MUSIC changes young people’s lives

friends of
staffordshire’s young musicians

 

The Friends of Staffordshire’s Young Musicians (FOSYM) is a registered charity whose objective is to advance the musical education of children and young people resident in Staffordshire.

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Ailish Steele – 2025 Winner

Staffordshire Young Musicians Competition July 2026.

Contact info@fosym.org for entry details

FOSYM AGM: Thursday 8th October 2026 2.00pm online

FOSYM supports young musicians through

Financial Support

We provide financial support to enable children to receive vocal and instrumental lessons and be part of ensembles

Supporting Music Making

We provide support for the cost of music equipment, music, exam entry, auditions, masterclasses

Awards

We make awards to highly committed young musicians at various levels of attainment

Concerts & Events

We support concerts and events with volunteers and funding

FOSYM support is available to any Staffordshire young person up until their nineteenth birthday.

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FOSYM is also an active member of The Music Partnership and acts as its Holding Trustee for charitable purposes.

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FOSYM supports the annual Staffordshire Young Musician competition & music service concerts.

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