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Updates from the UK's music education sector
Brass Bands England’s latest statement on Covid-19
Since the announcement by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) on Thursday 9 July, prohibiting gatherings of non-professional brass,…
Moving towards an anti-racist professional practice: Developing understanding and awareness
The words below are adapted from a presentation given to Music Mark Members by Jenn Raven of Sound Connections. The presentation formed…
10 Things Schools Should Know About Music: #4 Music Encourages Creativity
“During creative learning pupils have control over their learning processes, and ownership of the knowledge produced, which is relevant to their concerns….
Teaching music in schools
An interpretation of the DfE’s Guidance for Full Opening – Schools (2nd July 2020) The DfE’s Guidance can be found here. Music in…
10 Things Schools Should Know About Music: #3 Music is an Educational Building Block
Bob Cuff, headteacher at Manor Lodge primary school in Sheffield, understands the importance of Music as the foundation of a good education….
Official DfE Guidance and Music in Schools
‘We ask therefore that the government takes an active role in encouraging head teachers and schools, irrespective of their status, to maintain…
Music Mark’s Summer Summit 2020
Music Mark’s Annual Summer Summit this year was without a doubt different than usual. Focusing on the disruptions music services across the…
10 Things Schools Should Know About Music: #2 Music Improves Learning Skills
“Music needs to be part of the solution as schools reopen for more pupils. There is clear data here in Hull and elsewhere demonstrating that those who learn an…
Nottingham Music Hub set to wow yet again with their latest musical project!
Following their international success with ‘Kopanica’ Nottingham’s leading music charity, Nottingham Music Hub, are embarking on yet another exciting digital music venture….
