Join Calder Groove Youth Music Collective and Launchpad in empowering the next generation of Calderdale’s music creators and industry professionals.

Curated to open doors, share knowledge, and spark opportunities, this afternoon event brings young people together to explore real pathways into the music industry.

Attendees can expect an open and supportive space to ask questions, gain valuable insights, and build lasting connections with both peers and professionals. It’s a place to start bands, form teams, and develop the skills needed to navigate and thrive in today’s music landscape.

Alongside networking opportunities, the afternoon will include a series of panels with music industry professionals, offering deeper insights into record labels, live music, and the creative process. Speakers include Claire Hamilton (Launchpad +) Tony Morley (The Leaf Label) Megan Evans (Deershed Festival) Ellur (Singer/Songwriter) Steve Chrisanthou (Songwriter / Producer) + more to be announced!

Plus join us for an afterparty taking place from 6pm - 9pm at The Grayston Unity 8 Horton St, Halifax HX1 1PU.

More casual networking and live music from Doogle (Indie Folk from West Yorkshire) plus open mic / jam session hosted by George Daniels.

Sign up for free and keep up to date as we announce speakers joining us.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Accessibility:

If you have any access requirements or questions, please free to drop us an email at hello@musiclocal.co.uk.

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Supported by Culturedale

**The event is part of Launchpad / Music:Leeds talent development program, supported by Youth Music, with public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, PPL Giving, Leeds City Council funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and PRS Foundation's Talent Development Network supported by PPL.