WHATEVER YOUR SOUND
Music Equals Quality of Life
We believe that access to music and the arts greatly improves quality of life for people in our community. Working with our community is at the core of what we do, removing barriers to participation by delivering inspiring music and arts projects that provide people with opportunities to explore their interests and develop their passions. Discover all our services and possibilities by pressing ‘Learn More’.
“ADD SOME MUSIC TO YOUR DAY…”
We have created a truly inclusive space at the heart of the community that offers a warm welcome to people of all backgrounds. Come along and participate in a group activity, book a rehearsal space or record your music in our community music studio!
And remember, as we’re a charity every penny you spend with us goes back into funding our community projects for more future musicians to enjoy, as well as towards the upkeep of our unique 1930’s library building.
Everyone Welcome!
Our History
The Soundroom has existed in one form or another since 1985 and the days of Deckham Music Collective. When the collective moved into a room at the Elgin Centre, part of the Route 26 project, it christened its new home, The Soundroom.
By the late 1990s, The Soundroom had grown successful enough to break out on its own and, with the help of Gateshead Council, moved into its current home of the former Redheugh Library, opening in December 2000. The larger premises allowed room for installation a full recording studio and several rehearsal rooms. Continuing to operate as a voluntary organisation and supported by the council, The Soundroom continued providing education in music for youth and adults, rehearsals, recording facilities and other music-related community projects, including the long running twice weekly Music Café.
In 2014, the project became a Charity, independently running the project and maintaining the building on a 35-year lease from Gateshead Council.