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MORE THAN 20,000 STUDENTS are set to receive an exclusive introduction to live orchestral music, thanks to an innovative new educational and family-oriented programming strategy.
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) has unveiled its noteworthy 2025-26 season, with an emphasis on young individuals and music instruction designed to spark new artistic journeys for young enthusiasts.
Engaging Musical Experiences
The initiative will present a collection of inspiring musical engagements, including:
- Targeted school performances
- Events tailored for toddlers and babies
- Relaxed shows for children attending special education schools
Additionally, a ‘complimentary citywide week’ will bring orchestral music to unanticipated locations, from barges to botanical gardens.
Family Concert Schedule
Four family-oriented concerts are also planned, featuring:
- “Music from the Movies”
- “CBSO Family Christmas”
- “Tunes & Tales”
- “Dance Across America”
Youth Education and Cultural Confidence
The emphasis on youth education follows findings indicating robust cultural assurance within the communities supported by the orchestra. Sixty percent of locals regard attending arts and cultural events as a vital component of their leisure time, while 79% visited a venue within the past year.
Investing in Future Audiences
“Our schools and family programming represents a long-term commitment to nurturing future audiences while offering present-day youth life-changing musical encounters,” commented creative director Tom Spurgin.
“Building on our dedication to music education at our school – the Shireland CBSO Academy – we have strived to ensure our concert season continues to offer young people inspiring encounters with remarkable music.”
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Concerts and Repertoire
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) is a globally renowned symphony featuring 90 musicians, led by music director Kazuki Yamada.
The CBSO presents over 150 concerts annually, encompassing:
- Classical masterpieces
- Modern compositions
- Soundtracks
- Symphonies
The ensemble’s diverse repertoire caters to a wide range of musical tastes.
Advocacy for Music Education
A Crusade to Save Music Education
The Daily Express’ Strike A Chord campaign is championing the cause of saving the UK’s struggling music education system.
The initiative aims to establish a more successful funding model to revitalize the talent pipeline, enabling students to thrive.
The campaign has highlighted the precarious future of the UK’s leading £5.8 billion recording industry if music lessons are not reinstated as a core component of the national curriculum.
The Current State of Music Education
We have documented the alarming decline in the number of A-level music students over the past decade, with some schools allotting less than £1 per pupil annually for music resources.
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