MLC Student Voices

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By MLC students, for young Creative Practitioners everywhere. This show is designed for students at the Music Learning Collective to showcase their talents and share their thoughts as their journeys progress.

Episodes

  1. 10 FEB

    Unit 1D Peer Discussion and Feedback: Daisy Tempest and Jessica Neuville

    In this episode of MLC Student Voices, Daisy Tempest and Jessica Neuville come together to discuss their individual research projects, each focused on making the case for an arts-related issue that matters deeply to them. Through open and colourful conversation and thoughtful reflection, Daisy and Jessica explore the motivations behind their chosen topics, the challenges they encountered during their research, and the perspectives that shaped their conclusions. The passion for the arts is clear throughout, as both students share personal insights while respectfully engaging with each other’s viewpoints. A key highlight of this episode is the peer-to-peer dialogue, where Daisy and Jessica offer constructive feedback, ask meaningful questions, and support one another in refining their ideas. Their exchange demonstrates the value of collaboration, critical thinking, and reflective practice within creative education. Please note that the views expressed in this episode are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views of Music Learning Collective CIC. Recorded on the 10th of February 2026, this is an honest, engaging, and enjoyable conversation that celebrates young voices, independent thinking, and the power of discussion in developing artistic understanding. Follow this link to find out more about the Creative Practitioner course, https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/courses/creative-practitioners/ Alternative Provision pathways at MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision/ Are you 14-24 years old? Read about undertaking your Duke of Edinburgh Award with MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/

    20 min

  2. 09/12/2025

    Unit 1C Reflection: Daisy Tempest

    This this episode, Daisy reflects on her interview with MLC teacher Aaliyah - her findings, feelings and conclusions. Follow this link to find out more about the Creative Practitioner course, https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/courses/creative-practitioners/ Alternative Provision pathways at MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision/ Are you 14-14 years old? Read about undertaking your Duke of Edinburgh Award with MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/

    7 min

  3. 04/11/2025

    Unit 1D Reflection: Jessica Neuville

    In this episode, Jessica discusses her findings having undertaken researching and making the case for an arts issue. To find out more about the Creative Practitioners course, follow this link, https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/courses/creative-practitioners/ To find out about Alternative Provision at MLC, click here https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision/ Are you 14-24 years old? Read about undertaking a creative Duke of Edinburgh Award at MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/

    6 min

  4. 14/10/2025

    Unit 1C First Thoughts: Daisy Tempest

    In this episode, Daisy introduces her first thoughts of unit 1C, 'reviewing arts events and researching artists or craftspeople and their careers'. The reflection conveys initial thoughts and feelings as Daisy starts to formulate which artists she might research. Follow this link to find out more about the Creative Practitioner course, https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/courses/creative-practitioners/ Alternative Provision pathways at MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision/ Are you 14-14 years old? Read about undertaking your Duke of Edinburgh Award with MLC https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/

    12 min

  5. 24/09/2025

    Reflecting on The Creative Practitioner

    MLC Student Voices – Reflecting on The Creative Practitioner In this short but thoughtful episode of MLC Student Voices, Jess and Daisy share their reflections after reading The Creative Practitioner by Paul Hose and Jonathan Curtis. The two students dive into the book’s themes and discuss their own findings, offering a mature take on how subjective art can be. From personal interpretation to the way creative work is experienced by audiences, Jess and Daisy consider how every practitioner brings their own perspective and how that shapes the arts as a whole. It’s a reflective conversation that shows how young practitioners can engage with professional texts and use them to shape their own ideas and journeys.

    9 min

  6. 17/09/2025

    Exploring the scope of the arts with Jessica Neuville

    Here’s the draft in your tone and in UK English: 🎙️ MLC Student Voices: Exploring the Scope of the Arts with Jessica NeuvilleIn this episode of MLC Student Voices, Jessica Neuville reflects on how her eyes have been opened to the size and scope of the creative industries in the United Kingdom. From uncovering just how broad the sector is, to recognising the many opportunities within it, Jessica shares her developing understanding of what it means to be part of this vibrant world. She also talks about the process of creating a mood board as a tool to collect and organise her thoughts — a simple yet powerful method for exploring ideas, shaping inspiration and guiding her creative direction. Jessica is currently studying on the Explore the Creative Industries course, and is part of the MLC Alternative Provision. Her reflections provide an honest insight into the learning journey of a young creative practitioner at MLC. This episode was produced using The RØDECaster Pro™

    8 min

  7. 16/09/2025

    Identifying A New Art Form and Why Episode 2

    🎙️ MLC Student Voices – Identifying A New Art Form and WhyIn this lively and engaging episode of MLC Student Voices, Creative Practitioner students at the Music Learning Collective (MLC) in Nottingham come together to explore new art forms, discuss their creative journeys, and get to know each other along the way. Featuring Jess Neuville, Daisy Tempest and Aiden Spurr, the conversation is full of fresh perspectives, curiosity, and a good dose of fun as the students share which art forms inspire them and why. From personal motivations to bold new ideas, this episode captures the excitement of starting out as creative practitioners. Produced entirely by the students using a Zoom H4essential 32-Bit Four Track Recorder, the episode is an authentic showcase of their developing skills both behind the mic and behind the scenes. 👉 To find out more about MLC’s alternative provision and how the Creative Practitioner course supports young people in the arts, visit: musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision

    29 min

  8. 16/09/2025

    Researching And Making The Case For An Arts Issue

    🎙️ MLC Student Voices – researching and making the case for an arts issueIn this episode of MLC Student Voices, students on the Creative Practitioner course at the Music Learning Collective (MLC) in Nottingham dive into the the first chapter of the book, The Creative Practitioner. Featuring Jess Neuville and Daisy Tempest, the conversation is relaxed, fun and full of curiosity as they share reflections on the scope of the creative industries in the UK. From first impressions to practical approaches, this episode shines a light on the excitement of experimenting and building confidence as emerging creative practitioners. Produced entirely by the students using a Zoom H4essential 32-Bit Four Track Recorder, the episode reflects both their creativity and growing technical skills. 👉 To find out more about MLC’s alternative provision and how the Creative Practitioner course supports young people in the arts, visit: musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision

    10 min

  9. 10/09/2025

    Projects and Skills with Jessica Neuville

    🎙️ MLC Student Voices: Projects and Skills with Jessica NeuvilleIn this episode of MLC Student Voices, Jessica Neuville talks us through her project ambitions and the journey she’s taking to bring them to life. She explores the additional skills she’ll need to develop in order to successfully produce her work, while also reflecting on the personal leadership qualities required to see a creative project through from start to finish. Jessica is currently studying on the Explore the Creative Industries course, and is part of the MLC Alternative Provision. Her insights offer a genuine glimpse into the experiences of young creative practitioners as they shape their skills and define their paths. This episode is not only about creative ambition, but also about resilience, responsibility and the growing confidence needed to take ideas from vision to reality. This episode was produced using a The RØDECaster Pro™

    13 min

  10. 09/09/2025

    Exploring The What and How When Developing A New Art Form

    🎙️ MLC Student Voices – Exploring The What and How When Developing A New Art FormIn this episode of MLC Student Voices, students on the Creative Practitioner course at the Music Learning Collective (MLC) in Nottingham dive into the what and how of developing a new art form. Featuring Jess Neuville, Daisy Tempest and Noah Clarke, the conversation is relaxed, fun and full of curiosity as the group share ideas about which art forms spark their interest and how they might explore them further. From first impressions to practical approaches, this episode shines a light on the excitement of experimenting and building confidence as emerging creative practitioners. Produced entirely by the students using a Zoom H4essential 32-Bit Four Track Recorder, the episode reflects both their creativity and growing technical skills. 👉 To find out more about MLC’s alternative provision and how the Creative Practitioner course supports young people in the arts, visit: musiclearningcollective.com/alternative-provision

    31 min
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By MLC students, for young Creative Practitioners everywhere. This show is designed for students at the Music Learning Collective to showcase their talents and share their thoughts as their journeys progress.

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  • Creator
    Music Learning Collective CIC
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Music Learning Collective CIC
  • Show Website
    MLC Student Voices