DMLab Gloucester

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DMLab Gloucester is a series of different events for musicians and technologists run by The Music Works. They are opportunities for you to get hands-on with accessible music instruments, hear about exciting new projects, meet other musicians, makers and hackers, and develop new instruments. Plus live electronic music!

To find out more, visit The Music Work’s website.

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Our Events

‘Plug & Play’ Wednesday 30th September 2026
Patch, 6:30 – 10pm

A new Electronic Music Open Mic night in Gloucester! Turn up and play a short set. All types of music with electronics are welcome, all levels welcome. These nights are a platform for Disabled, d/Deaf and neurodivergent artists. A great night out of local music.

Future Events:

Keep an eye on this page, the Drake Music Instagram, and The Music Works website for announcements on new events.

All events are free, accessible, and open to everyone. You don’t need any experience, just an interest in music, instrument design, tech or accessibility.

Access

Find accessibility info on the Gloucester Library website for our hackathons. Email Lee, lholder@themusicworks.org.uk, with any questions and access requests.

  • Are you a d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent musician interested in finding out more about the music technology industry?
  • Are you a technologist/maker interested in music and sound?
  • Are you a d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent person who isn’t yet a musician but would like to be?

Then DMLab Gloucester is for you!

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Contact

If you have any questions you can email:

lholder@themusicworks.org.uk