Be Creative
We believe in the power of music to inspire, teach and transform lives.
Welcome to a world of music, creativity, and community. From our vibrant base at Beacon Music Centre, to the Sound Studios in The Cellars at Bristol Beacon, to schools and venues across the city, we offer inspiring opportunities for all ages.
Whether you’re starting out or stepping up, our award-winning music lessons, innovative whole-class tuition programmes for schools, inclusive community programmes, and support for emerging creatives help thousands discover their potential.
Join us in making music that connects, empowers, and celebrates Bristol’s diverse talent.
Music Lessons & Groups
Learn to play
Learn to play
Our instrument and vocal tuition offers young people the chance to develop their passion for music. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to hone your skills, there’s something for everyone.
Join a group or ensemble
Join a group or ensemble
From guitar groups, to orchestras, DJ workshops to choirs there are lots of opportunities to create music with others.
Teaching Music
Teaching Music
We run a programme of creative learning reaching over 30,000 young people every year from Beacon Music Centre in Southmead and across 92% of Bristol’s schools.
Discover our individual and whole-class tuition, curriculum resources, and teacher training opportunities.
Community Programmes
Community Programmes
Each year, our programmes use the power of music to create joy and connection.
We reach tens of thousands of people through groups, festivals, workshops, training, and events—supporting care-experienced young people, disabled people, older adults, carers, refugees, and asylum seekers.
Emerging Creatives
Emerging Creatives
Creative development for the music industry professionals of the future.
Mentoring programmes, artist residencies, performance opportunities, training programmes and masterclasses – designed to enable young creatives to collaborate, grow and glow.
Bursaries
Music is for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance. Find out about our range of bursaries, discounts and fees and start your musical journey with us today.
Contact us
Whatever you need to know, we’re here to help.
If you need to know information about music lessons, how to apply for a course, or just interested to know what groups we have on offer, please get in touch.
