UNITE · INSPIRE · EDUCATE
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About Us
The Benedetti Foundation is a music education charity established in 2019 by violinist and dedicated advocate Nicola Benedetti CBE. We deliver transformative experiences through mass musical events and unite those who believe music is integral to life’s education. We provide equal access to music participation and appreciation for all whilst revealing the greatest teachers to the world.
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Our Programmes
Alongside an exceptional team of musicians and educators from all across the world, we create meaningful and life-changing programmes and resources of the highest quality. These are open and accessible to all, including Benedetti Sessions, Residency Sessions, Virtual Sessions, the Ambassador Programme and free Digital Resources. Find out more about how to join in below.
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Support Us
All of our activities are funded through the generosity of individuals, trusts and foundations, statutory funders and corporate sponsorship.
We invite you to join our community of supporters and help enable thousands more people to experience the profound effect of our work.
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Our Impact
Since the Foundation’s inception, we have worked with over 50,000 people aged 2-92, instrumentalists and non-instrumentalists alike. Our work has reached 103 countries, all local authorities of the UK and 41 US States. “The Foundation is a hub of knowledge and learning. Every session has produced pages and pages of notes and sparked many new ideas” - Student Participant
What’s On
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String Tutor Recruitment
The Benedetti Foundation is opening up recruitment for string teachers!
Are you an experienced, enthusiastic and creative string teacher?
Would you like more opportunities to share your knowledge and experience across the country?
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Next Benedetti Sessions Announced
Priority registration is now available for the Saffron Walden Benedetti Sessions (4-6 October) and Perth Benedetti Sessions (1-3 November). With workshops for school age string players, string teachers and primary schools, you are invited to join Nicola Benedetti and an exceptional team of tutors for a weekend of mass music making.
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Join our Community of Friends and Patrons
We believe in the strength of music and the power of mass inspirational moments to connect cultures and communities. But we need your help to do this. As a charity, we rely on your support. Becoming a Friend or Patron is a great way of joining us in our mission and becoming a part of a community of passionate music education supporters.
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Adult Learners In-Person Sessions
Registration is now open for our next in-person Benedetti Sessions Days for Adult String Players in Glasgow (25 May) and London (21 July). You can also register for priority booking for sessions in the West Midlands (8 June) - venue to be announced.
Find out more and register to join us below.
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Spring Term Mini Sessions
Registration is now open for the Spring Mini Sessions - short, focused sessions delivered online for school age young people, students, instrumental teachers, primary classroom teachers and adult learners.
Follow the link for more information.
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Residency Sessions Summer Tour
Our Summer Term Residencies will get underway in May! This term, we’ll be visiting Perth, Flintshire and Cornwall. If you’re coming to one of these, we’ll see you soon!
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Ambassador Programme 2025
Applications for the 2024 Ambassador Programme are now closed! To find out more about the Ambassador Programme and register your interest for 2025, click below.
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Benedetti Foundation Merchandise
The Benedetti Foundation’s official merchandise is now available online! Shipping only to the UK, all profits go directly into supporting the work of the Foundation.
