MORABE Rural Music is a catalyst for opportunity - connecting talent, creativity and community through music, and ensuring that every child and rural community has the chance to thrive.

Breaking down barriers

We currently engage 350 children across three schools each week through our Schools Pathway, and reach over 600 people annually through our Community Pathway programmes and performances - from village halls to Snape Maltings.

  • 85% of pupils receiving individual lessons benefit from bursaries or scholarships.

  • 100% of applicants are provided with free instruments and ensemble places, with means-tested support ensuring every child can take part.

Excellence and aspiration

In 2024–25, our pupils achieved 9 distinctions and 10 merits in ABRSM exams, with several performing in (and one leading) a County String Ensemble.

Testimonials

  • Suffolk County Music Service

    “The programme that MORABE has built over a number of years is, put simply, inspirational. It places music at the centre of a programme not solely of youth engagement but of community cohesion. The inspirational nature of this work is no better demonstrated than by former pupils who return to play alongside new learners.”

Our Pathways

Morabe delivers two interconnected pathways that bring high-quality music education to where children already are. Our Schools Pathway embeds weekly learning in classrooms. Our Community Pathway expands access through local workshops, open rehearsals & performances.

Schools Pathway
Community Pathway