Igniting musical passion in primary schools
Whole Class Brass is LGB Brass’s pioneering first access programme designed specifically for primary schools. Since its launch in 2022, we have aimed to bridge the gap in brass music awareness and education in the county town of East Sussex, sparking interest among young learners across Lewes and the surrounding areas.
The spark of inspiration
When BrassSparks was introduced, there was a noticeable lack of exposure to brass music within young people in our community. Recognising this gap, we developed an innovative programme to bring the joy and excitement of brass music directly into the classroom. Our mission is to inspire and cultivate a new generation of brass players and widen the reach of our programme to those that would otherwise not get the chance to have this experience.
Pressing Play
Whole Class Brass offers an inspiring musical experience for children in Key Stage 2. Over the course of ten weeks of a term, students receive comprehensive brass lessons as an entire class, completely free of charge. This inclusive approach ensures that every child has the opportunity to explore and develop their musical talents, and discover the world of brass music making.
Musical Discovery
Throughout the term, students engage in a dynamic and interactive learning process, guided by experienced brass teachers from LGB Brass and BrassSparks, and supported by the loan of instruments from Create Music. They are introduced to a variety of brass instruments, learning fundamental techniques, and exploring the rich heritage of brass music
Grand Finale
The programme culminates in a performance, where students showcase their new found skills alongside members of LGB Brass and BrassSparks. This not only provides a platform for the children to display their achievements but also serves as a demonstration of the power of brass banding to bring people together.
How do we get involved?
If you’re a Headteacher, Governor, Music Subject Lead, or are otherwise engaged in a primary school within Lewes and the surrounding area, and you’d like us to run a whole class brass scheme at your school, please email brasssparks@lgbbrass.co.uk..
funding
The scheme is funded by LGB Brass and its supporters. We want everyone to experience playing a brass instrument.
what about instruments?
Those are provided for you (yes, all of them) thanks to our partnership with Create Music. You’ll just need somewhere to store them.
where and when
We will agree a mutually agreeable time for us to visit your school, and will slot into your timetable as much as possible.
what next?
We offer all participating children the opportunity to join our BrassSparks band to continue their musical adventure. The first term is completely free.
Thank you
We wouldn’t be able to run this programme without the support of two of our key partners.
