The Waste Not Sound Lab

Beats from bins, rhythms from rubbish

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Location address: Unit 12 Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton
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Ages: 9 - 16 years

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Free Council funded Free
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Funded by City of Wolverhampton Council
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The Waste Not Sound Lab block mentored by Beatsabar Music Project CIC
A summary
This summer, Beatsabar is bringing an exciting FREE music and sustainability workshop for children and families! Over five weeks, young creatives will get hands-on with music production, lyric writing, and live recording, all while learning about reducing food waste in fun and inspiring ways. Participants will: Write and perform raps or songs about “wonky” fruit, leftovers, and creative cooking Create instruments from recycled food packaging—think rice shakers, tin-can cymbals, and more Learn rhythm, beat-making, and DJ skills with in-house music mentors Film their own “No Waste Jam” music video End with a live showcase performance for friends and family! Through rhythm and rhyme, children will explore positive themes such as healthy living, sustainability, and creative expression in a fun, supportive environment.
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About your mentor
Beatsabar Music Project CIC
Record...Rehearse...Learn
Beatsabar Music Project is equipped with two recording studios and a rehearsal space. We offer enrichment activities to young people facing complicated situations, host music-based workshops for various age groups and abilities during holidays, and provide commercial bookings for professional recording artists. Over the past 10 ½ years, Beatsabar has been a prominent community recording studio in Wolverhampton, collaborating with schools, PRUs, youth intervention groups, charities and probation services. We've played a vital role in helping talented individuals acquire new skills, training, and employment opportunities.
Timetable
The Waste Not Sound Lab – Daily Timetable 10:00 – 10:30am Wake & Shake Fun group warm-up with dance or movement Rhythm games and body percussion Ice-breaker activities to energise the group 10:30 – 11:45am Creative Studio Sessions (Rotation Groups) Children split into smaller groups to explore: Music Production: Beat-making, sound editing Songwriting & Lyric Lab: Writing verses and hooks Art & Instrument Making: Create instruments from recycled materials Live Music Jam: Play drums, guitar, percussion & explore rhythm 12:00 – 12:30pm Lunch Break Bring your own lunch or enjoy provided meals 12:30 – 1:00pm Healthy Living & Eco Chat Group discussions, games, and quizzes Themes: eating well, reducing food waste, reusing materials 1:00 – 2:15pm Project Development Time Continue creative sessions Record vocals, practice performances Final touches on lyrics, art, or video content 2:15 – 2:45 Group Sharing & Rehearsal Try out performances in front of peers Watch back video clips or listen to audio Friendly feedback and team encouragement 2:45 – 3:00pm Cool Down & Reflection or FREE play Stretch, breathe, reflect on the day Share one thing learned or enjoyed Get ready for the next day’s jam!
Learning aims
Aim 1
Gain knowledge about he importance of reducing food waste
Aim 2
Learn about the music making process with help from our in-house music producers and sound engineers
Aim 3
Learn about song writing techniques and how to record an original song about a specific theme.
Pricing information
Ticket nameFree Council funded
Price£0
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Where we'll be
Unit 12 Newhampton Arts Centre, Dunkley Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 4AN
WHAT’S PROVIDED
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Cancellation Policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience is an educational activity and the 14-day cooling-off period under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 therefore applies. After the 14 day period my standard policy will apply.