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New Assessment Framework helps demonstrate the progression of students’ musical knowledge, understanding and skills

February 12, 2020

The Assessment Framework integral to Charanga’s Musical School primary music programme has been refreshed to enable teachers to evidence the intent, implementation and impact of music education in their school. The Framework links Musical School’s teaching and … read the rest of New Assessment Framework helps demonstrate the progression of students’ musical knowledge, understanding and skills.

Now booking: Kuala Lumpur CPD event to support music teachers across Southeast Asia

January 27, 2020

We are delighted to announce details of Muzik Bersama – the second in a series of inspirational professional development events for music teachers worldwide, co-developed with our partners Musical Futures International. Register today to join teachers at … read the rest of Now booking: Kuala Lumpur CPD event to support music teachers across Southeast Asia.

Charanga and AYM collaborate to support individualised musical learning and progression

January 27, 2020

Charanga and Awards for Young Musicians (AYM) are to collaborate to help young people sustain their musical learning through the development of interactive Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and a new web environment supporting their progression. The … read the rest of Charanga and AYM collaborate to support individualised musical learning and progression.

VIP guest blog: Planning & persistence – KXVU’s route into full time radio

January 16, 2020

As part of VIP Studio Sessions, the music education platform for secondary schools, we provide students with insights into the music business, the many different jobs that are out there and careers advice (see the Release … read the rest of VIP guest blog: Planning & persistence – KXVU’s route into full time radio.

Charanga shortlisted for a Bett Award for 5th time

December 23, 2019

We’re delighted to announce that Charanga’s online platform has been shortlisted for a Bett Award for a fifth time. The Musical School programme, which faces stiff competition in the Primary Content category, was further enhanced in September … read the rest of Charanga shortlisted for a Bett Award for 5th time.

Non-specialists often worry about 3 things when it comes to teaching music. We’ve got them covered!

November 26, 2019

Did you know that Charanga’s digital programmes are underpinned by a confidence-building CPD & Training programme? To date, our expert team has successfully trained over 25,000 teachers in modern, inclusive music teaching practice. Interestingly, we find … read the rest of Non-specialists often worry about 3 things when it comes to teaching music. We’ve got them covered!.

Just released: interactive resources support popular ‘Stringbabies’ method for beginner violinists

November 20, 2019

Kay Tucker’s Stringbabies programme for beginner violinists has been given the Charanga treatment! Spanning three progressive levels, the resource is perfect for teachers looking to explore Kay’s popular method with the support of interactive resources. Stringbabies … read the rest of Just released: interactive resources support popular ‘Stringbabies’ method for beginner violinists.

New music learning program open to all South Australian teachers

October 30, 2019

The South Australia Department for Education’s Instrumental Music team and Charanga are offering a Professional Learning Program to all classroom teachers who want teaching and learning in their schools to be fun, relevant and inspiring. No … read the rest of New music learning program open to all South Australian teachers.

VIP Studio Sessions: students invited to perform and reimagine acclaimed Grown: A Grime Opera

October 29, 2019

VIP Studio Sessions – the award-winning secondary music education platform from Charanga – is proud to give young musicians the chance to perform, reimagine and remix tracks from the critically acclaimed Grown: A Grime Opera. Written by … read the rest of VIP Studio Sessions: students invited to perform and reimagine acclaimed Grown: A Grime Opera.

Charanga and Musical Futures International to extend the skills of classroom and instrumental teachers

October 18, 2019

Charanga and Musical Futures International have announced an exciting new partnership to support and extend the skills of classroom and instrumental teachers across the globe. Musika Sama-sama (Music Together), a unique 2-day conference at the British … read the rest of Charanga and Musical Futures International to extend the skills of classroom and instrumental teachers.