Groups
1) Coventry Music Orchestra
View full details of Coventry Music OrchestraJoin our Project Orchestra music group for our more advanced players.
Please note your music teacher or group leader will let you know when you are ready to join this group.
Sign up for to join the orchestra here
2) Coventry String Orchestra
View full details of Coventry String OrchestraThe String Orchestra is a friendly and ambitious ensemble for string players (violin, viola, cello or double bass).
Members are drawn from a range of primary and secondary schools in the city, and are at levels from grade 2 to grade 6.
Repertoire is varied,and we play regular live concerts both as a group and as part of the larger Coventry Music concert series.
3) Junior Wind/Brass Group
View full details of Junior Wind/Brass GroupA group for beginner wind and brass players to learn to play in a group setting. A chance to make new friends and meet other wind and brass players, learn new skills and perform live.
Sign up for Beginner Brass & Woodwind group here
Why not also attend our Sparks Music Group to extend your learning and have more fun.
4) Little Notes
View full details of Little NotesMusic groups for early years children
Come and join us for weekly Fun which is free & full of music for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers along with their parents/carers.
NEW TERM STARTS 11TH SEPTEMBER
PLEASE NOTE VENUE CHANGE FOR 2026/27
Each week will be a joyful musical journey led by an Early Years Music Specialist. These engaging sessions are designed to support positive relationships, early development and plenty of smiles- all through music!
No sign up needed, just turn up and join in
Email us at music@coventry.gov.uk for more information
5) Live on Stage
View full details of Live on StageAllowing young musicians to form Rock Bands, develop song writing skills, learn about the music industry and take part in live performances.
Full course details can be found here
To sign up please complete this online form here
Courses run from September until July.
If you would like to register your interest for the next available course - starting in Sep 2026 please contact us at music@coventry.gov.uk
6) Phoenix Rising CiC Band
View full details of Phoenix Rising CiC BandMusic group for young people ages 12 to 17 who are currently in care.
The band is a great opportunity to make music together, meet new people, build your confidence and have fun!
You don't need to be an expert. just bring your enthusiasm and love of music!We are especially looking for young people who play either guitar, keyboard por drums or who are currently having lessons on these instruments.
If you areeligible and interested in joining the band or would like to come along to a practice to have a look.please contact katy Dolden - katy.dolden@coventry.gov.uk
7) Singing Sparks! @Albany (Formerly Junior Voices Choir)
View full details of Singing Sparks! @Albany (Formerly Junior Voices Choir)This is a choir primarily aimed at KS2 pupils aged 7 to 11 (we can be flexible on age, depending on circumstances)
Do you love to sing with friends?
Are you aged between 7-11?
Come along and join our Singing Sparks! group at the Albany
This choir gives you the chance to develop your vocal technique while exploring a wide range of music styles, old and new! The emphasis is always on having fun, and no auditions or previous experience is required.
We have regular performance opportunities and, over the past 2 years, have performed at Warwick Arts Centre, Drapers' Hall, Methodist Central Hall, Broadgate Pop-up Stage - where will our singing take us next?
Join us for weekly rehearsals on a Tuesday evening.
Sign up for Singing Sparks! @ Albany here
8) Singing Sparks! Group at St Annes
View full details of Singing Sparks! Group at St AnnesA new beginner singing group for children aged 7-11. Come along and have some fun singing with your friends.
Everyone welcome. Sign up online here
9) Singing Sparks! Group at Templars
View full details of Singing Sparks! Group at TemplarsA brand new beginner singing group for children aged 7-11.
Come along and have some fun singing with your friends.
Everyone welcome.
10) Singing Sparks! Group at Whoberley Hall
View full details of Singing Sparks! Group at Whoberley HallA brand new beginner singing group for children aged 7-11.
Come along and have some fun singing with your friends. Everyone welcome.
11) SoundLab-Cov
View full details of SoundLab-CovCoventry's Centre for creative music making...
SoundLab is a centre for creative music making in partnership with the Coventry Music and Coventry University. The vision is to create a space for all young people to be creative in their music making, whilst seeking diversity in musical genre, pathway to music instruments, vocal styles and culture. Removing the barriers to enable all who wish to engage the opportunity to do so. SoundLab-Cov is for 11-18 year olds, who have a range of musical interests and styles including spoken word, dance, electronic, jazz, classical and more.
- it is open to young people who play an instrument, create digital beats/music and those who sing, rap or create spoken word.
- At SoundLab-Cov you'll work with a team of professional musicians, with guest artists and performance opportunities across the year.
- If you are aged between 11-18 and would like to make music with our SoundLab-Cov team, there's still space to join our Coventry sessions!
12) Sparks! @ Holy Family
View full details of Sparks! @ Holy FamilyCome and join our friendly sparks groups and enjoy making music together. Open to all levels and abailities
13) Sparks! @Albany
View full details of Sparks! @AlbanyDo you play an instrument? Are you interested in joining a group of musicians?
Join our beginner mixed music group -SPARKS, which rehearses every Tuesday at the Albany Theatre
Open to all children aged 7 and up, an instrument and of any ability - even if you have only played for a month!
Sign up for Sparks! @Albany
Check our website for other Sparks! groups running across the city...
14) Sparks! @Ravensdale
View full details of Sparks! @RavensdaleSparks! @Ravensdale is a wind and Brass band based at Ravendale Primary School for all beginners - Key Stage 2 and above. New members all welcome come along and have a trial lesson with us, we would love to see you.
If you are interested in joining this group please register your interest online
sign up for Sparks! @Ravensdale here.
15) Sparks! @StLaurences
View full details of Sparks! @StLaurencesDo you play an instrument? Are you interested in joining a group of musicians?
Sparks! is a beginner mixed music group based at St Laurence Primary School for all beginners - Key Stage 2 and above, any instrument and of any ability - even if you have only played for a month!
New members always welcome come along and have a trial lesson with us, we would love to see you.
16) Sparks!@CliffordBridge
View full details of Sparks!@CliffordBridgeCome and join our friendly sparks groups and enjoy making music together. Open to all levels and abailities
Sign up here
17) Steel Pan Music group
View full details of Steel Pan Music groupCome and join us for a fun friendly session learning to play steelpan with other young people. Learn something new and make wonderful music. Everyone welcome. Why not come and have a go!
Have a listen to a couple of tracks you could soon be learning to play!
18) Swan Youth Orchestra
View full details of Swan Youth OrchestraRegional Youth Orchestra
The music services of Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire are delighted to invite students to take part in a high quality orchestral experience.
The Regional Orchestra is intended for high quality young musicians up to the age of 19 and we expect that woodwind, brass and percussion players will be of Grade 5 standard or above.
The Regional Orchestra meet several times a year and we are delighted to be working in partnership with the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, the Warwick Arts Centre and the Warwick Schools Foundation.
Our aim is to give as many students as possible a high-quality orchestral experience.
our next event on 29th/30th April has unfortunately been cancelled. Look out for our next meeting coming soon.
19) Youth Project Choir
View full details of Youth Project ChoirFree choir for young people aged 11 - 15
- Have Fun exploring rich harmonies, big sounds and showcasing moments that feel special
- Perform share the experience of performing to audiences with other musicians
- Build Confidence in storytelling and stage presence through show-stopping performances