The Hallé’s Education Programme exists to create a wider enjoyment and understanding of music in all sectors of the community, especially those who do not traditionally come to the concert hall, by providing a range of unique opportunities to participate in music and other creative art forms. The focus of the award-winning programme is mainly on Greater Manchester but we also work in the other areas of the North West – now including Cumbria! It reaches over 60,000 participants a year through educational concerts and by placing Hallé musicians in the community, in schools, youth clubs, community centres, care homes and young offenders’ institutions. The Hallé is an Arts Award Supporter and our education programme provides opportunities for schools and individuals working towards Arts Award and Artsmark qualifications.