Our aim is to use the funding to extend our music provision within the local community. 

By providing this free programme, we are making the project more inclusive and accessible to all, regardless of socio-economic or geographical barriers. This creates a sense of belonging and encourages community development as participants work together, learn from each other, and take pride in their achievements.

Weekly music lessons will provide structured, high-quality tuition that enhances pupils' cognitive skills, such as memory, focus, and discipline, while fostering creativity. Learning an instrument is known to improve academic performance across a range of subjects, contributing to the pupils' overall educational development.

The programme is directly aligned with the preservation and promotion of Scottish cultural traditions. By teaching young people the chanter and snare drum, which are integral to Scottish heritage, we are ensuring that these traditions are passed on to future generations, fostering a lifelong appreciation for Scotland’s rich cultural history.

In summary, this funding will allow us to make a significant contribution to the educational and cultural landscape of the Garnock Valley, ensuring that all pupils can benefit from the power of music education, while supporting community cohesion and the preservation of Scottish heritage.

 

The funding we are applying for would be spent as follows: 

 

£972 for tutor costs. This would provide a total of 24 tutor hours @£40.50/ hour ensuring that 40 young people could access free chanter and snare drumming tuition.

 

£28 to provide snacks for a small celebration at the end of the 6 week block.