Group Music Making
Whatever your child plays, sings, or wants to try, there’s a group across Dorset and Somerset for them from a complete beginner picking up an instrument for the first time to an advanced young musician ready for their next challenge.
Browse by type below, or get in touch if you’re not sure where to start.
Brass Bands, Wind Bands & Training Groups
Brass and wind bands for every standard, from beginner training bands like Sherborne Town Band’s Starter Brass Class through to advanced ensembles and marching bands.
Choirs
From first singing experiences to cathedral choristerships, with groups for every age — many with no audition required.
Music For Every Young Person
Open access, no audition, and flexible support — music technology, songwriting, careers routes and programmes shaped around specific.
Orchestras
String orchestras, full symphony orchestras and jazz big bands — including Somerset Youth Orchestra, Dorset Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the inclusive National Open Youth Orchestra.