Tameside Music Service

18/09/2026

Our recruitment window has officially closed.

We'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took the time to apply for our casual music tutor role. We really appreciate the time and effort you've taken, and we're excited to start reviewing all the applications we've received.

Good luck to all candidates, and thanks for your interest in being part of our team!

Contract Type: CasualSalary: UNQ Teachers pay range point 3 £21.90 per hour to point 6 £27.87 per hourHours Per Week: Casual Base Location: Birch Lane Centre, D…

09/09/2026

We had such a fantastic time doing a music workshop in the Victoria Market Hall at Bridge Fest last weekend, where our amazing tutors did some Ukulele and some Samba drumming. Thanks so much to the organisers for having us!

04/09/2026

Happy Friday everyone! Just a few quick announcements:

Don't forget from next Monday (7th September) we are back to normal with all lessons, ensembles and school tuition kicking off! If you have your individual lessons in school, you should have received an email with the details, but if you have not received this, please send us an email.

Our brand new website is up and running (www.tamesidemusicservice.com). There will be new content added periodically over the coming months so if you are looking for something and can't see the information you need, please email us at [email protected]

We have a revamped our ensemble timetable with lots of new opportunities for making music including a new SEND session on a Monday evening. Please see our website for full listings.

For Key Stage 2 (KS2) pupils participating in school-based music sessions delivered by Tameside Music Service, we are running FREE Kickstarter groups on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evenings at 4pm, especially for them. It's all about having fun and making music! Register here: https://uktameside.speedadmin.dk/registration #/course/143/0/0/5

Have a great weekend and we'll see you next week!

01/09/2026

We're back! We hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to getting going with some serious music making!

This week is completely dedicated to staff training, and all school teaching, lessons, and ensembles will start from next week (Monday 7 September).

If you have any questions, please contact us via email at [email protected] as our phone line may not be manned at parts of the day due to training sessions. Here's to another fantastic musical year!

03/08/2026

🎶 We're Hiring Casual Music Tutors! 🎶

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of musicians? We're on the lookout for talented instrumental tutors across all specialisms, but we’re especially keen to hear from those with experience in upper brass instruments and percussionists including drumkit and all forms of orchestral percussion. 🎺🥁

Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, if you’ve got the skills and the spark, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or tag someone who’d be perfect for the role!
https://www.greater.jobs/en-gb/job/75824756

Contract Type: CasualSalary: UNQ Teachers pay range point 3 £21.90 per hour to point 6 £27.87 per hourHours Per Week: Casual Base Location: Birch Lane Centre, D…

21/07/2026

Fantastic opportunity for young singers of Tameside:

Greater Manchester Opera Collective are offering a FREE 4-Day Opera Workshop for young people aged 11-18.

Over four inspiring days, participants will work with professional artists to learn the music and staging for the opera, Stardust by Evelyn Sharpe. Along the way, you'll develop your singing, performance and teamwork skills while exploring the exciting world of opera in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment.

The workshop will culminate in an informal performance of Stardust for family and friends.

Dates: 8th to 11th August
Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm daily
Venue: Oldham Lyceum

Who can take part?
• Young people in School Years 7-13 (approximately ages 11-18)
• Residents of Greater Manchester
• No previous opera experience is required, just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved

Places are free but limited, so early booking is recommended. To book your place visit : tinyurl.com/gmocstardust

If you have any questions, please contact Greater Manchester Opera Collective directly at: [email protected]

20/07/2026

A quick reminder that the service is now closed until Monday 7th September.

The office is still contactable via phone and email however the phone may be unmanned for short periods. In the event you cannot get through, please send us an email with your query and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thanks!

17/07/2026

As another academic year draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who has been part of the Tameside Music Service family this year.

From first lessons, rehearsals to concerts, festivals, performances and everything in between, it has been a year filled with wonderful music making.

As always, a massive thank you goes to our dedicated team of tutors and support staff whose passion, commitment and hard work make all of it possible. We'd also like to thank our schools, partners, parents and carers for your continued encouragement and support throughout the year.

Most importantly, well done to all of our students. Whether you performed on stage, attended rehearsals every week, picked up an instrument for the very first time or worked towards a personal goal, you have all done yourselves proud.

We hope everyone has a safe, restful and well-deserved summer break. See you in September!

07/07/2026

Last Friday, we hosted an ABRSM Public Visit, giving musicians from across the local area the opportunity to take their ABRSM exams at our centre. Next Monday, we’ll be welcoming students for an ABRSM Private Visit, which is exclusively for those who take lessons with us at Tameside Music Service.

We’re also hosting two days of Trinity College London Music and Drama exams this Thursday and Friday, covering both their Rock & Pop and Classical & Jazz syllabuses.

At Tameside Music Service, we encourage all of our students to work towards graded music exams as part of their musical journey, although its not compulsory. We believe exams provide a valuable learning experience, helping students develop important skills such as setting goals, working towards deadlines, preparing thoroughly, and performing under pressure. Most importantly, they give students a real sense of achievement and recognition for their hard work and progress.

If you'd like to learn more about our lessons or the exam opportunities available, please visit www.tamesidemusicservice.co.uk or contact us via email at [email protected].

30/06/2026

What an incredible Sunday we had at Band on the Wall for our Feel The Beat festival!

The whole venue was alive with energy, and the talent and passion of our young musicians, from both local schools and our Band Skills groups, was electric. We saw powerful performances from veterans of previous years alongside some brilliant first-time gigs. Regardless of experience, every act brought something special and helped make the day unforgettable.

A huge shoutout to all the performers from Hyde High School, Mossley Hollins, Droylsden Academy, St Damians RC Science College, All Saints Catholic College, Alder Community High School, Dixons Academy Ashton, Fairfield High School for Girls, Audenshaw High School, Trinity Christian School, St Josephs Primary, Greenside Primary, Clarendon Sixth Form, and Oldham College, as well as, of course, our fantastic Band Skills groups.

We’re so proud of every young person who took to the stage. Your confidence, teamwork, and love for music were inspiring to watch, and everyone truly brought their A-game.

Thank you, as always, to our fantastic staff who make these events possible, and to everyone who came down to support our young people—you all made Feel The Beat such a success. A special thank you as well to the team at Band on the Wall for being such amazing hosts. Here’s to even more music, more opportunities, and more moments like this in the future!