We help young people across the Isle of Man discover, learn and enjoy music — building confidence, creativity and skills that last a lifetime.
Our Vision
To inspire, empower and provide musical opportunities that support all young people. We strive to be a forward-thinking, inclusive and nurturing organisation, enriching lives across the Isle of Man.
Our mission:
Our mission is to inspire, empower and provide musical opportunities that support all young people. In striving for excellence, we aim to be a forward-thinking, inclusive, and nurturing organisation, enriching lives across the Isle of Man.
We provide a comprehensive and inclusive music education programme that offers instrumental and vocal teaching, musical ensembles, classroom music, and specialist provision support to all levels of musicians, from beginner to advanced.
We aim to stimulate and encourage lifelong learning, promoting success and achievement among our music pupils. Our dedicated team of highly qualified teachers serve as positive role models, empowering all students to reach their full musical potential.
We support GCSE and A Level music studies while our whole class music teaching programme in key stage 2 is being developed to ensure that every student has access to the transformative power of music.
Our Values
- Inclusivity & equality of access
- Integrity
- Community
- Professionalism
- Collaboration
What We Do
- Instrumental and vocal lessons in schools
- Whole-class programmes in key stage 2
- Secondary SPC music
- Support for GCSE and A Level music students
- Manx Children’s Choir and Manx Youth Orchestra ensembles
- Concerts and performance opportunities across the Island
- Access to graded exams (ABRSM & Trinity)
- Off-island visits and cultural opportunities
How Learning Works
Pupils can opt to learn an instrument as early as Year 4 through small group lessons. As they progress, they can continue with individual or group tuition and take part in ensembles and performances.
The Manx Youth Orchestra ensembles, provide opportunities for students to apply their skills in a collaborative environment, build friendships, and develop confidence.
The Music Service also offers an instrument hire scheme and access to a wide library of sheet music to support learning both in schools and at the Music Centre.
Our Impact
Young musicians from all schools across the Isle of Man learn, rehearse, and perform with the support of our dedicated team each week.
Many former pupils continue their musical journey into higher education, professional careers, or continue an enriching hobby into adult life, contributing to the Island’s vibrant cultural life.
Our Partners
We work closely with schools, cultural organisations and community partners to provide high-quality musical opportunities across the Island.
- Bus Vannin
- Culture Vannin
- Department of Education, Sport and Culture
- Douglas Buxton Music Trust
- Douglas Youth Arts Centre
- Friends of the Manx Youth Orchestra
- Isle of Man Arts Council
- Isle of Man Symphony Orchestra
- Isle of Man Wind Orchestra
- Royal Northern College of Music
- Villa Gaiety Complex
Get Started
Interested in lessons or ensembles? Find out how to get involved below.