As part of our commitment to youth voice, we are running 3 sessions over the next few months.

These are creative consultations open to anyone up to the age of 18 interested in music.

Anyone attending is invited to bring along friends. We'll use the time to do a fun activity and discuss music: from genre-preferences to career goals. 

All sessions will take place at our space in Mayflower Studios (142 Above Bar St, SO14 7BL) with lots of snacks! This is a great opportunity to take part in a fun and free creative activity, and visit our recording space. 

10/03/26 - Puppet-making session.

Could you create Sockbrina Carpenter, Jimi Handrix, or Elphaba's friend Soq? During this session, we'll teach you to build a sock puppet and ask that you build a music figure that's relevant to you - perhaps a musician, a singer-songwriter, a character from a musical or someone else? I look forward to finding out who you create and why!

17/02/26 - Collage Evening!

16/03/26 -  Podcast recording.

If any of this is of interest to you please sign up here or by scanning the QR code on the attached poster. Come along to as many sessions as you'd like! 

This session has been cancelled. Please sign up via the form if you would like to attend our future sessions!

A connected community for music, events and support: created by young people, for young people.

Join the team, or send us your music!

Team meetings for ages 13-25.

These sessions are FREE.
You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Southampton and Isle of Wight Music Services proudly present our annual Windband Pyramid Concert — an exciting evening showcasing the exceptional young musicians from Airplay (Foundation Wind Band), Pulse8 (Intermediate Wind Band), Studio Band (Jazz Band), and the Southampton Youth Wind Band (Advanced Wind Band).

The programme will feature vibrant performances from each ensemble, culminating in spectacular joint items including Jai Ho and Don't Stop Me Now — a celebration of talent, energy, and the joy of music-making!

Parking: Available on site.

Photos: Please do not take photos or videos.

Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions £8, Under 18s £1

Tickets are available to purchase from Thornden Hall, please use the button below.

Studio Band will be performing at The Stage Door’s Rising Stars Open Mic Night!

Parking: Available in City Centre car parks.

Photos: Please do not take photos or videos.

Tickets: Pay what you can, available from The Stage Door on the day.

Groove Merchant & Groove Syndicate will be performing at Bursfest.

Their performance will start at 12pm and finish at 1.15pm.

Please note, this event is not arranged by SIOW Music or the Friends.

Parking: Available on site.

Tickets: Early bird £10 each or £18 for two, under 16’s free when accompanied by an adult

Music production group sessions, providing a space for collaboration among beat makers, producers and songwriters.

These sessions take place in the Music Studio, in Mayflower Studios.

They are suitable for Ages 11-18
These sessions are FREE.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

As part of our commitment to youth voice, we are running 3 sessions over the next few months.

These are creative consultations open to anyone up to the age of 18 interested in music.

Anyone attending is invited to bring along friends. We'll use the time to do a fun activity and discuss music: from genre-preferences to career goals. 

All sessions will take place at our space in Mayflower Studios (142 Above Bar St, SO14 7BL) with lots of snacks! This is a great opportunity to take part in a fun and free creative activity, and visit our recording space. 

17/02/26 - Collage evening. Come along for the chance to chill out and create a personalised collage while we chat about your music progression. There'll be snacks, music (submit song choices on the sign-up sheet) and the chance to take home your creation.

10/03/26 - Puppet-making session.

16/03/26 - Podcast Recording!

If any of this is of interest to you please sign up here or by scanning the QR code on the attached poster. Come along to as many sessions as you'd like! 

Southampton Youth Wind Band (SYWB) is the top-tier wind band of Southampton and IOW Music, whose membership consists of young musicians from Southampton and beyond. 

Under the direction of John Hanchett, SYWB are rapidly gaining the reputation of being one of the top youth wind bands in the country.

Their concert, Windows of the World, will take you on a musical journey across the globe. The programme will include two original compositions by band members Corey Wilson & Ellie Bartlett, in addition to well-known music from stage and screen, and popular wind band classics.

When is it: 7.00 - 9.00pm Monday 9 February 2026

Where is it: Studio 1 at Mayflower Studios

Photos/Video: TBC

Tickets:

Adults - £13

Seniors (60+) - £9

Students (with valid Student ID) - £9

Under 18s - £2.50

Full details of the event can be found and tickets can be purchased via the button below:

A connected community for music, events and support: created by young people, for young people.

Join the team, or send us your music!

Team meetings for ages 13-25.

These sessions are FREE.
You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Music production group sessions, providing a space for collaboration among beat makers, producers and songwriters.

Ages 11-18
These sessions are FREE.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Southampton Youth Orchestra join with newly formed Clara Voices Chamber Choir to present the first ever Lord Mayor of Southampton's Christmas Carol Concert.

With festive favourites, lesser known gems and congregational carols, this event promises to kick-start Christmas for the whole family.

When is it: 6.00 - 7.30pm Saturday 20 December 2025

Where is it: Holy Saviour Church, 2 Bursledon Rd, Bitterne Village, Southampton, SO19 7LW

Photos/Video: TBC

Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions£8, Under 18s £1

Full details of the event and tickets can be found via the button below:

Airplay’s Christmas concert is a vibrant and festive showcase of youthful musical talent, blending traditional carols and spirited seasonal repertoire into a joyous holiday evening

When is it: 5.00 - 5.30pm Thursday 11 December 2025

Where is it: Cantell School, Violet Rd, Southampton SO16 3GJ

Parking: available in nearby streets.

Photos/Video: No photos please.

Tickets: There will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert.

Get ready to step into the festive spotlight with Southampton Youth Concert Sinfonia’s Christmas Cabaret Concert — a sparkling celebration of music, glamour, and holiday cheer!

This year’s show promises toe-tapping energy and timeless charm, featuring dazzling performances of Cabaret; New York, New York; and Puttin’ on the Ritz; alongside a sleigh-full of Christmas favourites including The Grinch and Shakin’ Stevens’ festive hits.

Adding an extra touch of magic, the concert will also showcase the incredible talent of youth vocalist Rae Taylor.

Set the mood the moment you arrive with the smooth, sophisticated sounds of Studio Band, performing live in the foyer. Blending festive favourites with a stylish twist, they’ll bring warmth, charm, and a dash of jazz-infused cheer to kick off your Cabaret Christmas experience in true holiday style.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and merriment — the perfect way to start your Christmas season in style! 

When is it: 7.15pm - 9.00pm Tuesday 9 December

Where is it: Thornden Hall, Winchester Road, Eastleigh SO53 2DW

Parking: at the venue.

Photos/Video: No photos please, there will be an official photographer.

Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions £10, Under 18’s £2, Family ticket £23 (2 adults, 2 children)

Notes: There will be the traditional Christmas decoration competition in the second half

Full details of the event and tickets can be found via the button below:

Join Pulse8 and Studio Band for a fun filled evening of music! You can expect a mixture of Christmas classics and some non-Christmas music, suitable for all tastes and members of the family.

When is it: 5.00 - 7.00pm Monday 8 December 2025

Where is it: Cantell School

Photos/Video: No photos please.

Tickets: Free entry. There will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert.

This Mix’Zine session has been cancelled, we will be returning in the New Year!

A connected community for music, events and support: created by young people, for young people.

Join the team, or send us your music!

Team meetings for ages 13-25.

These sessions are FREE.
You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Southampton Youth Orchestra are delighted to open their season with Sibelius’ nationalistic masterpiece Finlandia and Brahms’ tortuous 1st Symphony, which took the composer 20 years to perfect in the shadow of Beethoven.

BBC Young Musician of the Year Finalist Ellen Baumring-Gledhill joins us for Elgar’s ever-popular Cello Concerto.

All proceeds from tickets and raffle to go Friends of Southampton Youth Orchestras, who support young musicians across the city, as well as SYO and our training pyramid.

When is it: 5.00 - 7.00pm Sunday 30 November

Where is it: Turner Sims

Parking: Parking is free on weekends and after 5pm weekdays.

Photos/Video: TBC

Tickets: Adults £12, Senior Citizens £8 , Students £8 , Under 18s £1.

Full details of the event and tickets can be found via the button below:

Music production group sessions, providing a space for collaboration among beat makers, producers and songwriters.

These sessions take place in the Music Studio, in Mayflower Studios.

They are suitable for Ages 11-18
These sessions are FREE.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

A connected community for music, events and support: created by young people, for young people.

Join the team, or send us your music!

Team meetings for ages 13-25.

These sessions are FREE.
You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

This session has a new date!

We’re having a special collab with Mix’zine, focussed around our new DJ set up!

Music production group sessions, providing a space for collaboration among beat makers, producers and songwriters.

These sessions take place in the Music Studio, in Mayflower Studios.

They are suitable for Ages 11-18
These sessions are FREE.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

For this special one off session, Mix’zine and Music Production Collective are having a collaboration focussed on our new DJ set up!

No experience needed — come and give it a go!

A connected community for music, events and support: created by young people, for young people.

Join the team, or send us your music!

Team meetings for ages 13-25.

These sessions are FREE.
You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Music production group sessions, providing a space for collaboration among beat makers, producers and songwriters.

These sessions take place in the Music Studio, in Mayflower Studios.

They are suitable for Ages 11-18
These sessions are FREE.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Girls Make Music is a music production club providing young women and girls access to making music in an exciting, creative space at MAST Studios.

We experiment with recording, singing, playing instruments, using music creation software (Logic, Abelton, Bandlab ect.) and any other musical interests you may have! 

We encourage exploration and collaboration with each other, fostering diversity and inclusion in our sessions.

Whether you are just starting out on your musical journey or you’re well on your way, the club is open to all regardless of your musical experience.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly.

These sessions are FREE!

The sessions run from 4.30 - 7.00pm on a fortnightly basis. The last hour is an additional hour for older members of the group to work on their music and get support.

4.30 - 6.00pm: for all ages

6.00- 7.00pm: for 16 - 21 year olds, optional extra hour

The sessions take place in the music studio, first floor of MAST Mayflower Studios. The venue is wheelchair accessible via a lift.

Girls Make Music welcomes all women, including cis and trans women.

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.

Southampton Youth Orchestra present a 60th anniversary concert: Carmina Burana at O2 Guildhall Southampton, performing with local massed choirs.

Performances will include:

Shostakovich - Festival Overture

Kabalevsky - Violin Concerto: Soloist - Amelia Wozniak

Orff - Carmina Burana, Soprano: Charlotte Da Silva, Tenor - Simon Irwin, Baritone - Jack Holton

Conductor: Kevin Withell

Assistant Conductor: Charlie Mann

Tickets:

The ticket link on the Guildhall website is not working for this at the moment but Guildhall are aware and will sort this for us asap.

The ticketmaster link to purchase tickets is working and can be found here: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/60th-anniversary-concert-carmina-burana-southampton-12-07-2025/event/360062A6B9D3248F

Please note that although it says standing it is actually unreserved seating - this is a peculiarity of the O2 booking system in that, if it is unreserved seating, it shows as standing!

Parking: available in nearby carparks.

Photos/Video: TBC

Join Pulse8 in concert this summer!

More information to follow!

Parking: available at the venue.

Photos/Video: No photos please.

Tickets: There will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert.

Southampton Youth Concert Sinfonia will be performing at Royal Victoria Country Park.

Location: Royal Victoria County Park, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5GA

Parking: Car parking available in the Country Park

Photos/Video: There will be an official photographer. As this is a public event, we can't control photos completely but would ask that they are not shared on social media.

Tickets: This event is unticketed but donations are welcome.

Southampton Youth Wind Band will be performing at Chandlers Ford Methodist Church in an end of year celebration, including band awards and recognition of 2025 leavers!

Parking: limited parking at venue, please use side roads in area

Photos/Video: No photos please.

Tickets: Tickets: £10 Adults and £1 (under 16’s) –tickets reservations can be made via music@southampton.gov.uk – please indicate how many seats you would like and if they are Adult or Student, or they can be bought via the button below.

Southampton Youth Brass Band will be performing at Romsey Bandstand, The Meads 31, Romsey SO51 8HB

Performance Time: 1.30-4.30pm

Parking: available in local car parks

Photos/Video: This is a public event so we have no control over photos/videos etc. If parents do take them we would request that they don’t share on social media

Tickets: Not applicable

Join Boom and Airplay for a join concert at Cantell School!

Parking: available at the venue.

Photos/Video: No photos please.

Tickets: There will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert.

Girls Make Music is a music production club providing young women and girls access to making music in an exciting, creative space at MAST Studios.

We experiment with recording, singing, playing instruments, using music creation software (Logic, Abelton, Bandlab ect.) and any other musical interests you may have! 

We encourage exploration and collaboration with each other, fostering diversity and inclusion in our sessions.

Whether you are just starting out on your musical journey or you’re well on your way, the club is open to all regardless of your musical experience.

You can try out the sessions, or come along regularly.

These sessions are FREE!

The sessions run from 4.30 - 7.00pm on a fortnightly basis. The last hour is an additional hour for older members of the group to work on their music and get support.

4.30 - 6.00pm: for all ages

6.00- 7.00pm: for 16 - 21 year olds, optional extra hour

The sessions take place in the music studio, first floor of MAST Mayflower Studios. The venue is wheelchair accessible via a lift.

Girls Make Music welcomes all women, including cis and trans women.

Trouble with transport, or getting to the sessions?
We can help. Just let us know when you sign up.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Got a music idea you want to see or need help with? Send us your suggestions.