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From sea shanties to symphonies, a world of music for your class to explore with The Glasshouse

Welcome back! 

With the new school year underway, now’s the perfect time to start planning some musical adventures for your students. At The Glasshouse, we’ve got a packed programme designed to inspire, excite, and bring music to life. Whether that’s singing together in a hall full of voices, discovering the magic of a live orchestra, or getting a glimpse behind the scenes of a world-class venue. We can even arrange bespoke sessions for SEND students.

Big Sings, Mini Singers, Royal Northern Sinfonia concerts, a careers morningschool visits and workshops - we have so many ways for your whole class to get involved this year. However you choose to connect, we’re here to make music part of your school life.

Scroll down to see a few highlights coming up and head to our website for the full programme and key dates.


Careers Morning -  from spreadsheets to sound checks

Happening on Thursday 20 November. Give KS3 and KS4 students a real-world glimpse into music and the creative industries. 

Performers, programmers, tech wizards and marketing minds are ready to share their insights. Hear inspiring talks, join Q&As, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of our world-class venue.

A brilliant way to show pupils the many paths a creative career can take.

  School visits – build your own adventure  

Bring learning to life with a trip to The Glasshouse. 

With hands-on workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, opportunities to meet musicians, and the chance to sit in on rehearsals, every visit can be tailored to suit your group’s age, interests, and curriculum goals. 

Whether it’s a short session or a full-day musical adventure, our team will help craft an experience that’s unique, educational, and unforgettable.

Be part of the music

In 2026 the fun is back! Join in with your full class with Big Sing, Big Sing for Mini Singers, and a brand-new orchestral adventure from Royal Northern Sinfonia. Expect big voices, bold sounds, and plenty of surprises along the way.

Sign-up opens in November, but now’s the time to save the dates and mark your calendars.

Build your own SEND package

Music is for everyone, and our build your own SEND sessions are designed to make sure every young person can take part.

If visiting The Glasshouse isn’t the right fit, we’ll bring the music to you. From sing-together sessions and playful music games to songwriting, ukuleles and even music tech, each visit is tailored to your group’s needs and setting.

Flexible, creative and inclusive, these sessions are all about sparking joy, building confidence, and making music feel possible for everyone.