--- title: "Northumberland Music Workshop Day" url: "https://svf.org.uk/news/2026-01-28-northumberland-music-workshop-day" school: "Seaton Valley Federation" --- # Northumberland Music Workshop Day ![Image of Northumberland Music Workshop Day](https://files.schudio.com/seaton-valley-federation/images/news/March-28th-Music-Workshop.jpeg) 28 January 2026 Taking place on Saturday the 28th of March at **Ponteland High School**, the workshop is ideal for pupils who enjoy playing or singing, giving them a chance to build ensemble skills, musicianship and performance confidence. *"Great opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, enjoy celebrating their talents together and making lovely memories."* *"It was absolutely BRILLIANT!"* *Feedback from Rockin' & Reeling Workshop March 2025* **About the day** - A full programme of specialist sectional rehearsals (10:30am - 4:00pm) - Sessions led by experienced tutors across instrumental and vocal disciplines - Opportunities to rehearse and perform alongside other young musicians from across the county - Suitable for a wide range of abilities Sectional workshops available on the day include: - **Beginner Orchestra** *with Mrs Hedley and Mr Robinson* - **Intermediate Orchestra** *with Mrs Chinery and Mr Francis* - **Advanced Orchestra** *with Mrs Stephenson and Miss Hetherington* - **Guitar Ensemble** *with Mr Robertson* - **Percussion Ensemble** *with Mr Doyle* - **Choir** *with Ms Hewison & Mr Burns* These sessions are based on [Northumberland County ensembles](https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.northumberland.gov.uk%2feducation-skills%2fnorthumberland-music%2fmusic-groups-ensembles-workshops&c=E,1,xxUzsVvr0jP1KzLkKjRHR--uLckX0GcdwXujSa1aHvLssX5DvJv4OMJ5vZVJV17dS7aMVPpx9JWIMNKYjt7KDBwa5REVqPnn2i7SHfLjCNnGltRv&typo=1), offering pupils valuable insight into pathway ensembles and future progression opportunities. **Event details** - **Date:** Saturday 28th of March 2026 - **Venue Address:** Ponteland High School, The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland, NE20 9EG - **Start time:** 10:30am - **Concert for parents:** 3:00pm arrival with a 3:15pm start - **End time:** 4:00pm - **Location:** Ponteland High School - **Ages:** 7 - 18 (sessions grouped by age and experience) - **Cost:** £15.00 per child - *£12.50 for Northumberland Music ensemble members* - *Subsidised places are available for those who need them* **Booking information** To confirm your child’s place, please complete the registration form and make payment via the link below. Your child cannot attend any activities unless the form has been completed and submitted. ![????](https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/16.0/1f517/32.png) [https://forms.office.com/e/Jb2je68Lui](https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fforms.office.com%2fe%2fJb2je68Lui&c=E,1,V9wK1YG3cjRqLm_hk9eeBhIvVAgPR-NayCw_E9KLEejO1X3JLM-DwtWd2gHL8StT9m0PLM82tOyk8JHyhP3pACaEpSncurWixYSASJ60uulYIuCX&typo=1) You can find further information about the county ensembles here: ![????](https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/16.0/1f449/32.png) [https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/education-skills/northumberland-music/music-groups-ensembles-workshops](https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.northumberland.gov.uk%2feducation-skills%2fnorthumberland-music%2fmusic-groups-ensembles-workshops&c=E,1,JWCtweFRXzSmunJxHNgLXJ9cV3ppUpJSgP4-59xjI0FU2JJXLbTKYnMZLxIUYWBco7gPx7e5tyQ5zCz_Wr-VeCkt972sXovksYKtaGiTBE_LvMT--mBtEcw,&typo=1) [SSMS](https://svf.org.uk/news/tag/ssms) [WMS](https://svf.org.uk/news/tag/wms) [SVHS](https://svf.org.uk/news/tag/svhs) [ FREE Kids Camps February Half Term](https://svf.org.uk/news/2026-01-27-free-kids-camps-february-half-term) [Key Stage 2 Stars of the Week ](https://svf.org.uk/news/2026-01-30-key-stage-2-stars-of-the-week) ![Seaton Valley Federation](https://files.schudio.com/seaton-valley-federation/images/logo/SeatonValley_Logo(2).png) #### Seaton Valley Federation Prospect Avenue Seaton Delaval Northumberland NE25 0FW 0191 2371505 #### Useful Links: - [News](https://svf.org.uk/news) - [Contact Us](https://svf.org.uk/contact-us) - [Events](https://svf.org.uk/events) - [Vacancies](https://svf.org.uk/job-vacancies) #### More Links: - [Calendar](https://svf.org.uk/calendar) - [School Email](https://sites.google.com/achs.svf.org.uk/launchpad-selection) - [My Child at School](https://svf.org.uk/my-child-at-school) - [Term Dates](https://svf.org.uk/term-dates) #### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Seaton-Valley-Federation-of-Schools-103527542434937) - [X](https://twitter.com/@seatonvalleyfed) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/seatonvalleyfed) © Copyright 2018–2026 Seaton Valley Federation School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://svf.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)