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SoundCity 3: 200 Young Musicians Play a Festival in One Night!

 

On 14 March over 200 young musicians from the city took to the stage as part of SoundCity 3. The diverse programme ranged from samba to punk, folk, rock, classical and jazz, giving the feel of a music festival in one night.

 

15 different acts performed, hailing from SoundCity partner organisations and secondary schools across Brighton & Hove. Compered by Guy Lloyd (Juice FM) and Viv Harnden (AudioActive), the musical action unfolded across two stages at the Corn Exchange. There was even a flash mob featuring 40 wind, brass and percussion players emerging from the crowd while playing an arrangement of Balkan-inspired hit ‘Sam and the Womp’.

 

It was great when everyone walked through the audience and then came on stage. It made me me really happy to hear all the cheers!’ said Alex (age 12), who performed with Balkan Beats.

 

Students from City College filmed the event which was live streamed on the night. Over 1000 people viewed the film in the first 24 hours and if you missed the gig, or simply want to relive some of the fantastic performances you can still watch the live stream.

 

Laura Callaghan Grooms, Director of Hand on Heart Arts and audience member said ‘This was hands down one of the best youth music showcases I’ve ever seen. Diversity, energy and commitment.’ 

 

This was the third annual showcase from SoundCity and this year’s celebration of young musical talent included a record number of partners and schools performing in the music education hub’s annual show. The event audience (both live and online) is also increasing year on year. 

 

 

Did you know that Glyndebourne Youth Opera offer the chance to take part in opera workshops

If your child is in KS1 or KS2, during the Summer term they will experience the thrill of hearing over 20 different musical instruments in their schools

Our Future City is a 6 month conversation that seeks to improve the lives and life-chances of children and young people through cultural engagement and creative skills

Come and see a glittering showcase of young and emerging talent presented in and around the Royal Pavilion Estate
 

Save the Date - 16 July 2015.  For schools; teachers; practitioners & managers involved with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

The BHMA Balkan Brass Ensemble will be leading this year's Children's Parade and if you can play brass to Grade 4 standard approx, you can join in the fun!

Summer School courses for pupils in years 2-11 will be running from 29 Jun - 7 Aug. New for 2015 is Band Week (form a band and put on a gig) and Music Theatre Week

Over 100 music educators and practitioners recently came together to share practice and network with colleagues from across Brighton & Hove

New courses during Easter and Summer school holidays.  'Discover Arts & Heritage' for years - open to all pupils in years 4-6
 

As part of the Furthering Talent programme, Awards for Young Musicians are offering a free practical training session on Thurs 4 Jun to help identify and support musical talent in your class

ambassador Richard Durrant will launch the 2015 fund-raising campaign for encore

BYO and Hackney Borough Youth Orchestra will join forces to perform a programme of music exclusively inspired by the BBC Ten Pieces

The diverse programme ranged from samba to punk, folk, rock, classical and jazz - a musical festival in one night

Howard, who has been with the music service for over 10 years, tells us of his family upbringing on big band, crooners and classical music - and a payment in chocolate!

30 young people from Brighton & Hove, who might not otherwise have a chance to access live music, are currently benefiting from the Furthering Talent programme

Then why not take part in the social singing group held on Tuesday mornings during term time at Brighton & Hove Music & Arts. No audition and no requirement to read music

The award winning String Ensemble recently tourned the Isle of Wight accompanied by internationally renowed artist Richard Durrant. Repertoire ranged from Icelandic folk songs to Baroque classics

BHMA is currently looking to expand its Cello provision including some short term maternity cover.

Brighton & Hove Youth Philharmonia travel to Noordwijk, on the South coast of Holland this April to share a programme of works they have been rehearsing since the beginning of the year

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