This training session will look at the key issues and concepts of diversity and inclusion within music education, and how to ensure your work meets the needs of all young people. Participants will unpack what is meant by equality, equity, diversity and inclusion and considerations to make when creating inclusive music making activities. The session includes a practical workshop using inclusive musical resources for classroom lessons and workshop leading.
This session will provide the opportunity to:
- Network with other teachers, practitioners, music leaders and community musicians from across the sector
- Engage with case studies submitted by facilitators and young people
- Unpack what is meant by equality, equity, diversity and inclusion and how to consider this when developing musical activity for young people to access
- Identify and think about addressing unconscious bias and common assumptions around racism, disability, LGBTQ+ communities and other minority groups within music making activities with young people
- Discuss the use of inclusive language when working with young people
- Experience and share practical music making activities with a focus on diversity and inclusion
- Receive an attendance certificate
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Age guidance: 18+
Arrival: 9:30
Start: 10:00
Finish: 16:00
Training session facilitators
Michael Moast
Mike is a singer/songwriter and a music facilitator, who performs at venues across Bristol. He first discovered the guitar on his 5th birthday, and never looked back! His musical journey since then has involved playing guitar, singing and writing his own music, as well as running workshops for young people, including children in care and disabled young people. His love of acoustic music has stayed strong throughout. Mike studied music at the University of West England and has managed young people’s music programmes at Knowle West Media Centre.
Seah Hotson
Seah is a facilitator and sound designer with a focus on inclusive music practice and music for wellbeing. She has experience working with vulnerable young people, facilitating music groups and one to ones. Seah has designed and delivered The Creative Empowerment Project; exploring feminism and challenges facing female, trans and non-binary young people through music, dance and drama. She delivers music intervention for young people in Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) settings.
From working with young people with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP), she is experienced at working in ways to suit each individual within a session, helping them to develop musical skills, build confidence, autonomy and increase wellbeing.
Tickets and Prices
This training session is for music educators, including classroom teachers, community musicians, music workshop leaders, peripatetic teachers and those thinking of starting out as a music leader/facilitator.
Discounted rates apply for individuals and freelancers.
- Individuals and Freelancers £30 Incl. booking fee
- Organisations £40 Incl. booking fee
Concessions
Limited free places are available for those who experience barriers accessing workshops or education. This can be people who are experiencing financial difficulties or who identify as disabled.
Please contact cme@bristolbeacon.org for more information or to find out how to apply for a free place.
About the Inclusive Practitioner Certificate for Music Educators
About the Inclusive Practitioner Certificate for Music Educators
This event is part of our series of Inclusive Practitioner Certificate of Music Education training sessions for music practitioners to increase confidence in their practice working with young people of all abilities.
Learn more about the full CME qualification or sign up for an individual session.
I have found the genuine passion for the work that I have witnessed amongst all of the participants and trainers to be extremely inspiring – and that has further encouraged me to take steps to review and improve my own practice”
Inclusive Practitioner workshop Participant
The venue
Beacon Music Centre
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Music Centre is located on Stanton Road in Southmead.
Address: Beacon Music Centre, Stanton Rd, Bristol BS10 5SJ
Bicycle
Bicycle racks are available in the Beacon Music Centre car park to the left of the main entrance. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking:
Beacon Music Centre has an on-site car park which is free to use for visitors.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Beacon Music Centre is outside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
The nearest bus stop is Pen Park Road a short distance (200m) away.
Access
Mobility
Beacon Music Centre is an accessible space, with level access and ramps throughout.
Toilets
There are accessible toilets in the centre.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome.
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
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