Lark Music

20/08/2026

Only 2 weeks to go until entries close for the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Music-Making Competition! 📅🎶

If music-making is your passion, now is the perfect time to get involved. Whether you're performer yourself, or know someone with a love of making music, the BSO would love to hear from you.

Hear from our colleague Brian on what the competition means to us 👇 Entries close on 3 September 🥁

19/08/2026

Summer is peak performance season. From festival stages to local venues, your instrument goes wherever your music takes you 🎶

Before you head off to your next gig, make sure you're ready for anything with our handy summer gig checklist 🎷

From packing the essentials and planning travel, to protecting your instruments while on the move, we've rounded up some simple tips so you can stay focused on the music 👉 https://bit.ly/3SeuD90

14/08/2026

Heading away with your instrument this summer? ✈️☀️

Whether you're off to a performance, festival or well-earned holiday, a little preparation can help keep your instrument safe from damage, heat and unexpected travel mishaps 🎸

Check out our latest article on top tips for travelling with musical instruments this summer 👉

Protect your musical instruments and equipment this summer with essential travel tips. Learn how to keep your gear safe on the road, by rail, or in the air.

12/08/2026

We're delighted to be sponsoring the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra's Music-Making Competition 🎶

Listen to competition judge Dagan Wilkin share a few words about this year's competition below 👇

If you're a UK-based non professional instrumentalist aged 18+, all you need to do is choose your piece, record a video performance of up to 3 minutes and submit your entry.

We can't wait to hear your music, good luck! 🎸

11/08/2026

From festival stages to local venues, many event organisers require musicians to have public liability cover before you perform 🎹

🎶 Cover from under £11 a year
🎶 Up to £10 million cover available
🎶 Designed for musicians

Find out more about our musicians public liability cover 👉 https://bit.ly/4oP6P7I

07/08/2026

Did you know the cello is one of our top claimed-for instruments? 🎶

From loading in and out of venues to travelling between summer gigs and festivals - their size and regular transporting can leave cellos vulnerable to accidental damage 🎻

For about protecting your instrument during the busy summer season 👉 https://bit.ly/3SeuD90

05/08/2026

Whether you're performing at festivals, weddings, or outdoor gigs over the summer, make sure both you and your instruments are protected before you take the stage 🎤🎶

Check out our latest article and download our summer gig checklist for musicians 👉

Protect your musical instruments and equipment this summer with essential travel tips. Learn how to keep your gear safe on the road, by rail, or in the air.

04/08/2026

Share the music you love and win up to £1,000! 🎶

Enter the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Music-Making Competition with a short video performance and be in with a chance of sharing the £3,000 prize fund 🤩

Need inspiration? Check out BSO’s video and start creating today 👇

03/08/2026

Home contents insurance or specialist cover? 🎸🎶

Knowing the difference could make all the difference if something happens to your instrument.

Our latest article explains what musicians need to know when choosing the right protection.

Read more 👉

Home contents vs specialist music insurance - compare cover, costs and risks for instruments at home, in transit and while gigging.

29/07/2026

We're delighted to be sponsoring the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Music-Making Competition for its second year 🎉

Whether you're a passionate musician yourself or know someone who loves creating music, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase talent, creativity and musicianship 🎼🎶

If you've been waiting for a sign to share your music, find out more and enter below 👇

One video, 3 minutes, win £1,000! What’s holding you back from sharing your music?

We can’t wait to witness your creativity. Find out more about the BSO Music-Making Competition (sponsored by Lark Music) and last year’s winning entrants in our blog here https://buff.ly/errOUkf