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 music events, unite those who believe music is integral to life’s education and provide equal access to music participation and appreciation for all.
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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 75,000 people aged 2-92, instrumentalists and non-instrumentalists alike. Our work has reached 137 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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Head of Operations
We’re looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations (maternity cover) to help drive our mission forward! This role is crucial in supporting our programmes, events, and overall operations, ensuring we continue to create inspiring musical experiences. If you're passionate about the arts, have a strong operational background, and are ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
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Chief Executive Recruitment
Join the Benedetti Foundation in shaping the future of music education! We're seeking a Chief Executive with proven leadership in arts or charity sectors to guide us through our next phase of growth. If you’re passionate about music education and have the expertise to drive impact across schools, communities, and cultural partners globally, we’d love to hear from you.
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Our Director is Moving On!
After five incredible years, our current Foundation Director, Laura Gardiner, will be moving on in mid-November to begin a new chapter returning to her teaching roots.
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Youth Ambassador Programme 2024 Open
Find out more about our new Youth Ambassador Programme. Aimed at 15-18 year olds interested in exploring or pursuing a future career in music. Deadline for Spring 2025 applicants: 31 October 23:59 BST
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Next Benedetti Sessions Announced
Registration is now open for the 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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Adult Learners In-Person Sessions
Registration is now open for our next in-person Benedetti Sessions Days for Adult String Players in Belfast (16 Nov). Priority booking is also available for Edinburgh (14 Dec).
Find out more and register to join us below.
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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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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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Residency Sessions Summer Tour
Our Summer Term Residencies will get underway in May! This term, we’ll be visiting Perth, Flintshire, Peterborough 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.
