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November 2015

30 Nov 2015

From Cumbria to Cornwall: Online music lessons to be trialled by schools across England

Funding awarded by Arts Council England and J. Paul Getty Jnr Charitable Trust to create more music opportunities for pupils in rural areas In early 2016 pupils in Cornwall, Cumbria, Durham & Darlington, East Riding of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire will be introduced to an alternative approach to music education -... more...

25 Nov 2015

Dales Jam requires an Assistant Music Leader

Dales Jam requires an Assistant Music Leader for the RAM Jam youth jazz and improvisation ensemble January – March 2016 Dales Jam is a community jazz band based in Skipton, North Yorkshire. Supported by the young music charity NYMAZ and with funding from the National Foundation for Youth Music, they coordinate RAM... more...

24 Nov 2015

Could you be a Singing & Signing Champion in North Yorkshire?

Great CPD opportunity for North Yorkshire Schools in Spring 2016 Schools in North Yorkshire are being invited to become Singing & Signing Champions through training and support delivered by award-winning charity Accessible Arts & Media (AAM). Spaces are available for Music Coordinators or Music Department staff from any primary, special and... more...

20 Nov 2015

Call for Protest Songs!

Call for Protest Songs Closes 1 February 2016 I’m Inclusive Too: Music and Social Justice School, youth and community music groups: release your inner activist! I’m Inclusive Too is a day of ideas, inspiration and participation for anyone involved in inclusive music making with young people. The event’s theme... more...

19 Nov 2015

NYMAZ Early Years Music Networking Roadshow!

November 24 (Richmond), 25 (Selby) & 26 (Whitby), 2015 from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM FREE drop-in entry (advanced booking required) After a successful Networking Roadshow last year, we’ll be travelling around the county once again, sharing songs, resources, tips and advice. Come along to one of our drop-in Networking events in November, taking place... more...

17 Nov 2015

I’m Inclusive Too, Music and Social Justice Conference & Showcase

Saturday 27 February 2016 10am-3.30pm, Ron Cooke Hub, University of York   Learn from hands-on training sessions and case studies about music and social justice   Participate in practical music-making workshops led by young people   Hear the keynote speech from leading community music researcher Lee Higgins   Visit the marketplace... more...

11 Nov 2015

Sarah Derbyshire Appointed Chief Executive of Orchestras Live

Sarah Derbyshire MBE, Chair of NYMAZ, has today been announced as the new Chief Executive of national music charity Orchestras Live.  She joins the organisation in January 2016,  following the departure of Henry Little to Opera Rara in December 2015. We are delighted that Sarah will continue to contribute to... more...

09 Nov 2015

Principles for Musically-Inclusive Working

Written by members of the NYMAZ Music Partner Network Statement NYMAZ believes that everyone has the right to make music and to participate in shared cultural experiences Our working principles In delivering musically inclusive activities, we as musicians and organisers aim to: 1.  Engage participants through experiences that are culturally,... more...

05 Nov 2015

NYMAZ is seeking Trustees

NYMAZ is seeking dynamic and influential individuals who can oversee and contribute to the ongoing development of a vibrant charity. NYMAZ is a youth music development agency, which champions the transformative potential of music for children and young people. Working with our trusted partners, we deliver high quality music-making activities... more...

04 Nov 2015

NYMAZ & Musicport Administrators (2x part-time posts)

NYMAZ and Musicport, two North Yorkshire music organisations, are seeking dynamic part-time Administrators to assist them in their development. Closing date for both posts is 10am, Friday 27 November. Musicport and NYMAZ welcome applicants who are interested in either or both positions. NYMAZ Administrator (Part-time) Contract:  Fixed term until 31 March 2018, ... more...