Name: Music Workshop Day!
Start: 2026-03-28T10:30:00+00:00
Location: Ponteland High School

Following the success of our Music Workshop Day last year, we are delighted to announce that the event is returning for 2026!
Taking place on Saturday the 28th of March and this time to be held at Ponteland High School, our workshop offers a fun, relaxed and inspiring day designed especially for children who enjoy music and want to build confidence while playing or singing alongside others.
🗨️ "Great opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, enjoy celebrating their talents together and making lovely memories."
🗨️ "It was absolutely BRILLIANT!"
Feedback from Rockin' & Reeling Workshop March 2025
What to expect:
🎵 A full day of practical music‑making, with a concert for parents/guardians at the end of the session (10:30am–4:00pm)
🎵 Friendly sectional workshops led by our specialist music tutors
🎵 Opportunities to play and sing in groups, make new friends and grow in confidence
🎵 Sessions suitable for beginners through to more experienced players and singers
Children will take part in one of the following sectional workshops:
💠Beginner Orchestra with Mrs Hedley and Mr Robinson
💠Intermediate Orchestra with Mrs Chinery and Mr Francis
💠Advanced Orchestra with Mrs Stephenson and Miss Hetherington
💠Guitar Ensemble with Mr Robertson
💠Percussion Ensemble with Mr Doyle
💠Choir with Ms Hewison & Mr Burns
Sectionals are based on our Northumberland County ensembles, giving pupils the chance to experience ensemble music‑making in a supportive environment.
Key details
☑️Date: Saturday 28th of March 2026
☑️Venue Address: Ponteland High School, The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland, NE20 9EG
☑️Start time: 10:30am
☑️Concert for parents: 3:00pm arrival with a 3:15pm start
☑️End time: 4:00pm
☑️Location: Ponteland High School
☑️Ages: 7 - 18 (sessions grouped by age and experience)
☑️Cost: £15.00 per child
☑️£12.50 for Northumberland Music ensemble members
☑️Subsidised places are available for those who need them
Booking information
To confirm your child’s place, please complete the registration form and make payment via the link below.
Your child cannot attend any activities unless the form has been completed and submitted.
🔗 https://forms.office.com/e/Jb2je68Lui
You can find further information about our county ensembles here:
👉 https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/education-skills/northumberland-music/music-groups-ensembles-workshops
If you have any questions or would like to discuss subsidised places, please contact us at [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming your child for a day filled with music, creativity and a few golden moments!