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Are you ready to dive into the world of music and fun? Kent Music Summer School (KMSS) is back for another exciting summer, and we’re here to share just some of the things which make our summer school so special.

Project 33, "Distant Worlds," took place in February 2024 and encouraged participants to explore space-themed music.

Do you wish you had high-quality, engaging music lessons already prepared for the whole school?   Are you keen to introduce ukulele but not sure where to start?  Need fresh ideas for your assemblies or songs for your developing choir?  Luckily, we can help – along with our new partner programme Sing Up.

In October 2023, Orchestra ONE's Project 32, "Underwater Worlds," took participants on an immersive musical journey exploring oceanic themes.

We were thrilled in September 2023 when Theo Oakley, an 11-year-old student at our music lab in Folkestone, won the Remarkable Achievement Award at the prestigious Wards Childrens Awards. Theo, born blind due to Norrie Disease, was recognised for his exceptional skills in music.

Released in September 2023 this subject report gives a realistic review of music in schools between December 2022 and June 2023.

Being a Music Lead is a job unlike any other, no matter your background, how experienced you are or what you play. Whether you’re wrangling whole classes, setting up extracurriculars or championing your subject with SLT, there’s a unique set of joys and challenges that come with the role.

In the coastal town of Whitstable on Kent’s North coast, St Alphege CE Infant School and Sunbeams Nursery stands as a beacon of creativity and artistic excellence. This remarkable institution has not only achieved Artsmark Platinum status but also proudly bears the Music Mark School recognition, setting a precedent for arts and music education.

Kent Music Summer School has been a part of the summer experience for young musicians for over 70 years. Find out more about the summer school, it’s history and what it’s like to attend.