We're changing our name.

We are Sage Gateshead.

And we are changing our name. To find out why, read the answers to frequently asked questions on our website.

We're almost 20 years old, and we're getting ready for a slightly different - but bigger - future. A future that's part of a new, busier Gateshead Quays.

So, this year is an opportunity for us to affirm who we are, how we should be known and what we look like. And to do that we asked you what you thought.

We asked you to have your say about our past, our present and our future and were overwhelmed with the response. You described memorable moments you shared with special people. You told us new musical skills and confidence you developed through our programmes. What came through most clearly was the pride you have in Sage Gateshead's contribution to music here in the North.

The memories, ideas and sentiment shared by you, affirmed just how much a charity like ours can make a difference to so many people. We have read every suggestion, comment and idea and they are all helping to inform us on the next step of the journey.

You can read the comments if you visit the Storywall on our website.

Now we're busy working on developing our new brand and visual identity and we hope to be sharing this with you in the Autumn.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us by emailing namechange@sagegateshead.com