The Academy of St Martin in the Fields offers a wide range of music projects to schools and the community, enabling people of all ages and abilities to work with some of Britain's finest musicians. Through its Outward Sound Projects, the Academy seeks not only to foster greater interest and understanding of the music it performs but also to encourage, develop and provide music making opportunities for local communities.

In keeping with the Academy's reputation for quality and versatility, the musicians and animateurs present concerts and lead workshops and events for people of all ages and backgrounds. Projects range from workshops for school age children, teachers and project leaders, to opportunities for community based musicians to work with living composers on the development of a new musical work. Projects range from workshops that last for one day, to those which are spread over several months or years such as community residencies, with all projects culminating in a performance.

"As a classical musician, education work reminds you what music is all about i.e. communication, having fun, and putting a smile on peoples faces. It is a very powerful medium....and educating people is the way to make sure this continues to be the case."

Jeremy Morris, Academy Musician, Violin

Future projects include a celebratory concert with young people form the Waveney Valley area bridging Norfolk and Suffolk, composition workshops with homeless men and women from West London Day Centre, and a large-scale creative community project to launch the new Firstsite Arts Centre in Colchester.
All education work is funded by support from commercial companies, trusts and foundations.