The annual round of opportunities to come along and try out instruments is fast approaching.

Aimed at children who have never tried to sing or learn a musical instrument (as well as those who wish to learn but are not quite sure what’s involved) it’s an opportunity to try it out and find out more about lessons and the work of Berkshire Maestros.

Live music demonstrations will be given by some of Berkshire Maestros’ young musicians. Berkshire Maestros staff will also be on hand to enable children to sing, try out a range of instruments and to answer any questions parents may have. Local music retailers will also be attending the event.

These opportunities are only available once a year so please come along and spread the word to family and friends who may also be interested.

Details as follows:

Reading Music Centre - Garden Party & Have A Go event: Saturday 22 May, 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Stoneham Court (Prospect School site), Cockney Hill, Reading RG30 4EZ. Click for a map.

Call 0118 901 2366 for further information.

Bracknell Music Centre - Open Days

Thursday 10 June 5.30pm – 8.30pm

Percussion, Guitar, Woodwind, Brass, Keyboard, Strings, Wind Bands

Friday 11 June 4.00pm – 8.30pm

Voice, Guitar, Brass, Strings, String Orchestras

Saturday 12 June 9.00am – 1.00pm

Percussion, Guitar, Brass, Woodwind, Mini Maestros, Woodwind Ensembles, Guitar Bands, Choirs, Brass Bands

Open Learning Centre, Rectory Lane, Bracknell RG12 7GR. Click for a map.

Call 01344 782970 for further information

Newbury Music Centre's Open Morning & Have a Go event: Saturday 26 June, 9.00pm - 5.00pm

Trinity School, Newbury RG14 2AA. Click for a map.

Call 01635 46851 for further information.

Windsor Music Centre's Garden Party & Have a Go event: Saturday 3 July, 2.00pm - 4.00pm

A chance to come and have a go at the instruments of your choice together with listening to some live music from the centre's bands and ensembles. Refreshments will be available from the Friends Association.

Windsor Music Centre, Dedworth Green First School, Smiths Lane Windsor SL4 5PE. Click for a map.

Call 01753 832078 for further information.