In this special edition of Beam Me Up Scotty, Amber-Lea Scott takes listeners behind the scenes at MLC Live: The Next Generation Showcase — a huge celebration of talent, teamwork and community spirit from across the Music Learning Collective.

With 122 performers across three packed concerts, Scotty wasn’t able to grab everyone for a chat (no transporter beam could have saved her!), but she did manage to speak with a fantastic mix of performers, families, front-of-house staff, teachers, and backstage heroes.

Across the episode, you’ll hear:

• Bursts of pre-show excitement
• Honest reflections from students stepping onto the stage
• Insight from staff working tirelessly behind the scenes
• Proud and emotional messages from families
• Post-performance buzz and laughter
• A real sense of what it feels like to be part of something big, joyful and genuinely community-led

This episode captures the energy, commitment and enthusiasm that make MLC Live so special. Whether you performed, volunteered, or cheered from the audience, there’s something here that celebrates you and the incredible creative community that surrounds the MLC.

To find out more about the Next Generation Showcase, including rehearsal information and event details, visit: https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/events/mlc-live-the-next-generation-showcase-details-rehearsal-info

Beam Me Up Scotty – Trailer

Hosted by Amber-Lea Scott

Welcome to the official trailer for Beam Me Up Scotty, the brand-new podcast from the Music Learning Collective — produced entirely by the youngest members of the MLC team.

In this short introduction, you’ll meet our host Amber-Lea Scott, whose energy, curiosity, and straight-talking honesty set the tone for the whole series. Amber-Lea gives listeners a taste of what’s to come: real conversations, student-centred stories, creative insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Whether it’s chatting about life at MLC, exploring big ideas through a young person’s perspective, or shining a light on the experiences that shape today’s learners, this podcast is all about giving students a voice — loud, clear, and authentically theirs.

Hit follow, join the community, and get ready to beam up with Amber-Lea and the team.

New episodes coming soon.

In this episode, Scotty introduces MLC students to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and explains how MLC supports young people in achieving Bronze, Silver and Gold. From music-centred skill development to life-changing experiences, the DofE offers a pathway that builds confidence, resilience and independence.

Listen now and discover how you can get involved.

More details here: https://www.musiclearningcollective.com/news/press-release-mlc-to-offer-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/