Music Generation Mayo Strategic Priorities 2024-2028

We are delighted to present our approved strategic priorities for Music Generation Mayo 2024-2028. This document represents the culmination of comprehensive consultations with key stakeholders, including schools, children, young people, parents, and partner organisations, facilitated by our strategic consultant, Laurence Knell from Strategic Innovation.

Through a collaborative process and valuable community input, we have developed a robust strategy that sets a strong direction for music education in Mayo. This plan reflects the needs of our community and charts an exciting course for the years ahead.

The complete strategy document is available on our Strategic Priorities page. We look forward to working together with all our stakeholders – students, parents, educators, and music enthusiasts – to bring these priorities to life over the coming years.

For any questions about the implementation of our strategy, please contact damianevans@msletb.ie.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to shaping the future of music education in Mayo.

The Big Day on The Mall 2025 – A Celebration for Everyone!

We’re excited to announce that The Big Day on the Mall is back for its second year! Join us on Saturday, May 3rd, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a full day of fantastic music, entertainment, and fun. Best of all, it’s completely free and perfect for the whole family!

Following the success of last year, we’re bringing this vibrant celebration back to the heart of the Castlebar, The Mall. Enjoy performances from the Mayo Youth Orchestra, Mayo Harp Ensemble, Mayo Uilleann Pipe Ensemble, plus special guests Joanne Gallagher, Beatboxer DC, Frankie Stevens,  Warm Side, Vallium, Dissection and Sofra O’Grady.

There’ll be something for everyone — from the Open Mic (running from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM), Drum Circle, and the energetic Massive Ukulele Jam, which kicks off at 3:00 PM (with tuning and setup from 2:30 PM). Get hands-on at the Instrument Bank and Recycled Instrument Making Workshops, both taking place in Castlebar Library from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, where you can explore and try out a variety of instruments. Plus, past and present participants from our many music programmes will be taking over the main stage throughout the day.

Don’t miss the Food Stalls, Pet Farm, and much more throughout the day.

Whether you’re a music lover or simply looking for a great day out, this is a community event not to be missed.  So pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and soak up the festival vibes this Saturday on the mall in Castlebar.  We can’t wait to see you there!

The Big Day on The Mall 2024

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Music Generation Mayo provides a variety of music programmes for children and young people around the county. Professional musicians facilitate learning on a wide range of instruments, voice and music technology across all styles of music.

Music Generation Mayo is part of Music Generation, Ireland’s National Music Education Programme which transforms the lives of children and young people through access to high-quality, subsidised performance music education.

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Ireland’s National Music Education Programme, co-funded by U2, The Ireland Funds, the Department of Education and Local Music Education Partnerships.

Our Mission

Music Generation Mayo works to remove barriers and obstacles so that children and young people can experience the joy, creativity, personal fulfilment and the connection with others that comes from being part of a music-making group.

Our Values

Music Generation Mayo is:

  • Child-centred – for a transformative, positive experience with music
  • Inclusive – providing a place where all are welcome and can be involved
  • Creative – both in the approach of the music educator and in the experience of the children/youth
  • Accessible – across all typical barriers: financial, geographical, social, special needs
  • Diverse – across genres, performance practices & teaching approaches
  • High Quality – in our tuition provision & in experience for the youth/children
  • Partnership Based – the child’s experience is supported externally
  • Sustainable – both in practice and financially

Our Vision

Music Generation Mayo seeks to provide music-making opportunities for all children and young people, so that all can develop their full creative potential.

Our Programmes

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“Music Generation Mayo are proud that our Musician Educators have taken part in the Autism Friendly Training, supporting Castlebar’s journey to becoming an Autism Friendly Town.”
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