News
Updates from the UK's music education sector
RPS/ABO Salomon Prize awarded to John Cushing, former RSNO principal
Clarinettist John Cushing, who last year retired after a 35-year stint as principal clarinet of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, has been…
Simon Rattle is the seismic, creative shock UK classical music needs
Sir Simon Rattle’s return to Britain is a once-in-a-generation opportunity; not just for the London Symphony Orchestra, whose national significance and international…
Bob Chilcott – “commit proper funding to music education in schools and make it a core subject”
He wants to put 400 singers in a railway station, and he loves a bit of Barbra Streisand … composer and conductor…
Ignoring the arts won’t prepare pupils for employment
A leading headmaster will warn that “questionable” reforms to GCSEs may not be developing the qualities valued by employers. Michael Windsor, headmaster…
Art and music brings pupils together in Barnet
Two schools in Barnet, north London, joined forces earlier this year to develop the relationships between disabled and non-disabled young people through…
‘Fidel the musical’ song-writing competition open to all UK schools, colleges & universities
Attention all MUSIC, English, History, Politics, and Spanish teachers Coming after Easter! An exciting and educational competition for the summer and/or autumn…
Innovative conference highlights music technology tips for SEN settings
Delegates from across the UK descended on the MAC Arts Centre, Birmingham recently for an innovative music technology conference organised by music charity…
Winners of the Character Awards announced
Education Secretary Nicky Morgan announces the 27 schools and organisations winning £15,000 for their work in character education. Investing in character education…
Commons Debate – Children & the Arts: Chris Bryant on Nicky Morgan’s comments on arts education
Chris Bryant, Shadow Minister (Culture, Media and Sport) Does the Minister accept that whatever spin he may put on it, when the…
