What is Skills Lab Academy?
Skills Lab Academy is a professional training course for music facilitators working across a wide range of community settings. Sessions provide a place to learn new techniques, share experiences, and explore new ideas in a non-judgemental environment. The course is led by composer and music leader James Redwood, who brings over 20 years of experience in music creation.

What will I gain from the course?
Practical skills to facilitate engaging music-making sessions
Inclusive project strategies for leading creative initiatives
Peer learning opportunities from professionals working in the sector
Access to a supportive network of community musicians

Inclusive Music Facilitation
For the final session, James Redwood will be joined by family music practitioner, singer and songwriter Rosie Adediran. They’ll explore creative ways to lead music workshops with families and young children under five, and share inclusive strategies to building community and belonging through music, with a focus on working with migrant communities.

For more information visit spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk/events/skills-lab/