This session for music educators is an exploration of how young people’s musical identities are shaped and the context in which they experience music within formal and non-formal settings, including technology and social media. It will explore the positive effects that music can have on young people, including self-expression and well-being.
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
- Start to think about how to develop musical activity that is relevant to the young people they are working with
- Consider actions to develop music making activities to support the wellbeing of all young people
- Receive an attendance certificate
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Age guidance: 18+
Arrival: 9:30
Start: 10:00
Finish: 16:00
Training session facilitators
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.
Kathryn Sturman
Kathryn is a music leader, singer and charity director based in Leeds. She works with all ages of babies, children and young people in formal and non-formal settings through the charity that she co-founded, Made with Music.
The charity focuses on inclusive music practice and wellbeing, with regular work for the NHS and carer support groups, self-promoted family friendly gigs, inclusive and accessible music classes and family singing events.
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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