Arts Enrichment
The Vintners’ Foundation supports charities that widen access to music and arts education, helping children and young people from underprivileged backgrounds to discover their creativity, build confidence and develop skills that last a lifetime.
In the current year, grants in this area have supported Music Masters, a UK-based music education charity, and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, one of the world’s leading conservatoires.
Music Masters
Opening the door to music for every child
Founded in 2007, Music Masters works with schools, teachers and arts organisations to make high-quality music education accessible to all children and young people aged four to 25. The charity provides teaching, mentoring, financial support and performance opportunities, often in communities where access to music education is limited.
What we fund
The Vintners’ Foundation supported Music Masters’ Flagship Schools Programme, delivered in Lambeth, Westminster and Islington.
The programme:
Reached 1,048 children
Included 41% eligible for free school meals
Supported 59% with English as an additional language
Children began their musical journey through inclusive group activities such as singing, percussion, movement and play. From Year 1, pupils received instrumental tuition in violin or cello, progressing into ensembles and orchestras that developed listening, teamwork and musical communication skills.
Music education boosted confidence, teamwork and wellbeing, with a positive impact on literacy, maths and resilience.
Independent surveys showed strong improvements in youth development outcomes, with benefits extending beyond music into academic learning and emotional wellbeing.
Music Masters has now reached over 3,000 children
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Removing financial barriers to world-class training
The Guildhall School of Music & Drama trains the next generation of performers, creators and production artists across music, drama and production arts. As a global leader in conservatoire education, it attracts exceptionally talented students from all backgrounds.
What we fund
The Company makes an annual donation to the Guildhall School Scholarships Fund, helping students from underprivileged backgrounds access and complete their training.
Scholarships are awarded across all disciplines and levels of study and provide vital financial security, allowing students to focus fully on their development.
Over 600 Guildhall students currently receive financial support More than 50% of the student body benefits from scholarships
The cost of conservatoire training can range from £20,000 for one year to £120,000 over four years.