‘We Make Wycombe’ Spotlight
23-30 May 2026
2 Corn Market, High Wycombe, with pop-up concerts in the Eden Centre
Free, immersive musical experiences for children
This half-term, why not pop over to the Sound Shop?
Each day, we focus on an instrument group, with interactive workshops and the opportunity to try instruments for yourself.
- Booking recommended – please follow this link
- Participating children must be accompanied by an adult
- Location: the ‘We Make Wycombe’ Hub – 2 Corn Market, High Wycombe. (The Hub is a dedicated community creative space managed by ‘We Make Wycombe’.)
String Secrets
Saturday 23 May
The string family tells stories without saying a word. Children will experience how horsehair and wood generate pure emotion and hear the Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass play the fastest notes in the orchestra.
- 10.30 – 11: Experience
- 11.15 – 12: Stringed instrument trials
- for children in school years 2-5
The Rhythm Pavilion
Sunday 24 May
As the town leaps into the spirit of Frogfest, hop over to the Hub to learn about pulse and rhythm. Perfect for children who love to feel the beat, clap, and make some noise!
- 10.30 – 11: Experience
- 11.15 – 12: Instrument trials
- for children in school year 3-5
Art from the Air
Tuesday 26 May
Woodwinds are the engineers of the breath. From the bird-like chirp of the Flute to the deep, earthy growl of the Bassoon, our players will show how we carve a simple stream of air into a wonderful melody.
- 10.30 – 11: Experience
- 11.15 – 12: Woodwind instrument trials
- for children in school year 3-5
Power Play
Friday 29 May
Brass sounds the victory! See how a simple buzz transforms into a fanfare. Discover how a coiled-up tube can shake the foundations and learn the “Air Power” of the Trumpet, Trombone, Horn, and Tuba.
- 10.30 – 11: Experience
- 11.15 – 12: Brass instrument trials
- for children in school year 3-5
The Invisible Instrument
Saturday 30 May
The most personal instrument is the one you can’t see. Join our vocalists to explore the hidden mechanics of the human voice. Learn the secrets of “vocal blending” to create one massive, spine-tingling sound.
- For everyone of any age!