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Junk Percussion Workshops for Schools

Junk Percussion

Our Junk Percussion workshop is delivered all year round and links perfectly with Art, Arts Week, Curriculum topics, Design Technology, Eco-friendly initiatives, Music and World Music Day.
  • Duration
  • Up to 8 sessions
  • Group Size
  • 30 children per session

Discover the fun of turning everyday objects into a lively “Junk” orchestra with our engaging Junk Percussion workshop. Our Junk Percussion workshops offer a creative and engaging way for children to explore recycling and sustainability while pushing the boundaries of music and rhythm. We can kick off the day with an exciting assembly.

This hands-on workshop not only fosters teamwork but also encourages self-expression, leaving your children with a great sense of achievement as they discover that rhythm is everywhere. We can conclude the day with a vibrant performance, showcasing the childrens’ newfound skills.

Who is it for?

At Primary Workshops for Schools, our Junk Percussion workshops align perfectly with subjects such as Science, the Art, Music, and Design Technology. They’re a hit during Arts Week, World Music Day, and support your school’s eco-friendly initiatives as well as enhancing curriculum topics.

Throughout the day, up to 8 classes of 30 children will have a blast creating music with everyday objects, learning how to transform them into a lively “junk” orchestra.

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How it works

A typical workshop commences with an assembly during which our percussionist will demonstrate how junk can actually be used to create rhythm. In a full day, our workshop can consist of up to 8 sessions, which culminate in an engaging performance at the end, allowing the children to deliver their rhythmical compositions.
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Structure

A full day of immersive sessions. We can deliver up to 8 sessions per day, accommodating 30 children per session. That’s up to 240 children in a single day!

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Flexible schedule

We deliver 6 sessions, stretching them to 8 if required, in a single day to meet your school’s needs.

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Performance

The day can end with an engaging performance, allowing the children to deliver their rhythmical compositions.

What makes our Junk Percussion Workshop fun and unique?

Our Junk Percussion workshops for schools transform ordinary recycled objects into extraordinary instruments. Children learn to play rhythms, create group beats, and work as a team, all while building awareness of sustainability. No musical background is needed, just enthusiasm and the freedom to make sounds.

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Why Junk Percussion

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This workshop blends music education with key environmental messages. It sparks creativity, teaches rhythm and co-ordination, and encourages the children to think differently about waste and reuse. It also helps foster group collaboration, self-expression, and a sense of pride in creating something from nothing.

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How our Junk Percussion Workshops can help

Children leave feeling confident, creative, and connected. They gain rhythm skills, learn all about recycling and sustainability, and discover that music doesn’t require traditional instruments.

For Children

This workshop is tailored to:

Creativity

Ignite their creativity by composing and experimenting with rhythms.

Collaboration

Strengthen their collaboration skills by working together to create harmonious beats.

Curriculum Understanding

Enhance and link to their understanding of National Curriculum subjects, particularly music.

For Schools

Aligned with Music, Science, Arts, and Design Technology, our Junk Percussion workshops support National Curriculum goals and eco-friendly initiatives.

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Our Artists

The facilitators of our Junk Percussion workshops for schools are enthusiastic, skilled, and great with children of all ages. Most importantly, they are all enhanced DBS-checked to give you peace of mind.

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Enjoy Customised Experiences

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We tailor every workshop to fit your school day and age group. Whether it’s Key Stage 1 or 2, we’ll adjust the pacing and session times to match your schedule and maximise engagement.

Themes and events

From Arts Week to World Music Day, our Junk Percussion workshop can help to enhance curriculum topics.

Flexible timings

Flexible scheduling ensures a seamless fit with your timetable.

Why Choose Primary Workshops for Schools?

At Primary Workshops for Schools, we love providing children with unique and enriching experiences, and the results speak for themselves:

2.5 million children reached

We’ve had the privilege of delivering inspiring workshops to over 2.5 million children across the UK, helping them learn, grow, and discover the world in new ways.

98.2% satisfaction rate

Our commitment to quality and creativity has earned us a 98.2% satisfaction rate from schools and children alike.

National Curriculum-led workshops

All of our workshops are designed to complement the National Curriculum, ensuring that your school’s educational goals are met while providing a memorable experience for children.

Enhanced DBS-checked facilitators

Safety and professionalism are at the heart of everything we do. Our facilitators are enhanced DBS-checked, experienced, and passionate about delivering high-quality workshops.

Bring Junk Percussion to Your School Today!

Ready to turn trash into treasure? Book your Junk Percussion workshop today and let your children experience the rhythm of creativity and sustainability.

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