Kendal Music Centre
Kendal Music Centre is for all young musicians, whatever standard, to create and perform music as part of a group. Led by expert tutors from Westmorland & Furness Music Service and supported by funding from Cumbria Music Hub, we work with you to improve your group playing and music reading skills in a fun, friendly and supportive environment.
From September 2023, we are bringing all of our Kendal Music Centre activities together under one roof at Ghyllside Primary School on Tuesdays after school. Join as many Music Centre groups as you like, for one membership fee!
These groups link into the opportunities offered by Hub partners Westmorland Youth Orchestra, where you can progress into more advanced groups.
Groups
Kendal Music Minis
Tuesdays 4-5pm
• Develop music, language and co-ordination skills with our expert music leaders
• NEW for autumn 2023
• Try your first session for free - just tick the box when you apply online
Kendal Music Makers
Tuesdays 5-6pm
• Create music together and have fun exploring different musical activities and instruments
• You don't need to play an instrument already, but you can bring one along if you do
• Back for Autumn Term with even MORE instruments to try!
• Try your first session for free - just tick the box when you apply online
Kendal Young Strings
Tuesdays 4.30-5.30
We welcome beginner violin, viola, cello, and double bass players who can play and read their first scale. We perform three concerts a year to friends and family.
From Beginners to Grade 2..
Kendal Young Wind
Tuesdays 5.30-6.30
We welcome young players who can play and read their first 5 notes. We perform at least three concerts a year for friends and family.
From Beginners to Grade 2.
Instrumental Lessons (Direct Tuition)
TuesdaysWe have a small number of places for Guitar, Keyboard Brass and Woodwind lessons. Find out more
Venue
Ghyllside Primary School, Gillinggate, Kendal LA9 4JB
Membership Fees
- There is an annual membership fee for each Music Centre attended.
- Children and young people can join as many groups as they wish within the Music Centre.
- Fee remissions are available for eligible children.
- Don't let cost be a barrier - contact us to find out how we can help.
Annual Membership:
£48.00 first child (that's just £1.60 per week, £30.00 second child, £25.00 for third and subsequent children.
Fee Remissions:
Pupils in receipt of Free School Meals are entitled to a 50% discount on fees, while all Looked After Children can attend free of charge.
Payment:
We will take your payment for the Annual Fee via the Stripe Payment gateway. If you need an alternative way to pay, please contact us.
How to join
- Apply via our online form.
- Most of our ensembles welcome new players throughout the year.
- Registration for Ensembles is renewed each academic year.
FAQs
Where can I find out more information? email
Instrumental Lessons (Direct Tuition)
We are also offering a limited number of instrumental lessons from September 2023. Subject to sufficient interest, lessons will be £5 for a 30-minute weekly lesson in a small group. Instruments are available to hire from the Music Service for an additional fee (reductions available).
Explore and develop your musical skills on your chosen instrument with our specialist teachers. Our teachers are trained and supported to enable children of all abilities to progress their musical interests and talents.
We encourage everyone to take up lessons in school if they are available, but we understand this is not possible everywhere.
Instruments currently on offer: Guitar Keyboard Woodwind (recorder/flute/clarinet/saxophone), If you are interested in a different instrument, let us know. To express your interest in instrumental lessons, please email with your child’s name, age, school (if applicable) and preferred instrument. If sufficient numbers are reached, we will confirm lessons via email and booking form.