A world-leading, digital music and arts platform for Scotland

Multi-award-winning teaching and learning support with CfE-aligned curriculum resources, music technology, online learning for students, and professional learning for teachers. Everything in one place. Accessible and secure.

Awards and recognition for the Charanga music education platform and digital learning resources

For teachers

Fully adaptable for teachers of all experience levels. Accommodate different class sizes, abilities, or timetable constraints without compromising core learning outcomes. We take pride in ensuring the responsibility of teaching music is a joyful and rewarding experience for you and your students.

For learners

Musical achievement relies on hard work and dedication. We ensure students’ musical journeys focus on playing and creating music, not on reading about others doing it. Learners can enjoy a variety of practical musical experiences and opportunities while fostering a love of music.

Why Charanga?

We’re the UK’s music platform of choice and one of the few offering no-obligation free trials. Full access. No payment details. No strings attached. Deliver high-quality music lessons confidently. Amplify every child’s creative voice.

70,000+ teachers

2.5+ million learners

12,500+ schools

64 countries

Partnerships

Why do national and state governments, Scottish Instrumental Music Services, educators, publishers and industry professionals work with Charanga? For over 25 years, we have had an unrivalled track record of helping organisations improve access, inclusion, equity, and standards in music and expressive arts education.

Inspiring future musicians with the RSNO

Working with Scotland’s national orchestra, we want to help more young people in Scotland experience the exhilaration of live orchestral music. Access a suite of bespoke educational materials alongside the RSNO’s most popular digital education resources.

Making a difference

Charanga is an ethical business, committed to social responsibility and to championing Scotland's rich musical heritage and vibrant cultural output. Join us in our mission: to help every child and young person in Scotland engage meaningfully with music and the arts, and build skills that last a lifetime.

Everyone should be able to enjoy music from the earliest possible age. We’re working with Charanga to inspire future musicians, new audiences, and the next generation of music lovers.

Alistair Mackie, RSNO Chief Executive

Celebrating the best of Scotland

Charanga Scotland is more than a platform of teaching resources and educational technology. Its content celebrates Scottish music, connecting the artistic and educational work of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra – and, increasingly, other National Performing Arts Companies – directly with classrooms across the country.

These videos offer a glimpse of what children experience, and show how teachers can use Charanga to build learners’ real-world skills progressively, measurably, and above all, enjoyably.

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Our programmes

Exciting online learning for children and young people
Contemporary digital resources for music teachers and schools supporting subject knowledge and pedagogical confidence.