Singer/Songwriter, Laura White and young musicians raise the roof

Singer/song writer Laura White raised the roof at Burton upon Trent’s Brewhouse Arts Centre recently as she performed alongside talented young musicians aged 13-19 years old from the midlands.

The music gig on 4 September formed the culminating part of an exciting four day music industry residency for young musicians at the Arts Centre. It also marked the end of a fantastic 2 year project working with young people from across the region; developing their music skills and working with professional musicians.

The Wired for Sound Futures Musicians’ Residency was delivered by Make Some Noise in partnership with East Staffordshire Borough Council and The Brewhouse Arts Centre with special guest appearances from music industry professionals, of which Laura White was one.

Laura White who was a popular finalist in the fifth X Factor series back in 2008 has continued with her singing and song writing, having penned songs for leading pop artists, including Cher Lloyd and Leona Lewis and more recently Rita Ora’s new track with Charles Hamilton, `New York Raining’. Arriving for final day, Laura shared her experiences of the music industry and offered a fascinating insight into how she has built a successful career in song-writing. Passing on her incredible advice and support in song writing to the young participants, Laura also talked about recording of her new record. Laura said: “It’s been an incredible week with these young musicians. They are so talented and I am delighted to have been a part of this exciting project. I have had the best time.”

Shannon aged 13 from Burton, one of the young musicians taking part said: “Laura’s talk has really inspired me to keep going.”

Each song produced by the young participants will be uploaded as part of the collection of charity singles.