Get involved

Join in

We meet on Wednesday evenings in term-time, and always welcome new members! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, you’ll be very welcome.

Each week we learn a song or tune from one of our members. We’ll support you to join in as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Check out the latest venue information and term dates on our home page.

Training

Music Leadership Training

Are you a musician who wants to build your confidence and expand your skills as a music leader? Join Starling Sessions Artistic Directors Lauren Spiceley and John Ruddock for this free six week training course in music group leadership. The course is informed by the methodology and principles used in Starling Sessions and topics covered will include the fundamental skills you need to run a successful workshop, facilitating peer to peer learning, playing by ear, working with multicultural groups, and more.

  • Build your confidence as a workshop leader with practical skills and experience

  • Understand the "why" behind the methods

  • Learn the community building magic of peer to peer learning

  • Grow your music leader connections in a supportive group setting

  • Whilst all 6 workshops are designed as a course you can pick and choose the best topics for you

  • 1:1 mentoring offered alongside the workshops

  • FREE of charge - your place is paid by public funding

Find out more

Volunteer with us

Starling Sessions only keeps going thanks to our wonderful volunteers. We are always looking for people to donate their time and expertise, whether it’s web design, organising community events, or doing a shift selling raffle tickets. If you’d like to help, we’d like to hear from you - just get in touch.

You can also find details of some of our specific opportunities below:

  • We’re currently looking for volunteer music tutors in any instrument or voice. You don’t need to be a professional tutor. We’re looking for musicians with a passion for inclusion, who can support beginners to access our group sessions. If you’re interested in this opportunity, contact us for a chat and to find out more.