Maunders Summer School 2026

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Ages 12–18 | Monday–Thursday, 11am–2pm
What’s Included
- Band workshops (all instruments & vocals)
- Improvisation sessions
- Vocal harmony coaching
- Songwriting & composition
- Final day mini-showcase/performance
Dates
- 3rd to the 6th of August 2026
Location
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- Maunders School of Popular Music, Building 8, Wilsons Pk, Monsall Rd, M408WN, Manchester
Price
- £160 per student (4 days, 3 hours/day)
- Sibling discount: £20 off per extra child
- Early bird: £140 if booked before May 1st
- Bring-a-friend: Both get £15 off
Why Join?
- Play in a band with new friends
- Create original music
- Build confidence on stage
- Led by professional musicians
- All levels welcome—just bring your passion!
How to Book
- Step 1 – Fill in the joining form above
- Step 2 – Make a payment for the summer school via our online shop Maunder’s School of Popular Music – Summer School 2026 (Ages 12–18) – Maunders School Of Music : Maunders School Of Music
- Step 3 – We will be in touch within 2 business days with details of your place!
Unleash your inner rockstar this summer!
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What Do Students Need?
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Instruments:
Students are welcome to bring their own guitars or basses, but it’s not required—we have a great selection of quality instruments available for everyone to use at the school. -
Lunch:
Please bring a packed lunch each day. There’s also a café on the business park if you prefer to buy food. -
Drinks:
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. We also provide water free of charge.
If you have any questions about what to bring, just ask—we want everyone to feel comfortable and ready to make music! -

Contact Us
Got questions or need more info?
We’re here to help—just get in touch!
Neil Maunder
Maunders School of Popular Music
📞 07716 755 544
✉️ neilmaunder@maundersschoolofmusic.co.uk
🏢 Building 8, Wilson’s Park, Monsall Rd, Manchester M40 8WN
Maunders School of Popular Music
📞 07716 755 544
✉️ neilmaunder@maundersschoolofmusic.co.uk
🏢 Building 8, Wilson’s Park, Monsall Rd, Manchester M40 8WN
Or use the contact form below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
Staff running the 2026 Summer School
Zak Langford-Do – Guitar and Bass Zak Langford-do – Maunders School Of Music : Maunders School Of Music
Joel Bristow – Drums, Guitar, Bass and Vocals Joel Bristow – Maunders School Of Music : Maunders School Of Music
Neil Maunder – Guitar, Bass and Vocals Neil Maunder – Maunders School Of Music : Maunders School Of Music






















































