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Saturday Music School


Our Saturday Music School activities are based at Oakwood High School. They are open to children and young people who attend a Rotherham school or who live within the Borough. We also have community music groups open to all ages and abilities.

 

Saturday Music School offers:

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  • Opportunities to perform in a wide variety of musical groups in a friendly and supportive environment

  • Enjoyment and fulfillment gained through music-making which is an integral part of the student’s musical tuition

  • Developing existing skills through working with expert staff

  • Sharing an enthusiasm for music with others

  • Learning through activities from the early stages right through to advanced groups

  • Opportunities to participate in concert trips and residential weekends.

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Enrolment to Saturday Music School activities is £25 per term for one activity, £40 per term for two or more activities.

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In addition to our Saturday morning School we also offer Monday evening guitar groups from 5:30-8:00.

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To enrol your child for Saturday Music School please click here.​ For more detailed information please read our "Ensembles and Music School Document here.

Saturday Music School

September 2024

- Saturday mornings

  9:15-11:45

- Monday Evenings

  5:30-8:00*

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Groups will include:

Rock + Pop

Theory + Aural

Junior + Senior Guitars

Symphonic Pop

Music Tech

Composition

DJ/ Electronic

Bands

Orchestras​​

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*guitar only, see details in ensembles and music school document here

Play in a Group - FAQs

 

Why play in a group?

Playing in a music group or ensemble brings many benefits. It’s a social experience as well as a musical one. Benefits include:- 

 

  • increased concentration

  • help with listening skills

  • enhanced coordination.

 

Joining a group also helps with social skills such as learning to work with others in a team, increased responsibility and discipline,  a sense of achievement through performing and much,

much more. 

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As with any activity, the more you put in to it the more you get out, so if you attend a group regularly and take part in performances and concerts, you will gain the full benefits from playing an instrument.


How do I find out about groups and ensembles?


There are many ways that you can get involved in playing in a group. Most schools have groups at lunchtimes and after school, and if they don’t why not ask about starting one? Rotherham Music has a Saturday Music School based at Oakwood High School where there are a number of different activities to suit your age and ability. Click here for more details.

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Contact music@rotherham.gov.uk with any questions.

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