Are you the 21st Century answer to Yazoo, Depeche Mode or Alison Moyet? Join Basildon Bands!
Who is this for?
Everyone has to start somewhere: the centre will focus on developing band instruments and putting bands together. If you are interested in Guitar, Drums, Vocals or Keyboard, this is the place for you!
We will be running session for students in group lessons for KS2 and KS3-4 in Guitar, Drums, Keyboard and Vocals as well as running bands to give students the chance to practise their new skills. Includes masterclasses and open mic nights.
Regular sessions will take place at De La Salle school, but are open to students from across Basildon and nearby areas. We welcome students aged 7 – 18.
What is on offer?
The sessions run from 3.45 to 5.45pm, with the following options available:
- 30-minute group lesson in your instrument (either guitar, drums, keyboard or vocals)
- 30-minute band rehearsal
- View costs for our Community Music Centres.
Discounts available
- Free for students in a Basildon secondary school who are Free School Meals.
- Free for students who are having lessons with the Music Service, are in receipt of our Financial Assistance and are not an instrumental beginner (this is for the second hour from 4.45 to 5.45pm).
| Contact | Kathleen Curtis |
|---|---|
| Kathleen.curtis@essex.gov.uk | |
| When | Fridays after school during term-time 3.45pm to 5.45pm |
| Location | De la Salle School Basildon Ghyllgrove Basildon SS14 2LA UK |
| Instruments |
Group Musicianship Guitar Instrumental Ensembles/Groups Junior Band Percussion/Drums Rock Bands Voice |
| Genre |
Classical Instrumental Jazz Mixed Rock and Pop Vocal |
| Level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |