Creative Ensemble

SoundStorm’s Creative Ensemble will be back in Autumn 2025. We will be offering Creative Ensemble membership to include all 7 sessions below and an additional performance opportunity.

When? The sessions will take place on Saturdays: 11th October, 8th November, 10th January, 14th February, 14th March and 9th May from 10:30am-3pm (for members and non-members) and on 13th June (rehearsal from 10:30am-3pm and concert to take place in the late afternoon, exact time tbc – for members only)

Where? Magna Academy, Ashdown Close, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8RE

What is it? The creative ensemble is led by musicians from the Bath Philharmonia Creative Learning Team, working with SoundStorm practitioners, and is open to all musicians on any instrument, including voice. All standards are welcome, from beginner to expert. It is highly subsidised thanks to Arts Council funding.

Next year, we are again offering the choice for young people to join the Creative Ensemble as members in addition to the option to attend one off sessions throughout the year. Members will automatically be given a space for all sessions but there will still be a number of spaces made available for those not wishing to sign up for membership. Sessions will continue to focus on creative music making. Members will be performing the music created throughout the year in a special concert on 13th June 2026 (further details tbc)

In order to apply for a place (as a member or non-member):

• You need to be school-age, aged 10-17.
• You don’t need to be able to read music; everything will be learnt by ear!
• You will need to bring your instrument, including leads and amps (if electric).
• You’ll also need to bring enough drinks and a packed lunch/snacks to keep you going during the day. There won’t be an opportunity to buy refreshments during the day.

 How much? £70 for membership up until end of June 2026 (members will need to commit to at least 4 sessions including the May and June sessions). £15.00 to attend one-off sessions.

We do not want financial hardship to be a barrier for young people. To find out how SoundStorm can assist, please contact Claire Butler at claire.butler@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

For any other queries regarding the Creative Ensemble, please contact Sarah Derwish at sarah.derwish@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Membership spaces are limited so please apply as soon as possible.