Live Music Now announces project studying benefits of music in care homes
Live Music Now (LMN) has announced details of an ambitious project studying the effects of music on older people, especially those living with dementias, and staff in five care homes across the UK.
Grand Union Orchestra – nurturing the Second Generation
Co-founder and Director of the Grand Union Orchestra, Tony Haynes, argues that – in the fast-changing demographic of Britain today – migrant and migrant-descended musicians can and should have a profound artistic and educational influence…
Creating a building identity for a conservatoire of the future: Thomas Matthews on the Royal…
Thomas Matthews recently worked with the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire to develop a signage and wayfinding experience for its £57 million new home. Here, the communication design agency explains what goes into creating a bespoke…
Sing Up announces details of four new training sessions
Sing Up has announced details of four new training sessions for specialist and non-specialist Primary music teachers this February.
Arts in Education National Day 2018 calls for papers, presentations and workshops
Ireland's online portal, Arts in Education, has invited artists, teachers, academics and arts education professionals to be part of its third annual Arts in Education National Day.
DCMS seeks submissions for inquiry into social impact of participation in culture and sport
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee is to investigate ways in which taking part in the arts, cultural activities and sport can have a positive impact on health, community and education and is inviting the public,…
Time for a reality check? Ciaran O’Donnell on two new studies into instrumental learning
New research shows more children in the West Midlands are learning to play an instrument. Ciaran O'Donnell, Head of Music Service at Birmingham's Services for Education, asks is this music to our ears?