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Here you’ll find the latest stories, event highlights, and updates from our tutors, students, and schools across the county. From concert announcements and workshop roundups to success stories and new initiatives, our news page celebrates the people and projects that keep music thriving in Shropshire.
Check back regularly to see what’s new, and discover how music continues to inspire, connect, and bring our community together.
Shropshire Music Service is proud to celebrate the achievements of former student Evie, whose musical journey began with us at the age of seven and has grown into a remarkable and inspiring career. Evie first picked up the violin through SMS lessons at her primary school and quickly discovered a love for ensemble playing. She […]
The St Lawrence C of E Primary School Singing Club lit up Church Stretton this week with a joyful performance at the town’s Christmas Light Switch On. The pupils sang to a packed audience of parents, families, and the wider community, filling the evening with festive spirit and plenty of smiles. SMS teacher Mrs Allen […]
What a magical day of music and community spirit at Welshampton Village Hall, where the pupils of Welshampton C of E Primary School lit up the room with their beautiful singing. Their Christmas performance brought families, friends, and neighbours together in a heartwarming celebration of joy, togetherness, and festive cheer. A special highlight of the performance came from three […]
There’s something truly special about the sound of young musicians discovering their rhythm – and at Myddle CE Primary School and Nursery, Rhino Class has been doing just that! As part of Shropshire Music Service’s Whole Class Instrumental Teaching, every pupil in Rhino Class has been learning to play the recorder and the Toot – an easy-to-play beginner wind instrument that helps children […]
Lights, Camera, Action! Shropshire Music Service brought together a brilliant mix of young musicians on 22 November 2025 for an exciting photo shoot designed to celebrate the talent, energy and diversity of our students. The images will take centre stage on our brand new website (this one!), showcasing real pupils from across the county and […]
Shropshire Music Service donates Soundbeam class kit to Severndale Specialist Academy Shropshire Music Service has donated a Soundbeam class kit to Severndale Specialist Academy in Shrewsbury, giving young people with physical differences the chance to create music through movement. The gift marks a significant step in improving musical access for pupils with additional needs and […]
Shropshire Music Service took live performance on the road again this November with its annual Live Music Week tour. Staff travelled across the county to share the excitement of real music played by real musicians, bringing professional performances straight into school halls in every region of Shropshire. Live Music Week gives children and young people […]
Pupils at Myddle CE Primary School are enjoying an exciting step forward in their Whole Class Instrumental lessons thanks to support from the DfE Music Hub capital grant. This investment has allowed Shropshire Music Service to introduce a new collection of beginner instruments, including the TooT, a fun and accessible starter flute designed especially for […]
Here’s Kate from SMS at New Fairholme Coverage Care Services with Liz the activities manager, all dressed up and ready to celebrate their 50s themed week, … Singing for the Brain – Rocking Around the Clock at New Fairholme Shropshire Music Service (SMS) and Coverage Care Services are continuing to strike the perfect chord with […]