posted by Louise Kirby, YMI Coordinator, Schools and Learning

Jam Time project was delivered to P7s at Northmuir, Letham, Strathmore and Langlands Primary. This was a free opportunity to have 2 workshops with professional musician Steven Gibbons.  He introduced basic guitar chords, explored guitar styles and pupils played along instantly to modern backing tracks.  Guitars were provided to schools for pupils to continue their interest.

Pupil feedback from Langlands “It was great to be given the opportunity to play the guitar, due to our school being given the guitars. We loved learning new chords and getting to play along to a backing track. We liked playing as part of a group because you didn’t feel put on the spot if you made a mistake. The tutorial wasn’t just about us sitting back and listening, it was a practical, “hands-on” session which was exciting. We also appreciated being give our own guitar pick! Thank you!” 

Feedback from Letham pupils “It was fun, learning new songs, learning the chords, playing the rhythm to the song.”

This project is funded by Youth Music Initiative with an aim of offering young  people opportunities to take part in enjoyable music making opportunities.

For more info on YMI projects contact KirbyL@angus.gov.uk