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January 11, 2025 04:29 AM IST
This comes as part of an initiative to help the youth develop talent.
World famous superstar Ed Sheeran made a surprise visit to schoolchildren in the Scottish capital to support young musicians. The singer-songwriter visited the Tinderbox Collective, an initiative to promote and develop young musical talent as part of the Ed Sheeran Foundation. During her visit, the popstar also visited a youth club at Muirhouse Library, where she spoke to a group of young people trying their hand at playing musical instruments. He later joined a 100-piece choir at the West Pilton Neighborhood Center with pupils from Forthview Primary School, Craigroyston Primary School, Pirniehall Primary School, St David’s RC Primary School and Craigroyston High School. Mr Sheeran said: “Music education has shaped me. I have always enjoyed playing music, and it has led to some of the best moments of my life. “It is so important to get a great music education both in and out of school. It’s great to hear that music tuition is now free in all schools in Scotland, but it’s not reaching everyone and we need to do everything we can to make sure it’s accessible and affordable for all children and young people. Be inspirational. Maxwell, from Craigroyston High School, said: “We were absolutely shocked. I’ve always admired Ed Sheeran and the way he sings and his music. I want to do music and now I feel even more inspired. Anno, a member of the Tinderbox Collective, said: “Incredible. I really like Ed and I listen to his music. It’s amazing to see him right now. crazy. Inspirational.” Jack Nissen, Director of Tinderbox Collective, said: “Ed’s journey was so inspiring to all the young musicians at Tinderbox and his advocacy for music education and helping to build links with the wider music industry is fantastic. “We need to work together in schools, the community and industry to fill music education with as much energy, diversity and creativity as possible, and ensure it is accessible, relevant and inspiring to all.”
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