Solo Performance Platform
Young musicians are invited to our Solo Performance Platform. Performing is fantastic way for young musicians to gain experience and develop confidence.
East London Youth Battle of the Bands
A new annual showcase celebrating talented young musicians from across East London.
Presented by Waltham Forest Music Service, In partnership with We Can Be Heroes.
Hosted at Big Penny Social in Walthamstow, E17 on Wednesday, 11th November, this exciting live event will bring together bands representing seven local authority music services alongside five independently selected wild card acts, competing for prizes and recognition in front of a live audience of approximately 300 people.
Seven east London boroughs will be represented by bands nominated by their local music service. Additionally, there are at least five ‘Wild Card’ places available for bands applying directly to take part. The wildcard places will be offered to bands with at least two members from the ELMA region (Barking & Dagenham, Hackney, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets and / or Waltham Forest) and applicants will be asked to provide a recording or video to support their application. The application deadline for these wildcard spaces is 16th October. The application form, with full details of criteria, can be found here. Tickets for this event are available here.
