YOUNG people aged between 11-18 years are being asked to fill in an online survey to influence how they and others learn and make music in the county.

Gloucestershire County Council’s music education hub, Make Music Gloucestershire, wants to hear about young people’s experiences and interests in music no matter what style they like best or whether they have ever had a music lesson or not.

Local young people are helping to run the survey which includes in-school sessions with students.

The survey is looking at ways to improve, support and extend the music activities that happen in school, as well as out of school, in settings ranging from community centers to local homes.

Young people are also being asked how they would like to give their views and feedback in the future.

Make Music Gloucestershire is a network of individuals and organisations working together with young people. It includes schools, music teachers, leaders and tutors and music education organisations and is led by the county council.

These partners work together to make sure music education reaches as many children and young people as possible, and makes a difference to their lives and futures: unlocking their potential, and preparing them for learning and for life.

Councillor Paul McLain, Cabinet member for children and young people and commissioning said: “Whether it’s hip hop, alternative rock, solo, group or orchestra, Gloucestershire has some fantastic musical talent and we want to hear what interests you.”