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  • Mini Miners Gala

    Mini Miners Gala

    Durham Music Brass Band will entertain the crowds at Beamish on Friday 3 July joining in the Mini Miners Gala Celebration event. This promises to be a super event with plenty to see and do whilst enjoying the brass band sounds. Transport will be provided for participants and further details of the day will be available to participants very soon. Read more

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DMS Consett Stars and Wind Band Joint Concert with Glendale Choir

DMS Consett Stars and Wind Band Joint Concert with Glendale Choir

Once again the DMS Consett Stars Band and Consett Wind Band are joining forces with the Glendale Choir an an evening of instrumental and vocal music. Read more

Start: 25th June, 2026 at 7:00pm

End: 25th June, 2026 at 8:00pm

Published: 14th May, 2026

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Location: Leadgate Methodist Church, Tyne Avenue, Consett, DH8 6EL

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Darlington Community Carnival

Darlington Community Carnival

Durham Music Service groups perform on the platform stage at Hope Town as part of the annual Darlington Community Carnival! Sign up to take part in the DMS Pop-up Choir 2026! Young singers aged 9-16 can sign up and learn songs to then come together as part of the Darlington Carnival Celebrations at Hope Town. In addition to the pop-up choir there will also be the Darlington Stars Band and Darlington String Orchestra performing. Read more

Start: 27th June, 2026 at 12:00pm

End: 27th June, 2026 at 3:00pm

Published: 7th May, 2026

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Location: Hope Town, McNay Street, Darlington, DL3 6SW

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Durham City Wind Band and Durham Stars Band Concert

Durham City Wind Band and Durham Stars Band Concert

An end of term event for both bands. A preview for Durham Stars Band of what they could be joining in September. An opportunity for those leaving Durham City Wind Band to play solos. Great fun for both bands! Read more

Start: 29th June, 2026 at 4:00pm

End: 29th June, 2026 at 5:00pm

Published: 22nd May, 2026

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Location: Ushaw College, Woodland Road, Durham , DH7 9RH

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Durham Music Leavers' Gala Concert 2026

Durham Music Leavers' Gala Concert 2026

Durham Music Trust is delighted to celebrate the musical journey of some of its finest young musicians with this very special event. Durham Music's Gala Leavers' Concert will feature Durham Music Youth Orchestra, Youth Choir, Senior Wind Band, Youth Jazz and our Young Musician of the Year 2026. Read more

Start: 30th June, 2026 at 6:30pm

End: 30th June, 2026 at 9:30pm

Published: 1st May, 2026

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Location: Gala Theatre, Durham, DH1 1WA

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Singing Workshop led by The Sixteen hosted by Durham Music Choirs

Singing Workshop led by The Sixteen hosted by Durham Music Choirs

Incredible free singing opportunity! Professional singers from the world famous choir, 'The Sixteen', are leading a workshop for young singers in County Durham. Hosted by Durham Music Service and the DMS Choirs, singers are invited to come along and learn some new songs, work on singing technique and learn new harmonies! Sign up if you want to come along as a one-off or if you are interested in joining one of the DMS Choirs in September! Bring a friend! (EVERYONE MUST SIGN-UP IN ADVANCE) Read more

Start: 2nd July, 2026 at 4:00pm

End: 2nd July, 2026 at 7:00pm

Published: 21st May, 2026

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Location: Elvet Methodist Church, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HL

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DMS Consett Stars Band and Consett Wind Band Summer Concert

DMS Consett Stars Band and Consett Wind Band Summer Concert

DMS Consett Stars Band and Consett Wind Band will showcase the pieces they have been working on this term, including a debut performance from some brand new DMS stars! Read more

Start: 2nd July, 2026 at 4:30pm

End: 2nd July, 2026 at 5:30pm

Published: 14th May, 2026

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Location: Consett Academy, Ashdale Road, Consett, DH8 6LZ

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Mini Miners Gala

Mini Miners Gala

Durham Music Brass Band will entertain the crowds at Beamish on Friday 3 July joining in the Mini Miners Gala Celebration event. This promises to be a super event with plenty to see and do whilst enjoying the brass band sounds. Transport will be provided for participants and further details of the day will be available to participants very soon. Read more

Start: 3rd July, 2026 at 9:00am

End: 3rd July, 2026 at 3:00pm

Published: 12th May, 2026

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Location: Beamish, Durham, DH9 0RG

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DMS Stars Band Darlington, Darlington Rocks and Darlington Strings Orchestra Summer Concert

DMS Stars Band Darlington, Darlington Rocks and Darlington Strings Orchestra Summer Concert

Summer Concert - DMS Darlington Stars Band, Darlington Rocks and Darlington Strings Orchestra will provide a varied and enjoyable selection of music to end the term. Read more

Start: 6th July, 2026 at 3:45pm

End: 6th July, 2026 at 6:00pm

Published: 30th April, 2026

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Location: Dining Hall, Hummersknott Academy, Edinburgh Drive, Darlington, DL3 8AR

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Durham Music Youth & Training Choirs - Summer Leavers' Soiree

Durham Music Youth & Training Choirs - Summer Leavers' Soiree

An hour-long concert by the Youth and Training Choirs, featuring performances by our Youth Choir leavers. Read more

Start: 9th July, 2026 at 6:00pm

End: 9th July, 2026 at 7:00pm

Published: 4th June, 2026

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Location: Elvet Methodist Church, 8 Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HL

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Durham City Orchestra and Durham Stars End of Year Concert

Durham City Orchestra and Durham Stars End of Year Concert

Durham Music City Orchestra and Durham Stars Orchestra will be performing an informal sharing concert for parents/carers. Rehearsal at 4p.m. - Parents/carers please arrive at 4.35p.m for concert to begin at 4.40p.m. Read more

Start: 13th July, 2026 at 4:00pm

End: 13th July, 2026 at 5:00pm

Published: 11th June, 2026

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Location: Durham Johnston Comprehensive School, Crossgate Moor, Durham, DH1 4SU

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Momentum - Brass Festival Durham 2026

Momentum - Brass Festival Durham 2026

Momentum: a collaborative project with the NASUWT Brass Band and DMS brass students from Durham Johnston School, St Margaret's and Thornhill Primary Schools. Students and members of the NASUWT Brass Band have worked collaboratively in workshops, playing together a wide variety of original and traditional music in anticipation of the event at the Locomotion Museum. Read more

Start: 13th July, 2026 at 6:00pm

End: 13th July, 2026 at 9:00pm

Published: 11th June, 2026

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Location: Locomotion Museum, Dale Road Industrial Estate, Shildon, DL4 2RE

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  • Momentum - Brass Festival Durham 2026

    Momentum - Brass Festival Durham 2026

    Momentum: a collaborative project with the NASUWT Brass Band and DMS brass students from Durham Johnston School, St Margaret's and Thornhill Primary Schools. Students and members of the NASUWT Brass Band have worked collaboratively in workshops, playing together a wide variety of original and traditional music in anticipation of the event at the Locomotion Museum.

  • Durham City Orchestra and Durham Stars End of Year Concert

    Durham City Orchestra and Durham Stars End of Year Concert

    Durham Music City Orchestra and Durham Stars Orchestra will be performing an informal sharing concert for parents/carers. Rehearsal at 4p.m. - Parents/carers please arrive at 4.35p.m for concert to begin at 4.40p.m.

  • DMS Weardale and Teesdale Flute Stars 2026-27

    DMS Weardale and Teesdale Flute Stars 2026-27

    A fun group for pupils in Years 5 and 6 who already receive small group recorder lessons in school. Come along and transfer your skills to flute. A fun way to learn a new instrument, make new friends and take part in a music group all at the same time!

  • Durham Music Youth & Training Choirs - Summer Leavers' Soiree

    Durham Music Youth & Training Choirs - Summer Leavers' Soiree

    An hour-long concert by the Youth and Training Choirs, featuring performances by our Youth Choir leavers.

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