Welcome to Core Music
We are a not-for-profit organisation on a mission to make music accessible to all in our community. It’s a place where people of all ages and abilities can learn to play or sing, and take part in sessions, clubs and workshops.
Core Music is a not-for-profit social enterprise. If you would like to help fund what we do please
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Coronavirus COVID-19
Update: the shop at Core Music is now open again
Please Note: If you’re planning on visiting Core please don’t forget your face mask.
During half-term we are reducing our hours slightly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Tuesday 2pm to 6pm
Wednesday 2pm to 6pm
Thursday 2pm to 6pm
Friday 12pm to 6pm
Saturday 9am to 4pm
OUR FACEBOOK FEED
Keep up to date with the latest developments at Core Music. We’ll also try to keep everyone entertained through this period!
Facebook feed
What we do
Shop
We have a well-stocked shop in Hexham, full of instruments of every type at competitive prices, along with all the accessories and sheet music you might need
DVD Rental
We have a fantastic archive of over 3,500 DVDs available to rent, with new releases arriving regularly from the biggest blockbusters to indie hits.
Room Hire
Looking for a space to practice, record or hold a meeting? We have several rooms available to hire
Activities
Enhance your instrumental skills, learn new tunes and have loads of fun at one of our regular weekly clubs. We cater for a huge range of instruments, musical genres and skill levels!
Events
From gigs to one-off workshops, there’s always something coming up soon at Core Music.
Instrument Lessons
There are hundreds of students improving their playing at Core Music every week – why not join them?
OUR INSTAGRAM
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Very good at engagement of the local population, encouraging a wide range of musical issues.
Welcoming people and making me feel better if I am feeling down.
Core Music is a joyful magical place that fosters a love of music in those who use its excellent facilities and a lovely community spirit that means everyone talks and connects.