Improving the quality of provision and status of Early Years music across the sector. Through the delivery of projects, training, research and networking we are working to change policy, support activity and raise awareness of the importance of music in a child’s early years.
Sound Connections exists to create change. We work across the music community to achieve inclusion, equity and social justice with young people.
We focus on four strands of work
- Youth Voice and Participation
- Training and professional development
- Advocacy
- Consultancy
Together, these strands ensure that all children and young people age 0 to 25 can access music opportunities and progression routes.
Challenging Circumstances
Supporting and developing those working with children and young people in challenging circumstances. We believe that every child and young person should be able to access and enjoy high quality music, and progress musically should they wish to. We’re working to help bring down barriers to access.
Youth Voice & Participation
Leading the way in Youth Voice & Participation, both regionally and nationally. We regularly engage in panel discussions, debates, focus groups, campaigning and advocacy aimed at making a youth voice heard across the United Kingdom.
Sector & Workforce Development
Championing excellence in music education across the sector through practical continuing professional development and strategic support. We offer a comprehensive, needs-driven sector and workforce development programme that is transformational, inclusive and accessible. Our training is delivered by leading educators in the UK.
Consultancy
Providing strategic advice and guidance across the music sector. We established our consultancy service in 2013 to provide specialist services to organisations across the UK, drawing upon many years of music education delivery, strategy and research.
Upcoming Events
An Introduction to the Early Years Foundation Stage
Wednesday 5 October 2022
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Mental Health and Wellbeing with Shahana Knight (TPC Therapy)
Tuesday 11 October 2022
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Orchestras for All - an approach to inclusive ensembles
Wednesday 19 October 2022
5.30pm - 7.30pm
Exploring Youth Voice within Music-Making Practices in Classical Music Education
Monday 7 November 2022
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Strategies for Change
Thursday 10 November 2022
10:00am - 12:00pm
London Early Years Music Network: Neurodiversity Affirming Practice
Tuesday 29 November 2022
6:00pm - 8:00pm