Playing and singing opportunities

There are many ways to become involved with the Centre for Music, depending on your interests and talents.

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Group of Centre for Music members singing
Singing opportunities Pop

All Together Now

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • Singing group open to all students and staff.
  • Quick-to-learn songs by the likes of Imogen Heap, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars and Radiohead.
  • A mix of A cappella and accompanied arrangements.

Big band performing at a concert
Playing opportunities Jazz

Big Band

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • The Big Band is an energetic and polished ensemble, led by musicians Keith Morgan and Andy Hague.
  • We always want to hear from new players so if you are not sure you have enough musical experience then please get in touch.
  • Big Band rehearse once a week on Monday evenings.

Gospel choir
Singing opportunities Gospel Choir

Gospel Choir

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • The Gospel Choir is directed by Kim Samuels.
  • Everyone is welcome – there's no audition and no previous experience is necessary.
  • Gospel Choir rehearse once a week on Wednesday lunchtimes.

String player in orchestra
Playing opportunities Classical

Orchestra

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • Conducted by Senior Lecturer in Classical and Jazz Music Enrichment Anri Adachi.
  • The UWE Orchestra welcomes players of all orchestral instruments at Grade 6 standard and above.
  • We rehearse once a week on Tuesday evenings.

Three seated trombone players
Playing opportunities Brass

UWE Brass Band

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • A brand new, professionally directed, traditional brass band.
  • Practising weekly with the aim of competing in UniBrass.

UWE Singers
Singing opportunities Choir Classical

UWE Singers

E: cfm@uwe.ac.uk

  • UWE Singers is our biggest choir, directed by renowned conductor Ben England.
  • No audition is required but experience singing in a choir will be valuable.
  • UWE Singers rehearse once a week on Tuesday evenings.

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Singer songwriter singing and playing guitar

Bands, DJs, solo artists and songwriters

As a band, DJ, solo artist or songwriter, the Centre for Music can help you find other musicians, get gigs, peform and record your music and develop yourself as an artist. 

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Music lessons, masterclasses and mini courses

The Centre for Music offers a range of music lessons, mini music courses and masterclasses to our UWE Bristol student and staff members that can be booked with our team of professional musicians.

Musician recording music in a studio

Recording, arranging and producing your music

We offer a range of courses and masterclasses to help you learn recording, producing and mixing techniques. 

Student playing the drums at the Centre for Music.

Become a member

In order to join any of our groups, access to rehearsal rooms, or come to any sessions all you need to do is sign up to become a member of the Centre for Music.