Friends of High Wycombe Music Centre

11/09/2026

🎶 FREE CPD FOR KS1–3 TEACHERS!

We’re delighted to be working with the Royal Ballet & Opera to bring you a certified CPD session designed to build confidence in teaching singing.

Perfect for both music specialists and classroom teachers! 🎤

📅 Friday 16 October
⏰ 9am–3pm
📍 Aylesbury Music Centre
💷 FREE

🔗 Book your place https://www.rbo.org.uk/schools/resource/sing-buckinghamshire-autumn-26

08/09/2026

04/09/2026

Turn up the music! 🎵🥁

The new term at High Wycombe Music Centre begins on Monday 7 September. From first notes to playing with others, it’s a brilliant place for young musicians to get involved, build confidence and have fun.

Find out more and sign up: https://highwycombemusiccentre.org

28/08/2026

Love to sing? Join the VOX Project!

A brand-new adult choir is coming to Aylesbury Music Centre, performing contemporary pop, musical theatre and more.

📅 Starts Friday 11 September
🕢 Fridays, 7:30–8:15pm
📍 Aylesbury Music Centre, Walton Road, Aylesbury HP21 7ST
✨ No audition required
🙌 All abilities welcome

Come along, meet new people and enjoy singing together!

Scan the QR code on the flyer to join, or email [email protected].

01/08/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED — APPLY BY 8 AUGUST 2026

Buckinghamshire Music Trust is recruiting for two exciting music education opportunities:

Lower Brass Tutor

We’re looking for an enthusiastic tutor—ideally a trombonist who can teach across the brass family—to deliver whole-class, individual and small-group tuition across Buckinghamshire.

Choir Leader — Maternity Cover

We’re seeking an experienced and engaging musician to lead three Saturday morning choirs in Amersham, creating an enjoyable and supportive environment for singers of different ages and abilities.

The ability to teach singing and/or another instrument would be advantageous and could provide the opportunity to build an ongoing teaching portfolio.

Depending on experience and qualifications: FTE £20,956–£35,127

To apply or find out more, please email Fay Hayhurst at [email protected]

Please share this post with anyone who could inspire the next generation of musicians!

28/07/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

Buckinghamshire Music Trust has two exciting opportunities for confident, engaging musicians who are passionate about inspiring the next generation.

🟡 LOWER BRASS TUTOR

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Lower Brass Tutor—ideally a trombonist who can teach across the brass family.

This varied role combines Whole Class Practical Musicianship teaching with individual and small-group tuition across Buckinghamshire. You’ll also work with schools to identify, encourage and nurture future brass players.

🟣 CHOIR LEADER — MATERNITY COVER

We’re looking for an experienced Choir Leader to rehearse and direct our three Saturday morning choirs in Amersham, working with singers of varying ages and abilities.

The ability to teach singing and/or another instrument would be an advantage. Any individual students taken on during the maternity cover could remain part of your timetable afterwards, providing an opportunity to build an ongoing teaching portfolio.

FTE salary: £20,956–£35,127, depending on experience and qualifications

📅 Closing date: 1 August 2026

To apply or find out more, please contact Fay Hayhurst:

📧 [email protected]

24/07/2026

What an incredible evening!

The Buckinghamshire County Groups Concert was a roaring success, bringing all four ensembles together following their fantastic tour of Ireland:

Buckinghamshire Youth Wind Ensemble
Buckinghamshire County Youth Choir
Buckinghamshire Youth Jazz Collective
Buckinghamshire County Youth Orchestra

A huge congratulations to every one of our talented young musicians for their outstanding performances!

Thank you to our conductors, tutors, staff, volunteers, families and everyone who joined us at St Clement Danes School. Your support made it a truly special celebration of youth music in Buckinghamshire.

23/07/2026

**TONIGHT: Buckinghamshire County Groups Concert**

Fresh from their successful tour of Ireland, all four Buckinghamshire County Groups come together for a fantastic evening of live music!

Featuring:

Buckinghamshire Youth Wind Ensemble
Buckinghamshire County Youth Choir
Buckinghamshire Youth Jazz Collective
Buckinghamshire County Youth Orchestra

Thursday 23 July 2026
Doors open: 6:30pm
Concert starts: 7pm
🎟️ **Free entry**

📍 St Clement Danes School
Chenies Road, Chorleywood
Rickmansworth, WD3 6EW

Come along and celebrate the talent of Buckinghamshire’s outstanding young musicians!

22/07/2026

After last night's epic quiz night, we’re buzzing for our journey home! Ireland was unreal, but the fun isn’t over! Join us at our homecoming concert this Thursday at St Clement Danes School in Chorleywood! Don’t miss out!

21/07/2026

Get ready for an epic outdoor concert with all four groups at St Patrick's Park, Dublin! 🎶