Following the success of our 2024 Instrumental Days series, we’re making these a regular feature in our yearly events.
| Event | Yr | Level | Day | Date | Time | Venue |
| Keyboard Day | Y3-Y7 | Beginner – gd 3+ | Sun | 02.03.25 | 10-4 | Waldegrave |
| Recorder Day | Y2-Y6 | Beginner – gd 5 | Sun | 09.03.25 | 10-4 | The Mall |
| String Day | Y3-Y7 | Wider Opps – gd 5 | Sun | 16.03.25 | 10-4 | Waldegrave |
| Percussion Day | Y3-Y9 | 2 terms+ exp (perc or kit) | Sun | 23.03.25 | 10-4 | RMT Briar Rd |
| Woodwind and Brass Day | Y3-Y6 | Wider opps – gd 3 | Sun | 11.05.25 | 10-4 | Waldegrave |
| Vocal Day | Y4-Y7 | Beginner – gd 4 | Sun | 18.05.25 | 10-4 | Waldegrave |
| BandItos (Guitar/Piano/Keyboard/Drums) | Y3-Y7 | Beginner – gd 2 | Sun | 22.06.25 | 10-4 | Waldegrave |
Read more about the days
Keyboard Day
This is an exciting day for pianists/keyboard players to get together and play together! The day is open to beginners/wider opportunities players to grade 3+. You will be split into ability groups to work together on specially arranged pieces of music. There will also be a joint piece for all groups to play together as part of the end of the day informal concert to family and friends. This course is designed for pianists/keyboard players to play together, work on their musicianship skills, make friends and have fun!
Recorder Day
We’ll be celebrating everything we love about our instrument, offering you the chance to experience ensemble playing whilst learning new ways to create music using your recorder. During the day, you will have the opportunity to work on specially created ensemble pieces both in smaller ability based groups, and as part of a recorder orchestra! The day is open to Y2-Y6 students, from those who have just mastered the notes BAG all the way up to those who are Grade 5+. The day will culminate in a performance for families. Come along to discover something new on your recorders!
String Day
This is a chance for string players to come together and try new techniques. We’ll work on boosting performance skills and you’ll have an opportunity to play in a large ensemble with others of varying levels. Supported by RMT string tutors, you will have a chance to explore a new piece of music and perform this at the end of the afternoon for parents and carers. RMT Strings day is open to violins, violas, cellos and double bass players. We would be delighted for you to come along!
Percussion Day
This day invites drum and percussion students to participate in a larger-than-usual percussion group. Using tried and tested approaches and materials we’ll focus on building up a contemporary rock & pop ‘medley’, using tuned percussion and a stylistic ‘drum section’ playing accompanying beats, guiding your teamwork and music-making skills. Suitable for those who are having lessons on drums or percussion with 2 terms or more experience. Instruments are provided, but please bring your own drumsticks, labelled or marked.
Woodwind and Brass Day
Join us for a day of dedicated woodwind and brass focusing on the enjoyment of ensemble playing and working with others. Led by RMT’s specialist teachers, participants will work on a number of fun pieces throughout the day. This is a wonderful opportunity for Y3-Y6 students from beginner/wider opportunities level up to grade 3 standard to have fun and to experience the joy of playing as part of a bigger group. The day will culminate in a performance for friends and family. We look forward to seeing you there!
Vocal Day
The Vocal Day will be an opportunity for students to approach singing from different angles whist getting to use their voices. We will be looking at important vocal techniques including physical, breathing, and vocal exercises including the all-important warm-ups! Everyone will get the chance to sing together as a group and work on how to blend their voices, whilst working on harmony (singing in parts) and delivering a performance with other singers. We will also focus on the importance of emotions, dynamics and telling the story within the lyrics of a song and how to express these vocally. This will be achieved by using three songs in different styles culminating in a short presentation at the end of the day. We welcome anyone in YR4 – YR7, and the course is tailored for beginners to grade 4 level. Looking forward to singing with you soon!
BandItos (Guitars/Pianos/Keyboards/Drums)
BandItos gives participants who already play guitar, piano/keyboard, or drum kit the chance to improve their skills alongside others who play the same instrument. Throughout the day we’ll also spend time in informal band settings with participants who play other instruments, jamming the tracks we’ve learnt the parts to in our individual groups. At the end of the day we’ll invite parents in to see what we’ve been up to in an informal play through gig.
BandItos is open to any pupil in Y3-Y7. You do not need to have taken an exam to take part but you must have a minimum 1-year’s tuition on your instrument (as a guide you are probably at least an advanced beginner working towards grade 1 level). If you currently learn acoustic or classical guitar, you can still come to BandItos; just let us know on the form if you need to borrow an electric guitar for the day. Come and join us!
To take part please complete the form on the BandItos page.