Electronic music education projects and workshops
“I wish I could do this everyday”
“I have learned to be an electronic music composer”
“It was very fun, allowed us to explore different tunes and let us use our imagination more”
“I like that you have the opportunity to make it as creative and unique as you like”
“It’s a great way to learn any musical instrument”
“This is the most writing and listening we have seen him do ever”
“Music Tech forever!”
Education is one of the main strands of our work. Delia was passionate about increasing access to electronic music education, and so are we. Most recent data provides stark evidence that inequalities in music and electronic music are still very much an issue, so we are doing what we can to address inequity via the archive and work of Delia Derbyshire, a self-defined “working class girl.”
We design and deliver electronic music education opportunities for all ages. We aim for our education work to be accessible, enjoyable and empowering. Our team of facilitators are women/NB and active in the industry, so can act as relatable STEM role models alongside Delia, who consistently inspires.
DD Day fulfils the music technology aims of the National Plan for Music Education as we enable children and young people to compose, perform and appraise using music technology in a variety of styles, a medium they are easily enthused by.
For our 10th year, we are carrying out some pioneering work: click here to find out more about our electronic music education initiative supported by Big Give donors, Postlethwaite Music Foundation, One Education Music and Brighter Sound.
“I’ve learned how far the roots of electronic music go. I had no idea how old these concepts (sampling, looping) are and how difficult it would have been…which would have inspired a lot of creativity.” Adam Rowe, Loreto College student
Workshops at events
We design and deliver fun and educational electronic music making workshops for all ages. We can design bespoke sound and music making workshops and projects to suit your group. We start by unpacking Delia’s work, working processes and heritage as context and inspiration for composition, production and appraisal of new works by our participants. It’s all about having fun whilst learning about sound, music and audio engineering, with Delia’s work and life as a springboard for inspiration and aspiration.
Workshop Feedback
“Connie asked if we could do this at home – she wants to make noises in the kitchen.”
“I really loved the event and would do it again – 10/10 – amazing.”
“Excellent way of introducing music creation to young children – we’ll definitely carry on at home adding to our project and creating more.”
“Most gratifying part of the workshop was the fact that girls outnumbered boys 6 to 2. If @DeliaDDay can’t inspire girls nothing can”!
Contact as about a project or workshop for your school, group or event
Do get in touch if you would like to leave any feedback or comments. Also do contact us if you are interested in booking our workshops or project with your school, community group, event or festival.
