Brighter Sound

Brighter Sound We support young creatives, emerging artists and music professionals to find their rhythm. Equalising opportunity is in our DNA.

Brighter Sound supports young creatives, emerging artists and music professionals to find their rhythm. Rooted in Manchester and open to the world, we produce workshops, residencies, commissions, training and events that help people carve their own unique path in music. We've been pioneering new ways of exploring creative potential for 22 years. Our projects are a safe space for artists to take risks, connect and collaborate, and develop skills and confidence. Our events are opportunities for audiences to discover the cutting edge of the North’s creative talent. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to helping create a fairer and more equitable music world. Join us and be part of the change.

12/08/2026

Meet producer and musician Roscoe Fox and composer and sound designer Scarlett Henderson, the two artists exploring their sonic practice through our System Flow commission

Led by sound artist Vicky Clarke, so far they've visited Goldsmiths University's Music, Mind and Brain conference, and taken part in masterclasses with guest speakers.

We're excited to see where their explorations take them. Stay tuned for what comes next 👀 https://www.brightersound.com/the-feed/system-flow-artists/

30/07/2026

Five years ago our first in-person music project since the pandemic gave us a seven-track EP inspired by the theme of Transformation - from grungy riffs and pop to jazz and pure punk vibes 👩‍🎤

Led by Manchester post-punk trio PINS, 15 musicians aged 16-21 learnt about the band’s artistic process - from initial ideas to onstage transformation - wrote and recorded an EP of new songs, and performed live at The Met. They're all available to stream for free on our Soundcloud ☁

Head to our website to watch, read and hear more about this exciting project 🔗 https://www.brightersound.com/the-feed/songs-on-transformation-pins/

Today marks 10 years since our first residency with acclaimed composer Anna Meredith which saw musicians and visual arti...
27/07/2026

Today marks 10 years since our first residency with acclaimed composer Anna Meredith which saw musicians and visual artists respond creatively to graphene 🧑‍⚕️

In the summer of 2016 we worked Anna as part of our first gender-equality initiative Here Come The Grrrls. 12 young and emerging musicians and visual artists joined us for four days at the Science and Industry Museum, creating six new tracks and accompanying visuals inspired by the museum’s Wonder Materials: Graphene and Beyond exhibition

Head to our website to read and hear more about this exciting project 🔗 https://www.brightersound.com/the-feed/artistic-directors-series-anna-meredith/

Calling young creatives in Rochdale - learn about live event production and help bring a gig to life at Heywood Civic in...
09/07/2026

Calling young creatives in Rochdale - learn about live event production and help bring a gig to life at Heywood Civic in November 2026 🔥

Open to people aged 16-25 (up to 30 for those identifying as d/Deaf, Disabled, or neurodivergent) from Rochdale with an interest in live music production and promotion 🎶

Attend weekly sessions between September and November 2026 📆

Get in touch by 7 September 🔗 https://www.brightersound.com/get-involved/rochdale-young-producers/

03/07/2026

Meet the five Greater Manchester artists joining this year's ELEVATE programme 📢

ELEVATE is our year-long artist development programme supporting Greater Manchester musicians at a pivotal stage in their careers, supported by Giving 🫶

This year's featured artists – FREEQUENCY3, IORA, Jenni Orlopp, Lei Hope and PRIDO – reflect the breadth of Greater Manchester’s music scene, spanning indie, alternative R&B, alt-pop, indie folk, Afro-fusion and genre-defying sounds ⚡

Over the coming year, each artist will receive bespoke support designed to develop their practice, expand their networks and unlock new opportunities.

Get to know them, give them a follow, and watch this space for more news in the future 👀 https://www.brightersound.com/the-feed/elevate-programme-artists/

30/06/2026

Multi-instrumentalist Francesca Pidgeon (Dilettante) has no interest in being ‘cool’

From her roots as a busker to a self-managing independent musician, asking for money has never been an issue for her - and it shouldn’t be for anyone in a similar position!

Track ID: Life of the Party - Dilettante 🎵
Video by Broaden 🎥

Our System Flow commission is looking for music makers and sound artists 🔊Designed and led by sound artist Vicky Clarke,...
23/06/2026

Our System Flow commission is looking for music makers and sound artists 🔊

Designed and led by sound artist Vicky Clarke, this commission explores what influences the way you create, perform and interact with sound and music technology

Taking place between July and September 2026, the commission will feature:

• Group sessions in a studio
• Guest workshops and talks
• A trip to to the Music, Mind & Brain Group at Goldsmiths in London to inform your work
• A public-facing output that will be decided as a group

Apply by Friday 3 July, 11pm ⏳ https://www.brightersound.com/get-involved/system-flow/

Thinking about a career in the music industry? Join us and Sony Music UK at YES next month for an insight into the 2027 ...
22/06/2026

Thinking about a career in the music industry? Join us and Sony Music UK at YES next month for an insight into the 2027 Sony Music UK Internship Programme ✨

• Hear directly from current interns and Sony Music hiring managers about what it's like to work at one of the UK's leading music companies
• Find out how the application process works
• Discover how to make your application stand out
• Hosted by founder & Gen Z marketing expert Shola West 🫶

Wednesday 15 July, 1-4pm 📅
https://www.brightersound.com/get-involved/sony-music-internship-programme-2027/

Is this for you? 🤔

It's open to anyone aged 18+ with an interest in building a career in the music industry. No previous industry experience is required. Be aware, this event focuses on careers within the music business (such as marketing, digital, finance and operations) and is not intended for those primarily interested in becoming artists, producers, or working in A&R

16/06/2026

Multi-instrumentalist Francesca Pidgeon has been making music for ten years now, most of the time under the moniker of art-pop band Dilettante 🎶

In that time she’s been her own manager, fundraiser and band leader, always striving to be special to her listeners 🫶

Track ID: Cake - Dilettante 🎵
Video by Broaden 🎥

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