We are running a Wind Band day on Tuesday 24th October from 9.30am – 3.30pm at Dollis Primary School. A fun-filled day of music-making for wind, brass and percussion players who are Grade 1-4 level. To enrol please click here (£30 per person). For full details see here: https://staging.beatrust.org.uk/event/wind-band-day/. If you would like to download … Read more

Portrait of young African-American musician composing music at home

We are running a composing workshop on Tuesday 24th October for students aged 14-17 who wish to develop their composition skills for GCSE and A Level. The session begins at 9.30am and runs through to 2.30pm. The cost is £30 and places are limited. To enrol please click here. For full details see here: https://staging.beatrust.org.uk/event/gcse-composition-workshop/. … Read more

The July 2023 Normandy Tour was a source of immense pride for the exceptional group of musicians involved. This five-day tour took place in Normandy, France, featuring three outstanding concerts held at Chateau de Canon, Juno Beach, and Honfleur. The musicians’ exceptional talents were showcased at these distinct venues. The Chateau de Canon provided a … Read more

The highly anticipated BEAT 10th Anniversary concert took place on 2nd July at St. John’s Smith Square, captivating a sold-out crowd with an unforgettable display of musical talent. Over 100 BEAT musicians graced the stage, performing both as individual groups and a mesmerising massed ensemble. The ambitious program pushed the boundaries of musical prowess and delighted attendees with … Read more

The Barnet Schools Music Festivals 2023 On 13th June, hordes of primary school children from all over Barnet descended on North Finchley for the first of seven days of singing, each culminating in a concert at artsdepot’s Pentland Theatre, a fabulous professional venue. Over seven days we were able to welcome nearly 1,500 students from 48 primary … Read more

In a spectacular display of musical talent and enthusiasm, the BEAT Whole Class Ensemble projects concluded the summer term with a joyous celebration festival at artsdepot. The morning session commenced with 150 brass and woodwind students. We heard fantastic performances from each school. All the students then collaborated together and skillfully filled the air with renditions of iconic classics, including … Read more