Families

At Music in the Round, we believe music is for everyone!

Whether you’re looking for a friendly and accessible concert experience for your child, or seeking an unforgettable opportunity for your whole family to play alongside professional musicians, keep an eye on the activities and resources below to find something with the perfect fit for you and your family.

Home› Get Involved› Families

If you’re in Sheffield, Barnsley or Doncaster, sign up to our FREE mailing list to receive regular updates on all our musical activities.

Events

Filter by ages:
Silhouette of a Minotaur head

1 November 2024, various times

Crucible Theatre, Sheffield

THE MONSTER IN THE MAZE

Music-Makers of Sheffield

More Info & Book
Silhouette of a Minotaur head

2 November 2024, various times

Crucible Theatre, Sheffield

THE MONSTER IN THE MAZE

Music-Makers of Sheffield

More Info & Book
Giddy Goat family concert image

16 November 2024, 11:00 am

Cast, Doncaster

FAMILY CONCERT: GIDDY GOAT

Ensemble 360 & Caroline Hallam

More Info & Book
Giddy Goat family concert image

2 March 2025, 11:30 am

Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa

FAMILY CONCERT: GIDDY GOAT

Ensemble 360 & John Webb

More Info & Book
Musicians from Ensemble 360

23 March 2025, 3:00 pm

Wigmore Hall, London

CLOSE UP: MUSIC FOR CURIOUS YOUNG MINDS

Aga Serugo-Lugo & Ensemble 360

More Info & Book
Giddy Goat family concert image

17 May 2025, 11:00 am

Crucible Theatre, Sheffield

FAMILY CONCERT: GIDDY GOAT

Ensemble 360 & Lucy Drever

More Info & Book
Musicians from Ensemble 360

24 May 2025, 11:00 am

Crucible Playhouse, Sheffield

CLOSE-UP: MUSIC FOR CURIOUS YOUNG MINDS

Ensemble 360 & Elinor Moran

More Info & Book
Giddy Goat family concert image

7 June 2025, 2:00 pm

Junction, Goole

FAMILY CONCERT: GIDDY GOAT

Ensemble 360

More Info & Book

Resources

Filter by ages:

Learn the song ‘Pull the Palace Down!’ from the story of The Chimpanzees of Happy Town, a Music in the Round Storybook Concert by Children’s Composer-in-Residence Paul Rissmann, based on the book by Giles Andrae and Guy Parker-Rees. For more details, please see the Classroom Resource Pack.

Pull The Palace Down | The Chimpanzees of Happy Town

Learn the Songs

View

The Primary Singing Toolkit is a free digital resource for primary music teachers. The resource is brought to you by the ISM Trust, in partnership with the Voices Foundation and supported by the Schools Music Association (SMA).

Primary Singing Toolkit

Partner Resource

View
Video content

Caroline Hallam teachers ‘The Party Time Song’ from the story of The Chimpanzees of Happy Town, a Music in the Round Storybook Concert by Children’s Composer-in-Residence Paul Rissmann, based on the book by Giles Andrae and Guy Parker-Rees. For more details, please see the Classroom Resource Pack.

Party Time Song | The Chimpanzees of Happy Town

Learn the Songs Film

View

Caroline Hallan teaches us the song ‘One Family of Goats’ from Giddy Goat, a Music in the Round Storybook Concert by Children’s Composer-in-Residence Paul Rissmann, based on the book by Jamie Rix and Lynne Chapman.

One Family of Goats | Giddy Goat

Learn the Songs

View

Caroline Hallam teaches the grumpy Mayor’s two refrains: ‘No! No! No!’ and ‘Chop it Down!’ from the story of The Chimpanzees of Happy Town as you prepare for this storybook concert.

No! No! No! / Chop it Down! | The Chimpanzees of Happy Town

Learn the Songs

View

Use these pieces to get to know the instruments in Giddy Goat, a Music in the Round Storybook Concert by Children’s Composer-in-Residence Paul Rissmann, based on the book by Jamie Rix and Lynne Chapman. For more details on how you can use this with your children, please see the Classroom Resource Pack for Giddy Goat.

Musical Statues | Giddy Goat

Listening Together

View

Use these pieces to get to know the instruments in the Chimpanzees of Happy Town concert.

Musical Statues | Chimpanzees of Happy Town

Listening Together

View

Meet the String Musicians

Listening Together

View

Meet the instruments from The Chimpanzees of Happy Town (string quintet), a Music in the Round Storybook Concert by Children’s Composer-in-Residence Paul Rissmann, based on the book by Giles Andrae and Guy Parker-Rees. For more details, please see the Classroom Resource Pack.

Meet the Musicians Playlist | Chimpanzees of Happy Town (String Quintet)

Listening Together

View