Tickets can be purchased at the below link

https://www.ticketsource.com/artforms-music-service/schools-orchestra-concert-monday-29th-june-at-7-00pm/2026-06-29/19:00/t-lddryvq

Join us for the @northleedsmusic annual Orchestral Playday this February! A fun and relaxed day of orchestral playing, focusing on Muzio Clementi’s Symphony No. 4 in D major.

Open to players of approximately Grade 5 standard and above — all welcome!

🎵 Date: Saturday 14th February 2026
🎶 Time: 10am–4pm
🎵 Venue: Harehills Lane Baptist Church, 13 Hilton Place, Leeds, LS8 4HE
🎶 Cost: £10 adults | Under 18s free (cash on the day)

👉 To sign-up, please complete this form – https://forms.gle/9vsm4x8DFiYuBbVj6

Please bring a music stand and your own lunch. Light refreshments will be provided.

• Date: Tuesday, 20th January 2026
• Venue: Pudsey Civic Hall, Dawson’s Corner, Pudsey, LS28 5TA
• Arrival: From 9:00am for a 9:30am start
• Play-through: 2:30pm (Parents warmly invited)
• Finish: 3:00pm

Who Can Attend?
Students in Year 6 and above, who are Grade 1 standard and above on a woodwind or brass instrument.

What to Expect:

On Tuesday 20th January, Pudsey Civic Hall will come alive with the sound of young musicians working together in full rehearsals and focused sectionals. They will learn from our experienced ArtForms tutors, make new friends, and experience the thrill of playing in a large ensemble.

The day ends with a play-through at 2:30pm, where they will show off what they have achieved – parents and families are warmly invited. It is a fantastic opportunity for the students to improve their skills, boost their confidence, and discover what ArtForms ensembles have to offer.

What to Bring:

• Instrument
• Pencil
• Packed lunch
• Water bottle
• Ear defenders (if required)
• Book / homework / mini games for breaktime and lunchtime (no balls please!)
• Any medication / inhalers etc. (if required)

Students will not be able to leave the building during the day. Students do not need to come in school uniform.

How to sign up:

If your child wishes to take part, please complete the online form by Friday 12th December 2025 – https://forms.gle/Dsjed7YRZndfBUN36

You will receive an email confirmation securing their place after this date. Parents will need to seek approval from schools to attend, and we will contact the schools to confirm their attendance.

If you have any questions, please contact educ.artforms@leeds.gov.uk.
We look forward to welcoming your child for this inspiring musical experience!

The Little Sing is an interactive Performance Event for Key Stage 1 from Music Connect, with funding from the West Yorkshire Music Hub (WYMH). 

On Friday 20th March 2026, Music Connect, led by ArtForms, will host our ninth annual Little Sing for Key Stage 1. This is an immersive Musical Experience for children, where they are the performers as well as the audience.  

The children always love the session of singing, playing instruments and moving, as do the adults who attend. The theme this year will be all about the sea: a journey over the waves, singing songs as we go. The band and singing leaders will be dressed for the theme and the stage will be filled with sea creatures and colourful backdrops, ready to welcome over 1000 children throughout the course of the day over two sessions.  

Here’s some feedback from Little Sing ’25: 

It was great to have the music beforehand so we could learn with the children. We loved the costumes and the setting of the event. The mini beasts were great! We really enjoyed the choice of music and the fast-moving pace of the event. Children were engaged throughout. It was great to see so many children using the sticks. Y1 teacher, Stanningley Primary School.

Children have been singing the songs in the playground, and they really enjoyed being outside of their classroom environment.  Y1 teacher, Park View Primary Academy 

It was brilliant! Music leader, Pudsey Southroyd Primary 

Feedback from a selection of the young people who attended the event: 

We liked the Minibeast Rave and the opportunity to play the instruments. Daisy 

We liked that the singers came to the back with us to sing and dance. Katie 

We loved the minibeast outfits and singers. Ibraheem 

This is the best day ever! Jacob 

This year’s concert will be held on the 1^st July, and marks a triumphant comeback for the bi-annual event, which has become a cherished highlight in Leeds’ cultural calendar. Designed to showcase the talent and hard work of children from both primary and secondary schools, the evening will be a true testament to the power of music in bringing people together. You can see the highlights to the 2023 concert here.

A Stage for Young Talent

The concert offers pupils a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform on the iconic Leeds Arena stage. From choral pieces and orchestral arrangements to energetic instrumental ensembles, the programme will highlight the diversity and creativity of music education in Leeds.

Over 80 Schools United by Music

With participation from more than 80 schools, the concert is a unique demonstration of unity and collaboration. A teacher involved in the previous concert shared: “This concert is about so much more than just the music. It’s about confidence, teamwork, and creating memories that these children will carry with them for a lifetime. Seeing them perform at such a prestigious venue is nothing short of magical.”

Community at its Heart

The Celebration Concert isn’t just about the performers – it’s also a chance for families, friends, and the wider Leeds community to come together and support young people. The City of Leeds Youth music groups will be returning along with ArtForms Music Centres.

Sarah Crowley, event coordinator for ArtForms said “We are thrilled to bring the Celebration Concert back to the Leeds Arena, and this year’s event is bigger than ever. Music has an incredible ability to bring people together, and we’re so proud to see how this concert reflects the spirit and talent of our city’s young people.”

Tickets for the event are expected to sell quickly, so be sure to secure yours when they come on sale soon via the ArtForms website and Leeds arena website, to witness this unforgettable celebration of music, community, and the next generation of talent.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact wymh.artforms@leeds.gov.uk.

9.30am-12pm – Main hall, Wetherby High School, LS22 6JS

To sign up, please fill out the following google form: Wetherby Music Centre’s Dust Your Case Off Day – Google Form

Tickets are free for this event but we will be accepting donations on a pay as you feel basis on the door.

Book your Tickets here!

Tickets are free for this event but we would welcome donations on a pay as you feel basis on the door.

Please note that due to popular demand we now have two performances:

One at 10am-11am

One at 12.30pm -1.30pm

When booking your tickets please ensure you select the correct link as there are two links with 10am and 12.30pm performances!.

Book your Tickets here!

Whilst you’re in our Ticket Source link, take a look at Back Chat Brass who are performing at Wetherby Music centre on 9th November at 10.30am – get your free tickets now!

From September 2024 the West Yorkshire Music Hub replaces LMEP.

Although this funding goes some way to supporting extra music provision, we recognise that for some schools budgets are still very tight and more funding is needed to help deliver quality musical experiences. With this in mind, we have conducted a funding review to direct schools to find external funding streams. This is now on our website Funding Review (artformsleeds.co.uk)

We hope you find this information useful and feel encouraged to apply for further resources to enhance you music opportunities in school.

Please check the links to each website for further details of eligibility and how to apply, checking for any changes that may be made after publication of this report. West Yorkshire Music Hub cannot accept responsibility for any errors or changes made to the funds further to publication of this report.

Sarah Truscott – Assistant Head, ArtForms (WYMH)

Friday 17th May
9:00-3:00
Pudsey Civic Hall

Music Connect is our programme of curriculum support for music leaders in all Leeds schools.  The termly Music Leaders Network is an important part of Music Connect, bringing music leaders together from primary schools across Leeds to share experiences and discuss the latest developments in music education.

Since the start of the pandemic our network meetings moved online, increasing attendance due to the convenience of accessing a twilight session from school or home.  However, we really value face to face events for Music Leaders to truly network which is why we have created the new conference.

This year the conference will include –

An Ofsted Deep Dive panel discussion sharing experiences from Joe Barton, CEO of the LEODIS trust and an Ofsted inspector, Yvonna Georghiou, Music Lead at Otley St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School and Annie Bradbury, Music Lead at Cockburn Haigh Road Academy.

There will also be workshops from –

• Sue Nicholls – A Fresh Look at Composition for key stages 1&2.  Sue is a vastly experienced music teacher who works nationwide as a music education consultant delivering workshops, seminars, keynotes and CPD as well as being published author for Collins (Music Express) and OUP.
• Sing Up – Sharon Durrant from https://www.singup.org will explore the new Sing Up curriculum and provide Music Leaders with free access to resources that can be shared with the non-specialist Music teachers in their school.
• Musical Futures – Fran Hannan from www.musicalfuturesonline.org will lead an interactive session on the chair drumming resources from their free resource library which attendees can use with both their classes and share with colleagues.

Music Connect receives funding from LMEP which enables ArtForms to offer the programme to Leeds Schools and Academies at no charge.

Sign up here – Primary Music Leaders Conference.

For more information please email Sam.Mercer@leeds.gov.uk

Sam Mercer – Music Curriculum Support Manager, ArtForms