Thank you to our fantastic 2025 sponsors.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
www.outoftheark.com www.sparkyard.com
At Out of the Ark we have a long-standing passion for bringing the power of singing to every pupil and every teacher in every school. We have more than thirty years’ experience of writing songs, musicals and nativities to inspire and educate, and we know just how impactful singing can be on individuals and organisations alike. We created our subscription platform, Sparkyard, with the ambition to provide primary schools with a comprehensive resource that would enable every school and teacher to bring music into their day, regardless of their prior experience. Come over and say hi at the show.
GOLD SPONSOR
Rocksteady Music School is the UK’s leading pop and rock school, trusted by thousands of primary schools to teach tens of thousands of children in-school band lessons every week.
Through its pioneering, child-led teaching methods, Rocksteady empowers children to tune into their self-belief and amplify their potential, building a sense of confidence that carries far beyond the classroom!
Led by multi-talented musicians, Rocksteady’s band lessons are designed so that any child can take part, regardless of their previous experience. It’s about forging new friendships, developing life skills, and sparking a lifelong love of music – all whilst having fun!
PIANO SPONSOR
The world’s largest musical instrument manufacturer and only full-line supplier of keyboard, brass, wind, strings, guitar, drums, audio, music tech and much more. Visit our stand and talk to our dedicated education team to find out how you can have a great new piano in your school from just £15 per month!
CAFÉ SPONSOR
Rocksteady Music School is the UK’s leading pop and rock school, trusted by thousands of primary schools to teach tens of thousands of children in-school band lessons every week.
Through its pioneering, child-led teaching methods, Rocksteady empowers children to tune into their self-belief and amplify their potential, building a sense of confidence that carries far beyond the classroom!
Led by multi-talented musicians, Rocksteady’s band lessons are designed so that any child can take part, regardless of their previous experience. It’s about forging new friendships, developing life skills, and sparking a lifelong love of music – all whilst having fun!
CHIILL & CHARGE SPONSOR
Lark Music are the UK’s No.1 musical instrument insurer with more than 25 years’ experience supporting musicians from all over the world, insuring more than 70’000 customers. It’s the people who make music happen, so we help all music lovers protect what they care about most; their instruments. We understand the diversity of the music sector and protect all musical instruments across every type of genre, whether you play professionally or for fun.
Maybe you’re a student just starting out, a full time professional musician or collector. Or perhaps you work in the industry as a repairer, luthier or retailer. Whatever you do, and whatever stage you’re at, we can offer flexible policies allowing you to choose the cover that leaves you safe in the knowledge that your prized musical instruments and equipment are protected. With our team of music experts, we’re committed to providing an industry leading level of service and cover that protects what musicians love.
Our dedicated and helpful team are immersed in the music sector and possess an in-depth knowledge of the musical world. Their understanding of your needs enables them to find the right instrument insurance for every customer. At Lark Music we understand that no two musicians are the same – but the love of music unites us all.
LANYARD SPONSOR
RSL Awards qualifications consist of Rockschool graded music exams, performance & teaching diplomas; RSL classical graded music exams; performance arts awards (PAA); vocational qualifications (VQ) and creative qualifications (CQ). All RSL qualifications are fully regulated by Ofqual and developed by both senior academics and leading industry exemplars. We pride ourselves on delivering the most academically rigorous and industry relevant qualifications designed to support all aspiring musicians, performers, educators and teaching establishments, wherever they may be.
MUSIC STAND SPONSOR
www.blackcatmusic.com www.acousticabins.com
Black Cat Music is proud to be the exclusive European Master Distributor for Wenger Corporation, supplying music and performance equipment ranging from music stands, choir and band folders, orchestra seating, staging, conductor's equipment and instrument storage solutions to sound isolating practice rooms, and full-stage acoustic shells. All Wenger products come with a minimum five-year guarantee.
Black Cat is also the UK distributor for Studiobricks self-install acoustic pods, suitable for school music practice areas and recording spaces for various applications such as podcasting. The pods are also ideal as confidential meeting rooms, language laboratories and examination rooms.
CPD Accreditation: Music and Drama Education Expo offers 70+ CPD-certified seminars
These sessions have been assessed by the CPD Group, to ensure they hold all the fundamental elements to meet professional CPD principles.
By attending Music and Drama, you can then apply for your personal certificate.
How do I receive my certificate?
Following the event all those that attended will be emailed a link to download their personal certificate.
