The Latymer Saturday Music Centre

We have six ensembles on a Saturday morning that are free for our students - we really understand the value of playing together!

Put them in a music ensemble.

Music does many important things.

It's been a very busy week in the office, but we have managed to send out next year's timetables to everyone. Please check it as soon as it arrives and let us know if there are any problems.

This is why music is good for your mental health, according to scientists Does listening to and playing classical music benefit the brain? Research shows there is a strong connection between music and mental health.

Our Early Ears and Music Makers classes are aimed at children from 3-7. The classes include singing, clapping, games with small instruments and rhythm games, all of which build up the fundamental skills needed to play an instrument - and they're fun too!

We also have vacancies for some instruments - please get in touch to find out more! Our number is 07948 167396 or send an email to [email protected]

https://thelatymersaturdaymusiccentre.co.uk/apply/

Incredibly special.

We hope everyone is enjoying the sunshine! We're busy organising next year's timetable - please look out for it in your inbox in the next week or so.

We still have vacancies in our Early Ears and Music Makers classes, as well as for some instrumental lessons. Please get in touch if you're interested! We are a very friendly music centre, with a team of 20 experienced teachers providing high-quality lessons. Why not fill in an application form today and find out more?

https://thelatymersaturdaymusiccentre.co.uk/apply/

What a concert!

We had a fantastic afternoon on Saturday at our concert celebrating our 30th Anniversary.

All of the ensembles played, including the debut performance of our bucket ensemble. The children in the Early Ears, Year 1 and Year 2 Music Makers all sang together, and we had some superb soloists. There was a special mention for the pupils that have achieved Grade 8 violin and Grade 8 Music Theory. Looking forward to the next 30 years!

The best thing we can do is put them in music ensembles.

Over the last few weeks we have been handing out the certificates from last term's ABRSM exams. We're very proud of all our students, but especially those that get to Grade 8 - and a distinction at Grade 8 is a real achievement!

Well done.

Music is for everyone.

Put them in a music ensemble.

We are delighted to welcome two new members of staff.

Edward Wing is our new piano teacher - also a band musician and former archaeologist!

Francis Macura is our new brass teacher, also offering aural training and GCSE/A-level Music support.

Do get in touch if you would like lessons in any of the above.

A festive bassoon moment for you - Merry Christmas!

O Come All Ye Faithful (arranged for Bassoon Ensemble) - arr. Ashby Mayes Tune into the Echo Ensemble tomorrow morning (Tuesday 22nd December) to catch the premiere of this years Christmas Arrangement; O Come All Ye Faithful! Thank...

Looking for a last-minute Christmas present? Why not book some instrumental lessons? Or join one of our Early Ears or Music Makers classes? We have a team of 19 very experienced teachers offering lessons in a wide range of instruments, and the group classes for children from Nursery to Year 2 are a great introduction to music making and great fun too. We look forward to hearing from you!

Research indicates that singing releases endorphins, sorotonin and dopamine - these are all chemicals that make you feel good!

We are so lucky to have two fantastic singing teachers at out thriving Saturday school - why not sign up for some lessons?

Our Year 1 Music Makers had a special treat on Saturday - the Recorder Ensemble arrived, complete with Santa hats, and gave a little concert, finishing with Silent Night. Everyone loved it!

Ooh this looks exciting!

We're busy busy busy until the end of term! As well as our ABRSM exam session, we have two concerts at which we hope to hear all six of our ensembles as well as the Music Makers and some of our fabulous soloists too.

Just a quick reminder that we are closed for both Saturdays of half term. Wishing everyone a relaxing and enjoyable half term, and see you on 4th November.

It's nearly half term! One more Saturday of lessons, and then we're all looking forward to a relaxing two weeks off.

There are lots of reasons why singing is good for you, but one of them is that it makes you feel better! We have two singing teachers at The Latymer Saturday Music Centre, as well as including lots of singing in our Early Ears and Music Maker classes - why not find out more? Here's our website - we hope to see you soon!

https://thelatymersaturdaymusiccentre.co.uk/

We now have two singing teachers, and are looking forward to hearing some of the pupils at our next concerts. If you would like singing lessons, please get in touch on 07948 167396 or send us an email on [email protected].

We have another new member of staff starting with us next week!

Scottish singer Eleanor Kemp first studied Music with French at Glasgow University before moving to London to study at Trinity Laban where she completed her masters in vocal performance. She is a freelance opera singer with credits including Cherubino (The Marriage of Figaro), Nursing Sister, Mistress of the Novices and the Abbess (Suor Angelica), Sheperdess (Venus and Adonis) and Nada (Svadba). Eleanor also performs song and opera recitals regularly with her duo partner.

Eleanor is a passionate teacher working with students on singing, theory and languages. She is also experienced in creating group music experiences through her work with Colourstrings and Paragon. As an experienced choral singer, Eleanor now also enjoys leading choirs and sharing the gift of ensemble singing. She loves helping students achieve their musical goals, gain confidence and open new doors in their development through music. She sees students at Trinity Laban as well as privately, and is delighted to start working at the Latymer Saturday Music Centre.

Welcome Eleanor!

Does your child enjoy music? Are you looking for an exciting way of teaching your child about pitch and rhythm? Come along to us on Saturday mornings! We still have vacancies in our Early Ears and Music Makers classes. These are a great introduction to music, with singing, rhythm games, games with instruments and other listening activities. Call us on 07948 167396, send an email to [email protected] or apply here https://thelatymersaturdaymusiccentre.co.uk/apply/