CUT Music

Empowering young voices through music and creativity.

CUT Music Resilience, Ambition and Purpose

CUT MUSIC – Creating Understanding Through Music

About The Programme

Lad singing in CUT Music

The programme is designed to create understanding and growth around the realities of current youth culture, including issues related to violence, bullying, gangs, and future aspirations. Through engaging workshops, we provide young people with a safe space to explore these topics openly, encouraging them to reflect on where they see themselves in 10 or 20 years.

CUT MUSIC is a dynamic and impactful creative programme that empowers young people to express themselves through rap, songwriting, and music production.

We ask thought-provoking questions: What kind of life do they want to build? Do they dream of having a family? How can they make their loved ones proud? By raising their ambitions and fostering self-awareness, CUT MUSIC aims to break the cycle of negative influences and support young people in creating a brighter, more positive future.

Through creativity and honest discussion, we strive to inspire young people to make healthier choices, build resilience, and see beyond their immediate circumstances to a life filled with opportunity and hope.

Melanie Reed with kids from CUT Music

Our Mission

At CUT MUSIC, we believe in the transformative power of music. Our mission is to build confidence, resilience, and self-belief in young people, showing them that they have the potential to shape their futures and be positive role models within their communities. 

CUT Music Resilience, Ambition and Purpose

At CUT MUSIC, we believe in the power of creativity to inspire change and give young people a voice. Our workshops leave participants with newfound confidence, valuable insights, and a piece of work they can be proud of.

Melody Reed CUT Music

Melody Reed

Founder, Creative Leader, Professional Singer, Video Editor, VRP Community Leader

Cherie Gears CUT Music

Cherie Gears

Professional Artist, Singer, Song Producer, Teacher, Creative Leader

Rob Bradley CUT Music

Rob Bradley

Professional Artist, Rapper, Founder of Rob’s Rap School, Creative Leader

Below are some examples of our work

Woodlands Co-op Academy, Harehills, Leeds

PRISM, Bradford

Parkside School, Cullingworth

Early Action Initiative, West Yorkshire Police

Prism City Farm, Bradford