Concerts and events

Lessons lead to the stage. Through the year students perform at concerts and showcases, learn from working musicians at workshops, and play together in bands.

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Coming up

  1. Sound of GC VII

    The countdown is on! 🎶 Sound of GC VII is happening on 14 & 15 November! Join us for two days of music, live performances, band jamming and interactive booths, food and beverage as we celebrate the passion and progress of our students and teachers. Come be part of the celebration!

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  2. GC Mini Concert

    TTDI branch

Past events

12 concerts, recitals and workshops since 2016. Open any photo to see the album.

  1. 2026

    1. GC Mini Concert II

      A special day for our students, with many performing on stage for the first time.

      GC Music Academy

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  2. 2025

    1. Sound of GC VI

      The finale of our 6th Sound of GC Concert Series: students shared the stage with friends, families in the audience and teachers alongside.

      GC Music Academy

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    2. GC Mini Concert

      Students played in full bands, and newer students stepped onto the stage too.

      GC Music Academy

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  3. 2024

    1. Vocal workshop with Roshini

      A singing workshop for anyone who loves to sing, beginners included, led by our vocal teacher Roshini.

      GC Music Academy TTDI

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  4. 2022

    1. Sound of GC II

      The second Sound of GC student concert: bands, piano, violin, classical guitar and drums on one stage.

      GC Music Academy

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      See all 13 photos

  5. 2021

    1. GC Music Star '21

      A student video competition: entries were voted on by the public, and the 10 most popular went on to a jury final.

      Online, with entries from GC students

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      See the photo

  6. 2019

    1. GC Mini Concert

      Students on drums, guitar, violin and piano performed for a room full of family and friends.

      GC Music Academy

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  7. 2018

    1. Christmas "Jingle Bells" ensemble

      Violin students aged 7 to 13 played Jingle Bells together for the first time, after one week of practice.

      GC Music Academy

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    2. Rock Camp drum session with Mapex

      A room full of young musicians learning drums on Mapex kits, watching the instructors and then trying it themselves.

      Rock Camp 2018

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  8. 2017

    1. Student Recital

      Classical guitar, ukulele and drums in front of a packed showroom, with teachers playing alongside some of the youngest students.

      GC Music Academy

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  9. 2016

    1. Student Recital

      Guitar students of all ages played solo, and some of the younger ones played alongside their teachers.

      GC Music Academy

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    2. Student Recital

      A full evening of piano, drums, and electric and classical guitar, with a printed programme and a guitar-pick keepsake for the performers.

      GC Music Academy TTDI

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      See all 12 photos

What happens through the year

A student band of guitar, bass, drums and vocals performing on stage

Student concerts and showcases

Students perform on a real stage with sound and lights, solo or with a band. For many it is the goal that turns practice into a daily habit, and family and friends come to watch.

Students and guests at a guitar workshop

Workshops and clinics

Sessions with working musicians: technique, tone and the stories behind the music. A chance to watch a professional up close, ask questions and play.

Children and parents at a GC Music Academy student event

Band programmes and jamming

Students who play different instruments rehearse together as a band, learn to listen and keep time with each other, and make friends who share the same passion.

Competitions

Students who want a challenge can enter music competitions, with their teacher helping them choose pieces and prepare.

Moments from past events

  • Students playing as a band on stage

  • A young violinist's performance

  • Recital day, flowers and all

  • Christmas with students and teachers

“Teacher, I have got into a habit to practice every day.”

A 15-year-old student, after three weeks of practice for their first stage performance

News for students

Rockschool Grade 6 can now open the door to ACM in the UK

A new partnership between RSL Awards (Rockschool) and ACM, the Academy of Contemporary Music in the UK, lets students with Rockschool Grade 6 or above apply to ACM without an audition. Many of our teachers use the Rockschool syllabus; ask your teacher whether it suits your goals.

Read the ACM details

Want to be on stage next time?

Start lessons and ask your teacher about the next concert. Send the enrolment form and our office will match you with a teacher.

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19 April 2026, GC Music Academy

GC Mini Concert II

On 19 April 2026 our students took the stage at GC Mini Concert II. For many it was their first time performing for an audience, and it took courage to step out and play.

Thank you to the parents who came along and are part of each student's musical journey.

6 photos. See the post on Facebook

November 2025, GC Music Academy

Sound of GC VI

Sound of GC is our student concert series, and November 2025 brought the finale of the sixth one.

In the academy's own words: “Music brought us together, making memories, sharing the stage with friends who share the same passion, surrounded by supportive families, and guided by amazing teachers. Every moment was unforgettable.”

1 photo. See the post on Facebook

June 2025, GC Music Academy

GC Mini Concert

One of the stories from the night: Yujin picked up the guitar with Teacher Asmadi only that January. At the GC Mini Concert she played in a full band and stepped up as emcee for the first time, and owned the stage with style and confidence.

1 photo. See the post on Facebook

21 December 2024, GC Music Academy TTDI

Vocal workshop with Roshini

On Saturday 21 December 2024, from 7:30 to 10pm, vocal teacher Roshini led a singing workshop on the second floor of our TTDI branch. It was open to anyone who loves to sing, from beginners to those wanting to improve.

Places were limited to 30, so everyone got time to sing.

1 photo. See the post on Facebook

August 2022, GC Music Academy

Sound of GC II

The second Sound of GC student concert: bands, piano, violin, classical guitar and drums on one stage.

13 photos. See the album on Facebook

May 2021, Online, with entries from GC students

GC Music Star '21

For GC Music Star '21, students sent in videos of their performances, and friends and families voted for their favourites.

The 10 most popular entries went through to the final round, where a jury panel chose the grand winners. The academy thanked every participant and the teachers who encouraged and guided them.

1 photo. See the post on Facebook

22 March 2019, GC Music Academy

GC Mini Concert

Students on drums, guitar, violin and piano performed for a room full of family and friends.

13 photos. See the album on Facebook

June 2018, Rock Camp 2018

Rock Camp drum session with Mapex

A room full of young musicians learning drums on Mapex kits, watching the instructors and then trying it themselves.

8 photos. See the album on Facebook

19 September 2017, GC Music Academy

Student Recital

Classical guitar, ukulele and drums in front of a packed showroom, with teachers playing alongside some of the youngest students.

12 photos. See the album on Facebook

May 2016, GC Music Academy

Student Recital

Our thanks went to the teachers, the students and everyone in the audience who made it a success. We hoped every performer gained more stage experience and had fun.

12 photos. See the album on Facebook

26 April 2016, GC Music Academy TTDI

Student Recital

Thank you to the teachers and students who took part, the crew who made it happen, and the audience for being so supportive on the night. We hoped everyone enjoyed it, had fun and gained experience.

12 photos. See the album on Facebook