Saturday Music Centre

The aim of the Centre is to complement and enhance the teaching of music, dance and drama, in Solihull by creating opportunities for instrumentalists and singers to take part in a variety of ensembles, according to their ability.

The Centre operates on each Saturday during term time from 8.50am until 12.15pm at the Solihull Music Service.

Classes at present on offer include:

• clarinet choir - suitable for beginners to grade 5, this clarinet choir gives children the opportunity to explore and express their musicianship within a friendly, sociable environment 
• Flute Choir - suitable for beginners to grade 7, this choir is a brilliant opportunity to work alongside fellow flutists to develop musical expression and general ensemble skills within a relaxed, fun environment.
• steel pans - every steel pan class is carnival time. Join this group and party to the music originating from Trinidad.
• world music - learn about rhythms in this exciting group. 
• drama - develop your acting skills through role play, improvisation and script reading.
  
• dance - to compliment the musical and drama groups and develop the Performing Arts on offer at S.M.C.
• string groups - develop your ensemble playing with some 'GROOVY' tunes.
• SMC Jazz Band - is a traditional Swing Band playing the latest Big Band Charts.
• theory - theory classes cater for all levels of ability form grade 1 to 8 Associated Board tuition.
• smc voices - explore your voice in this cool choir.
• keyboards - S.M.C. now offers the opportunity to all keyboard players from beginners to advanced to develop their skills and play in a Keyboard Orchestra.
• rock & pop - S.M.C.'s rock & pop department offers the opportunity for guitarists to learn to play chord patterns and develop these skills in the context of a group playing their favourite songs. Rock & Pop groups are encouraged to develop their own material with guidance from experienced musicians. There are regular opportunities to perform the repertoire they have rehearsed to a receptive audience.
• Saturday Starters - this fun filled session is designed to give children aged 3-7 an opportunity to learn, explore and develop keys skills in music, dance and drama through songs, stories and instruments.
• Ukulele group - come and enjoy this popular group, learning songs from the 60’s to modern day.
• STOMP group - come and join Solihull’s answer to the West End show!!

Session Pricing

Our session pricing is as follows:

• 1 session - £15.40 per term (Average £1.54 per week)
• 2 sessions - £30.80 per term (Average £3.08 per week)
• 3 sessions - £46.20 per term (Average £4.62 per week)
• 4 sessions - £61.60  per term (Average £6.16 per week)

No audition is required players, with advice from the teacher, decide which group or groups they wish to join.

Note: These may change in response to demand from pupils. The Centre is open to all who are to benefit from the activities available and no audition is normally necessary. Students are encouraged to attend for the full morning (4 sessions).