ABRSM Teaching Diplomas are for all music teachers - classroom or instrumental, beginner to advanced. This session introduces the ARSM, LRSM and FRSM qualifications, covering assessment requirements and offering practical tips. Discover how these diplomas can support, recognise and celebrate your skills at every stage of your teaching journey.

This AQA session provides the latest updates on the national Curriculum and Assessment Review, with a focus on GCSE and A-level Music and Drama. It will include an overview of the interim report, key insights into the reform and subject content process, and explore future curriculum priorities for creative arts education.

The Association of British Choral Directors (ABCD) is the leading UK organisation devoted entirely to supporting those leading singing. We welcome everyone, whether you’ve just been persuaded to take over your school choir; conduct a choral society; conduct a church, chamber, or community choir; or all of the above. We’re committed to promoting, improving and maintaining opportunities for the professional development of everyone leading singing, and we run a variety of courses led by highly experienced trainers, as well as providing online resources. We also run twilight courses for teachers, designed to develop confidence, knowledge and skills with young singers.

AOTOS is the UK’s leading organisation for singing teachers. Our members are singing teachers of all styles from primary to tertiary schools and beyond. We are a charity, and our mission is to support singing teachers with easy access to the latest research in voice pedagogy and teaching pedagogy in a supportive, friendly, collaborative environment. We aim to seek best practice, share current research and to support each other as a community.

Aurora Classroom is Aurora Orchestra’s creative learning platform encompassing free digital resources for primary, secondary and SEND schools, training for teachers, and a world-class programme of live activity for children and young people.

Black Cat Music is proud to be the exclusive European Master Distributor for Wenger Corporation, supplying music and performance equipment ranging from music stands, choir and band folders, orchestra seating, staging, conductor’s equipment and instrument storage solutions to sound isolating practice rooms, and full-stage acoustic shells. All Wenger products come with a five-year guarantee. Black Cat is also the UK distributor for Studiobricks selfinstall acoustic pods, suitable for school music practice and recording spaces for various applications such as podcasting. The pods are also ideal as confidential meeting rooms, language laboratories and examination rooms. Please visit our websites: www.blackcatmusic.com www.acousticabins.com

The BKA is dedicated to the promotion of Kodály-inspired music education. Teachers are helped via live or online classes to develop skills and confidence in delivering music lessons at all levels, from early childhood, primary, secondary, higher education, and instrumental teaching. We are committed to supporting all who want to develop their own musicianship and conducting skills, beginner to advanced, with a highly enjoyable approach with amazing results. What we offer: Taster days are available in several regions; residential summer school; CPD-accredited courses; accredited foundation course; world-class British and Hungarian tutors; and extensive online bookshop offering Kodály resources.

British Suzuki Music Association is a nationwide music association that provides teacher training courses, professional development, and student lessons based on the Suzuki Method. With concerts, workshops, and events at venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Cadogan Hall, British Suzuki is a thriving organisation that offers its members the opportunity to learn and perform in fantastic concerts throughout the UK. Founded in 1978, we have a tradition of world class teachers and a legacy of internationally renowned alumni. To become a Suzuki teacher and find out more about our teacher training programme, visit our website at www.britishsuzuki.org.uk

Friday Afternoons re-connects teachers and young people with singing, through free music, quality resources and training. An evolution of Benjamin Britten’s collection of songs for schoolchildren, traditionally sung on a Friday Afternoon, it provides exciting music-making opportunities for all.

Over 70,000 teachers use Charanga’s online platform to help them teach music, and more than 2.5 million children in 64 countries enjoy a Charanga supported music lesson every week. We’re perhaps best known for providing award-winning music curricula, technology, CPD and teacher training that, together, boost music in schools. Our platform is entirely customisable, enabling teachers to create bespoke schemes of work, share projects with their students and upload their own teaching resources for use alongside ours. We also have a 25-year history of partnership working with music hubs, services, national and state governments, and others to support their ambitions for change in music education.

Clefer is a piano practice app co-developed with piano teachers to support both students and educators. It offers real-time feedback, progress tracking, a patented rhythm trainer, and guided exercises for each piece to help you build confidence and stay motivated. Whether you’re a student developing your skills or a teacher looking for support tools, Clefer provides a structured and encouraging space to grow. Designed for both acoustic and digital pianos, it works directly from your device - no cables needed. Fall deeper in love with the piano, one practice session at a time.

Collins Music publishes award-winning, inspirational resources for teachers, children and developing musicians. Browse through cross-curricular, extra curricular and instrumental favourites such as Get Set! Piano, Magic and Abracadabra, or take a look at our support for teachers with the Inspiring Ideas range, helping you to deliver lessons confidently. Collins Music is also the home of Music Express, our primary music scheme used by thousands of schools across the UK, both online and in print. Music Express is easy to use for both nonspecialist and specialist music teachers and is fully resourced for teaching curriculum music from Early Years to age 11.

Concord Theatricals Ltd. is the world’s most significant theatrical company, comprising the catalogues of R&H Theatricals, Tams-Witmark, Samuel French, Dramatists Play Service and Playscripts, plus 100 new signings each year. Our unparalleled roster includes the work of Irving Berlin, Agatha Christie, George & Ira Gershwin, James Graham, Marvin Hamlisch, Lorraine Hansberry, Kander & Ebb, Tom Kitt, Ken Ludwig, Marlow & Moss, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anaïs Mitchell, Dominique Morisseau, Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Thornton Wilder, August Wilson and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions.

With a portfolio of many world famous brands, Conn Selmer is one of the world’s leading manufacturer and distributors of musical instruments for student, amateur, and professional players. The Conn Selmer Division of Education is the industry leader in providing support and advocacy tools specifically tailored to music education. The Conn Selmer Division of Education seeks to provide resources and support to music educators worldwide. This mission is accomplished through its customized approach in supporting schools with products and services such as Cut Time, Music Professor, and Conn Selmer Institute.

With a portfolio of many world famous brands, Conn Selmer is one of the world’s leading manufacturer and distributors of musical instruments for student, amateur, and professional players. The Conn Selmer Division of Education is the industry leader in providing support and advocacy tools specifically tailored to music education. The Conn Selmer Division of Education seeks to provide resources and support to music educators worldwide. This mission is accomplished through its customized approach in supporting schools with products and services such as Cut Time, Music Professor, and Conn Selmer Institute.

The Royal Ballet and Opera Schools Programme brings the world of opera and ballet into classrooms nationwide, inspiring creativity and confidence in young people. At the heart of the programme is Create & Sing, a free, nationally available initiative that empowers teachers and pupils to explore opera through curriculum-linked classroom projects. Using specially designed resources and professional development, Create & Sing combines singing, drama, and storytelling, encouraging children to develop their own creative responses while engaging with the art form. Together, these programmes open up access to the Royal Opera House’s world-class repertoire, nurturing the next generation’s imagination and artistic voice.

Creative Spark Services Ltd are specialists in Technical Production for the Entertainment Industry, specifically for theatres, schools and venues. We offer a onestop shop solution for all of your drama and music needs, with everything from the sale of a roll of tape, to a venue upgrade or new installation. As a family run company we pride ourselves on working with each of our clients to develop a creative, resourceful, and cost-effective solution for each individual project. Looking to build long lasting relationships with all our clients putting communication and support at the forefront of everything we do.

At dabbledoo, we provide primary schools with the resources, training and support to deliver music, art and drama in the classroom. We are a team of educators, artists, musicians and designers with a passion for arts education and its potential to enrich the lives of children.

Experience the power of automated data flow, cutting-edge data analytics, and streamlined user experience all in one management system. EEPOS revolutionises everyday work in Music Services / Music Schools and allows you to focus on what really matters - the music education in itself. With EEPOS, you manage your tuitions, resources, facilities and billing with ease. EEPOS provides a mobile friendly access to fully integrated portals for teachers, students and parents. With out-of-the-box integrations into finance, payment and accountancy systems; managing the billing processes has never been simpler! EEPOS is a cloud-native Music Hub management system from Finland.

Elemental is a curriculum support platform providing examples, explanations, exercises, homework, revision, assessments and cover to reduce teacher workload and increase student learning. Elemental’s large bank of examples ensure that musical learning is always based in sound.

Gear4music was launched in 2003 and since then we've been providing musicians with instruments, equipment and more. Our mission is simple: To make it easy for people to discover, access and buy the equipment they need to create and enjoy music, utilising technology and product expertise to empower our customers.

The Get Set 4 Education platform has been created by teachers, so you can indulge in the experience of teaching our content with the confidence that progressive learning has been woven into the fabric of every unit. So much more than a scheme of work, if you need music leader resources, progression documents, singing assemblies or activities to send home, we’ve got you. When it comes to assessment, whether you choose to evidence with video, audio, images or text, find an overall music attainment grade, or add your own assessment statements, we have it covered.

Groove’n’play interactive fun and funky whole class music programmes, written and devised by composer and educationalist Sally Greaves, are high-quality curricular resources devised to support the development of a child’s musical talents and skills as performer, creator and listener. This is achieved through the scaffolded learning that groove ‘n’ play classroom programmes provide. groovenplay takes a highly collaborative, supportive, and systemic approach to working with music hubs, school classroom teachers, and instrumental tutors.

Hal Leonard Europe is part of the Hal Leonard group of companies - the world's largest source of music publications, representing many of the world's best-known and most respected publishers, artists, songwriters, arrangers and instrument manufacturers. Hal Leonard Europe publishes and distributes many of the UK's bestselling print resources for music education; is home of the new digital learning platform Hal Leonard's Music Class; distributes a range of instruments and pro audio for the classroom; and administers the UK's leading retail site for music education, Musicroom.com.

In Tune With You, a five-book inclusive and accessible piano method designed to support neurodiverse learners from the first lesson to approx Grade 2. The series focuses on musicianship, creativity and confidence alongside the physical act of learning to play the piano. A carefully graded curriculum has been designed comprising appealing tunes (in both solo and duet forms), imaginative games, simple and effective improvisations paired with some written work to enhance the student’s understanding of printed music. Alongside the method books themselves are numerous other resources to help support both the teachers and the students, including flashcards, a board game…

The ISM is the UK’s professional body for musicians and a subject association for music. They support over 11,000 members, including peripatetic, private and classroom music teachers, with a unique set of professional services. Membership includes one-to-one legal advice and representation, unpaid fees recovery, essential insurances, useful resources, a DBS checking service, awardwinning professional development, enhanced professional status, and much more. The ISM is politically and financially independent, allowing them the freedom to campaign on any issue affecting musicians and music education.

ISTA is a global arts education charity connecting educators, artists, and young people through high-quality professional learning, student events, publications, and creative partnerships. Working in over 70 countries, ISTA champions the transformative power of the arts in education and supports schools in developing creativity, collaboration, and cultural understanding.

Klangio makes music transcription effortless with state-of-the-art AI technology. Instantly convert solo performances or multi-instrument tracks into accurate sheet music and arrangements—right in your browser. Upload audio, paste a YouTube link, or record live from your computer or phone. Fine-tune transcriptions, edit sheet music or guitar tabs, and export notes in multiple formats. Focus on your creativity while Klangio does the heavy lifting—perfect for musicians, educators, and creators.

LAMDA Exams were developed by the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art to develop important life skills, such as clear communication and self confidence, through literature, drama and poetry. Offering qualifications in communication and performance, LAMDA Exams helps 100,000s of learners every year realise their potential. Their learners come from all over the world, and are from all cultures, background and abilities. There is no age limit to taking a LAMDA Exam, and there are no access requirements beyond having a passion for learning.

Since 1887, the London College of Music Examinations (LCME) has empowered individuals to unlock their creative potential through our globally recognised music, drama and communications qualifications. As the UK’s only performance exam board that’s part of a university, we blend academic excellence with real-world relevance. Our qualifications open doors to higher education, the creative industries, and a lifetime of artistic achievement. We understand that every performer’s journey is unique. That’s why we offer flexible exam formats to suit your needs. Choose from traditional in-person exams at our worldwide centres, or embrace the convenience of our digital exams. At LCME, we celebrate diversity, embrace innovation, and honour tradition with a global community united by the purpose of empowering people through performance.

Make a Memory and live your dream(coat) - that’s all we ask of you! Andrew Lloyd Webber Show Licensing is the home of LW Entertainment’s theatrical licensing activity for school, amateur and youth productions of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s world renowned catalogue of musicals, including our new range of Young Actors Editions. We pride ourselves on delivering one-to-one service for the world’s most loved musicals. Our team provides expert guidance to help you choose the best musical for your group and provide support along the way to get the most out of your show. For more information, visit us at www.alwshowlicensing.com

Specialist in selling imported reconditioned used Yamaha acoustic pianos to private buyers, wholesale, and educational sales.

The renowned higher education institute, Mountview, is proud to have launched its own examination board, Mountview Exams. Our unrivalled expertise in Musical Theatre brings a fresh approach, aiming to dismantle barriers and share our values with people of all ages and at all stages in their development. With two inspiring syllabuses offering a range of learning opportunities for solo performers and for groups, Mountview Exams brings a performer-focused approach to the forefront of our ethos. We Do Things Differently and we’re looking forward to showing you how.

Music Education Solutions® is a leading independent music education consultancy, supporting schools, teachers, music hubs, trusts, businesses, and education organisations across the UK and internationally. We provide expert-led training, consultancy, curriculum development, quality assurance, research, and strategic support designed to improve the quality and impact of music education. Our work helps educators develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to deliver outstanding music teaching and learning. Founded by experienced music education specialists, we are known for our evidence-informed approach, practical expertise, and commitment to excellence. We work with organisations of all sizes, from individual schools seeking curriculum support to national and international partners developing large-scale music education projects. Our services include professional development programmes, music curriculum design and review, school improvement support, leadership coaching, assessment guidance, resource development, and specialist consultancy for education and industry partners. We also deliver conferences, workshops, publications, and online learning opportunities that help teachers stay informed about current research and best practice. As an independent organisation, we provide objective, tailored advice that reflects the unique needs of each client. We are passionate advocates for high-quality, inclusive music education and believe that every child deserves access to meaningful musical experiences delivered by confident, well-supported teachers. Our philosophy is simple: music education is important and should be delivered well. Visit us to discover how Music Education Solutions can support your school, organisation, or business in raising standards, developing practice, and creating lasting impact through music education.

Music for Life is a multi-award-winning, not-for-profit music education organisation dedicated to making high-quality musical opportunities accessible to children and young people. Working in partnership with schools, families, communities and professional musicians, Music for Life delivers instrumental and vocal tuition, whole-class music programmes, ensembles, clubs, workshops and performance opportunities to thousands of pupils across the UK. Its mission is simple: to inspire a lifelong love of music while helping every child realise their potential through creative expression, confidence building and personal achievement. At the heart of Music for Life's approach is the belief that music should be accessible to all, regardless of background or circumstance. The organisation works closely with schools to remove barriers to participation, offering flexible lesson programmes, pupil premium support and tailored solutions that meet the needs of individual school communities. By combining educational excellence with a strong social purpose, Music for Life has built a reputation as a trusted partner for schools and families alike. A key strength of Music for Life is its network of highly skilled and experienced music tutors. These professional musicians and educators deliver engaging lessons that are tailored to each student's goals, whether they are learning for enjoyment, preparing for examinations, participating in ensembles or considering future study in music. Alongside individual musical development, pupils gain valuable life skills including resilience, discipline, teamwork, communication and self-confidence. To support its continued growth and enhance the experience for schools, parents, pupils and tutors, Music for Life has developed MfL Encore, an innovative digital platform designed specifically for music education management. MfL Encore serves as a central hub that streamlines communication, administration and lesson management, creating a more connected and efficient experience for everyone involved. Through MfL Encore, parents can easily book lessons, manage enrolments, access important information and receive updates about their child's musical journey. Schools benefit from simplified administration, improved reporting and greater visibility of the music provision taking place within their setting. Tutors can manage lesson schedules, attendance records, pupil progress and communications through a single, user-friendly system. The UK developed platform has been developed in direct response to the challenges often faced within school music provision. Traditional systems can be fragmented, relying on multiple spreadsheets, emails and paper-based processes. MfL Encore brings everything together in one secure and accessible environment, reducing administrative workload and allowing more time to focus on teaching and learning. Beyond administration, MfL Encore supports Music for Life's wider vision of creating a seamless and engaging musical journey for every student. The platform helps celebrate achievements, track progress and strengthen connections between tutors, schools and families. By providing clear communication and easy access to information, it ensures that all stakeholders remain informed and involved in a pupil's musical development. Together, Music for Life and MfL Encore represent a modern approach to music education: combining outstanding teaching, strong partnerships and innovative technology to deliver meaningful musical experiences. Music for Life and MfL Encore provide the expertise, infrastructure and passion required to help every learner thrive through music.

Music Made Easy helps primary teachers deliver confident, creative music lessons—no specialist training required. Our ready-to-use resources cover singing, instruments, composition, and music history, all structured by year group and topic with clear planning and assessment tools. Music Made Easy also supports cross-curricular learning, linking music with subjects like history, geography, and science. Whether you’re new to teaching music or looking to refresh your approach, visit our stand to explore sample packs, chat with the team, and discover how we can support your school’s curriculum. Simple, accessible, effective music teaching for every primary classroom.

Music Mark is a membership organisation, Subject Association, and an Arts Council England Investment Principles Support Organisation (IPSO) advocating for excellent musical learning in and out of school.

Music Practice Books Publishing is an independent UK publisher dedicated to helping musicians develop effective practice habits. We create practical resources for students, teachers, schools, music services and professional musicians, with a focus on supporting consistent musical progress through thoughtful, high-quality products.

The Music Teachers’ Association is the largest and longest established association of music teachers in the UK, supporting all who are connected with a school music department. It is the mission of the Music Teachers’ Association to provide first-class training, support, and networking opportunities to all those who work in music education. Through our outstanding publications, annual conference and CPD programme, we inspire a membership which passionately believes that schools and their pupils’ lives are deeply enriched by a high quality music provision.

The Music Teachers’ Board provide an exciting new way to take instrumental grades 1 to 8. Our exams are recorded in audio during the lesson by the teacher, submitted online & marked by our specialist examiners. As there is no visiting examiner, unlike other boards, our exams offer: Complete flexibility over exam dates, reduced stress levels for pupils and teachers, lower costs, specialist examiners & convenience with no need to travel to an exam centre. The Music Teachers’ Board is a recognised awarding body, regulated by Ofqual and our grade 6-8 qualifications are assigned UCAS points.

Music Theatre International’s London office licences over 6,000 productions a year, from schools and amateur societies to professionals, reaching audiences of more than 6 million annually. Across its catalogue of more than 400 titles, MTI represents an array of musicals including Broadway classics (Guys and Dolls, West Side Story); contemporary hits (Mean Girls, Waitress); the ground-breaking works of Stephen Sondheim (Into the Woods, Sweeney Todd); global titles (Mamma Mia!, Matilda the Musical); Cameron Mackintosh-produced hits (Les Misérables, Miss Saigon); Disney (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid); and the Mackintosh and Disney-produced Mary Poppins. MTI is especially dedicated to the education sector and has created special collections to meet the needs of various types of young performers. MTI’s Broadway Junior series are 30- and 60-minute musicals for performance by primary and middle school-aged performers, while MTI’s School Editions are musicals tailored to the needs of secondary school pupils. MTI’s London office produces the annual Junior Theatre Festival, Europe’s biggest celebration of musical theatre for young performers, at the ICC in Birmingham. MTI is also proud of its user-friendly production resources, providing support to our customers across all aspects of musical theatre production. MTI’s Plays division, incorporating the longstanding Josef Weinberger collection, includes UK and/or European representation of such works as Ingmar Bergman’s Scenes from a Marriage, Arthur Miller’s Death of Salesman and The Crucible, Pulitzer-Prize winners Wit and Driving Miss Daisy, Sam Shepard’s True West and Fools for Love, comedy classics Arsenic and Old Lace and Harvey, with new acquisitions including the West End and global phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story, and Academy Award-winning The King’s Speech.

We are a community of over 36,000 musicians working to protect our members’ rights and campaign for a fairer music industry.

Music teachers all over the globe agree My Music Staff is the #1 software solution to manage your business! Whether you’re a private music teacher, studio owner, or peripatetic teacher, My Music Staff will streamline your administrative work, leaving you more time to do what you love, teach! Collecting tuition and organising your lesson schedule has never been easier, but that’s not all you can do with My Music Staff! From managing private and group lessons to automatic invoicing and billing to sharing multimedia content (and much, much more), you’ll have everything you need to run a successful music business.

National Drama is the UK’s leading professional Subject Association for all teachers, educators and theatre practitioners in drama and theatre educational contexts and community settings. ND exists to ensure that all children and young people have opportunities to learn about and through drama and theatre education within a broad and coherent curriculum that is facilitated by informed teaching. National Drama, by supporting, leading and responding, is in the forefront of advocating for Drama in the UK and is a highly respected organisation whose expertise and opinion are regularly being sought by decision making bodies and government departments.

The UK’s leading specialist theatre publisher and performing rights agent. We offer an unrivalled range of essential drama resources for teachers and students, including inspiring, practical guides to help you learn and develop your skills, plus great plays for young people to study and perform. We also license our plays for performance by schools, colleges, universities and others around the world.

Normans Musical Instruments is one of the UK's leading education suppliers of musical instruments and accessories, trusted by schools, music hubs and organisations worldwide. We combine genuine product expertise with a personal, hands-on approach to help customers maximise their budgets and find the right instruments for their needs. Our focus on building lasting relationships means we work as a true partner to the organisations we support, not just a supplier.

Notey Inc is revolutionizing music education with an AI-powered gaming platform that turns any real instrument or voice into a game controller. Leveraging our proprietary ML audio engine and generative AI, we create dynamic, personalized learning experiences that adapt to each player’s skill level. With 90% of learners quitting within a year, our patent-pending technologies integrate music practice into immersive games, making learning engaging and sustainable. Join us in transforming how music is learned, practiced, and loved!

Warwick Music Group, creators of pBone, the world’s bestselling trombone. One of the leading manufacturers of brass instruments globally with an engaged audience of 2.5 million people every month. Our vision is that the world’s greatest musicians of the future will start their musical journey with us. We have introduced exciting new products to the pMusic family. ‘pCorder’, the world’s first recyclable recorder. ‘Carry-on’, a foldable keyboard, with the choice of 49 or 88 keys. ‘Soundbops’, a simple and versatile first introduction to music making.

Pick ‘n’ Mix Strings provides inclusive, Multi-Level Arrangements for String Groups of all shapes and sizes, with appropriate and engaging parts for all levels - whether players are Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. All pieces are written to encourage Community String Playing and it has been a particular pleasure to see Pick ‘n’ Mix Strings repertoire being used to bring musicians together from across the county of Cumbria where we are based, as well around the UK and beyond. A dear colleague recently summed us up as: “You enable everybody - from Open Strings to Grade 8+ to enjoy playing together!”

We are excited to return to the Music and Drama Expo 2026, celebrating our award as Best School Travel Operator (Large) awarded by the National School Travel Organiser! Having honed our craft for over six decades, we’ve assembled a top-tier team of musical experts who are on hand to help you design your dream tour. We handpick venues that offer optimal acoustics and an authentic cultural setting, highlighting your musical style, and connecting it with the local vibe. From prestigious concert halls to lively picturesque public squares, our tours are tailored to suit your group personality!

Rocksteady Music School is the UK’s leading provider of in-school rock and pop band programmes, partnering with thousands of schools to bring inclusive music lessons to children across the country. Through an award-winning, child-centred approach – developed over almost 20 years of teaching in primary schools – pupils don't just learn to play an instrument. They develop self-belief, teamwork and listening skills that carry far beyond the classroom. Rocksteady band lessons are led by highly trained multi-instrumentalists and inclusive to all children in mainstream education, with no previous experience needed. All Rocksteady pupils also work towards an exam-free music qualification, which is Ofqual-regulated and accredited by Trinity College London - all while having fun in their very own band.

The Royal Ballet and Opera Schools Programme brings the world of opera and ballet into classrooms nationwide, inspiring creativity and confidence in young people. At the heart of the programme is Create & Sing, a free, nationally available initiative that empowers teachers and pupils to explore opera through curriculum-linked classroom projects. Using specially designed resources and professional development, Create & Sing combines singing, drama, and storytelling, encouraging children to develop their own creative responses while engaging with the art form. Together, these programmes open up access to the Royal Opera House’s world-class repertoire, nurturing the next generation’s imagination and artistic voice.

As Scotland’s national conservatoire, we offer vocational and distance learning training in the performing arts. Covering music, dance, drama, production, film and education, we strive to give our students worldclass teaching, and be industry ready once they leave our campus. We are proud to be consistently recognised as one of the world’s top 10 performing arts institutions by QS World Rankings, cementing our position as a global leader in the conservatoire sector.

Employed all over the world, you’ll find yourself performing at national and international events, major sporting fixtures and in prestigious concert venues, as well as undertaking operational roles alongside the rest of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.

RSL Awards is home to the Rockschool brand, since 1991 Rockschool has been the original provider of graded qualifications in contemporary music. Rockschool publications are used worldwide by teachers and students to hone their craft. Alongside Rockschool, RSLs also houses market leading vocational qualifications spanning music, performing arts and creative media. We also offer fresh and innovative graded qualifications in musical theatre, dance, acting and public speaking. Our qualifications and publications are developed by industry experts and we pride ourselves on academic rigour combined with unrivalled relevance.

Schott Music is one of the oldest music publishers in the world, celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2020. With branches worldwide, Schott Music was one of Beethoven’s original publishers and more recently has published contemporary 20th- and 21st-century works by internationally renowned composers such as Carl Orff, Igor Stravinsky, Michael Tippett, Peter Maxwell-Davies, Gavin Bryars, Gerald Barry and Julian Anderson. Schott Music also publishes a wide range of method books and repertoire collections for all instruments, styles and ages for the educational market.

Sing for Pleasure is a leading charity which supports the UK’s vibrant choral scene by encouraging the enjoyment of singing for adults and children from all walks of life, and helping choir conductors and vocal leaders working in all kinds of settings to develop best practice skills and technique. Established in 1964, we have an enviable reputation for training excellence. We run courses and singing events, provide scholarships and bursaries for young people and teachers, and produce a range of songbooks for adults and children, to broaden their repertoire and enhance vocal development.

Sing Up provides a complete singing and music teaching package through our digital music platform, with the best and widest range of songs and time-saving teaching resources, including our complete scheme of work for teaching the primary music curriculum, Sing Up Music. With everything you need for singing and music teaching in one place, Sing Up Membership also provides student login functionality and songs and resources for both primary and secondary schools. Register as a Sing Up Friend for a free trial at www.singup.org.

SpeedAdmin - the all-in-one solution that harmonises administration and communication in a symphony of efficiency and empowerment. SpeedAdmin provides leading digital tools for music and arts education! We are continually enhancing SpeedAdmin to meet and exceed the expectations of our 600+ customers, making us their top digital partner. Embracing private as well as council-based services in the size from 100 to 20,000 students, our flexible system provides a wealth of features for administration, teachers, schools, and parents/students. Consolidate all everyday administrative, financial, and communicative tasks with a comprehensive digital teaching platform in one intuitive system!

Come and meet John Barron and discover the latest awardwinning music software from Steinberg, world leaders in music technology for education. Explore updates to Cubase 15 (DAW) and Dorico 6 notation software for Mac and PC, and learn how to access FREE software for your students. See how easily Dorico for iPad and Cubasis can be integrated into classroom teaching. Ideal for GCSE and A Level music and trusted by professionals worldwide. We’re also partnering with Rachel Shapey from I Can Compose, offering a FREE online course for students on How to Compose Video Game Music.

SymphoMe is an innovative music education startup offering integrated solutions for both students and teachers. Powered by advanced AI-driven multimodal music teaching technology, SymphoMe delivers a gamified, personalised, and engaging learning experience that enhances student progress and enjoyment. For teachers, SymphoMe provides access to over 5,000 high-quality music literacy resources, tools to measure student knowledge gaps, and the ability to track and support student progress between lessons, making music education more effective and impactful. Visit us at Stand B46 to learn more or get in touch today at info@symphome.com

Step into The Drama Teaching Emporium, your creative candy shop for drama teaching success. Every game and exercise comes with a short, easy to- follow video so you can learn it quickly and deliver it with confidence in minutes. With a rich and ever-growing collection of imaginative activities, adaptable scripts, and ready-to-use classroom resources built from over a decade of real teaching experience, it’s designed to save you time, spark imagination, and make every session dynamic, engaging, and fun.

Footlights Theatre inspires the next generation of performers through fun, high-quality singing, acting and dancing classes for children aged 3–18. Our proven franchise model empowers passionate educators and entrepreneurs to run successful Footlights performing arts schools in their local community. With a trusted brand, structured curriculum, ongoing training and marketing support, franchisees can focus on what matters most: nurturing confidence, creativity and stage skills. Visit us at the Music and Drama Education Expo to discover how you can join the Footlights family and bring exceptional performing arts education to children in your area, with confidence and creativity at its heart.

The Piano Teachers’ Course UK has been equipping, inspiring and empowering piano teachers since 2007 by providing industry-leading professional development courses solely for piano teachers. Our mission is to raise the bar in piano pedagogy, and we are passionate about holistic and creative music teaching that inspires a lifelong love of music. “Packed with superb tutors with lots of warmth and kindness along the way, this truly is an impressive course that has been crafted to be the best it can be over many years now” - Karen Marshall, teacher, writer and chair of the BDA Music Committee.

Theatrical Rights Worldwide is a leading licensor, proudly representing musicals and plays from Broadway, Off-Broadway, and the West End, as well as shows originating in regional theatres and elsewhere. It is our mission to cultivate and introduce new work along with extending the production life of musicals and plays to all theatrical marketplaces.

Trinity College London is a leading international exam board and independent education charity that's been providing assessments around the world since 1877. We specialise in the assessment of communicative and performance skills through qualifications in music, drama, English language, and Arts Award (in association with Arts Council England). With over 700,000 candidates a year in more than 80 countries worldwide, Trinity qualifications are specifically designed to help students progress. Our aim is to inspire teachers and learners through the creation of assessments that are enjoyable to prepare for, rewarding to teach and that develop the skills needed in real life.

UAL Awarding Body champions transformative education. We design and award creative qualifications from Entry Level to Level 4 made to inspire educators and students in a variety of subject areas, including Music and Performing Arts.

Winners of a Music and Drama Magazine Education Award 2022, Vamos Theatre - the UK’s leading full mask theatre company - offers a wide range of workshops and resources for schools plus popular professional development for teachers. As one of the country’s most recognised performers of non-verbal theatre, workshops focus on mask, physicality, character development, and devising, helping students develop physical confidence and clarity on stage. CPD workshops for teachers support the teaching of drama, particularly around physical theatre and devising. At www. vamostheatre.co.uk, the company also offers free resources to support learning, and runs the popular digital learning platform, mask.ED.

In support of your school’s delivery of the music and drama curriculum, Wicked Active Learning provides a wealth of resources, enrichment opportunities and more than 60% savings on tickets. Music learners can evaluate the live performance as well as the recorded music of the show’s Grammy® Award-winning cast recording. The song ‘Defying Gravity’ is a set work for Pearson Edexcel GCSE Music. In support of drama and performing arts programmes of study and qualifications, Wicked also delivers an outstanding live London theatre experience, providing learners with dynamic opportunities to evaluate the work of theatre makers, live performance, and design.

The world’s largest musical instrument manufacturer and only full-line supplier of keyboard, brass, wind, strings, guitar, drums, audio, music tech and much more. Visit our stand and talk to our dedicated education team to find out how you can have a great new piano in your school from just £15 per month!

Over the past 25 years, Young Voices has staged full-scale arena school choir concerts with firstclass production values nationwide. Over two million children have passed through our doors to sing along with legends like Tony Hadley, Beverley Knight, Joss Stone and dozens of brilliant artists. Teachers and children are supplied with all the resources they need to learn the music for the concerts in advance and we also run CPD days for teachers.