Last week over fifty young musicians from Hub-supported Torbay and South Devon Music Centre (TSDMC) had the the amazing opportunity to play at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall. They performed alongside singers and instrumentalists from all corners of the UK as part of the creative project at this year's Music For Youth Proms. This year, the creative project featured new work by composer Cassie Kinoshi jointly commissioned by Music For Youth, ABRSM and the BBC Ten Pieces initiative. Well done to all of the young musicians involved as well as the staff and volunteers that made opportunity possible.
Thank you to Tiverton High School for hosting Tuesday’s Hub Sounds events featuring The Sound of the Streets, Ashleigh Turley from InFocus Charity, the Devon Youth Jazz Orchestra Ambassadors and young performers from Tiverton High School. We loved sharing your performances with over 600 children and young people from local schools and getting everyone involved in our Big Sing. Well done to all of our fabulous performers! Devon Music Education Hub would like acknowledge the generous support of Tiverton High School for hosting these events.
 Devon Music Education Hub and other Hubs across England are working with Live Music Now to present a Musical Mondays series of online performances for SEND schools/settings.
“A really thoughtful and poignant performance which entertained a range of abilities and increased pupils’ positive well-being for the rest of the day.”
Teacher feedback from Musical Mondays SEND schools concert
The series is particularly suited to primary age pupils, but open to young people of all ages with additional needs. Join Live Music Now artists live as their performances is streamed directly into the comfort of your school hall or classroom.
We are delighted to be working with Hub-supported Devon Youth Chamber Brass (DYCB) and Devon County Youth Brass Band (DCYBB) to offer young brass players in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay this exciting opportunity to play Christmas music side-by-side this December!
Join us from 2-4pm on Sunday 8 December 2024 at Greendale Farm Shop near Exeter, Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon, Exeter EX5 2JU to play festive classics and your favourite carols. This event is open to under 18 year olds that play a brass instrument to a Grade 3 level of ability or higher and is being offered free of charge.
This is an outdoor event, so warm clothes will be needed! Please bring your instrument, your family and friends and your enthusiasm – all music and stands will be provided.
Despite the extreme disappointment of cancelling one of their performances due to the adverse weather that swept through Exeter on Thursday 21 November, Teachers Rock®, 250 young people and their dedicated teachers united for an unforgettable night of inspirational singing in Exeter Cathedral on Friday 22 November. This incredible collaboration turned their remaining performance into a masterpiece of resilience and joy.
The evening opened with a breath taking collaboration on All Together Now, where powerful harmonies joined a triumphant brass fanfare and a stunning string ensemble. Another highlight of the evening was a moving, massed rendition of Stormzy’s Blinded By Your Grace. Featuring an electrifying rap that brought together all participants, the performance was a bold celebration of diversity and unity. It captured the essence of contemporary music’s ability to inspire across generations, leaving the audience visibly moved by its raw emotion and energy. The festive spirit shone brightly with the a stunning performance of New Born King, a moment of pure Christmas joy. The grand finale was nothing short of spectacular: a rousing rendition of Circle of Life. The choir delivered a dazzling collaboration, enhanced by the exhilarating rhythm of a taiko drumming accompaniment that added an enigmatic, primal energy, concluding on an unforgettable high.
This unique event wasn’t just a concert; it was a testament to the power of music, community, and the unyielding spirit of our educational community. Together, they transformed disappointment into triumph, filling Exeter Cathedral with harmony and hope.
Debbie Kent, Teachers Rock® Founder/Director
Devon Music Education Hub are delighted to be working with R&K Systems and Music In Devon Initiative (MIDI) to present the Devon Secondary Schools Battle of the Bands 2025.
Bands and aspiring artists from secondary schools/settings across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay can apply to join us at one of our regional heats, where they will get feedback on their performance from music industry professionals – our regional heats will take place at the following dates and locations:
- Tuesday 4 February 2025 | Petroc College, Barnstaple
- Thursday 6 February 2025 | King Edward VI Community College, Totnes
- Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Uffculme School, Cullompton
- Thursday 13 February 2025 | Plympton Academy, Plymouth
A selection of bands will be invited to the Battle of the Bands Final at Exeter Phoenix on 25 February 2025, and could win the chance to professionally record their music and perform at high profile festivals.
Devon Music Education Hub would like acknowledge the generous support of our host schools for supporting these events.
Come and play Carols with DYCB and DCYBB
Sunday 8 December 2024 | Greendale Farm Shop, near Exeter
Gabrieli Roar: A Grand Georgian Christmas
Monday 9 December 2024 | Exeter Cathedral
Live Music Now Musical Mondays
Monday 10 February 2025 | Online
Monday 12 May 2025 | Online
Battle of the Bands
4 February 2025 | Petroc College, Barnstaple
6 February 2025 | King Edward VI Community College, Totnes
11 February 2025 | Uffculme School, Cullompton
13 February 2025 | Plympton Academy, Plymouth
25 February 2025 | Exeter Phoenix (final)
Early Years Music: Connecting and communicating through musical play
Friday 24 January 2025 | Online
Growing Trans and Non-binary Awareness
Wednesday 8 January and Wednesday 2 July 2025 | Online
Devon Music Education Conference
Friday 23 May 2025 | Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre
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