Inclusive Practice in Action 2026: Creating Change Together
Join Sound Connections for its 2026 annual gathering – a day full of connection, creativity, and conversation, created in partnership with Drake Music. We’ll be exploring how we build inclusive communities in music education and how learning from each other’s work can help shape what we do next.
What to expect:
- Open conversations about what people are working on
- Stories and experiences from across the music education sector
- Live music, film screenings, and more creative moments
- Practical ideas you can take away and use in your own work
Key themes to be explored:
- What “inclusive practice” really means in music education
- The barriers young people face—and how we can help break them down
- How to build supportive, diverse communities in the arts
- Creating more equitable and accessible pathways into music
Who is it for?
Everyone who is passionate about making music education more inclusive, accessible, and community-driven. This event is for:
- Those working with children and young people through music – whether you’re a community music leader, youth worker, work for a Music Hub or music organisation of all career stages
- Young people – if you’re interested in developing your skills, knowledge and network about how to get into a career in music, or take your next steps, come and join us
- Policymakers, advocates and funders – if you’re involved in shaping music education, championing youth voice, or funding projects that support access and inclusion in music.
- Musicians and artists – if you want to share your creativity, collaborate with others, and explore ways to inspire and support young people through music.
Inclusive Practice in Action is an essential event for educators, music practitioners, youth workers, policymakers, and anyone with a committed interest in advancing equity in music education. By attending, you will become part of a broader movement to ensure that all young people, regardless of their background, experience, and ability, have the opportunity to unlock their full musical potential.
Attend this event
Early bird tickets now available! Take advantage of our early bird tickets, available for a limited time only.
A 10% discount is available for organisations booking more than one ticket.
Discounted tickets are available to young people, students, and unwaged.
We have a limited number of bursary places available to those who are unable to pay (subject to availability).
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About the Provider
Sound Connections
Our mission is to ensure that all children and young people can experience music and creative opportunities that are relevant to them and responsive to their needs in a changing world.
