Catherine Brentnall
Developing resources
Catherine produces curricula and resources to support educators in a variety of contexts. Examples include leading on the vocal and instrumental curriculum A Common Approach for Music Mark, creating resources for Wiltshire Music Connect to support the progression of vocal and instrumental learners, and writing case studies to share good practice in schools.
Facilitating collaboration
Project management
Catherine skilfully leads groups of music education professionals in the development of
resources, capturing ideas, knowledge and experience to produce a coherent final product. Examples include the 2026 Early Years section of A Common Approach and a revised instrumental awards scheme for ArtForms Leeds.
Catherine is a highly organised and efficient project manager, having organised several conferences for music hubs, managing events from conception to delivery, including venue, logistics, programming, bookings, budget, and evaluation. She has delivered many collaborative events with schools and external organisations, including a series of workshops and performances with The Royal Corps of Army Music engaging approximately 2000 children.
Leading networks
Catherine leads a national network for vocal and instrumental teachers for Music Mark, providing a forum for discussion and collaboration. Catherine also has a great deal of experience leading regional networks of schools, providing CPD and collaborative opportunities for school-based teachers.
"This resource is an extraordinary achievement – a homogenous piece of high quality work. The style is accessible and reads well; the layout is beautifully clear and easy to navigate."
Sue Nicholls, Freelance Music Education Consultant
"I don't know how you have managed to give music leaders such an authentic feel for EYFS music on paper. This is a fabulous piece of work, covering so many aspects, and I am very proud to have contributed."
Julia Birchall, Freelance Early Years Leader and Trainer
"It's honestly so rare for a meeting to be so well planned with clear and purposeful activities! I really felt that there was momentum and that my contributions were being valued and considered."
Tim Clay,
Leicestershire Music