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Back to school means back to music! Here are some quick tips for a great start:
Check your instrument—make sure it’s in good shape.
Warm up with breathing and long tones.
Practice with purpose—small steps lead to big progress.
Stay positive—patience is key!
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Save the Date – Buzz Fundraising Concert!
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Help us spread the word – and get ready for an evening of great music!
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Support Community Music-Making!
We are raising funds to expand our inclusive music workshops for people of all ages and abilities.
Every donation helps us grow our instrument bank and deliver more hands-on music experiences.
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Happy International Tuba Day to all the tuba players out there!
#brass #tuba #sousaphone
Want to know a bit more about what we've been up to over the last 2 weeks as we've made music across Derbyshire?
Check out our blog "Musical Travels Around Derbyshire" here: buff.ly/c9tNYf2
#HAF #Music #Education #Community #BuzzingBlog #Derbyshire
Huge thanks to our brilliant musicians for facilitating 36 workshops in 21 locations over the past 8 days! 🎶
Shoutout to Ben A, Adam R, Ben H, Becky H, Helen S, Jay R, Charlotte B, Phil R, Amy H, Rosie B, Hannah S, Steve B, Natalie R and Harry R.
Your dedication is amazing!
#HAF #Music #Derbys
Today was the last day of our tour of #Derbyshire supporting #HAF activities with Ben A & Adam R drumming in Barlborough and Bolsover and Jay R & Charlotte B drumming in Ripley!
A huge thanks to Street Games UK for supporting us to deliver sessions across the county.
#Music #Education #Community
Yesterday Ben H and Ben A have enjoyed drumming in Long Eaton!
#HAF #Derbyshire #Music #Education #Community
So far we've visited Derby, Woodville, Spondon, Stonebroom, Heanor, Long Eaton, Hilton, Langley Mill, Swadlincote, Alfreton, Shirebrook, Borrowash, Chesterfield, Inkersall, Belper, Shuttlewood, and Pinxton.
Looking forward to visiting Long Eaton, Ilkeston, Belper, Barlborough and Bolsover next!
Loving our musical journey across Derbyshire where we've been enjoying all kinds of music making with young people attending Holiday activity clubs.
#HAF #Derbyshire #Music #Community #Education
Thursday brought the final day of this week’s holiday workshops!
• Becky H & Charlotte B drumming in Heanor & Swadlincote
• Helen S & Hannah S drumming in Alfreton
• Natalie R & Phil R playing ukuleles in Shirebrook
Excited to visit more holiday clubs next week!
#HolidayActivities #HAF2025
A packed, creative day on Wednesday:
• Natalie S & Adam R with Boomwhackers & Handbells in Hilton
• Becky H & Charlotte B with ukuleles in Langley Mill
• Ben A at the Level Centre Rowsley open day with drumming, Boomwhackers & instrument making
#InclusiveMusic #HAF2025
Another brilliant day of music-making on Tuesday!
• Phil R & Harry R with Boomwhackers in Long Eaton
• Ben A & Ben H drumming + making instruments in Spondon & Stonebroom
• Helen S & Hannah S leading drumming in Heanor
#CreativeWorkshops #HAF2025
Fantastic first day of our HAF music workshops on Monday!
• Ben A & Charlotte B drumming in Derby
• Ben H & Steve B drumming in Woodville
Plenty more to come this week — let’s keep the beats going!
#HAF2025 #MusicWorkshops
Last day of holiday workshops for this week with Becky H and Charlotte B drumming in Heanor and Swadlincote, Helen S and Hannah S drumming in Alfreton and Natalie R and Phil R playing ukuleles in Shirebrook. Looking forward to visiting more holiday clubs next week!
10.04.2025 14:37 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Busy day today with Natalie S and Adam R enjoying Boomwackers and Handbells in Hilton, Becky H and Charlotte B in Langley Mill playing ukeleles, and Ben A at The Level Centre, Rowsley supporting their open day with drumming, Boomwackers and instrument making.
09.04.2025 19:21 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Another great day of music making with Phil R and Harry R in Long Eaton with Boomwackers, Ben A and Ben H drumming and making instruments in Spondon and Stonebroom, and Helen S and Hannah S drumming in Heanor. #music #community #HAF
08.04.2025 21:03 — 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0We’ve had a great first day of HAF music workshops with Ben A and Charlotte B drumming in Derby and Ben H and Steve B drumming in Woodville. Plenty more to look forward to this week!
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The benefits of music education extend far beyond school. From boosting confidence to reducing stress, learning an instrument is a lifelong gift. Let’s support music programs and give every student the chance to experience the joy of music! #SupportMusicEducation
23.03.2025 07:46 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0Music brings people together. Whether it’s playing in a band, orchestra, or just jamming with friends, learning an instrument teaches teamwork, patience, and communication—skills that last a lifetime. #LearnMusic #Collaboration
23.03.2025 07:45 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Did you know that students who learn an instrument often perform better in maths and reading? Music strengthens cognitive skills, pattern recognition, and even social development. Investing in music education is investing in brighter futures! #MusicMatters #Education
23.03.2025 07:45 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Learning a musical instrument in school isn’t just about music—it’s about life skills! Studies show that playing an instrument improves memory, discipline, and problem-solving. Plus, it’s a creative outlet that boosts mental well-being. #MusicEducation #LifelongSkills
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Ben has had a great time this week supporting the Level HED programme at The Level Centre in Rowsley. A fantastic mix of music, making and creativity.
14.03.2025 18:38 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
Drumming, singing and…trumpets! We’ve had a fabulous day of music making with SEN Fit CIC thanks to Happy Days Charity.
#music #workshops #performance #youthmusic #sendmusic
Ben, Ian and Natalie had fun this afternoon with music sessions in Eckington!
#Music #Community #Workshops
Yesterday's Alfreton event was a hit with local teenagers! Thanks to Amber Valley SSP, Ben and Ian inspired with their engaging music workshops. Today, Natalie joins them in Eckington for inspiring musical sessions at a community event.
18.02.2025 09:05 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We had a great couple of days last week attending the music and drama expo in London. Such a great event for connecting with fellow educators alongside plenty of thought provoking CPD.
03.02.2025 07:47 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
We had a great rehearsal with our community ensemble this afternoon playing some fab music!
#Music #Community #Brass #Woodwind
