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BSO: Set Works Live - Key Stage 4 Concert
Nov
4
11:00 am11:00
Music in Schools, Hub Partner

BSO: Set Works Live - Key Stage 4 Concert

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra at Turner Sims Concert Hall in partnership with BSO, Turner Sims and University of Southampton.

Turner Sims and Southampton & Isle of Wight Music invite your school to a free concert by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra offering GCSE/BTEC music students the chance to hear live set works and perform with BSO musicians. The second half of the concert focuses on composition.

The BSO musicians will perform a new work by Patrick Bailey which will incorporate ideas from your school. These ideas will be submitted via an activity that you will be sent in advance of the concert to complete at school. The composer, who is also presenting the concert, will explain their process, approaches and techniques to give your students further insight into composition.

Suitable for current KS4 students and those interested in taking music as an option following KS3.

Register your interest by Friday, September 12, for this 1.5-hour concert.

Contact tsengagement@soton.ac.uk or 023 8059 5151 for questions.

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BSO Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements (CPD Session)
Nov
10
4:15 pm16:15
Hub Partner, Music in Schools, CPD

BSO Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements (CPD Session)

Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements features music that seeks to uncover the mysteries of the four elements of our natural world that have inspired scientific discovery.

So, prepare to open your mind as we go on a journey exploring music from the traditional and familiar, to the contemporary and unknown. This concert will feature a participatory song and body percussion piece for everyone to perform.

Through these pieces, the audience will learn to sing and perform with the orchestra and be introduced to all the instruments that make up a Symphony Orchestra.


To support teacher's involvement, we’re offering a free Teacher CPD session on Monday 10th November from 4:15 - 5:45 pm at Portsmouth Guildhall.

This session will provide teachers with everything they need to prepare their class for the concert, alongside valuable resources and fun teaching ideas.

We ask that at least one member of staff from each participating school attends the CPD session – who will also be involved on the day of the concert. 

Book tickets for the concert and CPD session via the button below!

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Phaedra Ensemble: Introductory Concert at Portsmouth Guildhall
Nov
18
2:30 pm14:30
Ensemble Concerts, Music in the Community, Music in Schools

Phaedra Ensemble: Introductory Concert at Portsmouth Guildhall

This project from Music in the Round introduces KS3 and KS4 students from all backgrounds to composition through extensive resources and visits from professional musicians and composers.

Students will be supported by emerging and professional composers to create their own music which will be performed by one of our internationally renowned ensembles at the end of the project in a culmination concert at a local venue.


More information TBC.

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Schools Christmas Concert at O2 Guildhall Southampton: featuring SYWB
Dec
4
7:00 pm19:00
Music in Schools, Southampton, Ensemble Concerts, Family Music

Schools Christmas Concert at O2 Guildhall Southampton: featuring SYWB

Join us at Southampton Guildhall to continue the Southampton Schools Music Association of schools Christmas events at the Guildhall this Christmas! Jo Downs is writing a new Christmas songbook with celebration songs from around the World with 3 original songs for KS1 and three original songs for KS2 spanning a variety of styles and genres. Schools will be offered the opportunity to perform as a solo group outside of the massed singing or participate in the narrative sections but this is very much voluntary.

We will also be joined by Southampton Youth Wind Band for the concert. 

Schools will be offered a free workshop from the hub in school and CPD to introduce the songbook and digital resources to support you in advance of the concert. Resources will be ready by the beginning of October with an online introductory meeting on Thursday 9th October.  Timings on the day are still tbc but we will finalise these with your input prior to their publication.

If you are unable to join us for the event then the songbook and the digital resources along with signing & lyrics videos will also be available to all through the songbank on our website as always. 

Parking: available in the City Centre car parks.

Photos/Video: TBC

Tickets: TBC

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BSO Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements (Portsmouth Guildhall)
Jan
22
1:30 pm13:30
Hub Partner, Music in Schools

BSO Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements (Portsmouth Guildhall)

This free concert is designed for KS2 students, and will be presented by award-winning composer, James Redwood.

Explore the Orchestra: Four Elements features music that seeks to uncover the mysteries of the four elements of our natural world that have inspired scientific discovery.

So, prepare to open your mind as we go on a journey exploring music from the traditional and familiar, to the contemporary and unknown. This concert will feature a participatory song and body percussion piece for everyone to perform.

Through these pieces, the audience will learn to sing and perform with the orchestra and be introduced to all the instruments that make up a Symphony Orchestra.

Book tickets via the button below.


To support teacher's involvement, we’re offering a free Teacher CPD session on Monday 10th November, more details here.

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School’s Concert with Southampton Youth Orchestra
Feb
10
2:00 pm14:00
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

School’s Concert with Southampton Youth Orchestra

Join Southampton Youth Orchestra for a free, fun and interactive concert-going experience suitable for EYFS and Key Stage 1 students!

This concert will be presented and will feature instruments in the orchestra and plenty of movement, singing and musical learning. Please be aware that as this is a popular event and we may limit the number of pupils from each setting in order to allow as many schools as possible to enjoy the concert.

You can register your interest for spaces by filling out the form below.

More details TBC.

Form Coming Soon
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Vocal Festival Prom at Carisbrooke Castle (DATE TBC)
Jun
18
5:30 pm17:30
IOW, Music in Schools, Music in the Community

Vocal Festival Prom at Carisbrooke Castle (DATE TBC)

Join us again for our junior prom event on the bowling green at Carisbrooke Castle! 

Bring your students along for an opportunity to perform on the green with fantastic visibility for parents, friends and families to come along and watch on the raised areas around the green and bring a picnic.  This year this event will be solely focused on singing and our theme in 2026 will focus on local stories, myths & legends as part of our Songs of Place project. 

A songbook including stories, myths and legends from the Island collected from young people will be produced by the music hub and workshops will also be available to support this.  As always we will run a site visit and meeting prior to the event to discuss logistics with teachers which will take place in early May from  4pm - 5pm at the castle as a twilight meeting.  In the case of inclement weather we will also have a reserve date. 

Sign up form coming soon.

Approximate timings:

4pm - 4.30pm School ensembles/groups arrive ,

4.30pm - 5pm Sound checks ,

5.30pm - 7pm Concert 


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Welsh National Opera: Schools Concert
Oct
1
12:00 pm12:00
Music in Schools, Hub Partner

Welsh National Opera: Schools Concert

Step into the wonderful world of opera and classical music with WNO through this free and inspiring Schools Concert which offers an live orchestra experience designed to support the National Curriculum. 

Aimed to inspire and increase love of music and creativity, students will be encouraged to use their voices to sing in different ranges, dynamics, clap rhythms, stamp along to different time signatures and develop an understanding of the history of music in a relaxed setting. 

Please contact schools@mayflower.org.uk for more information.

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Pulse8 Open Rehearsal for Family & Friends!
Dec
9
4:50 pm16:50
Southampton, Ensemble Rehearsals, Music in Schools, Music Groups

Pulse8 Open Rehearsal for Family & Friends!

  • Richard Taunton Sixth Form College (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Pulse8 will be having an ‘Open Rehearsal’ at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College. This is an opportunity for Family & Friends to watch our young members practise together.

Parents & friends are welcome to attend the whole rehearsal. The rehearsal will be in Room 105.

Photos/Videos: Please do not take photos or videos.

Parking: Available on site.

Tickets: There will be a retiring collection.

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University of Southampton Voices: The Bells of Paradise at Turner Sims
Dec
6
7:30 pm19:30
Hub Partner, Music in the Community, Music in Schools, Southampton

University of Southampton Voices: The Bells of Paradise at Turner Sims

The University of Southampton Voices present a sparkling Christmas concert. The Bells of Paradise is a collection of carols and Christmas songs from around the world and through the ages.

Harvey Brough, Professor of Music, arranges and directs a seasonal celebration. The 70-strong USV choir is made up from staff members and students from the University of Southampton, together with singers from the city.

For this performance, USV are joined by children’s choirs from local schools, organised and supported by Southampton & Isle of Wight Music. They are accompanied by soloist Faith Waddell, pianist Liam Dunachie, harpist Hugh Webb, and the Julian Poore brass quartet.

Festive refreshments will be available for purchase from the Turner Sims bar.

Tickets:

  • Band A: £20 (£18 Friends)

  • Band B: £18 (£16.20 Friends)

  • Band C: £10 (£9 Friends)

  • Students and Under 18s: £8 (Bands B and C)

  • Schools: £7.50 per ticket (Bands B and C)

*Ticket prices vary by seating location

Tickets can be booked via the Turner Sims website.

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Schools Christmas Concert at O2 Guildhall Southampton: featuring SYWB
Dec
5
7:00 pm19:00
Music in Schools, Southampton, Ensemble Concerts, Family Music

Schools Christmas Concert at O2 Guildhall Southampton: featuring SYWB

Join us at Southampton Guildhall to continue the Southampton Schools Music Association of schools Christmas events at Southampton Guildhall this Christmas!

Jo Downs has written a new Christmas Songbook and narrative script for this event which is loosely based on the Nativity story with three original songs for KS1 and three original songs for KS2, spanning a variety of genres and styles.

Southampton Youth Wind Band will also be performing in our Christmas Schools’ Celebration Concert.

Parking: available in the City Centre car parks.

Photos/Video: please do not take photos or videos.

Tickets: £8 Adults & £1 young people/concessions, plus 10% booking fee per ticket & transaction fee.

Ticket Link coming soon

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Airplay & Boom! live at Cantell School!
Nov
28
5:00 pm17:00
Ensemble Concerts, Southampton, Music in Schools

Airplay & Boom! live at Cantell School!

Come and see our wind band, Airplay, and percussion group, Boom! perform live at Cantell School!

The concert will start at 5pm and be followed by mince pies and refreshments.

Tickets: There will be a retiring collection.

Parking: Available on site.

Photos: Please do not take photos or videos.

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Southampton & IOW Music’s String Extravaganza
Nov
24
1:30 pm13:30
Workshops, Workshops and Masterclass, Southampton, Music in Schools

Southampton & IOW Music’s String Extravaganza

Do you play the violin, viola, cello or double bass? Would you like to make music with other young people? Then the Southampton & IOW Music’s String Extravaganza is the place for you.

The event will be at Cantell School from 1.30-3.30pm on Sunday 24 November.

This is a FREE event run with support from the Friends of Southampton Youth Orchestras (FSYO) and is open to string players who have been learning for a year up to approximately Grade 1 standard.

Please contact music@southampton.gov.uk to sign up.

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Welsh National Opera: Schools Concert at MAST
Nov
15
12:00 pm12:00
Southampton, Music in Schools, Hub Partner

Welsh National Opera: Schools Concert at MAST

This free and inspiring Schools Concert offers a live orchestral experience for Key Stage 2 students and is designed to support the National Music Curriculum in Wales and England.

Aimed to inspire and increase love of music and creativity, students will be encouraged to use their voices to sing in different ranges and dynamics, clap rhythms, stamp along to different time signatures and develop an understanding of the history of music.

Fun, lively and engaging, expect popular hits and less familiar pieces from opera, film, and television, brought to life by the world class WNO Orchestra and a group of sensational soloists. The perfect opportunity to hear and enjoy live music, up close and personal, in a relaxed setting.

Alongside presenter Ruth Rosales and conductor Olivia Clarke, the music is brought to life by the world class WNO Orchestra, and a group of sensational opera singers. 

There will be plenty of opportunity for everyone to interact with the music, from dancing and clapping to singing along – all while learning about dynamics, rhythm, speed and of course, the instruments that make up an Orchestra.

This concert is only available to school group bookings.

Contact MAST Mayflower Studios to book here.

Find out more here.

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Airplay, Elgar & Boom! at Cantell
Mar
21
6:30 pm18:30
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Airplay, Elgar & Boom! at Cantell

Come and see Airplay, Elgar & Boom! perform in a join concert at Cantell School.


Photos: Please do no share on social media.

Parking: On site parking.

Tickets: Free entry, there will be a retiring collection at end of concert.

TICKETS

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Southampton Youth Wind Band & Royal Marines Joint Workshop and Performance
Mar
15
7:30 pm19:30
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Southampton Youth Wind Band & Royal Marines Joint Workshop and Performance

Come and see Southampton Youth Wind Band & His Majesty’s Royal Marine Band, Collingwood, perform in a join concert at Titchfield Festival Theatre!

For family, friends and supporters of Southampton Youth Wind Band.

Photos: Permitted, but please don’t share on social media.

Parking:

  • Abbey Meadows, Cartwright Drive, Segensworth  PO15 5EA (Behind Holiday Inn)

  • Titchfield Community Centre PO14 4TJ

  • Barry's Meadow PO14 4EH

 You can park at Holiday Inn, Cartwright Drive, PO15 5RJ however there is a £5 parking charge for this.

Tickets: This is a free event, no tickets needed. There will be a retiring collection at the end of the evening, if anyone wishes to donate.

Find out more about our Ensembles here.



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Southampton Youth Brass Band at Southampton Port Christmas Carols
Dec
14
7:00 pm19:00
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Southampton Youth Brass Band at Southampton Port Christmas Carols

  • Ocean Cruise Terminal, Dock Gate 4 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come and see Southampton Youth Brass Band perform at Southampton Port Christmas Carol Concert, co-hosted by Associated British ports and the Mission to Seafarers!

Doors open from 6:00pm for a chance to get your raffle tickets, and refreshments of tea, coffee and mince pies will be available throughout the evening.

The concert will start at 7:00 pm with a few words of thanks from the Bishop of Basingstoke, followed by Christmas carols, some festive readings and live music from choral singers Cantor Michaelis and the Southampton Youth Brass Band.

All proceeds will go towards two charities – The Mission for Seafarers and ABP's charity of the year - Young Lives vs Cancer.

Parking: free onsite parking, access via Dock Gate 4 (SO14 3QN)

Tickets: Tickets are free but must be booked via Eventbrite. Use the button below to book yours.

TICKETS

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Schools Christmas Concert - O2 Guildhall Southampton
Dec
4
7:00 pm19:00
Ensemble Concerts, Music in the Community, Family Music, Music in Schools, Digital Native Artists

Schools Christmas Concert - O2 Guildhall Southampton

Get in the Christmas mood with our Schools Christmas Concert at O2 Guildhall Southampton on 9 December.

Enjoy performances from Youth Rock Bands, Rappers & Schools of brand new songs based on well-known Christmas Stories written by Jo Downs, along with some classic Christmas hits!

There will be music inspired by tales of the Christmassaurus, Elf on the Shelf, The Grinch & Christmas Ballads.

Tickets: Adults £8, Under 16s £1 (+booking fee) bookable via the button below (Ticketmaster) or via O2 Guildhall box office.

Tickets

Find out more about our Ensembles here.

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Twango & Los Twangolitos Concert at Cantell School
Nov
27
6:00 pm18:00
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Twango & Los Twangolitos Concert at Cantell School

Guitar ensembles Twango & Los Twangolitos will be in concert at Cantell School.

This concert is free entry.

Parking: available at the school car park.

Photos/Video: No photos to be taken.

Tickets: Free entry, with a retiring collection at end of concert.

Find out more about our Ensembles here.

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Elgar Strings in Concert at Cantell School
Nov
13
4:45 pm16:45
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Elgar Strings in Concert at Cantell School

Join Elgar Strings in their first concert of the year! The concert will feature music they have been working diligently on since starting in September. In addition to the ensemble's collective performance, several of their talented members will also be entertaining with solo performances. 

Elgar is the Southampton Music Service's junior string ensemble.

This concert is free entry.

Parking: available at the school car park.

Photos/Video: No photos to be taken.

Tickets: Free entry, with a retiring collection at end of concert in aid of Friends of Southampton Youth Orchestras

Find out more about our Ensembles here.

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Pulse8 & SYP Concert
Jun
23
7:00 pm19:00
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

Pulse8 & SYP Concert

Join wind band Pulse8 and Southampton Youth Percussion (SYP) in a joint concert at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College.

This concert is free entry, there will be a retiring collection for Friends of Southampton Youth Orchestra.

Parking: available at the college

Photos/Video: Not to be shared on social media.

Find out more about our Ensembles here.

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SYO Strings Concert
Apr
29
7:30 pm19:30
Ensemble Concerts, Music in Schools

SYO Strings Concert

Please join us for Southampton Youth Orchestra (SYO) strings concert at Cantell School.

Parking: There is parking available on site.

Photos/Video: Photos are permissible at this concert but please do not share on social media.

Tickets: This concert is free entry, but there will be a retiring collection for Friends of Southampton Youth Orchestra.

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