Sat 1 Feb 2025 | Sessions from 10am-5.30pm

Ever wondered what it’s like to perform in an opera or musical? Curious about writing your own song or playing steel pans? Want to ask music professionals how to break into the industry?

Get hands-on with all of this—and more—absolutely FREE at our Young Musicians Day at Blackheath Halls on 1st February 2025!

This event is open to young people aged 8-18. Plus, after each session, we’ll share info about more free or low-cost music-making opportunities to keep you inspired long after the day ends.

There are lots of different activities on offer throughout the day and you can select those you are interested in.

Places are limited so book your place now by filling out this form

Young Musicians Day Schedule – 1 February 2025
*All sessions are for ages 8-18 unless otherwise specified

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Songwriting with Aga Serugo-Lugo
Explore the art of songwriting

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Steel Pan Workshop with Heart of Steel Orchestra
Discover the rhythms of steel pan music in this hands-on workshop

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Brazilian Drumming Workshop with TARU Arts
Get into the groove with vibrant Brazilian rhythms in this energetic session

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Musical Theatre Workshop with Lettice Cook and Orla Brennan
Step into the spotlight for a fun musical theatre session.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Boys’ Singing Session (Ages 10+) with Zeshaan Shain
Join choir leader Zeshaan Shain for a focused boys’ singing session.

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Opera Taster Session (Ages 8-12) with Tabs Benton-Evans and Ali Chilvers
A fun introduction to opera.

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Senior Youth Choir Taster Session (School Years 7+) with Helen Brookes
Sing and harmonize with the Senior Youth Choir under the guidance of Helen Brookes.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Junior Youth Choir Taster Session (School Years 3-6) with Helen Brookes
An exciting session for younger singers to explore choir music.

4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Music Industry Career Panel & Q&A
Ask your burning questions to industry pros, including:

  • Zeshaan Shain – classical singer and choir leader
  • Kate Howden – opera singer
  • Mali Davies – Musical theatre performer
  • Talitha Kelly – Pop singer
  • Obi – Rap artist

Suppported by The Smillie Family and donations from our Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024