Education -
National Plan for Music Education and Soundbeam
The latest UK government funding of £79 million as part of the National Plan for Music Education II - 'The Power of Music to Change Lives’ through Music Hubs, will go towards ensuring that all children and young people have access to high-quality music education and opportunities to develop their musical talents.
The National Plan for Music Education has several key objectives, including:
Ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn a musical instrument.
Providing opportunities for ensemble and group music-making.
Ensuring that all students have access to a broad and balanced music curriculum.
Offering clear pathways for musical progression and development.
Promoting diversity and inclusion in music education.
Supporting partnerships between schools, music education hubs, and other organizations to enhance music provision.
Soundbeam aligns with the goals of the NPME by promoting inclusive music-making opportunities. It enables children and young people with disabilities to actively engage in music education and experience the joy of creating music through their movements. Soundbeam technology can be integrated into music education programs and can used in schools, music therapy sessions, and community settings to enhance the musical experiences of individuals with SEND. We supply a free downloadable resource book ‘Teaching Music With Soundbeam’ authored by David Ashworth, one of the UK's leading experts in the field of assistive music technology and SEN. You can also use Soundbeam with the Sounds of Intent framework.
Overall, both Soundbeam and the National Plan for Music Education in the UK aim to make music education more accessible and inclusive, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, have the opportunity to engage with music and develop their musical talents.