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We bring artists, audiences and communities together so that everyone can find, explore & share extraordinary music in one of the most vibrant areas of London.

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Delighted to be back at Swanlea School, working on an intensive singing residency!

Nav Arles, Rachel Maby & Leanne Sedin are working with all 210 Y7 students as they start their Swanlea School journey, alongside the fabulous Music Department, leading towards a performance on Friday 17th Oct
September 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As our 2025 cohort comes to an end, read María Mónica Gutiérrez's reflections on the Trainee Music Leader Scheme here: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/tml-reflecti...

👉Interested in supporting a TML in your organisation? Get in touch to find out more about becoming a host partner for 2026
August 21, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Spitalfields Music Festival 2025 has officially begun!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening night with The Carice Singers, featuring new music from Max Gibson, Claire Cope, Daniel Soley, Elif Karlıdağ, and the world premiere of Aníbal Vidal's Theatre of Origins
July 2, 2025 at 9:47 AM
A brilliant profile on Aníbal Vidal and his compositional process in PRXLUDES, whose 'Theatre of Origins' will be premiered on the opening night of Spitalfields Music Festival 2025👇
prxludes.net/2025/06/16/a...

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June 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM
The latest iteration of our Primary Big Sing began today with rehearsals with Aldgate Primary and Christ Church Primary

This summer we’re bringing 300 children together in song on Monday 7th July as part of Spitalfields Music Festival! Find out more: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/events/the-p...
June 9, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Just over a month until Spitalfields Music Festival 2025 is back in East London. Get ready for unforgettable performances from extraordinary musicians in unique venues around the city
📆 1 - 9 July
May 22, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Join us as a partner and play a vital role in nurturing the future of the music sector by hosting a Trainee Music Leader for 2026.

Learn more about the scheme and the benefits of partnering with us: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/events/tml-p...
May 7, 2025 at 12:25 PM
The Spitalfields Music Festival 2025 lineup, plus more to discover online!

Have a browse: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/season/festi...
April 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Spitalfields Music Festival 2025 is here!🎉

Extraordinary performers come to the East End, with programmes that bridge the past & present, featuring everything from medieval masterpieces to cutting-edge world premieres

Discover the lineup today: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/season/festi...
April 15, 2025 at 9:07 AM
We're taking part in a Tesco Stronger Starts vote this spring raising money for our singing projects. You can vote for us by collecting a blue token at the till at selected stores in East London!

Check out a list of stores where you can vote here: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/tesco-stronger-starts/
April 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Save the Date! Spitalfields Music Festival returns from 1st-9th July 2025🎉

World-class musicians, breathtaking performances & exciting premieres in our favourite venues across East London.

📢 Full lineup coming soon—sign up to our mailing list for updates
March 25, 2025 at 10:53 AM
That's a wrap on Skills Lab Academy for now!

We loved connecting music leaders and facilitators to share their experiences and try out new techniques and approaches.

Thank you to our wonderful course leaders James Redwood, Osnat Schmool, Ben Sellers, and Rosie Bergonzi
January 21, 2025 at 11:55 AM
New Young Voices Collective's new term starts today, and they're on the lookout for members aged 11-19🎶

Rehearsing every Tuesday at Spotlight Youth Centre, NewYVC is a free, unauditioned, friendly space open to all

For more info on how to get involved, visit our website🔗
January 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Meet our final workshop leader, Rosie Bergonzi

Rosie is a classically trained percussionist and received an RPS ‘Trailblazer’ award in 2021 for her handpan work. Her workshop leading encourages people to find their voice, elevating minority groups who’ve historically been overlooked.
December 16, 2024 at 12:08 PM
A HUGE thank you to everyone who has donated to our Big Give #ChristmasChallenge you've helped us reach our target!

The money we've raised will enable us to produce our projects in 2025, meaning more children will experience the benefits of music-making and the joy of singing🎶
December 9, 2024 at 12:53 PM
We're 63% of the way to our campaign target, with just over 4 days to go

Thank you so much to everyone who has donated so far, we are so grateful for your support.

Help us reach our target: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
December 6, 2024 at 10:22 AM
Our Chief Executive & Artistic Director, Sarah Gee, talks to us about our Big Give Christmas Challenge. Join us in making a difference for the children of Tower Hamlets and have your donation doubled today
December 4, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Our Big Give Christmas Challenge is open! Donations made between now and 10th Dec can be doubled thanks to support from The Childhood Trust

Help us on our mission to make music education accessible to children from all backgrounds - donate today bit.ly/biggivespits...

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December 3, 2024 at 12:01 PM
A glimpse of last week's incredible Primary Big Sing, bringing together over 200 children. Such amazing musical talent and infectious energy!

A special thank you to Anna Pool for her brilliant commission, supported by the NMC New Music Commission Fund

📸James Berry
December 2, 2024 at 1:24 PM
One week to go! Our biggest fundraising campaign of the year, the Big Give Christmas Challenge, starts soon - raising money for our youth singing projects

📆 From Dec 3rd-10th, every donation made through the Big Give will be doubled

Learn more: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
November 26, 2024 at 10:33 AM
We're pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Addyman as our new Chair of Trustees

Read more about Nick and his vision for the future of Spitalfields Music here: spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/nick-addyman...
November 22, 2024 at 11:03 AM
Hello Bluesky! We’re Spitalfields Music, a creative charity in East London, which started in 1976. Every summer, we run an annual festival in venues across Spitalfields and beyond, alongside our year-round Creative Leadership and Neighbourhood Schools programmes.
November 19, 2024 at 12:03 PM