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Music School trips

Engage and inspire your music students

How can schools arrange music trips in the UK to explore performance, composition, and history?

Music educational visits include concerts, instrument workshops, and recording studios - boosting listening, creation, and appreciation skills.

A well planned musical trip here in the UK to places like London and Edinburgh, or to an exciting European city such as Vienna, Rome or Paris, is both rewarding and inspiring. A fantastic way to motivate your music students, and to give them new confidence. With opportunities to perform live music and to watch and learn from other performers, school music trip experiences are invaluable.

World Music Day | June 2026

World Music Day on 21 June 2026 celebrates every type of sound under the sun, and it is brilliant for getting kids making noise in the best possible way. From African drumming workshops to sessions on ancient Mayan rhythms, we have UK school trips and school based workshops that introduce students to many forms of music. Instrument making, live performances, creative radio, music in culture, there is something for every learning objective and key stage. Pupils who think they're "not musical" often discover hidden talents during these days. If you are planning something to celebrate World Music Day in 2026, take a look below and book your event today!

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Whether you are looking for concert music, performing arts or theatre trips, we can offer you music themed attractions, or city centre accommodation for over night stays close to music venues and theatres for school group choirs and orchestras. Alternatively why not consider having a music themed workshops visit your school. We have a selection of music school trip ideas below, or fill in the purple form to get itinerary suggestions and quotes for your next music trip.

Find a school trip or workshop for the following Music topics: Composing Music, Listening to Music, Music History, Musical Notation, Playing Musical Instruments, Singing, and more.

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Popular school workshop May 2026 !

Delia Derbyshire Day

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apple icon Subjects: Citizenship, Music, Science, Physics, SEN


We support inclusive music education that is culturally relevant to most young people; we help a wider range of children access participation in music and composition, without them needing to have had music tuition. We therefore help you cover the music curriculum eg. composition, appraisal of music...

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Delia Derbyshire Day
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We support inclusive music education that is culturally relevant to most young people; we help a wider range of children access participation in music and composition, without them needing to have had...
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Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre
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Music workshops include composition, recording and performance. Rather than simply learning to perform a piece of music, students use creative writing to express feelings and emotions, explore stories...
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Indian Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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Flamenco Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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Music, Drama & Preformance Workshops
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Our workshops align with the Music curriculum by teaching rhythm, vocal techniques, and creative composition through beatboxing, rap, and lyric writing. Students develop listening skills, musicality,...
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School of Noise
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The workshops can help start or end a topic relating to sound and music. Our cross-curricular activities will help pupils to see links between subjects. For example, when learning about the...
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Musicals Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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School Of Noise online
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The workshops can help start or end a topic relating to sound and music. Our cross-curricular activities will help pupils to see links between subjects. For example, when learning about the...
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African Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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International & Multicultural Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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World Multicultural dance workshops
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Our workshops help pupils develop strong ears for sounds and beats exploring the musicality and rhythm of movement. The Multicultural dance styles are tailor-made for all year groups enhancing their music skills.
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Carnival Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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World Book Day Dance Workshops
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We explore the rhythm of the music for the chosen style and the dance steps delivered are broken down into manageable chunks, building on the choreography.
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Vikings, Valkyries and Valhalla - Victorious in defeat
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The wonderful thing about music is that somewhere every piece you have ever heard means something to someone. It invokes feelings and humans have been attempting to tame and train it to their...
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Chinese dance workshops - Year of the Goat 2027
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Exploring the rhythm of the music: You're taking the time to analyze the rhythm and tempo of the chosen music. This helps you understand the underlying structure of the music and how you can use it to...
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Dance through the Decades Dance workshops
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we will explore how music and dance have evolved and intertwined through the decades. Music and dance have always been closely connected, with rhythms and melodies inspiring movement and expression in...
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Brazilian Carnival Samba Dance workshops
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Carnival dance and music in school activities can be a fun and engaging way to introduce pupils to diverse cultures and traditions while also promoting creativity, teamwork, and physical activity....
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World War 2
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At the end of the workshop if time permits the children will experience a taste of WW2 songs that were sung to keep the spirits high and to entertain each other. A sing a long will be encouraged enabling the children to taste the sort of songs that were sung.
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West End Workshops
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Theatre Workout's Musical Theatre workshops help students to better understand the genre of musical theatre, and the impact of music in performance. Working with industry professionals, these...
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World War 1
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At the end of the workshop if time permits the children will experience a taste of a WW1 song that the soldiers would be heard singing as they marched off to the front. A sing a long will be encouraged enabling the children to get a taste of the songs they sung.
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Music Performing Arts School Trips - Frequently Asked Questions

9 March 2026

Why go on music performing arts trips?
Live shows are an amazing experience that bring music and stage performance to life. Plus, taking part in these trips helps students build their skills and get inspired by real performances, all while exploring their creativity.

Music performing arts workshop or experience a show?
It depends what you're after! Workshops are hands-on and perfect for practice, usually costing between £200 and £500. Shows are great for watching and enjoying professional performances, giving students a taste of the real stage.

Are there any free music performing arts options?
Absolutely! Many local concerts and outdoor performances in parks are free to attend, making it easy to access live music without extra cost.

What are the top 10 music performing arts school trips?
According to arts teachers (2026), some of the best include visiting a Concert Hall, taking part in in-school workshops, exploring the Theatre, watching Ballet, experiencing opera, attending festivals or symphonies.

1. Royal Albert Hall
2. In-school performing arts workshops
3. National Theatre
4. Scottish Ballet
5. Welsh Opera
6. Manchester Halls
7. Local theatres
8. Edinburgh Festivals
9. Birmingham Symphony
10. Outdoor concerts

Are there music performing arts trips suitable for SEND students?
Yes, many venues are relaxed and inclusive, with workshops designed to involve everyone. Use instruments and planned participation to ensure all students can enjoy and engage in the experience.

What’s the budget for music performing arts trips?
You can find free options like concerts and local performances, with minimal travel costs (£3-£10 per child). Tickets for shows are usually £10-£25, workshops range from £200 to £500, and residential trips are about £150 to £280 per child. There are also arts grants available to help cover costs.


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