We are saddened to learn of the passing of Ken Silver on 6th November 2025. He bravely fought Parkinson’s Disease for many years but dedicated a lifetime to music education in Leeds, leaving a mark on all who had the privilege to work with him.
Ken was the first Head of South Leeds Music Centre, held at Hugh Gaitskill Middle School (as it was then) and his legacy continues today in the centre that we currently operate at Cockburn School. Ken was instrumental in leading several exchange trips with the Blockflöten Orchester in Hannover, Germany and was involved in the 40th Anniversary celebrations at South Leeds Music Centre in 2012.
We are blessed to have been able to work with Ken and our thoughts are with his family at this time.
