The Stables in Milton Keynes has announced details of Make My Music, a brand-new creative music programme designed for young people aged 12–14.
Taking place from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 July, the immersive summer programme invites young people to explore music-making through DJing, live beat creation, songwriting and world music workshops in a fun, supportive and inspiring environment.
Make My Music is open to any young person with a keen interest in music, but especially welcomes young people who have not had much chance to take part in practical and creative music-making. The Stables is also offering bursaries to help more of those young people who face barriers in attending to take part.
Running from 10am-4pm each day, Make My Music gives participants the chance to try new musical experiences, collaborate with others and build confidence through creativity.
Each day focuses on a different aspect of contemporary music-making:
- Monday 20 July – Turntablism: Introduction to DJing
Participants will get hands-on with the fundamentals of scratch DJing and learn the basics of mixing and turntablism. - Tuesday 21 July – iPad Live Beats: Perform and Create
Young people will use free iPad music apps to create and perform their own live beats and electronic music. - Wednesday 22 July – Sounds and Instruments From Around the World
A practical workshop introducing instruments, rhythms and sounds from diverse musical traditions. - Thursday 23 July – Creative Songwriting
An opportunity for aspiring songwriters to collaborate, write lyrics and create original music together.
Young people can book individual days or attend the full four-day programme, with each day affordably priced at £40 per day, including lunch. No previous musical experience or instrument knowledge are required to take part.
The programme reflects The Stables’ ongoing commitment to music education and creative participation for young people across the region. Founded by Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine, The Stables has been championing access to music and the arts for more than 50 years.
Graeme Surtees, Head of Learning & Participation at The Stables, said:
“Make My Music is all about creativity, curiosity and giving young people the chance to explore music in exciting new ways. Whether they’re interested in DJing, songwriting, beats or discovering instruments from around the world, we want participants to feel inspired, supported and empowered to express themselves through music.”
Places are limited to 30 people per workshop and advance application is required.
For more information and to apply for a place CLICK HERE
