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Trinity College London and Yamaha Corporation announce global music education collaboration in India
Yamaha Corporation and Trinity College London signed a Memorandum of Understanding in January 2026 to expand access to high-quality music education across
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[{"type":"text","content":"Sachin Das, Country Manager Trinity College London India and Tony Cox Deputy Sales Unit Head, Yamaha Music India Pvt. Ltd Yamaha Corporation and Trinity College London signed a Memorandum of Understanding in January 2026 to expand access to high-quality music education across India CHENNAI, INDIA, March 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- At a time of rapid economic growth and increasing global recognition of India’s creative industries, both organisations recognise the importance of investing in structured music education. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that more young people, particularly in school settings, can access meaningful music learning opportunities. Music education plays a vital role in developing creativity, confidence, problem-solving and collaboration. These skills not only benefit individual learners but also schools, communities and the wider economy. Since 2017, Yamaha has supported music learning in India through its School Project, introducing structured recorder and keyboard programmes in schools, designed to widen access for young learners. Trinity College London as an awarding organisation has, for over 150 years, provided music qualification and assessment pathways that support progression and measurable achievement, and have been offering graded music exams in India since 1881. By combining Yamaha’s expertise in musical instruments and school outreach initiatives, with Trinity’s assessment and qualification frameworks, the collaboration aims to strengthen the infrastructure supporting music education in India. Music teachers are central to this sustainable growth. The collaboration will prioritise: Strengthening and engaging music teacher communities Expanding structured music programmes for students Raising awareness of the educational and developmental value of music Together, Yamaha and Trinity aim to remove barriers to participation and promote music education as an essential part of a balanced education system, one that develops not only artistic ability but also broader life skills. Comments from Sachin Das, Country Manager, Trinity College London India This collaboration between Trinity College London and Yamaha Music represents a powerful convergence of world-class music education and cutting-edge technology. By bringing together Trinity’s global expertise in assessment wit...