Waltham Forest Music Service

🎶✨ A Place of Wonder Inspires Hundreds of Young Performers at Soho Theatre Walthamstow ✨🎶

On Tuesday 30 June, more than 600 pupils took to the stage at Soho Theatre Walthamstow for A Place of Wonder – an ambitious and immersive music production celebrating the rich heritage, creativity and natural beauty of Waltham Forest.

Presented by Waltham Forest Music Service, the production brought together the Choir of Joy, Funk in the Forest band, and a massed choir representing 20 primary schools from across the borough. The result was a powerful theatrical experience that captivated audiences across two inspiring performances.

Created and directed by Maya Sapone, the show wove together original compositions, works by Romantic and Modernist composers, folk traditions and improvisation to create a vibrant musical tapestry. At its heart was Kate Stilitz’s Songs of the Forest, a specially commissioned song cycle inspired by the ideas, words and experiences of local young people exploring Waltham Forest’s landscapes and stories.

The production followed a group of Victorian schoolchildren, led by a young William Morris, on a magical journey through local landmarks guided by the mystical Mother Shipton. Through music and storytelling, audiences travelled across time, discovering the borough’s changing landscapes, rich history and enduring sense of community.

The show’s breathtaking finale united hundreds of voices in celebration of Waltham Forest’s natural environment and creative spirit, showcasing the incredible talent, imagination and dedication of our young people.

👏 Congratulations to everyone involved in making A Place of Wonder such a memorable success. A wonderful example of the power of music to bring communities together and inspire future generations.

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Today we are so excited to be putting on two shows at the fabulous Soho Theatre Walthamstow!! We even have our name in lights on the building, thank you Soho Theatre

Over 700 young musicians and singers will perform in A Place of Wonder - An Enchanted Journey through the Heritage, Legends and Magic of Waltham Forest.

🐦Our Early Bird offer on our 2 day Summer Songrwriting Course is open for one more week - book by 24 June for £10 discount 🪙

🎶 Ages 14–18: ready to find your sound?

Join our 2-day Songwriting Course this summer and turn your ideas into real tracks—whether you sing, write, or play 🎤🎹🎸

✨ Collaborate with other young artists
✨ Experiment with melodies & chords
✨ Write + perform your own music
✨ Build confidence in a supportive space

📅 23–24 July | 10am–3pm
📍 Walthamstow School for Girls, E17 9RZ

🎟 Earlybird: save £10 if you book before 24 June
💷 Full price: £85
⏳ Final deadline: 8 July

Spaces are limited—don’t miss out 👇
🔗 see link in bio, or go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../songwriting-2-day-summer...

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🎶 Ages 14–18: ready to find your sound?

Join our 2-day Songwriting Course this summer and turn your ideas into real tracks—whether you sing, write, or play 🎤🎹🎸

✨ Collaborate with other young artists
✨ Experiment with melodies & chords
✨ Write + perform your own music
✨ Build confidence in a supportive space

📅 23–24 July | 10am–3pm
📍 Walthamstow School for Girls, E17 9RZ

🎟 Earlybird: save £10 if you book before 24 June
💷 Full price: £85
⏳ Final deadline: 8 July

Spaces are limited—don’t miss out 👇
🔗 see link in bio, or go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../songwriting-2-day-summer...

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Calling musicians aged 14-18! 🎶

Want to create music that actually feels like you?

Join our 2-day Songwriting Course this summer and turn your ideas into real tracks—whether you sing, write lyrics, or play an instrument.

✨ Collaborate with other young artists
✨ Experiment with melodies & chords
✨ Write and perform your own music
✨ Build confidence in a supportive space

📅 23–24 July | 10am–3pm
📍 Walthamstow School for Girls, E17 9RZ
🎟 Earlybird offer: Save £10 if you book before 24 June; full price is £85
⏳ Final booking deadline: 8 July

Spaces are limited—secure your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/songwriting-2-day-summer-holiday-course-23-24-july-tickets-1991543263512?aff=oddtdtcreator

Our first Battle of the Bars took place this week 🔥🎤

It was a powerful celebration of rap, lyric writing and beatmaking, bringing together students from across the borough for an evening full of energy, creativity and collaboration.

Big talent, big vibes!💥

Follow WFMS to stay updated on our next rap/production workshop and cypher coming this autumn 👀🎧

🤩 BATTLE OF THE BANDS IS TONIGHT! 🤩
⚡Watch LIVE online from 7.30pm at⚡
https://www.youtube.com/

Our annual competition invites bands from Waltham Forest secondary schools to compete to become the Waltham Forest Battle of the Bands winner.

It gives young people the opportunity to perform and receive supportive feedback from a panel of experts from the music industry.

When they take part in the competition, young people step onto the stage and become stars for the night, giving them a performance platform that builds their confidence and musicianship.

Since starting in 2013, the competition has supported over 700 pupils performing in over 140 acts. The majority have formed at their secondary schools, supported by their music teachers, and rehearsing in their lunch breaks.