Music Crew

Welcome Back , Part 3, with Rik Kershaw from Lancashire Music Hub. In this episode , Rik and Elaine discuss composing, in the primary music curriculum.

Welcome back. This is Part 2 of our conversation with Rick Kershaw from Lancashire Music Hub . In Part 1, Rick shared honest insights into the realities of music education and the challenges, the opportunities, and why access matters so much. In this episode, we’re picking up that thread and looking at what meaningful, inclusive music-making can look like in practice and how we can help more child...

Choosing a primary music curriculum can feel overwhelming ,progression, staff confidence, assessment, inclusion, and time. In our first of four episodes, Elaine Sutton chats with Rick Kershaw (Lancashire Music Hub) about what to look for in a curriculum that's genuinely musical, supports non-specialists, and builds skills over time. You'll leave with practical questions to ask, common pitfalls to...

This month's episode welcomes Anne, the inspiring founder of BECHILDLED—a pioneering initiative dedicated to transforming education for SEND and deaf children. Anne shares the personal journey that led to the creation of BECHILDLED and reveals the core philosophy that sets their approach apart in the world of special education. We dive into the biggest misconceptions and challenges faced by parent...

In this special episode, the tables are turned as our usual host, Elaine, steps into the spotlight as the guest! Interviewed by Dawn, the newest member of our team, Elaine shares her fascinating journey through music and education. Discover Elaine’s background in schools, her experiences working on stage, the many instruments she plays, and her unique perspective on teaching and SATs. This episode...

🎶 Welcome to Our Award Winning Teach Hullabaloo! Music Primary Curriculum Podcast – Episode 11 🎙️✨ This month, we’re turning up the energy with the one and only Mr. Motivator! 💪🎵 The fitness icon joins us to chat about the incredible synergy between fitness and music, and how both can transform lives! 🎶💃 Join us as we explore: 🏋️‍♂️🎵 Fitness & Music – How do they work together to boost...

🎶 Welcome to Teach Hullabaloo! Music Podcast – Episode 10 🎙️✨ This month, we’re diving into the world of AI and creativity with Dave Woodcock , an ex-Deputy Headteacher with a passion for bringing music to schools! 🎸🎶 Join us as we explore: 🤖🎵 AI & Creativity – Do we truly own music created by AI? 🎼💭 Artificial Inspiration? – What do we think about AI-generated creative material? 🎸🎹...

🎶 Welcome to Teach Hullabaloo! Music – Episode 09 🎙️✨ This week, we’re tuning into the rhythm of life with Matt Simmons , a sales expert with a deep love for music. From car ride soundtracks to his days in the arts, Matt shares how music has shaped his journey in unexpected ways! Expect a jam-packed session as Matt reveals: 🎸 The Soundtrack of Sales – How music plays a role in his career 🎶💼...

🎶 All Aboard the Hullabaloo Fun Bus! 🎙️🚌💨 This week, we’re hitting the road (literally!) with the Hullabaloo Fun Bus, and it’s making a pit stop in Preston 🎵✨ Joining us for the ride is the marvellous Suzanne Stewart – an ex-teacher and music specialist, here to share her love for all things music. Expect road trip vibes as Suzanne spills: 🎹 Her childhood tales of banging out tunes (and driv...

🎄✨ Christmas Special: Music, Kazoos & Festive Cheer! 🎶🎅 In this magical Christmas Special episode of Teach Hullabaloo! Music , we welcome Andrea from Music in Hospitals & Care 🎤, a charity dedicated to improving health and wellbeing through the healing power of live music . Andrea shares her inspiring journey, her incredible work with the charity, and her attempts to master the Hullak...

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎭✨ Join us for an exciting chat with the incredibly talented, Tom Lister —actor, singer, and all-round entertainer! 🌟 From his iconic role as Carl King in Emmerdale to thrilling performances in Heartbeat and dazzling musical theatre productions, Tom shares it all. 🎶🎥 🔥 Discover: The hilarious story of his early audition days! 😂 Life on stage in musicals and on cruise s...

🎤 Episode 06 is here! 🎶 In this delightful episode, Elaine welcomes her old school music teacher, Teresa Bagnoli! Join us as we explore Teresa's incredible journey through the world of music, her passion for teaching, and the unforgettable moments that shaped her career. 🎹✨ And don’t miss the highlight of the episode—a spontaneous duet between Elaine and Teresa on the keyboard! Plus, we’ll kee...

🎤 Episode 04 is live! 🎶 In this electrifying episode, we sit down with the one and only Dave McPartlin! Join us as we dive into Dave’s journey from dedicated headteacher to an unforgettable moment in the spotlight, with a Golden Buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent ! 🌟Discover what fuels his passion for education and the creative magic behind his success. Plus , don't miss our usual crowd favourites:...

In Episode 03 of our podcast, we dive into the world of music with the talented Henry Crabtree. From first picking up the guitar in primary school, to touring with his band, Good Foxy, Henry shares his journey of becoming a seasoned musician. We explore how learning an instrument in school can lead to the experience of being on the road and the thrill of performing live. If you're a fan of great m...

Our second podcast features local Samba band and primary school music provider, Steve Brown. We hear all about his musical background, hear some of his composition work, and listen to him drumming and whistling, all at the same time!

In this inaugural podcast, we invite special guest, Christine Chatterley, to help us tell the story of Hullabaloo! You can find out the important role Christine has played in our journey so far. Other features include an informative book review ('The Bear and the Piano'), fun mystery musical instrument slot and much more. Oh, and there’s a video version as well - here’s the link: https://youtu.be/...