Build A Band is a brand-new contemporary music workshop series designed for young guitarists and drummers who want to develop the skills, confidence, and musical understanding needed to play in a band.
Led by experienced music tutors from Bristol Beacon, our Build A Band workshop will help you learn the foundations of playing with a small group of other musicians whilst helped by experts.
Guitarists, bring your acoustic, electric or bass, we’ll provide amps. Drummers, bring your sticks, we’ll provide the rest.
Who’s Build A Band for?
Young guitarists and drummers who have been playing for at least one year and are keen to explore the exciting world of rock and pop band performance.
Beginner Band from Grade 1, Intermediate Band Grade 3+, Advanced Band Grade 5+
What you’ll learn
- Playing together as a band, assisted by skilled music tutors
- Teamwork – you’ll form a band with musicians of a similar age & ability
- Performance skills
- Learn to play songs across rock, pop and contemporary styles
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Age: 9 – 16 years old
Workshop times
Doors: 13.00
Start: 14.00
Finish: 17.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
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.
Join our access register to help us, help you to have an enjoyable visit.
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