Learning at the CAT
Sage Gateshead’s CAT is a high-level music training programme for young people with exceptional potential and passion for music. Learn more about our programme.
Learn moreInformation for Students
Timetables, auditions, and other useful information for current and prospective CAT students to help make the most of your learning experience.
More informationWind and Brass Programme
Study Leader: Marion Craig
The CAT offers tuition in all woodwind and brass instruments from a team of tutors which includes members of Royal Northern Sinfonia.
Learn moreKeyboard Programme
Study Leader: James Craig
Tuition in keyboard instruments from a team of extremely experienced teachers, in a range of musical styles.
Learn moreComposition and Music Language
Working with our experienced tutors, participants will create a portfolio of work across a range of genres and for a variety of instruments, with performance and workshop opportunities available.
Learn morePercussion Programme
Study Leader: Roger Hempsall
The Percussion Programme offers tuition on timpani, tuned percussion, world music percussion and drum kit in a wide variety of styles
Learn morePopular & Contemporary Programme
Study Leader: James Birkett
The Popular & Contemporary Programme is designed for young musicians who want to explore and develop their interest in a wide range of performance styles including jazz, rock, funk, blues and fusion music.
Learn moreString Programme
Study Leader: James Craig
The CAT offers tuition in all string instruments from a team of tutors that includes members of Royal Northern Sinfonia.
Learn moreVocal Programme
Study Leader: Mary Hitch
The CAT offers tuition in a range of vocal styles, led by an experienced team of tutors.
Learn moreSupport Us
Help us to support more children and young people to learn music.