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NextGen Feedback Survey 2023

We talked to seven passionate young creatives from our NextGen Community about their careers, skills, and dreams.

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Youth Music’s Industry Connect report reveals the need for more cross industry partnership to safeguard the future of music

Youth Music’s Industry Connect report calls for cross-industry collaboration to remove barriers for young creatives and secure the future of music.

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Youth Music’s Industry Connect Report Calls for Change

Our Industry Connect Report supports young creatives facing barriers to the music industry. We're calling for a cross-industry coalition to transform access to music careers.

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NextGen Community Event: Building Meaningful Brand Collaborations as a Creative

For our final NextGen Community event of the year, we joined forces with Levi's and YGN for a free event on the power of brand partnerships and personal branding in today’s creative landscape.

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Youth Music's Workforce Diversity Report

Explore how workforce diversity data drives change, informs priorities, and strengthens our organisation through inclusive actions.

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Spotify Partners With Youth Music to Launch Fund Supporting Grassroots Youth Spaces

The Spotify and Youth Music Fund aims to preserve and protect at-risk spaces for children and young people experiencing challenging circumstances.

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5 projects innovating music-making with children under 5

Discover 5 innovative music projects transforming early childhood development across the UK, from boosting babies' mental health to creating magical musical spaces.

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Ensuring Every Child’s Right to Music

Music education is crucial for children, but access is unequal. Our SONG report calls for action to ensure all children benefit.

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Parent Spotlight: Supporting Young People with Additional Needs in Music

Shirley and Oscar share how music transforms lives through tailored sessions and innovation.

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Department for Education national conversation on the curriculum and assessment system

Join the national conversation on curriculum and assessment reform led by the Department for Education.

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New Report Highlights Potential of Singing to Impact on Wellbeing of Young Refugees

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Youth Music Makes Music Possible at Early Years Sessions

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No Grass Without Roots

The past two Mercury Prize wins highlight the crucial role grassroots music plays in shaping the future of the industry. It’s time to stand up for grassroots youth and community music. 

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NextGen Community Event: How to Grow Your Community As a Young Creative

We've rounded up expert advice on how to network and build a community, from our panel of music industry insiders at our NextGen Community event in Glasgow.

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Circle Of Light record their 5th album!

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The Accessible Future of Festivals

Rising costs and accessibility barriers are making festivals less inclusive. We explore five key changes that could make them fairer, safer, and open to all.

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COL Mentors Share Creative Skills With Shug Studios

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Resources and support during current racism and violence in UK

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Racism and Violence in the UK: A Message From Our CEO

A statement from our CEO regarding the recent violence in the UK.

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Free youth tickets offer: BREATHE UK Tour

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Communicate through sound - Summer Report 2024

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Announcing the 11 Recipients of the Youth Music Energiser Fund

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Decolonising the Music Curriculum

This is how the Youth Music team is exploring how to decolonise language and the music curriculum.

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