Kent Music Announces the Departure of Chief Executive Peter Bolton
Kent Music announces that Chief Executive Peter Bolton will be stepping down in spring 2025 after 16 remarkable years.
Peter has overseen some of Kent Music’s most impressive developments over the past decade and a half. Under his leadership, the organisation successfully won bids to lead music education locally as Hub Lead Organisation, first in 2012 for Kent, and again in 2024 for Kent & Medway. He has also spearheaded our award winning Orchestra ONE programme, shepherded us through the challenges of the pandemic, moved us into a purpose-built space in Ashford’s Creative Enterprise Quarter, and much more.
A message from our Chair of Trustees:
“It has been a pleasure to work with Peter during my time as Chair. Between us we have tackled some challenges and enjoyed some laughs, and the result is that Peter leaves Kent Music in a much better state than he found it. I wish him every success in his future endeavours, and we look forward to welcoming a new Chief Executive to lead us through our next phase.”
A message from Peter Bolton:
“I came into Kent Music at a difficult time for the organisation and with the support of our incredible team will be leaving it in good shape for my successor. Everyone at Kent Music is passionately dedicated to supporting children, young people and adults across Kent and Medway to take part in creative music education activities. I wish the team and my successor every success for the future.”
The entire team at Kent Music would like to thank Peter for his leadership, dedication, and the passion he has brought to the organisation over the past 16 years. While we’ll be sad to see him go, he’s leaving us in a great position for a dynamic new Chief Executive to step into a leadership role.
Are you interested in leading Kent Music into an exciting new era?
We’re looking for a dynamic Chief Executive who can make a real difference, ensuring that children, young people and adults across Kent and Medway have access to the best music education.
Applications are open now and close on Tuesday 7th January 2025. Find out more and apply through our website.