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What a start. Our very first Saturday Strings session was incredible — energy, focus, teamwork and the beginnings of a real ensemble sound in just one morning. The children threw […]

Spring Into Conducting 2026 – A Week to Remember What an extraordinary week we shared at Da Capo. Our inaugural Spring Into Conducting course, led by the wonderful Robert Houlihan,

We’re delighted to be welcoming professional harpist Jess Hughes to Da Capo for a limited number of complimentary Harp Introduction Sessions on 11–12 March. If you’ve ever been curious about

We’re delighted to be taking a team of students from Da Capo Academy to take part in the National Children’s Orchestras’ new programme, which brings together young musicians from across

Some of our adult learners gave a concert at Les Charrières Care Home this weekend, and it was a really lovely afternoon of music. It was great to see residents

Well done to everyone who came along to try out some instruments – or have a go at something they used to play! We’d like to say a massive thanks

Another chance to pop along and have a go at an instrument! The whole family is welcome to come along, but we’re especially keen to encourage adults to take up

We had a really great time welcoming families for our taster event on Saturday. It was wonderful to see so many children and adults getting involved and trying instruments. Thank

Spring Term begins next week We’re looking forward to welcoming students back to Da Capo Academy as the Spring Term begins from Monday 12 January. Lessons, ensembles and rehearsals will

Open to students of all ages – including adults!Come along and try out a range of instruments, including: TrumpetTromboneEuphoniumFluteSaxophoneClarinetRecorder Meet our friendly, fully qualified tutors and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly