IWD | Musicians who inspired us to play
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating some of the musicians who inspired and gave us confidence to play what are...
Violin vs Viola: What’s The Difference? – Caswell’s Strings
They look similar, and may sound similar too, but what makes the violin different from the viola and vice versa?...
February | Opportunities, Events + Good Reads
Welcome to our February 2021 update (well done, we made it through the longest January on record!) 🎉
From opportunities and...
The History of the Piano – Markson Pianos
Have you ever wondered how the piano was invented? Or what the differences between a clavichord, harpsichord and a piano...
How to Buy Musical Instruments
Buying a new instrument for the first time can be a daunting experience. Regardless of what you are buying, it...
Take it away this Christmas
As the end of the calendar year draws near, it's time to start thinking about challenges and opportunities in the...
60 Seconds with… Ebony & Ivory
We're delighted to introduce Ebony & Ivory, the newest music shop member of the Take it away scheme!
Celebrating 40...
Accessible Instruments Challenge Showcase
Over the past few months, our eight challenge teams have been working hard to address the accessibility challenges of people...
Reshape Music – Take it away Consortium
Reshape Music: A report exploring the lived experience of Disabled musicians in education and beyond sets out the significant barriers...
IAMM Webinars
Last month we were thrilled to have been invited to speak about our work around inclusive and accessible music making...
60 Seconds with… StringWind Repairs
From repairing and selling brass, woodwind and stringed instruments to making violins in the onsite workshop, there's lots going on...
Back to School with Take it away
A new school year brings new challenges and opportunities! Will your child be picking up a new instrument? Have they...
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