Live music and performance opportunities
Live music brings learning to life. Performing helps children build confidence, resilience and teamwork, while inspiring a lifelong love of music. We offer a range of events, in‑school experiences and performance support for schools across the county.
- Saffron Music Live
- Musical Mondays
- Performance opportunities for students
- Performance support for schools
- Instrument and equipment hire
- Workshops
Saffron Music Live
Bringing exceptional live music to children and young people.
Saffron Music Live enables pupils to experience inspiring, professional performances:
- In your school
- In venues across the county
We believe every child deserves access to the power and inspiration of live music.
Pricing – Performance costs vary – please enquire.
Musical Mondays
Live online concerts for primary and special schools
Bring inspiring live music straight into your school with Musical Mondays, a series of FREE interactive online concerts delivered by Live Music Now in partnership with Greater Essex Music Hub.
These lively, accessible concerts feature world‑class professional musicians from a wide range of genres and backgrounds – designed to engage, inspire and educate pupils of all abilities.
Why take part?
- Live and interactive – pupils can say hello, chat and ask questions during the Q&A.
- High‑quality musicians – professional performers with experience working in schools.
- Safe and simple to access – streamed via Zoom Webinar, (only the musicians and Live Music Now host appear on screen).
- Inclusive and engaging – suitable for primary and special schools. Children watching at home are encouraged to view with a parent or carer where possible.
- Flexible viewing – recordings available for one month after each live concert.
Performance opportunities for students
Give your pupils the chance to perform, collaborate and shine.
We provide and partner on a wide range of performance events, including:
- Vocal festivals
- Music showcase events
- Large‑group instrumental playing days
(you bring the students – we provide the music) - Opportunities for school choirs to perform alongside the County Youth Orchestra
Performance support for schools
Everything you need to stage a successful school performance.
Whether it’s a concert, show or community event, we can support you with:
- Event planning and preparation
- Performer coaching and rehearsal support
- Sound and technical support
- Instrument and equipment hire
Available equipment includes:
- Sound systems
- Radio mics
- Performance instruments
Pricing – Support packages and hire costs available on request
Instrument and equipment hire
Support performances, ensembles and events.
Hire instruments and music technology equipment for concerts, performances or curriculum delivery.
- Music technology equipment
- Instruments
- Sound systems
- Radio mics
We also have a comprehensive suite of instruments and equipment available to hire, including SEND and inclusive instruments and equipment.
Workshops
Enhance your music curriculum with targeted workshops delivered by specialist practitioners.
£275 per day. (Assemblies, half‑day and full‑day workshops available)
Workshop options:
- Drumming Workshop
West African Djembe, Indian Dhol/Dholak, Samba or Didgeridoo
EYFS–KS4 & SEND - Singing Workshop
Inclusive vocal workshop ending in a short performance
All key stages - Create a Song
Students create and record an original whole‑school song
All key stages - Rap‑It! Workshop
Rap, hip‑hop, grime and spoken word linked to literacy
KS2–KS4 - Conductive Music (2‑day STEAM project)
Music‑making, coding and digital creativity
EYFS–KS3 & SEND - DJ Workshop
Hands‑on DJ skills using decks
KS2–KS3 & SEND - Music Technology
Create using YuStudio or equipment we provide
KS2–KS4 & SEND - Ableton Move
Portable music‑making for composition and performance
KS2–KS4 & SEND - Bespoke Workshops
Designed around your school’s needs