Upcoming Groups and Events
A round-up of everything we have going on in the coming months.
We’d love you to get involved!
Stripped Back Social
We’re so excited for our next Stripped Back Social - part of Sunniside Open Studios, there’ll be music from Jeremy M , Harry Briton, Martha & The Magpies and Ava Ross.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
Lambton St YMP
A few spaces are open at the Lambton Street Young Musicians Project for ages 11-18.
Sessions are free and shaped by the young people taking part - try music, write, play, work with professional musicians and make music with others. No experience needed - just come along!
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just turn up.
Lambton St Singing Group
A space for young people aged 11–16 in Sunderland to come together and sing popular songs in a supportive, feel-good group environment.
All abilities and experiences are welcome! FREE TO ATTEND.
Email info@wemakeculture.co.uk, message 07445 088555 or just come along.
In The Studio Summer School
Spend time in a professional recording studio learning how songs are written, developed and recorded.
Working alongside experienced music leaders, you'll have the opportunity to write music, create demos, record tracks and gain hands-on experience of the studio environment.
Music Futures Summer School
A two-day summer school, providing an insight into what's going on with music in Sunderland! Exclusive behind the scenes tour of music spaces, such as Northern Academy for Music Education, The Fire Station, Pop Recs and Field Music Studios, and the opportunity to have a go at making some music in these spaces!
21 and 22 August 2026, 10.30am -3.30pm
Free to attend.
Sign up here: https://airtable.com/appJaf1vuJEEdjcEG/shrLhG0rpzh40KSwE
Young Musicians Project Summer Taster
Have you ever wondered what goes on at a YMP session, or wanted to try collaborative songwriting? Join us in a professional music studio to create music, share ideas, and meet other young people who love music.
Sessions are led by professional musicians and are open to all experience levels.
A to B Music Conference
Whether you’re already making music or just curious about creative careers, A to B is a free day of panels, workshops, live music and conversations with artists and industry professionals about building a future in music.
Pop Choir: June
Join us at the iconic Port Independent for SINGING JOY! Bring on that dopamine hit with Jennie Brewis and pop classics, sunshine, pals, fun!
We learn a new song at every session, so no worries if you can't attend every group. No auditions, no reading music, no solos. Just pop fun.
YMP Community Social
Join us for a celebration of the Young Musicians Project community! Including performers from all of our YMP groups.
Introduction to Playing Together and Songwriting
A chance to join other young people interested in music in a professional recording studio to start playing together and writing songs. No experience necessary!
Behind the Scenes at a Music Venue
Hosted by Ben Richardson, from the legendary Independent, this workshop is a chance to learn about backstage roles in a music venue from box office to sound and lights. Also, an insight into how sound checks work!
Pop Choir: May
Join us at the iconic Port Independent for SINGING JOY! Bring on that dopamine hit with Jennie Brewis and pop classics, sunshine, pals, fun!
We learn a new song at every session, so no worries if you can't attend every group. No auditions, no reading music, no solos. Just pop fun.
Hendon YMP
Weekly session for young people, aged 11-16, to start playing and singing, work together in bands, have a go at an instrument and be part of a creative community. No music experience needed to join.
Stripped Back Social
Chilled out acoustic performances by members of WMC's Young Musicians Project. Come along and support new music in the city!
Lambton Street YMP
Weekly session for young people, aged 11-18, to start playing and singing, work together in bands, have a go at an instrument and be part of a creative community. No music experience needed to join.
YMP Wednesday
A weekly session for young people, aged 13-19, to make their own music, develop their skills and be part of a creative community, working with professional musicians and with each other.
YMP Monday
A weekly session for young people, aged 13-19, to make their own music, develop their skills and be part of a creative community, working with professional musicians and with each other.
YMP Saturday
A weekly session for young people, aged 13-19, to make their own music, develop their skills and be part of a creative community, working with professional musicians and with each other.