Inspire: A CPD Conference for Music Educators

Enhancing practice, enriching learning, strengthening impact

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Music Conference

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 2 March 2027 

Time: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Venue: Worcestershire County Cricket Club, New Road, Worcester, WR2 4QQ 

Early Bird Rate until Friday 6 November 2026: £65

Standard Ticket: £85

Student Ticket: £20

Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to enhancing music education practice in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. This event promises to be an inspiring, exciting and valuable opportunity for teachers and school staff involved in music education.

Expert keynote speaker Darren Abrahams

We are excited to announce that Darren Abrahams will be joining us for the conference. Singer, mentor, trauma therapist, trainer and project leader Darren is a Regenerative Change Maker and arts facilitator working with individuals, organisations and communities. Darren is co-founder of The Human Hive and of the One World Orchestra, an associate artist and Board member of Opera Circus and trainer and Wellbeing Adviser for Musicians Without Borders. He co-presents the Conscious Creative Leadership podcast with Nadine Benjamin MBE, and publishes Spiralling Home, a weekly Substack on sustainable Change Making following the Wheel of the Year. He is co-author of Trauma Attuned Arts: A  Framework for Creative Care, published in English and Ukrainian. Darren is an expert at helping people feel safe while bringing communities together to heal. 

What's Included:

• Music performances throughout the day
• Free onsite parking
• Tea and coffee
• Lunch
• And much, much more!

What to Expect:

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow teachers, practitioners, and musicians to share ideas and experiences.
• Expert keynote speakers: Gain insights from leading voices in music education.
• A range of practical breakout sessions for all school phases
• Exhibition and Trade Stands: Explore the latest music education resources, technology, instruments, and curriculum support from exhibitors including Charanga, Music Tech, Beat Goes On, Warwick Music, and Pearson (BTEC and Edexcel).

Click here to view all sessions

How to Book

Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to secure your space early to avoid disappointment.

Book your place here 

Whether you’re an experienced Head of Music/Department or just starting your journey in music education, this conference has something for everyone. This promises to be an inspiring and practical day for music educators, with hands-on learning opportunities and the chance to discover the latest resources and approaches from practitioners and industry leaders.

We look forward to welcoming you at Worcestershire Cricket Club on Tuesday 2 March 2027!

 Brought to you by the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Music Hub

Thank you to our sponsors: