Music
We have 20 years’ experience of working with schools, cultural organisations and communities in Birmingham, the West Midlands and across the UK. From this wealth of experience, we can provide unique, enjoyable, and meaningful learning opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Our range of artist-led workshops and activities span dance, music, storytelling and visual arts to explore South Asian culture, and is perfect for schools and HE/FE establishments.
We also love to collaborate and create bespoke learning opportunities, performances and events. Whether you need a one-off workshop, a regular booking or a longer-term residency – please get in touch to discuss what we can offer!
- Celebrate South Asian culture and promote those with South Asian heritage.
- Promote gentle conversations about citizenship, diversity and equality.
- Workshops led by professional dancers, musicians and visual artists.
- All workshop leaders DBS checked.
- Suitable for all ages, including participants with Special Educational Needs
- Available in Birmingham, Black Country and West Midlands
“Thank you so much for organising the workshop for class 5. They had a blast this afternoon and were so captivated by it all. When we described the workshop in one word…it was a room full of ‘amazing’, ‘incredible’, ‘really, really, really epic’, the best.” Steiner Academy, Hereford
Music
Indian Classical Music Workshop
A brilliant opportunity to develop new music skills and widen understanding and appreciation of different musical styles and traditions.
What is covered?
- Introduction to a range of musical instruments from the Indian subcontinent e.g. tabla, sitar, harmonium and the chance to try out different sounds, rhythms and melodies.
- Learn a short composition in a time structure and raga (Indian melodic scale).
- Discover the Indian classical tradition of using sounds and tones produced by the human body and spoken rhythmic syllables e.g. dha, dhin, ta!
“Many thanks to Sarvar and Sam from Sonia Sabri Company for the wonderful music workshop you held with pupils from Y2-4. They learned so much whilst thoroughly enjoying themselves.” Cofton Primary School, Birmingham
Learning Outcomes
- develop flexibility, strength, technique, control and balance.
- perform dances using a range of movement patterns.
Global Music Workshop
Our global music workshops are a perfect way to learn how you can bring different musical styles and traditions together.
What is covered?
- An introduction to a range of global musical instruments and a demonstration of the techniques needed to play each instrument.
- Each participant will have the chance to have a go and try out different sounds, rhythms, and melodies from a range of global music traditions; as well as a chance to play together as a group!
“...because music is another way of people thinking so then it is really important when you grow up to know how other people are thinking, how they are living, how they are looking at the world.” Participant, SSCo Global Music Youth Ensemble
Learning Outcomes
- Perform, listen to and evaluate music from a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions.
- Play tuned and untuned instruments musically.
- Experiment with, create, select and combine sounds.
- Improvise and compose music for a range of purposes.
- Listen with attention to detail and recall sounds with increasing aural memory.
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for Teachers and Educators
Our CPD (Continuing Professional Development) workshops equip teachers with a creative toolkit to bring dance, music and visual arts into their teaching practice across all areas of the curriculum. Our expertise in South Asian art forms enables us to provide teachers with unique insight and understanding of the rich and diverse heritages of pupils and students today.
“The workshop was fantastic because it allowed you to see how simple you can make storytelling […] you’re not worried about what level the children are in dance. You’re inspiring their creativity – you’re using their creativity to create dance.” Teacher – BAS Art in Schools Conference 2023
What is covered?
- An introduction to a range of global musical instruments and a demonstration of the techniques needed to play each instrument.
- Each participant will have the chance to have a go and try out different sounds, rhythms, and melodies from a range of global music traditions; as well as a chance to play together as a group!
“...because music is another way of people thinking so then it is really important when you grow up to know how other people are thinking, how they are living, how they are looking at the world.” Participant, SSCo Global Music Youth Ensemble
Learning Outcomes
- Perform, listen to and evaluate music from a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions.
- Play tuned and untuned instruments musically.
- Experiment with, create, select and combine sounds.
- Improvise and compose music for a range of purposes.
- Listen with attention to detail and recall sounds with increasing aural memory.
To book, request more information or discuss a bespoke project, please email Mary Ryder on MaryEmail
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