Pupils will be raising the roof by Singing In The Halls

Pupils from across the city will come together to raise the roof of University of Wolverhampton at The Halls at two special concerts next week.

Singing In The Halls, organised by Wolverhampton Music Service, will see around 3,000 children from primary and special schools across the city perform at the iconic venue, accompanied by a 14-piece band.

Councillor Jacqui Coogan, the City of Wolverhampton Council's Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Education, said: "This will be a fantastic experience for our children to be able to sing at the city’s biggest performance venue, University of Wolverhampton at The Halls, and for so many schools and performers to be a part of it.

"Children and teachers have been busy practising their songs in school, ready to give their best performances on the big stage, and it is sure to be a day to remember for everyone involved.

"Music has the power to inspire, uplift and unite, and through these concerts our Music Service is aiming to foster a sense of community and creativity among young performers, and to inspire them to begin their own musical journeys."

Ciaran O'Donnell, head of Wolverhampton Music Service, said: "It’s once again been a pleasure working with primary and special schools for Singing In The Halls and we are delighted that we are able to use the University of Wolverhampton at The Halls again this year.

“Three thousand children from primary and special schools have signed up across the two concerts, which is amazing.

"Singing In The Halls is not just about vocal talents; it's a chance for pupils to come together, express themselves creatively, build confidence and celebrate our diverse city, creating lasting memories in a supportive setting. We can't wait!"

The concerts will be led by Paul Wilcox, vocal strategy partner for the Music Service, and vocalists will be accompanied by the service band.

Wolverhampton Music Service provides high quality tuition and musical opportunities for youngsters from schools across the city, including the chance to perform with its flagship groups, Wolverhampton Youth Orchestra and Wolverhampton Youth Wind Orchestra. To find out more, please visit www.wolverhamptonmusicservice.org.uk.