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Jazz and Blues Workshop

Learn all about jazz, blues and improvisation with the inspirational pianist, Tim Richards. Tim has been present on the UK and international jazz scene since the early 1980s and has toured and recorded with the likes of Otis Grand, Dana Gillespie and Earl Green.

Keeping You Safe

Keeping you safe is our number one priority and we want our customers, students and staff to feel comfortable when visiting or having lessons with us. Learn about the steps we are taking to help prevent the ongoing spread of coronavirus.

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Live Music in Schools: Back For Good!

We've been busy this month sending our music tutors out to perform live at local schools. The band have been helping to inspire and motivate young people to reignite that spark for music. Find out how they got on!

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Drum, Drum, Drum!

On Tuesday 17th August we welcomed Karlos Edwards to Hogan Music for a day of all things drum kit and percussion! One of the participants, Alice Green, reflects on her experience of the day.

Top 10 Musical Things to Do in August

Explore our top 10 musical things to do this August in Newbury, Berkshire. Find musical events, performances, workshops, and classes from our local area to keep you entertained over the summer holidays. From free events and try-out instrument sessions, to concerts and performances from a wide range of artists and bands - there is lots going on!

World Music Day At Burghclere Primary School

Burghclere Primary School celebrated World Music Day in style on Monday 21st June! Chair of Burghclere School Brass Band Committe, Lucy Morgan, shares more about the special guests, fun-packed musical workshops and activities that the children enjoyed - with a helping hand from Hogan Music!

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Return of Face-to-Face Music Lessons

One of our music tutors, Laura Bellamy, shares her experience of teaching online during lockdown and what it's been like to come back to face-to-face lessons at Hogan Music.

First 30 Days in Office

We added Sam Wyne to our team at the start of last month. Sam has spent the last eight years working in music education, both as a teacher and leader. He will be taking the lead on our school programmes, partnerships, social media, affiliate programme and many other areas across our organisation.

Find out how he got on with his busy first 30 days in office!