Suburban Sounds is an exciting 12-week performance music programme aimed at post-primary students across the South Dublin County region. It introduces young musicians to the world of song-writing, recording and performing. It aims to empower and link young people in the community using a creative platform for self-expression. The programme is managed and delivered in a partnership between Alternative Entertainments and CONTACT Studio.
CONTACT Studio is a South Dublin County Arts Office initiative. Suburban Sounds Schools is funded under the Music Generation/Arts Council Partnership and by Music Generation South Dublin, South Dublin County Council and Dublin/Dun Laoghaire ETB.
Throughout the programme students are mentored by professional musicians, working towards creating, producing and performing music from the original conception to the final product and performance.
This performance music programme focuses on creativity, tuition, group work and project management. Participants are given a whole music experience that will benefit them in many areas of their careers going forward.