Sound Steps is a 10-week creative music project for young people aged 18–25 living in Kirklees who might be facing barriers to work, training or education. 

Delivered by Yorkshire Youth and Music at our Safe Space Studio in Huddersfield town centre, the project offers a supportive, non-judgemental environment where participants can build confidence, skills and routine through collaborative music-making with no previous musical experience needed.

Participants will take part in weekly sessions focused on songwriting, beat-making, recording, production and DJing, led by experienced professional music leaders. Alongside developing creative skills, sessions are designed to support wellbeing, teamwork and personal development. 

The project will end with an informal sharing event, planned by the group with support from our music leaders, giving participants the chance to celebrate what they’ve achieved in a way that feels right for them.

Key details

When: 10 Weekly sessions from 9 February – 20 April (excluding Easter Monday)

Sessions: Mondays at: 1:00 –3:45pm and 3:45 – 7:00pm

Where: Safe Space Studio, The Media Centre, Huddersfield

Free and no experience needed!

Please email us at contact@yym.org.uk if you would like to take part. 

The programme also includes:

Wellbeing workshops delivered by Temple Wellbeing and Central HEaRt, including practical techniques for managing anxiety and stress

Careers and progression support from C&K Careers, with workshops shaped by participants and optional one-to-one guidance

The project is partnered with Temple Wellbeing, Central HEaRt and C&K Careers, and is funded by Wellness Works and West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

https://www.yym.org.uk/sound-steps

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