Testimonials "My daughter has grown so much in confidence since joining SYM. The teachers are fantastic and the concert opportunities have been amazing." - Parent of Year 9 student "I've made lifelong friends here and improved my playing beyond what I thought possible. The orchestra is the highlight of my week!" - Orchestra Member, Age 16 "I joined SYM at the age of 4yr, went through to the senior wind band before taking my GCSE Music and getting in to The Royal Academy of Music - Thanks you SYM" - Ex Member of SYM
What’s on offer on Saturday (during school term-time)?
Brass Ensemble For developing players (Grades 3-8) The Brass Ensemble is perfect for young musicians wishing to play in an ensemble. Working on accessible repertoire, students learn essential brass skills like following a conductor, playing in time with others, and reading music in a group setting.
Percussion Ensemble For intermediate players (Grades 3-6) Our Percussion Ensemble tackles more challenging repertoire and performs regularly throughout the year. Working on accessible repertoire, students learn essential brass skills like following a conductor, playing in time with others, and reading music in a group setting.
Wind Band For woodwind and brass players (Grades 4-8) Our Wind Band explores the rich repertoire written for wind ensemble, from marches to jazz arrangements to original wind compositions.
Clarinet Choir For Clarinet players (Grades 3-8) When: Saturdays, 9:00-9:30am
Ukulele Group For Clarinet players (Grades 3-8) When: Saturdays, 9:30-10:00am
Music Box For children aged: (Grades 1-3) When: Saturdays, 9.30:00am -10:00pm
Early Birds For children aged: (Grades 1-3) When: Saturdays, 10:00am -10:30pm
Intermediate Wind Band For woodwind and brass players (Grades 3-5) Our Wind Band explores the rich repertoire written for wind ensemble, from marches to jazz arrangements to original wind compositions.
Choir
Little Big Band For intermediate+ players interested in jazz Learn improvisation, jazz harmony, and play classic jazz standards and modern compositions.
Junior Sting Orchestra For string players (Grades 1-3) When: Saturdays, 11:45am -12:30pm
Stay & Play Beginner Band For string players (Grades 1-3) When: Saturdays, 11:45am -12:15pm
Intermediate Sting Orchestra For string players (Grades 4-6) When: Saturdays, 12:15 -1:15pm
Saxophone Ensemble For Saxophone players (Grades 3-8) When: Saturdays, 1:30 -2:00pm
We offer one-to-one instrumental lessons with our experienced tutors:
Available Instruments:
Lesson Format:
Music Theory Classes
Group Theory Lessons Preparation for ABRSM theory exams (Grades 1-5) in small, friendly groups.
Additional Benefits
Instrument Loan Scheme Can’t afford to purchase an instrument? We have a selection of instruments available to loan to members (subject to availability and agreement).
Bursary Programme Financial assistance is available for families who need support with membership fees or instrument costs. All applications are treated confidentially.
Music Library Access to our extensive collection of sheet music and study scores.
Alumni Network Stay connected after you leave! Our alumni network offers mentoring, masterclasses, and reunion concerts.