musicleader west midlands networking presentation

Networking EventTuesday 29th June 2010

Who are we?

Funded by Youth Music, MusicLeader is a unique national network which supports the

development of the music leading workforce, equipping it with the knowledge and

skills required by employers.

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

What we do

Our aim is to ‘raise the quality, value and impact of music leadership in the UK’.

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

We provide 3 key services:

•Information, advice & guidance (IAG)

•Training & networking opportunities

•Online resources (www.MusicLeader.net)

Who do we work with?

MusicLeader works with any individual

or organisation interested in using

music to advance the personal or

professional development of others.

Instrumental teachers, school music

teachers, community musicians,

trainers, workshop leaders,

organisations…The list goes on!

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

Where does music leadership occur?

Schools, youth centres, community

centres, arts organisations, hospitals,

nurseries, prisons, festivals, conferences,

at home, online…The list goes on!

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

Identifying the needs of the workforce

•The CPD message – why is it important?

•Identifying skills gaps

•Career paths & routes to employment

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

Our Services: IAG

•DNA – Development Needs Analysis

•Start Up

•Phone / email support

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

“It was a really useful session for me, it’s great to have someone help you decide what to do next.”

Richard, Classical Vocalist and Teacher

Our Services: Training & Networking

•Available in each region

•A wide range of CPD opportunities from

MusicLeader and other organisations

•What CPD is right for me?

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

Our Services: Online resources

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

• News• Jobs• Training Directory• Guides• E-bulletins• Plus lots more…

www.MusicLeader.net

The Music Education Code of Practice

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

• Developed by MusicLeader and Sound Sense

• Helps to ensure music practitioners provide high quality music making and learning experiences for the people they work with.

•Provides a set of quality statements concerning all aspects of music learning

Sign up to the Code at:www.MusicLeader.net/codeofpractice

Why join MusicLeader?

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

“I get a lot of approaches from post grads for freelance work but I tell them that their first step is to join MusicLeader” Ben Mc Manus, B Arts.

“The quality of the MusicLeader’s training gives non formal work credibility.”Beth Bishop, Manchester Music Services.

“You can have a degree but you can’t necessarily teach. MusicLeader does a great job of a filling the gap.” Robin Grey, Workshop Leader.

“It’s a great place to find job opportunities and training, there is good access to support, and you meet other music leaders, get involved!” Siggy, Project manager and Music Mentor

How do I join MusicLeader?

July 1, 2010 www.MusicLeader.net

Sign up at www.MusicLeader.net

Thank you for listeningCONTACT: 0121 446 3234 E: west-midlands@musicleader.net

W:www.MusicLeader.net