Skip to content
Communicate the value and impact of what you do, explain your work, sell your services

PODCAST [40] Evidencing music education’s impact using local authority & music service data, with James Dickinson, Head of Hull Music Service and hub lead

Words: James Dickison, Head of Hull Music Service and East Riding, north and north east Lincolnshire Music Education Hub

Anita Holford talks with James Dickinson, head of Hull Music Service, which is part of the local authority and also lead for the new music education hub covering Hull, East Riding, north and northeast Lincolnshire. They discuss how the music service is partnering with the local authority to use data to explore the impact of music on attainment. They also discuss how the service is using an annual impact report to engage partners, supporters and staff with the bigger picture around their value and impact.

Read More

PODCAST [38] A new music and leadership course driven by young people’s musical passions, with James McPherson

Man with short brown hair, large glasses and a white shirt. Description in lettering to the left: James McPherson, Music Leaders UK, The Music Works

Anita Holford talks with James McPherson, Managing Director Music Leaders UK, a new music course and award for secondary school age students. The downturn in numbers of young people pursuing music in schools and other settings is a worrying trend, particularly in the UK. The award aims to address this, by acknowledging learners’ own musical passions and interests while also developing their interpersonal and leadership skills.

Read More

Could we help you or your organisation?

Need a freelance writer, freelance editor, or communications support
for your organisation? Get in touch to talk further and/or get a quote.