Open Score CIC
Open Score exists to serve and benefit disabled children, young people, and adults, including those with moderate to profound and multiple learning disabilities (MLD, SLD, and PMLD), their families, and the schools and communities that support them.
We remove barriers to cultural participation, ensuring that everyone has the chance to experience the transformative power of live classical music.
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CIC Company Number: 1678878
“Sheer brilliance…a truly enchanting experience”
“Absolutely perfect in every way!”
“Magical! The best family event we’ve ever been to”
Our vision
We envision a world where disabled children, young people, and adults can fully access and enjoy live classical music alongside their families and communities.
Music should inspire confidence, creativity, and wellbeing, and Open Score CIC strives to make these experiences inclusive, meaningful, and accessible to everyone.
Our work and impact
Open Score CIC turns its vision into action through performances, workshops, and family events that are inclusive, engaging, and transformative. Each programme is designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and make live classical music accessible to all.
Inclusive performances and workshops
We deliver high-quality classical music performances in schools, special schools, community venues, and public spaces. These experiences are fully accessible and engaging for participants of all abilities. Alongside performances, our hands-on workshops and residencies give children, young people, and adults the opportunity to explore music creatively, develop skills, and engage directly with professional musicians.
Family-focused events
Families are central to our work. We provide family-friendly performances and events, enabling disabled participants and their families to share high-quality cultural experiences together in welcoming, sensory-friendly environments. These events strengthen bonds and create lasting memories through shared musical experiences.
Professional development for musicians
Open Score also invests in training for musicians, equipping performers with the confidence and skills needed to deliver inclusive programmes. By upskilling musicians in SEND and inclusive practice, we ensure that all activities are delivered to the highest standard and continue to benefit more participants over time.
Impact on participants and communities
Participation in Open Score activities helps children, young people, and adults build confidence, creativity, and self-expression, while also improving communication and wellbeing. Schools, community groups, and families benefit from enhanced cultural provision, and our work promotes inclusion, participation, and understanding across wider communities.
Accessibility and sustainability
Open Score CIC is committed to keeping all activities accessible and affordable. Performances and workshops are open to all disabled children, young people, and adults, regardless of background, and families, carers, and schools are always welcome. Whenever possible, events are also open to the wider public, promoting understanding and inclusion across communities.
As a not-for-profit company, any surplus is reinvested to:
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Expand access to inclusive music education for children and families, particularly those facing social or economic barriers.
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Develop and deliver bespoke sensory-friendly performances, workshops, and outreach programmes in partnership with schools, venues, and local authorities.
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Invest in training and resources to upskill musicians, educators, and facilitators in inclusive practice.
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Strengthen monitoring and evaluation frameworks to evidence impact and improve programme design.
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Support the sustainability and growth of the CIC, ensuring long-term benefit to the communities we serve.
Get involved
Whether you are a school, family, or community group, there are many ways to participate in or support Open Score CIC. You can attend our performances, book workshops and residencies, or help us expand our reach through donations and volunteering. Together, we can ensure that live classical music is inclusive, transformative, and accessible to everyone.