West Sussex Music Education Conference

Wednesday 10 July 2024, 9am – 4pm

#EveryChildAMusician

Link to 2024 Conference Resources

We are delighted to be inviting all those working with children and young people to our Music Education Conference 2024 #EveryChildAMusician, at Chichester College.

Following his impact at the conference last year and responding to the many requests for him to return, we are thrilled to share that Jimmy Rotheram (Music Leader at Feversham Primary Academy) will again be joining us.

We also welcome three further experts in music education to lead us in workshops throughout the day.

· Rachel Maby (West Sussex Music’s Schools Singing Lead)

· Andrew Ferguson (Founder of Education and Bass)

· Emily Barden (Singer/Songwriter)

Whatever context you teach in, each workshop will increase your own confidence teaching music and support you to build confidence in others.

This fun, practical, and informative day, with delicious food included, closes with an inspirational song, adaptable for any context and ready to take away for use with your young musicians. We look forward to seeing you there!

Find out more & book tickets

This conference is FREE to West Sussex Music Education Hub schools, partners and associates 
And just £35 for non-West Sussex schools and educators

✅  Please tick the gift aid box if purchasing a ticket, it makes a huge difference and allows us to provide more opportunities for pupils.

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Session One Workshops

Have you ever wondered what actually happens to your vocal cords, breath and body when you sing?

This workshop will practically explore the physiology of the voice. You will learn applied vocal exercises intended to safely develop vocal range and projection.

You will be given breathing and singing exercises you can use to improve not only your own practice as singing leaders, but also the children you work with.

With fun and effective vocal warm- ups, songs for KS1 and key musical and vocal pointers for this age group, this session is a must for anyone wanting to make the most of their amazing human instrument – the voice.

In this session you will have an opportunity to explore how music and the creating of it, can be life changing for the children you work with.

Based on his own experience at Feversham Primary Academy, Jimmy will share his expertise in the therapeutic benefits of creating music.

You will learn strategies to support children to tap into their own imaginations, bring their ideas to life, improvise and compose and grow in confidence and self-belief.

Empower yourself with the skills to integrate technology seamlessly into music education using BandLab Edu.

Designed for educators seeking to expand their digital toolkit, this workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to BandLab Edu’s features and functionalities.

Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, create music projects, and facilitate engaging learning experiences for learners.

By addressing common challenges such as imposter syndrome and fear of technology, this session supports educators in building confidence and expertise in leveraging technology to enhance music education.

Session Two Workshops

Dive into the rich tapestry of global music traditions with BandLab Edu.

This workshop empowers music educators to celebrate cultural diversity and promote individuality through world music creatives.

Participants will learn how to leverage BandLab Edu’s tools to engage learners in exploring diverse musical styles from around the world.

By fostering inclusivity and supporting educators in overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of technology, this session equips teachers with practical strategies for enriching the classroom experience and inspiring creativity in their learners.

Have you looked in despair at your school’s random collection of instruments sitting forlorn on a trolley?

No budget for buying a new set of instruments?

Then this workshop is one not to miss.

Jimmy’s creative genius will show you how there is nothing in the classroom, that cannot become an instrument and support you to find cheap and free alternatives to resource your music curriculum, make meaningful music and have wonderful outcomes for the children you work with.

Discover the joy of composing rounds with your pupils. In this practical music-filled session, Emily Barden will lead you through the process of deconstructing rounds, making, and creating your own rounds, and then exploring ways to build upon these to create bigger, accompanied pieces of music.

Through a series of musical choices and options, you will learn how to adapt and develop an idea to suit those you are working with.

You will not only develop your own confidence to be creative but also deepen your understanding of how rounds work, enabling you to inspire creativity in others and facilitate composition in your classrooms.

Suitable for anyone working in a musical setting with young people

Session Three Workshops

Unleash the power of visual storytelling with BandLab Edu.

In this dynamic workshop, music educators will discover how to guide learners in sourcing personalised images, crafting accompanying narratives, and composing music to complement the visual narrative.

By integrating multimedia elements, participants will foster creativity, promote inclusivity, and support teachers in overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of technology.

This session provides educators with practical tools and inspiration for harnessing the combined power of images and music to enhance learning experiences in the classroom.

Have you ever wondered what actually happens to your vocal cords, breath and body when you sing?

This workshop will practically explore the physiology of the voice. You will learn applied vocal exercises intended to safely develop vocal range and projection.

You will be given breathing and singing exercises you can use to improve not only your own practice as singing leaders, but also the children you work with.

With fun and effective vocal warm- ups, songs for KS2 and key musical and vocal pointers for this age group, this session is a must for anyone wanting to make the most of their amazing human instrument – the voice.

Discover the joy of composing rounds with your pupils. In this practical music-filled session, Emily Barden will lead you through the process of deconstructing rounds, making and creating your own rounds, and then exploring ways to build upon these to create bigger, accompanied pieces of music.

Through a series of musical choices and options, you will learn how to adapt and develop an idea to suit those you are working with.

You will not only develop your own confidence to be creative but also deepen your understanding of how rounds work, enabling you to inspire creativity in others and facilitate composition in your classrooms. Suitable for anyone working in a musical setting with young people.

Workshop Leaders

Andrew Ferguson

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Emily Barden

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Jimmy Rotheram

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Rachel Maby

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What people are saying

“Fantastic CPD training with lots of new games, ideas and songs to take away.”

“Such valuable material from all the workshop leaders- I’ll be transforming my KS2 curriculum.”

I feel really inspired to get music ‘alive’ in our school.

“It was a privilege to spend the day with so many talented people and learn from them.”

“Today will dramatically impact what I teach next academic year. I’ll plan the units of work incorporating some of the ideas from today.”

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