Merton Music Foundation

07/09/2026

What’s coming up at MMF this term?

It’s going to be a busy one… (understatement)

From free ensemble trials and rock & pop bands to concerts, workshops, performances and a 12-hour drumming fundraiser for our TEMPO Fund, there’s lots happening across our music centres and beyond.

19–23 September
Come & Play — free choir, band & ensemble trials at South Wimbledon Music Centre. Booking essential.

Saturday 19 September
Step Into Music (ages 2-8) free trial at Wimbledon College Saturday School. Booking essential.

Thursday 24 September
Come & Play Amplify — free rock & pop band trials at Soundwave, Mitcham. Booking essential.

Friday 13 November
Harlem Renaissance Concert with MYJO and Guildhall School of Music & Drama Guildhall, Milton Court.

Sunday 15 November
Chromatica Orchestra conducting workshop, in partnership with Sutton Music Trust.

Saturday 7 December
Drumathon — 12 hours of non-stop drumming at CROWN LANE STUDIO Studio, Morden, raising money for our TEMPO Fund.

Saturday 5 December
Winter Concert at St John’s Church, High Path, featuring Junior Percussion Ensemble, Junior Guitar Ensemble, String Busters, Junior String Ensemble, Junior Concert Band, Intermediate Concert Band & Jazz Jumpers.

Monday 7 December
Spotlight Soloist Concerts.

Tuesday 8 December
Merton Young Voices — carol singing at New Wimbledon Theatre’s Gala Panto Night.

Wednesday 9 December
Winter Concert at Merton Abbey Primary School, featuring Drumline, String Sinfonia, JazzWorks & Senior Guitar Ensemble.

Saturday 12 December
Carol Concert with VoiceBox, Merton Young Voices & Wimbledon Choral Society.

And that’s only some of what’s on.

Swipe through to see what’s coming up - and save the dates.

If you’d like your child to get in on the act do check out our website (link in bio).

25/08/2026

🎹 Pianist wanted in Wimbledon!

The People's Show Choir is looking for a friendly, confident pianist/accompanist from September. Is this you?

📣 Pianist Wanted in Wimbledon!

The People’s Show Choir is looking for a friendly and confident pianist/accompanist to join our Wimbledon community choir when it begins a new term this September.

If you love making music with others and would enjoy being part of a fun, welcoming community, we’d love to hear from you!

📅 Wednesdays during term time – 36 rehearsals per year
⏰ 7:30pm – 9:00pm
📍 Holy Trinity Church, 234 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB
💷 £65 per rehearsal
🗓️ Starting September 2026

Our choir performs a fantastic mix of uplifting, feel-good music, mainly from stage and screen, alongside some rock and pop favourites. Piano scores are always provided in advance, giving you plenty of time to prepare.

You’ll become part of a supportive team and help create a relaxed, encouraging environment where people can enjoy singing, build confidence and make new connections.

As a charity focused on community, belonging and confidence-building, this opportunity could be ideal for:
• Piano teachers
• Freelance pianists and accompanists
• Retired music teachers
• Musicians who simply love playing alongside a great group of people

There may also be opportunities for additional paid work at performances and events throughout the year.

To apply, email [email protected] with a short description of your experience and playing level.

Know a pianist who might be perfect for this? Please tag them or share this post with them!

25/08/2026

Music Lessons: 5 Myths Busted 🎵

Thinking about music lessons for your child, but wondering if they’re ready, musical enough or likely to stick with it?

Let’s bust five common assumptions about learning an instrument — and look at what really matters when getting started...

14/08/2026

We’re proud to stand alongside our colleagues at Redbridge Music School and support their campaign to protect its future.

For 40 years, the school has given children and young people the opportunity to learn, perform and make music together - building confidence, creativity, friendships and a sense of belonging. We know first-hand the impact that music education can have on individuals, families, schools and the wider community.

What happens to one music service matters to all of us. Young people deserve access to high-quality music education and spaces where they can come together to make music.

If you believe music education should be protected and accessible to all young people, please sign and share the petition.

https://c.org/GfNq9MnZ2Y

10/08/2026

Music lessons are coming to Lonesome Primary School this September!

Merton Music Foundation is delighted to be offering 1-to-1 piano lessons, alongside 1-to-1 and small-group singing and trumpet lessons, during the school day.
Lessons will start in September 2026, subject to sufficient demand.

Register your interest today: mmf.org.uk/new-schools-sept-26 (link in bio).

03/08/2026

Come & Play this September!

Is your child aged 7–18, and learning an instrument or enjoying singing? Our FREE Come & Play trial sessions are a great way to discover the joy of making music together, building confidence, making new friends and taking their playing/singing to the next level.

From choirs and bands to ensembles, there’s something for everyone - with exciting performance opportunities along the way!

Next sessions: 19, 21, 22 & 23 September, 2026.

Register for your FREE trial and our team will be in touch at the beginning of term to recommend a group to suit your child’s age, instrument and ability.

Find out more and register: mmf.org.uk/come-and-play

30/07/2026

A little look back at our Birdsong Summer Celebration concert, celebrating the wonderful musicians at our Saturday Music School at Wimbledon College.

Children from our Step Into Music programme were joined by some of our talented lesson students, sharing what they’ve been learning and bringing so much joy to their performances. It was wonderful to see them grow in confidence and having so much fun making music together.

Step Into Music gives our youngest musicians the opportunity to explore music through fun, creative and interactive sessions, developing their musical skills, confidence and love of music from an early age. Our youngest group also enjoys sessions where parents and carers can join in, making music together and sharing in their children’s musical journey.

A huge well done to all the children who performed - you were absolutely brilliant! And a very special thank you to our fantastic Step Into Music tutor, Sarah, for creating such a joyful, encouraging and inspiring musical experience for our young musicians.

Find out more about Step Into Music at: www.mmf.org.uk/step-into-music

26/07/2026

Day 5 of Moselle Valley tour. Water assault course, pedalo, mini golf & beach followed by lunch and then THE BEST CONCERT EVER at Bernkastel Kues!

Keep up to date on our website Tour Blog!

25/07/2026

Merton Youth Music Tour - Moselle Valley 2026

Day 4 - Cochem, concert at Bad Bertrich and open mic night at the hotel.

Head over to our website tour blog for more: mmf.org.uk/2026-tour-blog