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Workshops for schools

We believe in the power of singing to bring young people together and we want to share this experience through our workshop programme run by our high-quality NYCGB vocal leaders.

Our sessions support 15 musical, physical & developmental learning outcomes for young people and we aim to get participants of all levels of experience singing their socks off! In 2019 80% of participants rated our workshops very highly and 92% of teachers reported picking up tips and tricks to take away from the sessions.

It is important to us that NYCGB workshops have as few barriers as possible to taking part, and so all songs are taught by ear, with no need for specialised equipment or knowledge of music reading.

What to expect from an NYCGB workshop:

  • Accessible & inclusive for all
  • Fun & energetic with a wide range of repertoire
  • Led by high-quality vocal leaders

Ready Steady Sing offer for Primary Schools (also suitable to support primary-secondary transition)

Our action-packed ‘Ready Steady Sing!’ workshops are aimed at primary groups and are suitable from Year 3 upwards.

We recommend groups no larger than 100 pupils to make sure that everyone has the chance to participate. Sessions are typically 2 hours.

Price on request.


Tailored workshop offer for Secondary Schools

Are you a secondary school music teacher looking for NYCGB support for singing? NYCGB also offers tailored workshop packages for secondary groups. Our expert vocal leaders focus on increasing vocal confidence, encouraging changing voices, and supporting general musicianship. We consult with you in advance about the needs of your group and tailor the session accordingly.

Price on request.


Teacher CPD workshops

We also offer workshops for teachers and school staff focused on encouraging singing in your school and providing the tools and repertoire for getting the most out of your young singers.

All our CPD sessions:

  • Encourage teacher confidence
  • Share helpful tools & tips for working with young singers
  • Include relevant repertoire to take away that can be built up to varying levels of difficulty.

Price on request.


Find out more

For more information and to express your interest in an NYCGB workshop, contact our Learning & Engagement Manager, Katie Lodge, via email on [email protected]

The NYCGB workshop programme is generously supported by ABRSM.


 

Published: 26th October, 2018

Updated: 21st February, 2020

Author: Julian Forbes

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