B:and Together
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Our Jazz and Gospel groups meet for fortnightly workshops at Symphony Hall with the city’s best industry professionals. They provide a great opportunity for participants to make music, forge friendships and develop their talents.
Groups get to perform regularly at a variety of events, with some participants taking to the stage at the Mostly Jazz Festival in July.
I've only been involved for a year but the opportunities I have been able to experience through ensemble playing and performance, have been truly unforgettable: B:and Together member
Autumn/Winter Term 2026
We're excited to announce that applications for B:and Together Jazz & Gospel Ensembles Autumn/Winter Term 2026 are now open!
Due to an increased demand and limited available spaces per ensemble group, we are switching to the same application process required for our Summer School. Please see below for details on how to apply:
This term will go on sale individually, as we look to welcome new and old participants for the beginning of the academic year. It's a great chance for you to try out our ensemble sessions before committing to the rest of the year!
Autumn/Winter Term Cost:
Jazz: £125
Gospel: £125
Jazz and Gospel (combined): £185
Bursary: Free place for all Jazz and/or Gospel terms for young people who receive free school meals
Payment will be organised after your place has been confirmed.
Autumn/Winter Term Dates (8 sessions)
19 Sept, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec
Timings
Gospel: 1pm-3pm
Jazz: 3.30pm-5pm
Application Timeline
Applications open: 10am Monday 03 August
Applications close: 9am Friday 28 August
Outcome emails sent by: Wednesday 03 September
Spring & Summer Terms 2027
Participants may apply first for Autumn/Winter term, and then following on from this, can also apply for the combined Spring & Summer term release. This will be a separate application form sent out in October.
Application Timeline:
Spring Term 2027 (8 sessions) & Summer Term 2027 (7 sessions) (8 sessions + 7 sessions)
Our Spring and Summer terms have been grouped together to encourage consistent attendance due to performance opportunities taking place at the end of Summer Term.
Applications open: 10amMonday 19 October
Applications close: 9am Monday 02 November
Outcome emails sent by: Wednesday 04 November
Everything you need to know
Where & When
Where: Symphony Hall
When: Twice a month on Saturday afternoons
Rehearsal Dates Autumn/Winter 2026
Gospel B:and 1-3pm
Jazz B:and 3.30-5.30pm
19 Sept
10 Oct
17 Oct
31 Oct
07 Nov
14 Nov
21 Nov
5 Dec
What will I get from taking part?
Develop key music performance skills in Gospel or Jazz music
Rehearse and write music with other young musicians
Learn gospel or jazz music in its traditional form as well as music that it has influenced in present day; RnB, soul, funk and hip hop.
Who will be teaching the sessions
Professional musicians and educators.
Do I need any particular skills or experience to take part?
No! We welcome students of all musical abilities.
What do I need to bring?
You will need to bring your musical instrument with you. If you play the piano, drums or are a vocalist, we have this covered here at B:Music.
What should I wear?
Whatever you're comfortable in! We don't have a uniform or dress code, just B:You!
Who can join?
Musicians and singers of any ability, aged 11-19 who live in Birmingham or the West Midlands.
I have additional needs. Can I still take part?
Of course, we welcome everyone! We have places available on all our projects for individuals with additional needs. You can let us know the details on your registration form. We will then do our best to make sure that the relevant adjustments are in place and will discuss anything we're not sure about or need more info on with you.
How much does it cost?
B:Music subsidises all places. There is a fee payable each term calculated on the number of sessions in the term. Please see above for current prices.
Bursaries are available for young people who receive free school meals. details will be sent to you if your application is successful
Sounds great: How do I join?
Application timelines:
Autumn Winter Term 2026 - Click here to apply
- Applications open: 10am Monday 03 August
- Applications close: 9am Friday 28 August
- Outcome emails sent by: Monday 03 September
Spring & Summer Terms 2027
- Applications open: 10amMonday 19 October
- Applications close: 9am Monday 02 November
- Outcome emails sent by: Wednesday 04 November
Check this page for application links
B:and Together, the B:Music young musical group took over our regular Free Jazz Friday for an amazing celebration of talent in May 2024.
These talented young people shared the stage with the groups from our school music programme and local emerging artists we're supporting.
What followed was a joyous showcase of the next generation of music makers.
Watch to find out how B:Music's education programmes support learning in, and out, of the classroom.
