Monday evenings during term time

Flames Collective Bristol: Auditions now open

A UD Music programme, delivered by Bristol Beacon

The Cellars

A line of 4 people stand holding microphones, singing passionately, with a smokey red glow behind

Flames Collective Bristol is a vocal group for young people aged 14 – 19 from Bristol and the surrounding area.

Flames Collective Bristol is the first regional Flames Collective Centre, delivered by Bristol Beacon in partnership with UD Music. It will give 20 young vocalists an entry into the world of the professional music industry, and will bring UD’s acclaimed youth vocal programme to young people aged 14 – 19 in Bristol, free of charge, with weekly sessions covering vocal technique, songwriting and performance, alongside opportunities to record and perform live.

Flames Collective is UD Music’s flagship vocal programme for young people aged 14 – 19, now in its tenth year. A youth ensemble like no other in the UK, Flames Collective has performed with artists including RAYE, Sasha Keable, Cian Ducrot, Skye Newman, Absolutely, James Vickery and Ed Sheeran, at venues including the Barbican, Kings Place, EartH and the Royal Festival Hall.

Attendance at 7 of 10 core sessions each term is required.

Presented by UD Music and Bristol Beacon

Weekly Sessions: Monday evenings during term-time 18.00 – 20.00

Location: The Cellars, Bristol Beacon, BS1 5AR

How much does it cost? The programme is free. Travel and subsistence expenses are offered for performances.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us by emailing ensembles@bristolbeacon.org or texting/WhatsApping us on 07391 680388

Who can apply?

Flames Collective Bristol is for:

14 – 19 year olds 
Singers showcasing strong potential and vocal talent
Students with a strong interest in committing to their development as a vocalist/performer
We’d like to specifically include young people from underrepresented backgrounds; this could mean young people from Black, Asian, or other Global Majority communities, from low-income households, and those who identify as disabled.

Members of the group will get the chance to:

Develop skills in vocal technique, songwriting and performance
Record in a professional studio
Perform at live gigs

How to get involved

This group is auditioned, and you can apply to take part by sending us an audition video.

In this video, we’d like to film yourself:

Singing a song or part of a song that you feel showcases your vocal skill
Singing back the vocal exercise shown in the video below
The deadline to send your audition video is Fri 20 November

Please send your video to us via WhatsApp on 07391 680388, along with:

Your name
Your age
Your parent/carer’s name
Your parent/carer’s phone number
Your parent/carer’s email address
The school or college you attend
Confirmation that you are available for Monday evening rehearsals 18.00 – 20.00

(This is a secure business WhatsApp number, and any identifying videos/information will be held in accordance with our GDPR policy)

Applications close on Fri 20 November, those who are successful will be notified Wed 28 October, and weekly rehearsals will commence from Mon 30 November (with weekly rehearsals taking place at The Cellars, Bristol Beacon 18.00 – 20.00)

The venue

The Cellars

at Bristol Beacon

Getting to the venue

Location: The Cellars are located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Lower Ground (LG) and follow signs to Cellars and Weston Stage.

Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

Bicycle

Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.

Car parking

Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.

Bristol Clean Air Zone

Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.

Bus

Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.

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Access

Mobility

The Cellars have level access from street level.

Assistance Dogs

Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.

Hearing Facility

A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)

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