Why get involved?

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Play Well-known tunes

You will have the opportunity to play a selection of well-known tunes suited to the ensemble genre. 

Performance Opportunities

By playing in an ensemble you have the opportunity to take part in concerts and events throughout the year, earning vital performance experience. 

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Making Music with Others

Making music is a fun and sociable activity. Joining a Music Centre activity gives you the chance to meet, play and perform with other like-minded musicians. 

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Virtual Music Centre

As part of your membership you can take part in our online activities under the Virtual Music Centre. This includes Beginner, Intermediate and Grade V Theory. 

Meet the Tutors

Chris Simmonds

Chris Simmonds

Course Leader

After graduating from BIMM, Chris spent ten years working as a freelance musician, touring and recording with a number of high-profile artists. Having played worldwide he then stepped into teaching and is currently curriculum leader of guitar and lead for our Virtual Music Centre.