well established area of study for undergraduate students as well as postgraduate taught and research courses. Over
- [The Music Mark Awards: Who should you nominate?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-music-mark-awards-who-should-you-nominate/) - The Music Mark Awards will highlight some of the great work that is happening around the country.
- [Warwick Music Group: expanding partnerships with Music Services in England](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/warwick-music-group-expanding-partnerships-with-music-services-in-england/) - Warwick Music Group shares what it looks like to partner with them as a music service, from facilitating progressive and inclusive teaching practices, to assisting with inventory management and providing sustainable solutions to accessing instruments. Warwick Music Group, the creators of pBone, pTrumpet and a host of beginner whole-class ensemble instruments, are seeking to extend
- [Research Shorts: Young children's musical play in the outdoors](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-young-childrens-musical-play-in-the-outdoors/) - As autumn is in the air, I'm talking with Stefanie Williams about musical play outdoors with young children. Stefanie is an early years music researcher alongside her work as an Arts Council Relationship Manager. Stefanie explained her work was really focused on 'the musical characteristics of young children’s free play in the outdoors', and to
- [Ofsted's new Music Subject Report](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/ofsteds-new-music-subject-report/) - Following the publication of a set of literature review reports from Ofsted in 2021/22, they are now publishing subject reports. The Music Subject Report was published on Thursday 21st September 2023, the first since 2012/13. The report highlights the findings from visits to 50 schools – 25 primary and 25 secondary – from across England.
- [Research Shorts: Decoding music education with dyslexic students](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-decoding-music-education-with-dyslexic-students/) - 'Decoding music education with dyslexic students: An action research project examining student, teacher and parental interactions in instrumental lessons'
- [Research Shorts: Perceptions and experiences of the changing adolescent female singing voice](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-adolescent-female-voice/) - This week I’ve been at the Music Mark North West conference, meeting educators, researchers, practitioners, and industry leads, held at the Royal Northern College of Music. It was a great opportunity to hear about some exciting new work happening across a range of areas, especially around inclusion and Whole Class Ensemble Teaching. I’ll be working
- [Inclusion and Changing Tracks… what next?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/inclusion-and-changing-tracks-what-next/) - by Ben Stevens, Music Director at Hertfordshire Music Service A music service leader’s experience during the Changing Tracks research project – and why it’s so important to keep sharing, caring and learning about inclusion. It wasn’t long after I started my role at Hertfordshire Music Service (HMS) in 2019, sitting in an open office behind
- [Bridget’s Blog: Welcome back for a new academic year](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-welcome-back-for-a-new-academic-year/) - Well, it’s been an interesting Summer, hasn’t it? The weather hasn’t quite been, well, ‘summer’ and for many of us it’s been a mix of leave to recharge as well as business as usual with plenty to keep us busy. Every year I collect up a long list of things to do over the summer
- [Music Mark launches new Tabla section in A Common Approach](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-launches-new-tabla-section-in-a-common-approach/) - Catherine Brentnall and Harjit Singh highlight the importance of expanding the resource with more culturally diverse instruments. A Common Approach is one of our most adaptable resources here at Music Mark, and we are proud to continue expanding its content. Shaped by Music Mark values and the voices of practitioners across the UK, A Common
- [Research Shorts: Experiencing an “overwhelmingly white” music curriculum](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-experiencing-an-overwhelmingly-white-music-curriculum/) - This week I spoke with Natasha Hendry about her vital work in anti-racist music education, and in particular her work to understand the experiences of Global Majority music professionals and teachers who grew up in the UK as well as secondary school students. Natasha’s research project has now been published as an academic article
- [The importance of celebrating successes: introducing the first ever Music Mark Awards](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/the-importance-of-celebrating-successes-introducing-the-first-ever-music-mark-awards/) - We’re not only celebrating Music Mark’s 10th birthday this year….we’re celebrating you! This November, we are so excited to host the first-ever Music Mark Awards at our 2023 Annual Conference in Southampton on November 27 - 28. We can't wait to share this special moment with our delegates and celebrate some of the innovation,
- [Research Shorts: From conservatoire students to music educators](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/research-shorts-from-conservatoire-students-to-music-educators/) - Last month, I met with Dr Luan Shaw who is based at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire to talk more about her and her research in music education. Luan is working to embed teaching in the heart of conservatoire students’ training, and her recent research explores what the value of that is for both students and the
- [Music Mark urges Government to reconsider £1.2m cut to Teachers Pension Scheme support](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-urges-government-to-reconsider-1-2m-cut-to-teachers-pension-scheme-support/) - Within the new Music Hub Investment Programme guidance for applicants was a single line statement which will result in a cut of over £1.2m to music provision from September 2024 as government withdraws support for Teachers Pension Scheme. In 2018 the government recognised that the Teachers' Pension Scheme was underperforming and would need increased investment to
- [Matt Hancock calls for arts Speakers for Schools](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/matt-hancock-calls-for-arts-speakers-for-schools/) - Minister of State for Digital and Culture, Matt Hancock, is spearheading an initiative to get more arts leaders signed up to Speakers for Schools. In his blog post, he writes: The arts are potentially one of the greatest forces for openness and social mobility we have. Learning about our cultural heritage is central to having
- [Bridget's Blog: A timely reminder of why we do what we do!](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-a-timely-reminder-of-why-we-do-what-we-do/) - After a week of attending some inspiring events, CEO Bridget Whyte reflects on why it's so important to take a step back from meetings and emails, listen to the experiences of young people and remember why we do what we do. I feel lucky to be able to lead a team from my garden office.
- [Apple Education Pricing Now Accessible to All Music Services Staff](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/apple-education-pricing-now-accessible-to-all-music-services-staff/) - At Music Mark, a recurring comment from members over the last few years is the difficulties that those not formally associated with local education authorities have in accessing Apple Education Pricing. We are delighted, therefore, to announce that following discussions with Apple and Jigsaw24, staff at all Music Services will now be able to access these educational
- [What’s on at Music Mark this Autumn Term?](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/whats-on-at-music-mark-this-autumn-term/) - Get ready to kick off the academic year with a bang! Enhance your skills and join the vibrant music education community through our exciting programme of training and events for the 2023 Autumn Term. From our highly anticipated Annual Conference to a webinar update from Ofsted, leadership training courses, and interactive music teacher CPD, we’ve
- [Auditions open for children aged 8-14 to join NCO 2024](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/auditions-open-for-children-aged-8-14-to-join-nco-2024/) - It’s that time of year again where The National Children's Orchestras of Great Britain (NCO) opens its arms (and ears!) to video auditions from 8-14 year olds interested in joining NCO 2024. Children from all backgrounds who play orchestral instruments are invited to audition to join NCO's National or Projects programmes for the coming year.
- [Music Mark: Our Vision and Mission 2020](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/music-mark-our-vision-and-mission/) - ‘I would teach children music, physics and philosophy, but most importantly music’ - Plato Music Mark believes that over 2,000 years later Plato is still right, but we would go one step further. Our refreshed Vision not only stresses that every child should have access to music education, but that it should be the
- [Bridget’s Blog: What to expect at Music Mark’s Annual Conference 2023](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/bridgets-blog-what-to-expect-at-music-marks-annual-conference-2023/) - Based all around the theme of 'dynamism', CEO Bridget Whyte gives a glimpse into what to expect from Music Mark's 2023 Annual Conference programme, from virtual reality, to future industry pathways, and even birthday cake... Last week I met up with a friend I worked with at Sing Up and we reminisced about the many
- [#MusicMark10: Celebrating milestones and stepping into the next decade](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/musicmark10-celebrating-milestones-and-stepping-into-the-next-decade/) - As we mark our ten-year anniversary, CEO of Music Mark, Bridget Whyte, reflects on the organisation's milestones since its beginnings, highlights our new strategic priorities for the future, unveils our new video, and introduces the #MusicMark10 blog series. Milestones celebrated over extended periods are becoming more and more popular. Celebrations for my last significant birthday
- [Faber Music Collaborates with Sound Connections in Research Project to Support UK Instrumental Music Teachers](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/faber-music-collaborates-with-sound-connections-in-research-project-to-support-uk-instrumental-music-teachers/) - Leading educational publisher, Faber Music, has joined forces with Sound Connections to launch a research project aimed at gaining deeper insights into the needs of instrumental music teachers and students in the UK. The project invites instrumental music teachers to contribute their thoughts and experiences, offering them a special year-long 20% discount on all Faber
- [Empowering Students through Digital Music and Global Citizenship](https://www.musicmark.org.uk/news/empowering-students-through-digital-music-and-global-citizenship/) - Look around any public space, and you're guaranteed to see headphones adorning the ears of people of all ages... In today's digital age, music has become more accessible than ever before. Digital platforms have revolutionised the way we connect with music, podcasts, and cultural content, offering us a gate