Voice For Youth - Shape the Future of Music Education

Voice For Youth – Help Shape the Future of Music Education in Sheffield

• Date: Thursday 18th March
• Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
• For ages: 14–18

Voice For Youth is back!

We want young people in Sheffield to have a say in what they want from music education in our city.

After two successful and informative Voice For Youth events during the 2024/25 academic year, we are excited to bring the programme back for 2026/27.

Voice for Youth is a youth-led event for young people aged 14 - 18 that gives them a platform to share their views and tell us what they want from music education in Sheffield. The aim is to create a space where young voices help shape the decisions we make.

Find out what has been put in place as a result of Voice For Youth

We're proud to say that we've already acted on a huge amount of feedback from young people. The initiatives below were all developed directly in response to suggestions and ideas shared at previous Voice For Youth events:

• Mentoring Scheme – Connecting young musicians with experienced mentors who can support them throughout their musical journey, including exploring pathways into the music industry.
• Work Experience Programme – This programme offers young people hands-on experience in music education here at Sheffield Music Hub.
• Student Roles at Learn to Play – Older students supported younger children at instrument stalls, helping them explore and try out new instruments.
• Young Producers at the Spring Gala Concert – Young people taking on behind-the-scenes roles such as Stage Management Assistants, Audio Visual Assistants, and Social Media/Comms Assistants. The Young Producers Programme is continuing into the 2026 - 2027 academic year.

Co-leads wanted!

We are looking for two young co-leads to help shape and steer the next phase of Voice For Youth.

As a co-lead, this is your chance to take a leading role in shaping the structure and vision for the event. You will work alongside Heather Burge and Rory Evans to plan the conversation topics and take a leading role in aspects such as marketing, event planning and logistics.

This is a voluntary role and may be ideal for someone interested in a future in the music sector. 

The commitment: We are looking for young people between the ages of 14 and 19. You will need to be involved in monthly steering meetings with the option to take on more active work if desired. These will be planned around your timetable and may be held either in person or online.

Click here to apply!

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday 23rd September 5pm