Workshop Provider: Kids That Rock

Workshop/Assembly Themes & Tags: the blues, american music, rock and roll, the Beatles, guitar, rock, electric guitar, school of rock, classical, Brit pop,

Age Suitability: Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2

Delivery Locations: England, Wales

Workshop/Assembly Summary: 

Just one session will result in the whole class playing guitar together!

2022 – PRICE – £195 (normally £250)

Above price includes all equipment / travel costs to following areas; Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, West Midlands, Staffordshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottingham & Shropshire. Other areas priced on request.

The Kids That Rock Guitar Workshop is designed to engage and inspire pupils to develop a love of music and incorporates many musical elements within the National Curriculum for Key Stages 1,2 and 3.

A fresh, simple and fun way for the whole class to learn how to play guitar together. Step by step, we can learn to play along to modern pop and classic rock music that children can relate to. Every pupil will play a part, regardless of ability, resulting in the whole class playing together as a band. Get the school camera ready!

Up to 40 guitars can be supplied for the day, plenty for everyone – even teachers!
One session will result in the whole class performing together. Follow on sessions can progress pupils skills further.

Pupils can explore different genres of music, including: Classical, Blues, Reggae, Rock & Roll, Jazz, Classic Rock and Pop.

Many options to suit your needs (1 hour per class taster sessions or choose a topic for one class the whole day)

**NEW** TEACHERS ONLY session
One hours guitar tuition, just for the teachers!
Learn how to read guitar tab, play some cool rock riffs and how to read/play chords. All the necessary tools to successfully self teach.
Great for after school team building! - Just £45 extra.

Kids That Rock workshops are educational, exciting, accessible, inspirational and always FUN!

Additional Information: 

COVID Ready!

Kids That Rock is prepared to take all the necessary precautions to make our workshops COVID-safe.

Guitars will be thoroughly sanitized prior to use and after each session in readiness for the next group. Part of our delivery will be making sure the tutor and class maintain social distance and positioned at the appropriate distance apart.

We are prepared to adhere to each individual school’s protocols, making it as safe for everyone involved.

If the school/organisation is required to close due to Covid-19 and remains closed on the date for which the workshop was booked. Or pupils that are taking part, have been sent home and told to isolate and as a consequence will not be in school on the workshop date. The booking will simply be reinstated at a later date.

• Hygiene / Social Distancing / Ventilation

• Flexibility to each individual school guidelines

• Up to date risk assessment prepared.

• Flexibility in terms of deferment or cancellation.

• Book with confidence – There will be no cancellation fee or loss of deposits in relation to Covid-19

The workshops are led by Matt Tidswell who has been a full time peripatetic guitar tutor since 2007, working in schools across Cheshire and beyond.

Subject to availability, the workshop runs throughout the year.

Prices are given upon request, depending on travel distance and accommodation needs.

Workshop fee discounts are available for consecutive day bookings within the same area.
(team up with local schools)

Testimonials:

“Matt’s workshop was ACE! It was amazing to see the children so engaged in the lesson and I was impressed with how much they learnt in just one morning. Matt is a talented musician and is also very personable which made organising the day very easy. He delivered a brilliant workshop which linked to our topic, The USA. Our pupils felt extremely proud of themselves to be playing along to well-known tunes and also loved the ‘Name that Tune’ game. Many students were so inspired and eager to learn more, they have expressed an interest in guitar lessons. Thank you so much for such a great session!”
—Amy French, Teacher, Lambs Lane Primary, Reading

“This lot absolutely rocked it today 🤟🏻 The group showed persistence and determination to learn a new skill – Guitar  So proud listening to them playing along to the tunes, amazing effort from all. A few children even said it’s something they’d like to continue, showing they’ve found a new interest 🏻 Big thanks to Matt from Kids That Rock for a fantastic session.”
—Sam Pickard, SELFA Children’s Charity, Skipton, North Yorkshire

“A fantastic workshop offered by a talented musician and teacher! I couldn’t believe how the Y6 class sounded after just one session with Matt! We will definitely be making this a regular event at school. Amazing!”
—Mrs Gohr (Head of school), Pikemere Primary School, Alsager, Cheshire

“Thank you for your session, the children really enjoyed it”
- Emma Roberts – Year 2 Teacher, Keeble Gateway Academy, Thirsk, Yorkshire (November 2021)

“It was great to see year 8 and 9 students engaged in learning a new instrument and students who already knew how to play chords, still learning how to fingerpick and play individual pitches. It was an enjoyable day had by all. Matt was very encouraging and explained techniques clearly.”
—Abbi Prentice, Music Teacher, Lyndon High School (September 2021)

“Matt from Kids That Rock accommodated all of our needs, and Year 6 absolutely loved their workshop! The children got so much from the day and left feeling inspired and excited – one staff member described the atmosphere as ‘absolutely buzzing with excitement’. Thank you so much, Matt – we will be booking again!”
—Jody Dingley, Assistant Headteacher, Whitgreave Primary, West Midlands (May 2021)

“The perfect musical enrichment, an outstanding well paced workshop. All the pupils loved it, we will definitely book again!”
—Mrs Morris (Head of school) Cranberry Academy, Alsager. Cheshire

“Kids that Rock was a perfect musical treat during our school’s Enrichment Week. The children showed a great deal of progress during the day and Matt maintained a fun atmosphere. The material covered was fully inclusive and every child remained engaged throughout, due to the wide range of activities and Matt’s friendly style. I’d certainly recommend Kids that Rock and hope to book again next year.”
—Mr Barber D (Director of Music) Brentwood Preparatory School, Essex.

“The children all thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. They were enthused and confident to play, they found it hard to put the guitars down!”
—Mrs Smith (Music Coordinator) Duddon St. Peters Primary School. Cheshire

“The workshop was really engaging and hands on for the children. Matt was friendly and approachable, meaning all children were confident to ask for support and progress well. Thank you for a fantastic day!”
—Mrs Day (Y5 Teacher) Rykneld Primary School, Burton on Trent. Staffordshire.

“Matt gives the children a brilliant taste of learning an instrument in a way that enthuses and motivates them. He does this in a relevant way, by using current music which the children can engage with. I would definitely recommend his workshops.”
—Louise Anderson (Music Subject Lead) Cranberry Academy, Alsager.