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Inspiring children and young people to develop a love of music through participation in musical experiences within and outside school.
Cumbria Music Education Hub is collaborative partnership led by Westmorland & Furness Council Music Service (Children’s Services). Working together with Cumberland Council Music Service, schools and educational settings across Cumbria, and local, regional and national partners, we use the ACE Music Hub Grant to deliver the vision and three goals of the National Plan for Music Education and enable all children and young people to learn to sing, play an instrument and create music together, and have the opportunity to progress their musical interests and talents.
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Cumbria Youth Orchestra 2026-27
Cumbria Youth Orchestra 2026-27
Cumbria Youth Orchestra are back! Join the county's flagship youth ensemble as we celebrate music from Video Games far and wide. Adventures in space, journeys across time, and stories from other worlds: join the kaleidoscopic world of Video Game anthems. CYO gives experienced young musicians a unique opportunity to come together, with a great professional conductor, to create something memorable. Whatever your standard of playing, this will develop your technique and ensemble skills in a supportive environment.
🎮🎻 Meet Joe Davies! 🎻🎮![]()
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From Cumbria Youth Orchestra player to CYO conductor ⭐![]()
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Born and raised in Cumbria, Joe knows exactly what it's like to sit in the orchestra, tackle challenging music, make new friends and perform unforgettable concerts. Now he's back leading the orchestra that helped inspire his own musical journey.![]()
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Today, Joe works with professional orchestras across the country. He is Assistant Conductor of the English Symphony Orchestra and has recently conducted the Royal Northern Sinfonia and the UK Proms in the Park Orchestra. He's also Musical Director of the London Video Game Orchestra, making him the perfect person to lead CYO's Video Games Concert Project.![]()
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Recently praised in reviews for his "musical brilliance" and described as a "force to be reckoned with", Joe has conducted everything from symphonies and operas to some of the most epic music written for video games. ![]()
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This isn't just another out of school activity - It's your chance to perform epic music, develop your orchestral skills, and be part of a live performance with talented young musicians from across Cumbria.![]()
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Whether you're already a confident player or wondering if you're good enough, Joe's message is simple:![]()
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✨ Give it a go.![]()
🎮 Play incredible music.![]()
🎻 Challenge yourself.![]()
🤝 Meet other musicians who love what you love.![]()
🚀 Be part of something you'll remember for years.![]()
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Where could your musical journey take you?![]()
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👉 Don't miss out. Sign up and join the adventure. cumbriamusichub.com/cumbria-youth-orchestra (Bursaries available for the cost of your membership)![]()
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#CumbriaYouthOrchestra #CYO #VideoGameMusic #YouthOrchestra #CumbriaMusicHub
Do you know a young person in Barrow who enjoys singing? There’s a new Youth Choir in Barrow with hub partners North West Music Academy:
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Lots of exciting things happening in Barrow this week for Barrow Music Week! Check out the programme for more details:
Calling all young musicians across Cumbria!![]()
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Want to join an orchestra? FREE taster session in Carlisle on Sat 24 October
Calling young musicians across Cumbria!![]()
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Want to play in an orchestra? ![]()
FREE taster session coming up in Kendal on Sunday 25 October![]()
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Pick 'n' Mix Strings Westmorland Youth Orchestra NWMA - North West Music Academy UVHS Music Department Furness Academy Music Dept Dowdales Music Drum and Brass BlueJam Arts
Calling all young musicians in Cumbria!![]()
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Ulverston Victoria High School coming up soon - Saturday 3 October ![]()
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Anyone interested in sharing travel from Barrow? Let us know....
Exciting free CPD being offered by our partners NWMA - North West Music Academy as part of a full programme of activity happening during Barrow Music Week 2026, taking place between 7th and the 11th October 2026:![]()
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🎵 FREE Teacher Training in Barrow! 🎵 ![]()
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Booking is now open for the Royal Ballet and Opera Schools Sing CPD training day. This free course is for school teachers (KS1–KS3), music leads and singing teachers. ![]()
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It will give you the skills and resources to bring world-class singing and opera into your classroom and teaching.![]()
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🗓️ When: Wednesday 7th October (9am - 3pm)![]()
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📍 Where: North West Music Academy (Part of Barrow Music Week 2026!)![]()
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🎟️ Cost: Completely FREE!![]()
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To book a FREE place for the Barrow event …👇![]()
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Email: ![]()
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Click here to book on the Royal Ballet and Opera website 👇![]()
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www.rbo.org.uk/schools/resource/sing-south-cumbria-autumn-26![]()
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What you will get from the day:![]()
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🎵Fun activities: Learn easy vocal warm-ups and games that build confidence.![]()
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🎵Teaching tools: Get clear lesson plans, songs, and backing tracks.![]()
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🎵Famous stories: Learn how to introduce pupils to operas like The Magic Flute and Carmen.![]()
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🎵Inclusive skills: Discover sensory-friendly singing approaches for all students.![]()
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🎵Expert connections: Learn how to connect your classroom with Royal Opera artists.
What connects great music, team spirit and the immersive world of gaming? 🎮🎵 ![]()
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Cumbria Youth Orchestra is back! Join the county's flagship youth ensemble as we celebrate music from Video Games far and wide. From adventures in space and journeys across time to stories from other worlds, our next programme is packed with expiring musical experiences.![]()
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CYO gives experienced young musicians the opportunity to come together, with a great professional conductor, to create something memorable. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, develop your technique, or build your ensemble skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a friendly and welcoming environment. ![]()
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📍 Rehearsals across Cumbria 📍This year we'll be rehearsing at venues around the county, making it easier for young musicians from all areas to get involved.![]()
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💷 Only £100 for the full project![]()
We don't want finances to be a barrier, so fee reductions are available.![]()
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📝 Register now and ![]()
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ℹ️ Find out more: cumbriamusichub.com![]()
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