Band Labz, Where Musicians Make the Band!

Learn how to play with others. Build confidence, timing, listening skills — and perform live on stage at our annual Blanch Music Concert.

Guided band ensembles for teens and adults, led by professional gigging musicians

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Why Band Labz?

Most music students learn alone.

They can play songs…
They can pass exams…
But when it comes to playing with other musicians — they freeze.

Band Labz was created to solve that exact problem.

This programme helps musicians move from solo players to

confident band members by learning:

  • How to stay in time with a drummer

  • How to listen and lock in with bass and rhythm

  • How to follow a singer and shape a song together

  • How to rehearse, communicate, and perform as a group

And the best part? Every group works towards a real goal:
Performing live at our annual Blanch Music Concert.

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Who Is Band Labz For?

Band Labz is ideal for students who can already play a little and are ready for the next step.

We run three age groups:

  • 12–14 years

  • 15–17 years

  • Adults

(Under 18 groups may be blended depending on numbers.)

This programme is perfect if you or your child:

  • Can already play some songs or pieces

  • Wants to join a band but doesn’t know how

  • Lacks confidence playing with others

  • Loves music and wants a fun, social way to improve

Not suitable for complete beginners — some basic playing ability is required.

Current Timetable of Classes

Term 2 Ensemble Dates:

  • 31/01/2026

  • 14/02/2026

  • 28/02/2026

  • 14/03/2026

  • 28/03/2026

Term 3 Ensemble Dates:

  • 25/04/2026

  • 09/05/2026

  • 23/05/2026

  • 13/06/2026

  • 27/06/2026

How Band Labz Works

Each group follows a structured but fun band syllabus designed by our teaching team.

Class Format

  • 90-minute sessions

  • Term-based on specific listed dates

  • Small groups: minimum 4 / maximum 7 students

Instruments Welcome

  • Voice

  • Guitar

  • Drums

  • Bass

  • String (Violin Etc)

  • Piano / Keyboard

Students are carefully grouped to ensure balanced bands and a positive learning experience.

What You’ll Learn

Band Labz focuses on the real-world skills musicians need in bands:

  • Playing in time and staying in sync

  • Listening and reacting to other players

  • Song structure and arrangement

  • Rehearsal techniques

  • Confidence and stage presence

  • Preparing for live performance

By the end of the programme, students won’t just play better —
they’ll think like musicians and perform like a band.

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Guided by Real Gigging Musicians

Every Band Labz group is led by a professional Blanch Music teacher who is:

  • A multi-instrumentalist

  • An experienced live performer

  • Actively gigging and recording

That means students learn not just from textbooks —
but from musicians who’ve stood on real stages and played in real bands.

Our guided syllabus keeps the programme consistent, structured, and progressive across all groups.

Ready to Join Band Labz?

Places are limited to keep groups small and high-quality.

If you’re ready to take the next step from solo playing to real band performance:

👉 Book Your Place
👉 Register Now
👉 Secure Your Spot & Pay Online

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