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Instrument Trials

Children in year 2-5 who want to play an instrument are invited to try instruments and talk to the experts about which one suits them best.

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Children in year 2-5 who want to play an instrument are invited to try instruments and talk to the experts about which one suits them best. Click here to find out more!

This Week’s News

ANNOUNCING

the winner of the Hannah Boddy Award for Endeavour 2025/26

Presented in memory of Hannah, whose courage, resilience and devotion to music endured through profound personal challenges, the Hannah Boddy Award for Endeavour celebrates the quiet, unassuming effort that turns potential into progress.
This year’s recipient truly embodies this spirit, regularly challenging himself, tackling new musical hurdles and discovering inner strength. Congratulations William.

Congratulations to our fabulous Senior Brass on their triumph at the Music For Youth National Festival – they have been invited to play at Birmingham Symphony Hall in July!

‘Wow, what a concert!’ ‘Breathtaking!’ ‘Two wonderful concerts, beautifully executed and hugely enjoyable’ – just a few of the comments from the delighted audiences at CMA’s 10th anniversary concerts.

CMA’s Concert Band have once again won the top Platinum Award at the National Concert Band Festival, consolidating their reputation as one of the leading youth bands in the UK.

Symphony Orchestra have been awarded a place in the National Festival of Music for Youth finals at Birmingham Symphony Hall in July.

‘It was a pleasure to be part of such a wonderful event – just amazing!’ – Mayor of High Wycombe Arif Hussain – Coronation Party, 2023

‘Thank goodness for CMA where so many experienced teachers guide students, from the very beginners to the most advanced!’

–Christine Rice, opera singer and CMA Patron

‘I am so proud of everything Chiltern Music Academy do.’

-Nicholas Daniel, oboist, conductor, BBC Young Musician of the Year 1980 and CMA Patron

‘It’s vital for local, talented string players to be able to explore and develop their natural musical gifts. CMA provides this education with wonderful creativity and passion.’

-Lawrence Power, viola virtuoso and CMA Patron