The Big String 2026
A two day orchestral project for string players.
A really inspiring couple of days – my child was on such a high at the end of each day and so proud after the concert
Accessible, joy-filled musical excellence
The Big String 2026
Thank you for everyone who took part in The Big String 2026 at in Tewkesbury Abbey. Scroll down to see photos of this years event.
Our annual two-day project is for string musicians aged 5 to 18, at all levels from pre-Grade 1 to post-Grade 8.
The project is directed by GAM Principal Glyn Oxley and supported by tutors from Gloucestershire Academy of Music and Make Music Gloucestershire.
Photographs by Rob Lacey & Shannon Watson.
