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RainBo Music Trust - Bideford Music Day and Beyond
Bideford Youth Club
Great Torrington Town Hall
Great Torrington Town Hall
The RainBo Music Trust purchased a drum kit for Bideford Youth Club in 2021 with money raised through Bideford Music Day.
Great Torrington Town Hall
Great Torrington Town Hall
Great Torrington Town Hall
In 2023 The RainBo Music Trust used some of the money raised at Bideford Music Days 2023 to hold an all day event at Great Torrington Town Hall. This included a number of free Music Workshops and Live Performances.
The Covid19 Episode
Great Torrington Town Hall
The Covid19 Episode
Covid put a hold on many things, and as a relatively new charity it was a frustrating time. However, we managed to hold a Bideford Music Day despite everything that was going on, Livestreamed by Beep Media from The Palladium Club in Bideford, people were able to join the event from their homes.
The RainBo Fun Run
The Covid19 Episode
Started in 2022 the RainBo Fun Run is a colour run taking place in Victoria Park at the very start of the Music Day weekend. The event is intended to raise funds towards the costs of producing Bideford Music Day.. Entrants run / walk around the park, passing 7 stations where they are covered in all the colours of the rainbow!
RainBo Crew
Our Sponsors
Bideford Music Day relies heavily on support from it's amazing volunteers. If you would like to get involved please get in touch! The Trust has successfully gained funding for volunteer training for 2024 from Devon County Council's Growing Fund. This will mean volunteers will undertake First Aid Training, Health and Safety Training, Customer Service Training and Radio Communication Training.
Our Sponsors
Our Sponsors
Bideford Music Day relies heavily on grants, funding and sponsors. WIthout the support from these sources the event would not happen. Funding and Support for the 2024 event has been provided by organisations and businesses including Bideford Town Council, Bideford Bridge Trust, Evans Transport and Tarka Scaffolding. We would like to say a
Bideford Music Day relies heavily on grants, funding and sponsors. WIthout the support from these sources the event would not happen. Funding and Support for the 2024 event has been provided by organisations and businesses including Bideford Town Council, Bideford Bridge Trust, Evans Transport and Tarka Scaffolding. We would like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to these organisations and businesses for their support.
Volunteer Training
In July 2024 we secured £3,000 funding from Devon County Council's Growing Communities Fund.
This was used to provide training for a number of our Volunteers. Volunteers undertook First Aid Training, Health and Safety Training, Radio and Communication Training.
This training helped our Volunteers with their roles within Bideford Music Day
In July 2024 we secured £3,000 funding from Devon County Council's Growing Communities Fund.
This was used to provide training for a number of our Volunteers. Volunteers undertook First Aid Training, Health and Safety Training, Radio and Communication Training.
This training helped our Volunteers with their roles within Bideford Music Day and beyond. We would like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone that took part, to the trainers and to Devon County Council for making this possible.
Exciting Announcement! The RainBo Music Trust is Bideford Mayor, Peter Lawrence's, Chosen Charity for 2025 / 2026
We were absolutely delighted to be invited to Bideford Town Councils Mayor’s Introduction this evening (Thursday 5th June. We’ve had a wonderful evening!
We were absolutely delighted to be invited to Bideford Town Councils Mayor’s Introduction this evening (Thursday 5th June). We’ve had a wonderful evening!
Huge Congratulations to Peter L
We were absolutely delighted to be invited to Bideford Town Councils Mayor’s Introduction this evening (Thursday 5th June. We’ve had a wonderful evening!
We were absolutely delighted to be invited to Bideford Town Councils Mayor’s Introduction this evening (Thursday 5th June). We’ve had a wonderful evening!
Huge Congratulations to Peter Lawrence who was elected Mayor last week!
We are honoured and excited to announce that Peter has chosen the RainBo Music Trust to be his Charity of the Year and he aims to raise £3,000 to be distributed between local schools (St Mary’s, East the Water and Westcroft) to be used for musical tuition / resources.
This is absolutely AMAZING and will really make a lasting impact on the children of Bideford!
Find out more about Peter’s project and how to donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/peter-j-lawrence
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The Seven Sundays of Sound Project
Seven Sundays Of Sound
Earlier this year, Seven Sundays of Sound brought young musicians together at The Palladium Club for six inspiring weeks of creativity, collaboration, and live music-making.
Running from Sunday 11th January to Sunday 22nd February 2026, this free programme welcomed 11–25 year olds of all abilities — from complete beginners to emerging performers — and gave them hands-on experience across every aspect of music creation and live event production.
Delivered by South West Event Management Solutions CIC, with funding support from Devon County Council and The RainBo Music Trust, the project created an accessible pathway into music performance and the live events industry.
What Participants Experienced
Across six structured Sunday sessions (12–4pm), young people explored:
- 🎤 Singing & vocal performance
- 🎸 Guitar & instrumental skills
- 🥁 Drumming & rhythm
- ✍️ Songwriting & lyric writing
- 🎛️ Sound technology & event production
- 🎶 Weekly open jam sessions with a live house band
Participants rotated between workshops in two groups, ensuring everyone experienced multiple disciplines each week. Every session included a collaborative House Band Open Jam, providing optional performance opportunities in a supportive, professional setting.
All abilities were welcome — and beginners were actively encouraged.
What was involved?
Across six Sundays, participants took part in a structured rotation of practical, hands-on music workshops alongside optional sessions focused on planning and producing the final live showcase.
Each week combined instrumental development, vocal coaching, songwriting, rhythm work, and lyric writing with opportunities to explore sound technology and event production.
The programme included:
- Instrument introduction and skills development (Root Notes)
- Singing and vocal performance workshops (Kelly Edwards)
- Guitar sessions (Kieran – My Guitar Guy)
- Drum Surgery (Rob Harrison)
- Djembe Devon drumming
- Bold Note Vocals – Singing and Songwriting
Together, these sessions built musical confidence, creative skills, and practical experience in how live events are produced.
The Final Showcase – 22nd February 2026
The programme culminated in a live afternoon showcase (2–4pm) at The Palladium Club, Bideford, featuring performances from participants.
Importantly, the young people themselves:
- Helped plan the event
- Invited guests
- Set up the event
- Performed live on stage
Impact
Seven Sundays of Sound wasn’t just about learning instruments — it was about:
- Building confidence
- Music tuition and progression
- Encouraging creative expression
- Understanding the mechanics of live event production
- Creating a supportive community for young musicians in North Devon
The atmosphere across the six weeks was energetic, inclusive, and collaborative. By the final showcase, participants had grown not only as performers, but as creators and producers.
Looking Ahead
The success of Seven Sundays of Sound demonstrated the demand for accessible, high-quality music opportunities for young people in our region.
We’re proud of every participant who stepped onto the stage, tried something new, or supported the event behind the scenes.
Stay tuned for future programmes and opportunities.
🎵 Come learn, perform, and shine. 🎵
Thank You from The RainBo Music Trust
Thanks to South West Event Management Solutions and Devon County Council
Thank You to South West Event Management Solutions CIC for planning and organising this awesome event. We were proud to be able to put funding into the event and to be part of the Project. Thank You to Devon County Council's Places To Go Things To Do Fund which gave an amazing grant for £3,000 towards the Project. Without this support these events simply would not happen.
Showcase Fundraising
A HUGE THANK YOU to Emily and Lucy for their amazing plan to sell ear-rings at the Showcase Event. The ear-rings were awesome - hand crafted by Lucy, using plectrums to decorate them. The total raised from this was £44.34.
Other Donations on the day meant a total of £74.34 has been added to the RainBo pot for future events and workshops.
What's Next
What's Next
The next Project for RainBo is the Bideford Music Day.
We would love for the Young People from the Seven Sundays of Sound Project to perform at this event - please let us know if you would like to!
Music Day will be on the 27th June and will feature free music workshops and live music performances.
Meet The Tutors
DJEMBE DEVON
DEVON'S LEADING PROVIDER OF INTERACTIVE DJEMBE DRUMMING WORKSHOPS
Djembe Devon is the leading service provider for authentic interactive Djembe drumming workshops and performances, with Djembes provided.
Our drum circles are the perfect place to feel the energy and rhythm of African drumming while learning and connecting with others.
We cater to all ages and skill levels, offering interactive workshops and performance options to fit your requirements.
Join us to learn, connect, and have fun!
SAM LYTHGOE-JONES
Sam regularly runs sessions and organises local events for young musicians. He offered a combination of electronic and live instruments tailored to participants interests.
BOLD NOTE VOCALS
Lizzie is the founder of Bold Note Vocal Coaching, based in The Palladium Club, Bideford. She is a contemporary vocal coach and working musician with a passion for helping people find their true voice and the confidence to use it.
Specialising in all rock genres, contemporary pop and country vocals, Lizzie focuses on vocal health, breath control, performance technique and artist development. Her teaching blends technical foundations with creativity encouraging students to write music, explore their individuality and feel confident stepping onto the stage.
As a performer herself, Lizzie is on a mission to create more inclusive, inspiring spaces in the local music scene across North Devon. She is proud to support the work of RainBo Music Trust, helping young people access music opportunities and grow in both skill and self-belief.
ROOT NOTES
RootNotes was set up in 2020 by Bideford-based musician Becki Driscoll to enable her to work more closely with her own local community.
Becki is an established community musician with 20 years of experience working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and musical experience. A graduate from the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (2002), Becki went on to work with Wren Music as a community musician as well as teaching fiddle locally and performing regularly as part of an English Fiddle duo with Nick Wyke. Becki regularly tutors on the Halsway Manor Young Folk Programme as well as teaching on Halsway's Fiddle Weekends.
Becki firmly believes that music is something that anyone can enjoy and everyone can take part in. Music brings people together. The shared experience of playing and singing in a group setting is a wonderful way of building confidence, well-being and friendship.
Becki takes safeguarding seriously and ensures that she has regular safeguarding training and an enhanced DBS certificate.
MY GUITAR GUY
Kieran is a dedicated and passionate music educator with over 15 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years as a performing musician. He has worked with hundreds of students, helping them develop their skills and a lifelong love of music.
With extensive experience in schools and a student-centered approach, Kieran fosters musicality, technical proficiency, and confidence in every learner. He is also an active performer, continually expanding his repertoire and sharing his passion with audiences.
Committed to inspiring and empowering students, Kieran combines his expertise as both educator and musician to provide a rich, engaging learning experience.
Learn more at: https://myguitarguy.co.uk
KELLY EDWARDS SINGING COACH
Kelly started singing at the age of 14 when she was approached by a school friend (who is now a professional producer and musician) to perform a charity song to be recorded in aid of CLIC. This was a great success and became her first steps into the recording world. When she was 19 years old she was a writer and featured vocalist on a song entitled "Just For Me", which was a rave/dance track. This was played around the UK rave scene to great acclaim and was a commercial success.
Motherhood followed and music took a back seat for several years. She then started her own professional karaoke business and sang live solo performances for the Brend Hotels which included supporting Elkie Brooks and The Wurzels! Kelly went on to form her own performing arts school for young people learning how to express themselves through music, dance and acting. This was named the "Edge Performing Arts Academy".
She has since achieved a degree in music performance, developed her songwriting abilities (several professionally recorded tracks on Spotify and Youtube) and is the lead singer for the busy and popular local band "Back In The Room", Songwriting remains her great passion and she continues to create original material at will. Kelly still teaches singing informally and loves to encourage others with their musical development, running a local singing and social group named "The Alternative Voices" Kelly's life has been inspired by music on a daily basis and this lives in unison with the love of her family.