THREE-YEAR YOUTH MUSIC GRANT GIVEN TO YORK's NATIONAL CENTRE FOR EARLY MUSIC
Tue 12th June 2018
Over £150,000 has been awarded to the National Centre for Early Music, to continue to deliver its far-reaching programme of work, Music4U – supporting young people in challenging circumstances across York, Hull and the East Riding over the next three years.
Comments Delma Tomlin, MBE, NCEM Director “We are absolutely delighted with the new financial endorsement from all those involved with this programme, which will allow us to continue the work we have already begun. Our education work is an essential part of the NCEM package and presents a fantastic occasion to regularly engage with a new, wider audience.
“We have a strong belief in the positive benefits of musical work with young people and we are delighted and honoured to be working with music hubs and other partners to create the greatest impact. Over the years we have been able to support some remarkable young people, who have gone on to do really positive things and we are sure that the same can be achieved over the next three years.”
Through Music4U, the NCEM has supported over 35,000 young people, with projects running since 2001. The next phase of activities will begin in July 2018. This includes music skills sessions with those who do not access mainstream school, inclusive orchestras for special school students and experienced young musicians, after school clubs and holiday projects in areas of rural isolation, and network and training events for music leaders. The total funding sum is comprised from The National Foundation for Youth Music, partnership support from York Music Hub, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Hull City Council, and support from JWP Creers Accountants, York and private donors. The output will benefit young people living in York, Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Full details of the projects involved can be found on the NCEM website, www.ncem.co.uk
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