Open Up Music
Fred Claridge is an experienced educator with over 13 years in music, actively working across various schools and organizations internationally, including education for Special Needs, Pupil Referral Units, and Mental Health organizations. Currently serving as a Health Rhythms Facilitator for Remo Inc. and a Music Leader at Open Up Music, Fred is dedicated to promoting accessible and inclusive music-making. As a freelance musician, Fred tours and records with notable artists, showcasing skills in percussion, guitar, and vocals. Additionally, as a core facilitator for All In Good Time since its inception, Fred aids teams in major companies to develop into cohesive bands rapidly. Fred holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Birmingham and A-Levels in Music, Psychology, and Music Technology from Northampton School for Boys.
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Open Up Music
We're a charity that works alongside young disabled musicians to challenge preconceptions and bring about greater diversity in music. Through the National Open Youth Orchestra, the world's first disabled-led national youth ensemble, we're pioneering a new creative orchestra where talented young disabled and non-disabled young musicians rehearse and perform together. With Open Orchestras, we're behind the largest community of inclusive ensembles in the UK running in special schools. We've also developed Clarion, an award-winning accessible instrument that can be played expressively with any part of the body, including the eyes... Together we can make positive change happen!