16+ Music Education
Smart Music Education offers flexible, high-quality music education for learners aged 16+, supporting progression, confidence and creativity through practical, engaging music-making. Our sessions are suitable for FE colleges, sixth forms, alternative provision, SEND settings and home-educated students.
Flexible Delivery
We offer:
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One-off enrichment days
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Half-term or termly projects
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Small-group workshops
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Mentoring-style sessions
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On-site or outreach delivery
To discuss how our 16+ provision can be tailored to your setting, please get in touch.
We’re always happy to talk through individual requirements and design a programme that fits your learners.
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GCSE, BTEC & A-Level Music Support
Targeted workshops designed to support exam courses and coursework, including:
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Composition support (songwriting, GarageBand, music for screen)
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Performance skills and ensemble work
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Listening and analysis sessions
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Exam-board adaptable coursework support
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Music Technology & Production
Hands-on workshops introducing students to contemporary music creation:
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GarageBand and Logic-based composition
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Recording, arranging and basic production techniques
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Creating music for film, media and games
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Developing digital workflows for composers and performers
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Songwriting & Creative Development
Practical songwriting sessions focused on original work:
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Lyric writing and melodic development
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Harmony and chord progressions
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Writing in different styles and genres
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Collaboration, feedback and refinement
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Ensemble & World Music
High-energy ensemble workshops with a focus on musicianship and teamwork:
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African and Samba drumming at an advanced level
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Rhythm, groove and ensemble leadership
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Listening, coordination and musical communication
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Careers, Pathways & Progression
Insightful sessions exploring life beyond the classroom:
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Routes into music performance, education and industry roles
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Portfolio preparation and audition advice
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Understanding transferable skills gained through music
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Realistic insight into professional musical careers