Youth String Workshop
2021-06-20 | Albert Hall, Nottingham, N Circus Street, Nottingham, NG1 5AA, United Kingdom
1.30pm – 5.30pm at the Albert Hall, Nottingham
Come and experience string playing for young violinists, violists, cellists and bassists. Two string orchestras for players of all abilities (grade 2 – 8+). The Junior orchestra for players grade 2 – 5 standard, conducted by Ann-Marie Shaw, will enjoy a range of music that will introduce young instrumentalists to playing in an ensemble, including The Toreadors by Bizet. The Senior orchestra, for players grade 5+ standard, will play St Paul’s Suite by Holst and will be conducted by Richard Howarth, conductor of MfE’s East Midlands Youth String Orchestra.
We will end the workshop with an informal performance to each other. PDFs of the music will be emailed out beforehand so you can have a look at the music, proper copies will be provided on the day.
(NB All covid regulations in place at the time will be adhered to)
Listen to a taster of the pieces here:

Music leaders – Richard Howarth, Ann-Marie Shaw

Ann-Marie was the String Animateur for Music for Everyone, 2016-2018, where she helped to organise and lead string orchestra courses and performances for both adults and children in the midlands. Her current role is Music Teacher at Martin High School in Anstey, Leicester and she continues to perform in a wide variety of ensembles in the Midlands.
Richard brings a wealth of experience and energy to orchestral conducting, inspiring both musicians and audiences. He is able to draw on a distinguished career as a violinist, having led and directed orchestras for over thirty years.

Provisional Timetable – Sunday 20 June
1.30pm – 2pm Arrive and Registration
2pm – 3pm Rehearsal
3pm – 3.30pm Break
3.30pm – 4.15pm Rehearsal
4.15pm – 4.45pm Break
4.45pm – 5.30pm Rehearsal
5.30pm End of session
Enrolment and Price
BOOKING FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. FOR INFORMATION ON FUTURE COURSES, PLEASE EMAIL admin@music-for-everyone.org
Price – £5
Online – pay through PayPal or by card: Just click here and fill in your details: String Workshop Form Payment can be made via PayPal or debit/credit card.
By post – pay by cheque: Please download and complete this pdf form and post it, together with your enrolment cheque (made payable to Music for Everyone) to Music for Everyone, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley, Nottingham NG1 1FF
For any further information, email admin@music-for-everyone.org or telephone 0115 9589312 (Monday – Wednesday, mornings only)
Dates for your diaries! We are also holding 2 workshop afternoons in May and June for wind band players and a singing event for primary aged children – find out more information here. All groups will come together on Saturday 17 July for a spectacular Youth Festival, which will culminate in an informal performance for family and friends to come and listen too!

Nottingham Youth Band
2021-08-20 - 2021-11-17 | Music for Everyone, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FF, United Kingdom
Two youth wind bands for young wind, brass and percussion players of grade 2 – 5 standard, no auditions!
Nottingham Youth Band West Bridgford – Term start date 7th September
Tuesdays, 5.30pm – 7pm at Rushcliffe School
Conductor: Claire Franklin
Nottingham Youth Band Beeston – Term start date 9th September
Thursdays, 5pm – 6.30pm at Beeston Methodist Church
Conductor: Josh Goodman
Current members should have now received an email with information on how to sign up for new term. If you think you haven’t received this, please email Kirstie on kirstie@music-for-everyone.org
If you are a new player and would like to join one of our exciting youth bands, why not try one of our FREE taster sessions?
FREE TASTER SESSIONS FOR NEW PLAYERS
West Bridgford – Tuesday 14th September, 5.30pm – 7pm at Rushcliffe School
Beeston – Thursday 16th September, 5pm – 6.30pm at Beeston Methodist Church
SIGN UP HERE!
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Youth Sunday Strings
2021-08-21 - 2021-11-17 | Music for Everyone, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FF, United Kingdom
Two youth string orchestras for young violin, viola, cello and double bass players of grade 1 – 5+ standard. There are no auditions for Strictly Strings (grade 1 – 4), East Midlands Youth String Orchestra is for grade 5+ and is auditioned.
Nottingham Strictly Strings – Term start date 12th September
Sundays, 2pm – 4pm at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston
Conductor: Josh Goodman
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra – Term start date 12th September
Sundays, 2pm – 5pm at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston
Conductor: Richard Howarth
Current members should have now received an email with information on how to sign up for new term. If you think you haven’t received this, please email Kirstie on kirstie@music-for-everyone.org
If you are a new player and would like to join one of our exciting youth orchestras, why not try one of our FREE taster sessions?
FREE TASTER SESSIONS FOR NEW PLAYERS
Strictly Strings – Sunday 19th September, 2pm – 4pm at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra – Sunday 19th September, 2pm – 5pm at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston
SIGN UP HERE!
Or scan this QR code:

Big Youth Music Experience
2021-11-06 - 2021-11-07 | Bluecoat Academy Wollaton, Sutton Passeys Crescent, NG8 1EA, United Kingdom
The Big Youth Music Experience is for all young instrumentalists, with a weekend split into a wind band workshop day and a string orchestra workshop day, followed by a joint concert the following Sunday at the Albert Hall, Nottingham!
For Wind Band – Saturday 6th November and Sunday 14th November 2021
Come and experience wind band playing at the Big Youth Music Experience for young woodwind, brass and percussion players. Two windbands for players of all abilities (grade 2 – 8+) conducted by MfE’s Instrumental Animateur Josh Goodman and youth band director Claire Franklin.
Music booklets and rehearsal track links will be sent out approximately 5-6 weeks before the course, to give you a chance to get to grips with the music.
For Strings – Sunday 7th November and Sunday 14th November 2021
Come and experience string playing for young violinists, violists, cellists and bassists. Three string orchestras for players of all abilities (beginners to grade 8+). The beginners orchestra is for players of grade 0 – 1 standard and will be lead by string conductor Helen Maddison. The Junior orchestra for players grade 2 – 4 standard, conducted by MfE’s Instrumental Animateur Josh Goodman, will enjoy a range of music that will introduce young instrumentalists to playing in an ensemble. The Senior orchestra, for players grade 5+ standard, will be directed by Richard Howarth, conductor of MfE’s East Midlands Youth String Orchestra.
Music booklets and rehearsal track links will be sent out approximately 5-6 weeks before the course, to give you a chance to get to grips with the music.
(NB All covid regulations in place at the time will be adhered to)
Provisional Timetable – Workshops 6th & 7th November
Bluecoat Academy, Wollaton NG8 1EA
10am – 10.30am Arrive and Registration – Senior Groups
10.30am – 12.30pm Morning Rehearsals, including breaks (Seniors only)
12.30pm – 1.30pm Lunch Break
1pm – 1.30pm Arrival and Registration – Junior & Beginner Groups
1.30pm – 5.30pm Afternoon Rehearsals, including breaks (All groups)
Concert 14th November – All groups
Albert Hall, Nottingham NG1 5AA
11am – 11.30am Arrive and Registration – Senior Groups
11.30am – 1pm Rehearsals (Senior groups)
1pm – 1.30pm Arrive and Registration – Junior & Beginner Groups
1.30pm – 3pm Rehearsals
3.30pm – 5.30pm Concert performance to family and friends
How to Book
The prices for the course are:

Senior Band and Senior Strings – £15
Junior Band and Junior/Beginner Strings – £10

Online – pay through PayPal or by card: Just click the button below and fill in your details. Payment can be made via PayPal or debit/credit card.
Booking for this event is now closed. For details on future events, please visit the Courses & Workshops page of our website.
By post – pay by cheque: Please download and complete this pdf form and post it, together with your enrolment cheque (made payable to Music for Everyone) to Music for Everyone, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley, Nottingham NG1 1FF
For any further information, email admin@music-for-everyone.org or telephone 0115 9589312

East Midlands Youth Band
2021-11-17 - 2021-11-25 | Beeston Methodist Church, Chilwell Road, Chilwell High Road, Beeston, NG9 1EH, United Kingdom
Come along to our 2 FREE taster sessions for young wind, brass and percussion players of grade 5+ standard.
Rehearsals are at Beeston Methodist Church, Chilwell Road NG9 1EH

Thursday 18th November, 6.30pm – 8pm
Thursday 25th November, 6.30pm – 8pm

Email us to reserve a place and let us know your name and instrument, or just turn up on the day! Bring a music stand and your instrument and we’ll provide the rest.

Vacancy: Director of Youth Strings
2022-04-08 - 2022-04-29 | Nottingham
Music for Everyone is the East Midlands’ largest independent music charity, delivering a dynamic range of instrumental and vocal music-making opportunities to people of all ages and abilities across the region.

We are seeking an inspiring and charismatic musician to direct the East Midlands Youth String Orchestra, our flagship Grade 5+ string ensemble for young players. The successful candidate will be an inspirational violin, viola, cello or double bass player as well as an experienced conductor and educator, with an ambitious desire to grow the orchestra and its repertoire. They will have a proven track record of working with people from a range of backgrounds.

The orchestra rehearses 12-14 times per year on Sunday afternoons in Nottingham and gives regular performances throughout the Music for Everyone annual season. It also holds two all-day workshops a year on Sundays in November and February, for which additional players join, integrating with our Big Youth Music Experience events.

The new director will be joining MfE’s small but passionate artistic team at an exciting time of change, and there will be the potential to grow this role for the right candidate. This may include collaborating with the director of our training string orchestra, Strictly Strings, as well as developing other opportunities and projects within the organisation.
This is a freelance contract, offered in the first instance for a fixed term of 12 months.

Fee: £30 per hour (roughly 20 hours per school term, plus extra fee for concerts)
Start date: September 2022
How to apply: please send an email demonstrating why you are the right person to lead and develop the orchestra, along with a current CV to Su Evans, General Manager: su@music-for-everyone.org
Closing date for applications: Friday 29th April at 5pm
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to conduct a short rehearsal with the orchestra on Sunday 8th May, followed by an interview on Monday 9th May.

Concert: Summer Festival
2022-07-03 15:30 - 18:30 (Europe/London) | Grange Hall, Vicarage Lane, Radcliffe on Trent, NG12 2FB, United Kingdom
A performance by Music for Everyone’s Youth Groups.
Sunday 3 July, 3.30pm
The Grange Hall, Radcliffe-on-Trent NG12 2FB
Featuring East Midlands Youth Band, East Midlands Youth String Orchestra, Nottingham Strictly Strings and Nottingham Youth Band
Conductors Claire Franklin, Josh Goodman, Richard Howarth

A cabaret style concert with refreshments and an ice cream van! Celebrate our youth groups end of term with a variety of music from Telemann to music from Disney’s Aladdin.
Tickets:
ONLINE TICKET BOOKING IS NOW CLOSED. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR ON SUNDAY.
Adult £9, Concession £8, Child/Student £5 (includes concert refreshments)
Available to buy in advance via the ‘Buy Tickets’ link above or phone the office on 0115 9589312. Tickets will also be available on the door, subject to availability.

Vocals - A Musical Celebration!
2023-07-01 | Albert Hall, Nottingham, N Circus Street, Nottingham, NG1 5AA, United Kingdom
Come and be part of a massed concert for Music for Everyone’s 40th birthday.
Come and join us as we celebrate 40 wonderful years of music making at Music for Everyone! The Vocals choir will be joined by MfE’s regular instrumental youth groups to sing songs from the ‘Celebrate around the World’ course, a new arrangement with folk fiddler Sam Sweeney and a massed arrangement of ‘Just Sing!’ performed by everyone!
Timetable
Saturday 1st July 2023 – Albert Hall, Nottingham
Rehearsal: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Performance: 3.30pm – 5.30pm. Ticket booking information available here
To book as part of the Vocals choir, click the button below to pay with a card or PayPal. The fee is £5 per child.
Booking is now closed for this event. To be added to the mailing list for future Vocals courses, please email admin@music-for-everyone.org

A Musical Celebration: Spotlight on Youth
2023-07-01 15:30 | Albert Hall, Nottingham, N Circus Street, Nottingham, NG1 5AA, United Kingdom
East Midlands Youth Band
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra
Nottingham Strictly Strings
Nottingham Youth Band
Vocals Youth Choir
Invited alumni members
Special guest artist: Sam Sweeney
Conductors: Josh Goodman, Tamaki Higashi, Jane McDouall, Rachel Parkes, Mike Shaw
3.30pm, Saturday 1st July 2023
Albert Hall, Nottingham

Join us as we celebrate Music for Everyone’s 40th Anniversary in an afternoon concert at Nottingham’s Albert Hall on Saturday 1st July 3.30pm, with the East Midlands & Nottingham Youth Bands, Strictly Strings, East Midlands Youth String Orchestra and our Vocals Choir featuring singers and players, past and present! There will also be a special performance from MfE’s World Drumming group in the Osborne Suite before the concert begins.
With special guest and Stringwise alumnus, folk musician Sam Sweeney, the concert will showcase our talented youth groups performing a varied programme, culminating in a grand finale with all performers in ‘Just Sing!’ from Trolls World Tour.

– The Four Decades of Music for Everyone –
Don’t miss the special 40th Anniversary Exhibition in the Albert Hall’s Osborne Foyer. Take a trip down memory lane with photographs from MfE events old and new, see our very first typewriter, letters and publicity and look back on 40 years of the famous MfE pencil!

Tickets: Adults £10, Children/Students £5
ONLINE BOOKING IS NOW CLOSED. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE TO BUY ON THE DOOR.
DOORS OPEN FROM 3PM TO AUDIENCE MEMBERS, PLEASE DO COME ALONG EARLIER TO EXPERIENCE THE EXHIBITION IN THE OSBORNE SUITE
Book online and choose your seats via the ‘Book Tickets’ button below
Phone the MfE Box Office on 0115 958 9312
In Person (Monday – Friday, 11am – 4pm): Bookwise, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley NG1 1FF
Tickets available on the door, subject to availability

A Musical Celebration – Sunday 2nd July, 3.30pm Albert Hall, Nottingham
Do join us again for our Sunday concert, featuring over 300 members of MfE’s adult music groups performing music by Handel, Brahms, Carl Orff, Elgar, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and Queen! All finished off with a piece of birthday cake! Book tickets online at: https://www.music-for-everyone.org/event/a-musical-celebration-concert/

Concert: The Spirit of Spring
2025-04-05 15:00 | Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra
East Midlands Youth Band
Nottingham Youth Band
Nottingham Strictly Strings

Matt Appleyard, Claire Franklin, Tamaki Higashi conductors
Saturday 5th April, 3pm
Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 2EN

Music for Everyone’s Strictly Strings, Youth String Orchestra & Youth Bands present a springtime concert. Come and listen to the exuberant talent of youth in an exciting and varied programme.
Tickets: Adult £7, Child/Student £4

Online booking is now closed. Tickets will be available to purchase on the door. Doors for audience open from 2.30pm

Family Festival Day
2025-06-07 | Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2AR, United Kingdom
1pm – 5pm at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2AR
Click here to view the brochure.
From World Drumming workshops to singing sessions for the whole family to take part in and music to enjoy in the garden, there is something for everyone. We’ll also have a cake stall, second hand bookshop, drinks and games/activities in and around the venue.
Have a go at West African drumming with Milla Hanna on djembe drums. Join Rachel and Owen in the Family Sing-a-long workshop, where all ages are welcome, from 5 – 105!
The Lullaby Bank is a group designed especially for new mothers and babies aged 0 – 9 months to address the specific post-partum experience. This includes well-being, bonding, emotional and physical concerns. Open Voices are MfE’s health initiative designed to suit adults with learning disabilities, come and try a session with Helen to see how it works! More information about the Lullaby Bank and Open Voices regular sessions can be found on the MfE website: www.music-for-everyone.org/health-well-being/

FESTIVAL WORKSHOPS
WORLD DRUMMING WORKSHOPS
Workshop 1: 1.10pm – 1.40pm
Workshop 2: 1.50pm – 2.20pm
Have a go at West African drumming with Milla Hanna on djembe drums. We have 2 sessions to choose from, open to age 5 upwards. Please note, children must be accompanied by an adult.
NURSERY RHYME & LULLABY TIME
2.30pm – 3.15pm
A singing session especially for babies and children up to the age of 5. Come and sing nursery rhymes with Rachel, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE session for under 5s and their parents/carers. Booking essential, places are limited.
FAMILY SING WORKSHOP
3.30pm – 4.15pm
Come and enjoy a fun afternoon of singing together. Children aged 5+ with their mums, dads, grandparents, carers, aunts and uncles – the whole family, friends too! Singing is great for health, togetherness, confidence and fun.
No preparation is needed, we will send all details out by email before the day – all you need is your best singing voice!

FESTIVAL VISITORS
Entry from 1pm – 4.30pm. Festival finishes at 5pm
If a workshop isn’t for you, come along and enjoy an afternoon of relaxed music from the Family Sing participants, MfE groups and other ensembles in the garden with a piece of cake and other activities. Charity bookshop Bookwise are bringing a selection of books and sheet music for you to browse. £4 entry for adults, £2 for children over 5.
Music in the Garden from:

Music for Everyone’s Beeston Open Voices
Second Time Around Folk Club
Music for Everyone’s Nottingham Chamber Singers
Beeston Community Drumming Circle (BC/DC)
Music for Everyone’s Big Band
Music for Everyone’s Wollaton Daytime Voices

Enrolment and Price
NB Please note, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshop price – £8 per adult, £6 per child (between the ages of 5 and 15)
BOOK ONLINE HERE
Online – pay through PayPal or by card
Complete the form and payment here to sign up. Payment can be made via PayPal or debit/credit card.
If you have any trouble with the payment form, please contact the office to confirm your attendance and payment can be arranged on the day by card, cash or cheque. Phone us on 0115 9589312, apologies for any inconvenience!

By post – pay by cheque
Please download and complete this PDF form and post it, together with your enrolment cheque (made payable to Music for Everyone) to Music for Everyone, 10 Goose Gate, Hockley, Nottingham NG1 1FF
For any further information, email admin@music-for-everyone.org or telephone 0115 9589312

Concert: A Summer Celebration
2025-07-05 15:30 - 17:30 | St Luke’s Church, Leahurst Road, Gamston, NG2 6GL
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra
East Midlands Youth Band
Nottingham Youth Band
Nottingham Strictly Strings
Saturday 5th July, 3.30pm
St Luke’s Church, West Bridgford, NG2 6GL

Music for Everyone’s Strictly Strings, Youth String Orchestra & Youth Bands present a concert to celebrate summer! Come and listen to the exuberant talent of youth in an exciting and varied programme.
Tickets: Adult £7, Child/Student £4

Tickets will be available on the door subject to availability.

Vocals! Christmas is Coming
2025-12-13 - 2025-12-14 | Nottingham Trent University – Clifton, Clifton Campus, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
Fun singing afternoon and festive concert for children aged 5 – 14.
During the run up to Christmas, why not take a break and let your kids enjoy a fun-filled workshop on a Saturday afternoon, followed by a concert on Sunday for the whole family at the iconic Albert Hall in Nottingham.
Get into the Christmas spirit with lots of well-known Christmas songs including some familiar favourites from The Snowman & Muppets Christmas Carol!
Young singers will be joined by other members of the MfE ‘singing’ family too on the concert day for this mega-Christmas extravaganza!
Singers will be divided into two age-group choirs:
Vocals 1 (school yrs 1-3)
Vocals 2 (school yrs 4-8)
Music packs, including lyrics and audio tracks, will be sent out approximately one month before the event, giving everyone the chance to learn the songs as best they can before the singing afternoon.

Cost: All Groups – £25 per child, 10% family discount if two or more children from the same family enrol.
We don’t want anyone to be excluded from MfE activities because of their financial circumstances and there is a subsidised scheme available for any who needs it. Please contact anna@music-for-everyone.org if this is the case.
Music packs, including lyrics and audio tracks, will be sent out approximately one month before the event, giving everyone the chance to learn the songs as best they can before the singing afternoon.
Booking for this course is now closed.

TIMETABLE
Saturday 13 December – Singing Afternoon
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, Nottingham NG11 8NS All Groups: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday 14 December – Concert
Albert Hall, Nottingham
Rehearsal: 12.30 – 2.45pm
Concert: 3.30pm – 5.30pm

Concert: Instruments in Bloom
2026-03-15 15:30 - 17:30 | Grange Hall, Vicarage Lane, Radcliffe on Trent, NG12 2FB, United Kingdom
East Midlands Youth String Orchestra
East Midlands Youth Band
Nottingham Youth Band
Nottingham Strictly Strings

Conductors: Claire Franklin, Tamaki Higashi, Erika Zeckser Owen

Sunday 15th March, 3:30pm
Grange Hall, Radcliffe, NG12 2FB

Music for Everyone’s youth music groups present their end of term concert. Join them as they showcase their hard work and perform a fun and wide ranging programme of music from classical to film and tv favourites – a perfect way to spend Mother’s Day.

Tickets
Adult £8, Child/Student £4
Tickets can be purchased below. Please keep your email confirmation as this will be needed on the day.

No. of Adult tickets (£8 each)No. of Student/Child tickets (£4 each)Name *Email Address *Amount to PayProceed to payment

BYME - Bandwise 2026
2026-04-18 - 2026-04-26 | South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent, Notts, NG12 2FQ, United Kingdom
Come to BANDWISE 2026!
Workshop: Saturday 18th April 2026 – South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent
Concert: Sunday 26th April – Albert Hall, Nottingham

BANDWISE is a fun, creative workshop day & concert for all young woodwind, brass and percussion players of grade 2 standard and above aged 8 – 21. (For string players – check out STRINGWISE!)
Rehearsals are led by experienced conductors and a team of specialist tutors will help you build new skills and work on the music during the workshop day. The following weekend you will perform at Nottingham’s iconic Albert Hall in the Big Youth Music Experience concert — with family and friends cheering you on!
There will be two bands:

Bandwise 1: grade 2-4
Bandwise 2: grade 5+

A music pack (including rehearsal tracks which are accessible via digital download) will be sent out about 4 weeks before the course, helping you learn the pieces before continuing in the rehearsals at the workshop day.

Timetable
Saturday 18 April 2026 – Workshop Day
South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent
Bandwise 2: 10.15am – 5.30pm
Bandwise 1: 12.45pm – 5.30pm
Sunday 26 April 2026 – Concert Day
Albert Hall, Nottingham
Bandwise 2: 11.15am – 3.00pm
Bandwise 1: 12.15pm – 3.00pm
Concert: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
NB Children will be supervised in between the rehearsal and concert.

How much does it cost?
The enrolment fees for Bandwise 2026 are:
Bandwise 1 – £22
Bandwise 2 – £26
Sign-up below!
Please note if you have children registering for both Bandwise & Stringwise you can sign them up for both courses using the form below. A 10% discount for all siblings will also be applied. Please enter the code: 10BYME26
We don’t want anyone to be excluded from MfE activities because of their financial circumstances and there is a subsidised scheme available for any who needs it. Please contact anna@music-for-everyone.org if this is the case.

How many players are signing up?First Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaCan you help?YesNoIf you would like to join the volunteers team for BYME, please select yes and complete your detailsNameI would like to help as a:Please selectPlayer helperNon-playing helperWhat instrument(s) do you play?Have you been to an MfE event before?SelectYesNoHow you found out about this eventSelectBeen to an MfE event beforeLeaflet/FlyerMusic teacher/schoolWord of mouthSearch engineSocial mediaOtherEmail Address *Street Address *TownCity *Postal Code *10% off for 2 or more players from the same familyDiscount appliedAmount to Pay£Send Message

BYME - Stringwise 2026
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-26 | South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent, Notts, NG12 2FQ, United Kingdom
Come to STRINGWISE 2026!
Workshop: Sunday 19th April 2026 – South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent
Concert: Sunday 26th April – Albert Hall, Nottingham

STRINGWISE is a fun, creative workshop day & concert for young string players (violin, viola, cello, double bass) Grade 0–5+ aged 8 – 21. (For wind, brass and percussion players – check out BANDWISE!)
Rehearsals are led by experienced conductors and a team of specialist tutors will help you build new skills and work on the music during the workshop day. The following weekend you will perform at Nottingham’s iconic Albert Hall in the Big Youth Music Experience concert — with family and friends cheering you on!
There will be three groups

Stringwise 1 (grade 0 – 1)
Stringwise 2 (grade 2 – 4)
Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)

A music pack (including rehearsal tracks which are accessible via digital download) will be sent out about 4 weeks before the course, helping you learn the pieces before continuing in the rehearsals at the workshop day.

Timetable
Sunday 19 April 2026 – Workshop Day
South Nottinghamshire Academy, Radcliffe on Trent
Stringwise 3: 10.15am – 5.30pm
Stringwise 2: 12.45pm – 5.30pm
Stringwise 1: 1.00pm – 5.30pm
Sunday 26 April – Concert Day
Albert Hall, Nottingham
Stringwise 3: 11.15am – 3.00pm
Stringwise 1 & 2: 12.30pm – 3.00pm
Concert: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
NB Children will be supervised in between the rehearsal and concert.

How much does it cost?
The enrolment fees for Stringwise 2026 are:
Stringwise 1&2 – £22
Stringwise 3 – £26
Sign-up below!
Please note if you have children registering for both Stringwise & Bandwise you can sign them up for both courses using the form below. A 10% discount for all siblings will also be applied. Please enter the code: 10BYME26
We don’t want anyone to be excluded from MfE activities because of their financial circumstances and there is a subsidised scheme available for any who needs it. Please contact anna@music-for-everyone.org if this is the case.
How many players are signing up?First Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Which instrument do you play? *Please selectFluteOboeBassoonBb ClarinetBass ClarinetAlto SaxophoneTenor SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneTrumpet/CornetFrench HornTenor/Eb HornTromboneEuphonium/BaritoneTubaTuned PercussionUntuned PercussionDrumkitViolinViolaCelloDouble BassWhat Associated Board grade/level of ability do you consider yourself to be? *Which group are you joining? *Please selectStringwise 1 (grade 0 - 1)Stringwise 2 (grade 2 - 4)Stringwise 3 (grade 5+)Which group are you joining? *Please selectBandwise 1 (grade 2 - 4)Bandwise 2 (grade 5+)Which instrumental teacher do you go to? *What school do you attend? *Date of Birth *Day *Month *Year *Emergency Contact number for the workshop day *Please provide a phone number to reach parents/carers on in the case of an emergencyEmergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number, I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of?If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaCan you help?YesNoIf you would like to join the volunteers team for BYME, please select yes and complete your detailsNameI would like to help as a:Please selectPlayer helperNon-playing helperWhat instrument(s) do you play?Have you been to an MfE event before?SelectYesNoHow you found out about this eventSelectBeen to an MfE event beforeLeaflet/FlyerMusic teacher/schoolWord of mouthSearch engineSocial mediaOtherEmail Address *Street Address *TownCity *Postal Code *10% off for 2 or more players from the same familyDiscount appliedAmount to Pay£Send Message

Vocals: Heroes and Villains!
2026-05-09 - 2026-05-10 | NTU Clifton Campus, College Drive, Clifton, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
Singing workshop on Saturday 9th May: Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, NG11 8NS
Concert on Sunday 10th May: Albert Hall, Nottingham

A vocal celebration of heroes, villains, and big, brave singing!
Grab your cape, practise your hero pose, or try out your cheekiest villain grin – it’s time to sing! We can’t wait to learn, laugh, and have fun together in this action‑packed vocals adventure with songs from Hercules, K-Pop Demon Hunters and more.

Singers will be divided into three age-group choirs:
• Vocals 1 (school yrs 1-2)
• Vocals 2 (school yrs 3-4)
• Vocals 3 (school yrs 5-8)
A music pack with rehearsal tracks will be sent about 4 weeks before the course, giving everyone the chance to learn the songs before the singing weekend and concert in Nottingham’s famous Albert Hall.

Timetable:
Saturday 9th May – Workshop Day
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, NG11 8NS
Workshops: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Sunday 10th May – Concert
Albert Hall, Nottingham, NG1 5AA
Rehearsal: 11.30am – 2.45pm
Concert: 3.30pm – 5.30pm

How much does it cost?
The enrolment fee for Vocals 2025 is £30. (Less 10% discount if two or more children from the same family are enrolling for this course).
Booking is now open online via the form below. For more information, please email anna@music-for-everyone.org
We don’t want anyone to be excluded from MfE activities because of their financial circumstances and there is a subsidised scheme available for any who needs it. Please contact anna@music-for-everyone.org if this is the case.
If you have any issues with PayPal or card payments, please call the office on 0115 9589312 and we can take your booking over the phone or offer alternative payment methods.

How many children are signing up? *Please select an option123First *Surname *Date of Birth *Which school year will you be in at the time of the course? *Select yearYear 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5Year 6Year 7Year 8Please give the name of anyone you would like to sit next toWhich school do you go to? *Emergency contact number for 09 & 10 May *Emergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of? *If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Date of Birth *Which school year will you be in at the time of the course? *Select yearYear 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5Year 6Year 7Year 8Please give the name of anyone you would like to sit next toWhich school do you go to? *Emergency contact number for 09 & 10 May *Emergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of? *If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaFirst Name *Surname *Date of Birth *Which school year will you be in at the time of the course? *Select yearYear 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5Year 6Year 7Year 8Please give the name of anyone you would like to sit next toWhich school do you go to? *Emergency contact number for 09 & 10 May *Emergency Treatment *YesNoIf I cannot be reached on the above telephone number I give permission for authorised members of MfE to seek emergency treatment for my childDoes your child have any medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of? *If no, please enter n/aPhoto Permission *Yes, I give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photographs/media taken by MfENo, I do not give permission for my child(ren) to appear in photograpths/media taken by MfEMusic for Everyone complies with the current Data Protection Act and always requests parents’/carers’ permission before taking images of their children. Any group photographs or individual images taken by Music for Everyone are only used on our publicity materials and on the Music for Everyone website/social media sites. No child is ever named in these photographs and they are used solely by Music for Everyone. By agreeing to photo permission, you understand photos/media may be used on MfE channels such as the website or social mediaHave you been to a VOCALS event before? *SelectYesNoHow did you find out about this event? *SelectBeen to an MfE event beforeLeaflet/FlyerMusic teacher/schoolWord of mouthSearch engineSocial mediaOtherWe would welcome adult volunteers to join the support team for Vocals! If you would be willing to be part of this team please indicate hereYes - I would like to join the support teamName of volunteerEmail Address *Street Address *2nd line of addressCity *Postcode *Amount to PaySend Message
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