Music as a means of improving wellbeing in young people
Learn to DJ
Aug 1 & 8 Awst - 10am - 1pm
Join Fflowzy for a series of DJ workshops in a relaxed and welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ young people and their allies.
As part of Tonau, a music project with Small World Theatre, these sessions are all about exploring music, discovering new sounds, and building confidence through creativity and connection. Supported by The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity, you'll have the chance to experiment, learn new techniques, and develop your own style in a supportive environment.
Whether you're stepping up to the decks for the first time or already building your skills, you'll be encouraged to learn at your own pace. There’s no pressure to get everything right.
As your confidence grows, you'll also have opportunities to perform at live events, collaborate with others, and share your music with new audiences.
FREE to attend
Ages: 14 - 18s
Experience: No experience is necessary.
Bring: your curiosity, creativity and love of music.
Rock School
July 25th & 26th 11am - 4.30pm
Sept 6th & 7th 11am - 4.30pm
Want to create original music, experiment with new sounds, and collaborate with professional musicians?
Rock School is part of Tonau, a music project with Small World Theatre supported by Tŷ Cerdd and The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity. These open, guided sessions are a chance to explore ideas, develop your musical skills, and create original pieces in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Whether you're a singer, instrumentalist or songwriter, you'll be encouraged to experiment, collaborate, and find your own creative voice.
The music you create could become part of a future live performance at Small World Theatre.
FREE to attend
Ages: 14 - 18s
Experience: Some music experience is necessary.
Bring: your enthusiasm, ideas, and any instrument you'd like to play
About Tonau
Tonau is a music project run by Small World Theatre, using music as a means of improving wellbeing in young people aged 14+ from our rurally isolated and economically disadvantaged area.
Currently funded by Ty Cerdd and The Margaret Davies Charity.
There are two strands to the project. Tonau Trydan providing DJ lessons for female, trans and non-binary young people who were under-represented in the industry.
Tonau Byw for young people who were interested in live music to create original pieces alongside professional musicians.
Now in our third phase, we invite young people (14 - 18) to get in touch if they’re interested in joining.
Registration is open
All sessions are free! Please contact Deri for more information deri@smallworld.org.uk
“It was one of the best music experiences of my life.”
“They helped me develop my confidence to sing in front of other people. ”
“I was able to meet different people who play, think and hear music differently to me.”
“It was fantastic to see all the young people absolutely loving what they were doing.”
“It was lovely to see such a diverse mix of young people, working collectively, embracing and thriving in this setting.”
“Delighted by all performances. Amazed by my own young person. ”
