Create Workshops
Regular creative music workshops for disabled and/or neurodiverse adults, their supporters and carers.
LSO Create is a welcoming music project for learning disabled and neurodivergent adults aged 18+. Led by London Symphony Orchestra musicians and creative leaders, the sessions give people the chance to make music together in a relaxed, supportive and creative environment. The project is free to take part in. Participants can explore different ways of making sound and music, using both traditional instruments and accessible music technology.
There are two ways to take part in LSO Create: Open Sessions and Create Perform.
LSO Create Open sessions
LSO Create Open Sessions are regular one-off creative music days for learning disabled and neurodivergent adults, their supporters and carers. Each session is inspired by music being performed by the LSO, and shaped by the ideas, experiences and interests of those taking part. Sessions are standalone and not linked to previous workshops.
Together, participants compose, improvise and create new music alongside LSO musicians and creative leader Mark Withers. You do not need to have played an instrument before, although people with musical experience are also very welcome. Open Sessions offer a chance to explore different ways of making music with other people and LSO musicians.
A facilitator from Drake Music supports the sessions, helping participants to use accessible music technology. Drake Music is the leading national organisation working in music, disability and technology.
Advance booking is required. Please note that Open Sessions do not include performance opportunities.
LSO Create Perform
LSO Create Perform is an ensemble focused on creating and performing original repertoire up to three times a year. Membership of the group is by invitation, and all participants have experience of and interest in rehearsing, developing ideas and performing alongside LSO musicians.
Participants may attend alone, with family members or supporters, or as part of a group from local day or residential centres. Sessions take place at LSO St Luke’s, our newly reopened accessible venue with ramp access, lifts to all levels, a hoist and an accessible toilet.
Find Out More & Take Part
To find out more about LSO Create Workshops, and for information about taking part, please contact:
Helen Lolljee LSO Discovery Project Associate (Musical Inclusion)
community@lso.co.uk
LSO Create: Inclusive Audience Opportunities
Relaxed Concerts
Free concerts particularly suited for people with sensory and communication impairments, or who are neurodiverse.
Open Rehearsals
An opportunity for individuals and groups of disabled and/or neurodiverse adults, their supporters and carers, to hear the LSO rehearsing in the Barbican Hall.
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LSO Create is generously supported by 29th May 1961 Charity, Andor Charitable Trust, Anthony and Elizabeth Mellows Charitable Settlement, David Solomons Charitable Foundation, Rix-Thompson-Rothenberg Foundation and the Worshipful Company of Fan Makers.
