Music Centres
Music Centres
Your musical journey can start here
Whether you are just starting to learn an instrument, developing your skills through school, or already confident as a musician or singer, our Music Centres give you the opportunity to keep playing, keep learning and keep performing.
Music Centres are welcoming, inclusive and completely FREE to attend in 2026/27.
Across Lincolnshire, young people can join ensembles, bands, orchestras, choirs and specialist groups, meet other young musicians and develop their skills alongside experienced and inspiring tutors.
And it doesn’t stop there.
Music Centres are part of a wider musical progression pathway, helping young people to continue their musical journey and discover where music can take them.
Where could your musical journey take you?
Keep learning and developing
Want to get better at your instrument or singing?
Music Centres provide opportunities to rehearse and perform regularly, develop musicianship, learn new repertoire and build confidence alongside other young people.
As you progress, there are opportunities to explore different ensembles, musical styles and levels of challenge.
You don’t have to be an expert to join. There are opportunities for young people at different ages, stages and levels of experience.
Play or sing with other young people
Making music with other people is at the heart of our Music Centres.
You could join a:
- choir or vocal group
- orchestra
- concert band
- jazz ensemble
- big band
- rock or pop group
- specialist or development ensemble
- musical theatre project
- workshop or specialist music session
There are opportunities across Lincolnshire, so you can find a group that suits your interests, your instrument and your level of experience.
Perform in concerts and events
Music Centres give young people opportunities to perform in front of an audience.
Throughout the year, our young musicians take part in concerts, showcases, festivals and special events across Lincolnshire.
These performances are an important part of developing confidence, musicality and teamwork — and they create memories that young people can carry with them for years to come.
Perform beyond Lincolnshire
Your musical journey doesn’t have to stop at the county boundary.
Lincolnshire Music Service young musicians have opportunities to take part in regional and national events, festivals and performances.
Our ensembles have performed at major venues and national events, giving young people the chance to represent Lincolnshire, meet other young musicians and experience performing on a much bigger stage.
Recent opportunities have included performances at the Music for Youth National Festival and appearances at major regional music festivals.
Who knows where your music might take you next?
Take your music further
For young people who want to develop their skills further, there are opportunities to progress into larger and more advanced ensembles.
There are opportunities across orchestral, wind, brass, jazz and other musical styles.
For some young people, this can be the next step towards studying music, performing at a higher level or simply achieving something they never imagined they could.
But everyone’s journey will be different.
You might stay in a local ensemble because you love playing with your friends. You might discover a new style of music. You might develop the confidence to perform solo. Or you might discover that music becomes something you want to pursue in the future.
There is no right way to progress — the important thing is to keep making music.
And it’s completely FREE
Music Centres are FREE for all children and young people in 2026/27.
We want cost to be no barrier to taking part in music outside school.
That means young people can access regular ensemble opportunities, rehearsals, concerts, events and progression opportunities without paying a Music Centre membership fee.
Find your local Music Centre
We currently have Music Centres serving communities across:
Select your nearest Music Centre above for more information:
Most Music Centres meet weekly, although arrangements vary between centres.
Choose your local Music Centre to find out:
- what groups are available
- when and where they meet
- which instruments and voices are welcome
- what level of experience you need
- how to join
Come and make music with us
You don’t have to know exactly where your musical journey is going to take you.
Just take the next step.
Find your local Music Centre and discover what’s possible.
Music Centre Member Guidelines
We’re very proud of our ensembles and want everyone to enjoy making music with their friends in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. These guidelines help Music Centre members look after themselves and one another and make the most of their time with us.
Allergy Awareness Agreement
Helping us understand and manage allergies so everyone can participate safely.
Code of Conduct – Music Centres
Our shared expectations for creating a positive, respectful and welcoming Music Centre environment.
Mobile Phone Use
Guidance to help young people use mobile phones appropriately and safely during Music Centre activities.
