Why get involved?
Make Music With Others
Making music is a fun and sociable activity. Joining a Music Summer School activity gives you the chance to meet, play and perform with other like-minded young musicians.
Opportunity to Perform
By playing in a Music Summer School activity you have the opportunity to take part in a celebration performance for friends and family.
Play Well-Known Tunes
You will have the opportunity to play a selection of well-known tunes and music in many different styles.
Learn Something New
By taking part in a Music Summer School activity, you have the opportunity to learn how to play as part of an ensemble, learn new music and develop your skills.
Earn a Digital Badge
Digital badges are a smart, simple, and visual way of recognising your learning so you can show off your accomplishments and achievements.
Key Information
Apply for Keyboard Explorers
Once your application is received, your child's place is confirmed. If your chosen activity is currently at capacity your child will be put on a waiting list. A member of the Create Music team will be in touch once a space is available.
An invoice will be sent 4-6 weeks before the course start date. You will receive more detailed course information 2 weeks before the start date.
Meet the Tutors
Emma Russell
Course Leader
Keyboard & Piano
Formerly a student of East Sussex Music, Emma studied BA (Hons) Music in Bath and has performed in chamber groups, concert bands and orchestras across Somerset and East Sussex. She now teaches for Create Music, where she coaches students through classical and rock & pop piano grades.
Laura Blythe
Keyboard & Piano
Laura completed her BMus Degree before becoming a qualified teacher at Oathall Community College, where she had a 100% pass rate teaching GCSE Music. Laura has taught a range of activities at Create Music (formerly East Sussex Music) that include Samba, Ukulele, Recorder, Keyboard/Piano and Music Theory. She can teach traditional ABRSM and Trinity piano grades as well as Rock & Pop Keyboard.