testimonials
arising from beatband days and series in spring/summer 2011
Amazing how much you can achieve in such a short time, and of such quality as well. Sarah Bennett head Bassetts Farm Pri, Exmouth
Absolutely fantastic. Linked very well into our African theme. Finale was wonderful. Great PHSE. Doing the whole week with such a sustained focus gave us a tremendous learning experience, and something very sustantial to show. Jayne Peacock head Lynton Pri
Enjoyment so clear to see in the children because of how engaged they were. Clearly a lasting impression and a positive impact. The experience raised their aspirations and self confidence. James Turner yr5 teacher Mayflower Pri, Plymouth
Very energetic, great participation. All children motivated and engaged by the activity. Most importantly they thoroughly enjoyed it. Simon Martin yr6 teacher Evercreech Pri, Shepton Mallett
Really impressed with how together, concise and tight the children were, and in such a short time too. Nice range of instruments, well organised, professionally run Jane Mosely yr6 teacher Barton Pri, Torquay
Amazing to see how many children were so focussed, especially when joining in with other people can be hard these days, with so much time being insular, spending time on computers and TV. They were buzzing, completely lit up. Undoubted impact. Shirley Vickery-Mills music co-ordinator St Josephs Pri, Burnham-on-Sea
An absolutely outstanding experience for pupils and staff, truly enriching for the curriculum provision, highly inclusive of all age groups and capabilities. Helen Nicholls head South Brent Pri
Inspirational! Cross curricular, linking music to many other subjects. Fantastic value for money! Sue Steel head of music South Brent Pri
These workshops engage children in a way that leaves a lasting impression. In the last three years they have become one of the highlights of the school year. The children love them and look forward to them. From them the children have come to understand that you don't have to have highly developed technical expertise to play music together. Everyone can do it as long as listening and awareness are present. So the workshops are great for getting the children to work well together; great for developing communication skills; great for developing physical coordination. The musical experiences produced are something the children can build on and take in any direction they want to. They are also experiences filled with fun and happiness. To see the childrens' faces as they play is wonderful. This fits in very well with our school ethos. We are a happy school and we deliver happy learning experiences. This is very much a happy learning experience. Mark Durbin, headteacher; Henllys Church In Wales Primary School, Torfaen, Newport, South Wales
