The Next Generation of Musicians
West Sussex Music is thrilled to announce the return in January of its incredibly successful initiative for beginner instrumentalists back for its fifth year.
The Tomorrow’s Orchestra Programme (TOP26) combines free instrumental lessons and free instrument loan with weekly orchestral sessions, and applications for are now open!
TOP26 lasts for three terms, starting in January 2026, with sessions taking place at our evening and Saturday music centres at Bognor Regis, Chichester, Crawley, Horsham, Midhurst, and Worthing.
The first term is completely free, with the following two terms costing just £78 each term for music centre membership. We want to ensure that learners from all backgrounds can access TOP26 so there are discounted and free places for those on low income.
TOP26 has been created as a fast-track route from absolute beginner to confident musician within a few short months. TOP26 will also introduce children to the thrill of playing in an orchestra and playing in concerts.
If your child, or a child you care for, loves music and is aged between seven and 11 years old, the Tomorrow’s Orchestra Programme is an amazing opportunity to nurture that curiosity and help them develop skills which can last a lifetime.
John Randall, West Sussex Music’s Music Centres Manager said:
“This is the fifth year we’ll be running our Tomorrow’s Orchestra Programme and each year we’ve welcomed more and more children as we’ve expanded the number of venues. In the last four years I’ve been so impressed by the enthusiasm our young students have brought to the whole process.
“We’re really pleased to continue to offer youngsters this accessible, low-cost opportunity to learn a musical instrument, perform as part of an orchestra and make new friendships. Our dedicated staff are looking forward to helping students take their first steps on what we hope will be a lifelong musical journey.”
TOP26 combines a weekly instrumental lesson and orchestral session and has been created to give a fast-track route to children who are keen to make music with others.
Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment by going here.
