The Band Competition is a chance for bands, groups and ensembles from ISA Members' schools to celebrate their musical talents. All musical styles are welcome. Open to KS1 to KS5.

Open for entries: Wednesday 7 January 2026
Deadline: Tuesday 12 May 2026

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The Band Project is the only music education specialist to combine rock and pop-based learning with a deep understanding of independent school culture and expectations. Our mission is to give students a real-world band experience – whether that’s through our weekly Band Sessions and end-of-term gigs, or by taking part in our exciting Gig in a Day workshops. We also provide expert peripatetic tuition across a wide range of instruments, offering schools a complete and dynamic approach to their contemporary music education offering. Most importantly, everything we do is designed to give young people a unique and unforgettable musical experience. For more information visit www.thebandproject.co.uk or contact [email protected].

Band Competition 2025

Well done to everyone who took part in the competition and congratulations to the winners. Click to see the list of results

Click here for the ISA policies

If you have any queries about our competitions, please contact us at [email protected].

Only schools whose Head is a member of ISA are eligible to enter these competitions. Please contact our membership department if you wish to make an enquiry about joining ISA.