Sussex Secondary Music Conference 2026

In this keynote, Jayne will identify some entrenched practices that may present barriers for minoritised pupils’ engagement and participation in the formal and informal secondary music curriculum. She will explore some of the conflicting curriculum advice that has influenced how music teachers conceive and operationalise pedagogy in response to cultural diversity and suggest some ways in which we could move towards more culturally responsive teaching and learning in music classrooms.

This panel discussion will focus on careers and trends in the music business, providing music educators with the signposting they need to advise and support students and young people who seek to pursue a career in music. Phil will discuss with a panel of guests from the music industry, and then open up for discussion.