Long Shop Sound Machine Project Culmination

Long Shop Sound Machine is a heritage project in East Suffolk exploring life during the Industrial Revolution. Seven local schools are creating music inspired by the unique history and exhibits of the Long Shop Museum in Leiston.

In May 2025, 150 primary school pupils will perform their compositions at the Britten Pears Studio Theatre at Snape Maltings. Their new works will be orchestrated for eight City of London Sinfonia players and presented as part of a wider musical programme, accompanied by themed artwork created by the children.

Long Shop Sound Machine is produced by Orchestras Live in partnership with Long Shop Museum, Norfolk and Suffolk Music Hub, Britten Pears Arts and City of London Sinfonia and is funded by the National Lottery through the Arts Council England.