I Speak Music: Next Generation - World In Music Ensemble Workshop
11:00am-11:45am, Camberley Theatre Downstairs
Come and Try – Starting with a drum circle, we will explore new cultures and make music with diverse practitioners. Try out a new instrument, sing, move to the music… all are welcome! this musical activity is for everyone regardless of ability. There is no need to book for this session.
12:45pm-1:45pm, Camberley Theatre Function Room
Maybe you’re interested in making music but don’t quite fit the traditional western classical mould? Maybe you’ve got amazing music technology skills or have diverse musical experience? Maybe you want to make a difference to the world through your music? If this sounds like you… then this is the talk for you to find out how use those skills!
Starting with an interactive music activity, the team who have been working with the I Speak Music: Next Generation World in Music Ensemble will talk about their route into music and the skills needed to work in the area of ‘community musicianship’ and what that looks like as both a musician and a support team member.
I Speak Music Next Generation is a funded programme from Youth Music supporting wellbeing, musical skills and understanding and friendship between children of all cultural backgrounds, including those from displaced backgrounds.
The World in Music vocal and percussion ensemble embraces western and non-western music traditions. Learn about unfamiliar cultures, make friends and create amazing music together! The age range for participants is 8-16 years old. No previous musical experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcomed.
As an inclusive ensemble, we are especially excited to welcome students from diverse backgrounds and those who have English as a second or other language to this group, as well as local Surrey peers. We are also particularly excited to meet young people from vulnerable backgrounds, those who are young carers and are from care experienced backgrounds.
* please be aware we are currently in receipt of Youth Music funding which allows us to offer the first term of this ensemble free. From January 2025, subject to confirmation, fees will be introduced in line with other Surrey Arts Ensembles.
Interested in Music? On Saturday 2nd November, you could book onto a DJing Workshop with Surrey Arts before attending the I Speak Music: Next Generation – World In Music Ensemble Workshop at 12:45-1:45. To finish up the afternoon, you could take part in our Open Mic and perform to the festival!