On Saturday 11th July 2026 WOWFest will produce Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana in Wells Cathedral, performed by the Bristol Classical Players and the WOWFest Community Chorus and conducted by Tom Gauterin. The Community Chorus is open to ALL SINGING ENTHUSIASTS…

Join ESTA for a relaxed and energising day of music, ideas and connection with fellow string teachers in the South West. These ESTA Gatherings are all about bringing people together — especially those of us working in rural areas —…

15 WEEKS TO GO!! ENTER THE SOMERSET & DORSET SCHOOLS CHOIR COMPETITION Are you getting ready to enter the Somerset & Dorset School Choir Competition? Here’s your chance to make some brilliant music AND win some money for your school…

We’re excited to share a new initiative from the Music Teachers’ Association: A Choir in Every School. Although full details are still to come, you can explore the introduction to the initiative here: 👉 https://www.musicteachers.org/pages/acies This aligns strongly with the…

HM Royal Marines Band, Lympstone return to St Andrews, Wiveliscombe for a 3rd time.   Top class military musicians and the world famous Corps of Drums invite you to join them for an unforgettable evening of varied music and military…

The Octagon Music Hub is currently collecting evidence and feedback from all stakeholders across Somerset and Dorset. Your input is essential in helping shape the future of music education in our counties. 🔶 Closing date for submissions: Friday 6th March…

The Jackdaws Recorder Group is for all teaching staff in schools working with the children- teachers, TAs, office staff…all welcome. The sessions will be led by amazing local player and teacher, Mary Hooper. WHEN?- Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm Term 1 – 29…

We would like to invite woodwind, brass or percussion (either kit or orchestral) players at Grade 3 + standard to this year’s Easter Wind Band Course. Places are limited and will be offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis, so we…

Perrott Hill are holding an exciting morning of music making! They would like to invite you to join them at Perrott Hill (TA18 7SL) for an exciting morning of music making! On Saturday 28 February, they will gather a community…

We are delighted to invite you to a brand‑new series of Tea‑Time CPD sessions, for Spring term 2, proudly led by our Lead Schools. These informal, energising after‑school sessions are completely free and open to any teacher or member of…

Choir competition – save the date! The choir competition is back for 2026. Don’t miss your chance to make some brilliant music AND win some money for your school to put towards your music budget so you can make even more music together!…

Sound of the Streets – Street Band Workshop Saturday 31st January, 10am-11am and 11.20am-12.20pm At Guildhall Young Artists Taunton, at Wellington School, Wellington    A free opportunity for all young players of brass, wind and drums (ideally Grade 3+) to…

CONCERT & WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT Cory Band Brass Ensemble St Mary’s Church, Bridgwater Sunday 15th February Workshop – suitable for grade 5 plus – 3pm – £10 Sign-up for this immersive workshop experience with the Cory Ensemble and Philip Harper where…

We are getting excited for our Wind Ensemble Skills Day on Sunday 1st March! Open to under 18’s of all abilities (grade 3+ recommended) on clarinet, flute, saxophone, horn, oboe, bassoon and recorder. We will be joined by our amazing…

Please find below details about a free exciting opportunity for KS1 pupils, not to be missed!   BSO KS1 Schools Concert 2026 Join us for an exciting free concert with Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO). Designed especially for a KS1 audience,…

Actiontrack Performance Company are currently looking for a Community Musician.  If you are interested please contact action.track@btconnect.com  

SAVE the DATE! We are delighted to be holding the Schools Choir Competition again this year. The closing date for the competition is Monday June 15 at 5pm. BUT you can record your two entries at any time.  If you…

Somerset Music is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic brass teacher to deliver high-quality whole-class brass tuition in schools across the Minehead area of Somerset. Currently a day of work. 📅 Start Date: January 2026 📆 Duration: Two terms (Spring &…