A practical and discussion-based session exploring the different ways that musical development can take place when working with young people with physical impairments, sensory impairments, learning difficulties, learning disabilities and how to support this in varied settings including classrooms, community groups, workshops and 1:1’s.
From attending this training session, participants will get the opportunity to:
- Network with other teachers, practitioners, music leaders and community musicians from across the sector
- Engage with case studies submitted by experienced facilitators, music therapists and tutors.
- Learn about the different types of disabilities/impairments that participants may encounter in varied settings.
- Discover practical ways of supporting young people with SEN/D in specialist and mainstream settings.
- Learn the emotional, physical, and cognitive benefits of bringing music making activities into mainstream and SEN/D specialist settings.
- Explore assistive music technology and adapted musical instruments with the aim to engage all young people within music making sessions.
- Receive an attendance certificate.
Takeaways:
After this session you should leave with a toolkit consisting of approaches, practical ideas and a recourse library that you can use moving forward in
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Age guidance: 18+
Arrival: 9:30
Start: 10:00
Finish: 16:00
Training session facilitators
Ben Sellers
Ben is a teacher, trainer and writer. His work is focussed on future technologies and improving access to high-quality creative opportunities for disabled young people and those with additional learning needs.
He works with music hubs, orchestras and arts organisations worldwide to embed inclusive practice and champion innovation.
Alex Lupo
Alex has over twenty years of experience as a music leader, performer, composer and producer. As a music leader he has devised and led a huge range of projects from large scale ensemble projects to staff training and curriculum development in a range of settings working with young disabled people. Alex specialises in working with Assistive Music Technology with young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties. He has worked for a number of leading organisations, including Live Music Now! Drake Music, Open Up Music, Bristol Beacon, Wiltshire Music Connect, Bath Philharmonia, the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and Bath Festivals Trust among others.
Alex is also a HCPC registered music therapist. His work as a music therapist is also focussed in SEN/D, ALN and SEMH settings working with young autistic people and young people with complex needs.
His varied performing career has taken him all over the world, both with bands and in theatre productions. .
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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