PLAYvirtuoso

PLAYvirtuoso

Transforming Music Education. Certified B Corp

Founded 2015

Manchester, United Kingdom 18 employees Grant Total: $2.25M EdTech, Education +2

PLAYvirtuoso is a UK-based startup with a mission to revolutionize music education and create universal access to world-class music education. Originally founded in 2015 as FutureDJs by Austen & Scott Smart, PLAYvirtuoso has emerged as a leader in artist-led modern music learning. The company offers a comprehensive range of over 100 on-demand video courses facilitated by renowned contemporary artists, 1:1 mentoring programs, and strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as courses on Spotify. PLAYvirtuoso engages closely with UK schools, delivering artist workshops, DJ lessons for GCSE, and inclusion initiatives such as Future1000 with BBC Radio 1’s Jaguar. The company's collaboration with major exam boards has resulted in creating structured, accredited courses that lead to real graded qualifications in modern music disciplines. Moreover, it has recently received a grant investment from Celo Camp, signifying growing interest from investors. As of now, PLAYvirtuoso has been recognized as a Certified B Corp, solidifying its commitment to social and environmental responsibility. The company is at the forefront of transforming music education and the national curriculum, positioning itself as an influential player in the EdTech, Education, and Music industries. With this trajectory, PLAYvirtuoso presents a promising prospect for venture capital willing to invest in innovative and impactful startup ventures.

Funding Stage	Amount	Investors	Lead Investors	Date
Grant	Undisclosed	1	Celo Camp	07 Oct 2022
Seed Round	£1.00M	1	8point8 Capital	01 Oct 2021
Seed Round	£800.00K	-		01 Oct 2019
Equity Crowdfunding	£397.13K	1	Crowdcube	13 May 2018
Angel Round	£50.00K	-		04 Apr 2017

Funding Stage

Amount

Investors

Lead Investors

Date

Grant

Undisclosed

Celo Camp

07 Oct 2022

Seed Round

£1.00M

8point8 Capital

01 Oct 2021

Seed Round

£800.00K

01 Oct 2019

Equity Crowdfunding

£397.13K

Crowdcube

13 May 2018

Angel Round

£50.00K

04 Apr 2017

FAQ About PLAYvirtuoso

Transforming Music Education. Certified B Corp

PLAYvirtuoso was founded in 2015.

PLAYvirtuoso is headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom.

PLAYvirtuoso operates in EdTech, Education, Music and Media. Its work centres on music education, online learning, artist-led courses and B Corp.

PLAYvirtuoso has approximately 18 employees.

PLAYvirtuoso has completed 5 funding rounds, raising a total of $2.25M. The latest funding stage is Grant.

Top alternatives and competitors to PLAYvirtuoso include Subject, PADHHIGH, Actura, Study Space, uDiscover Virtual School. These companies operate in related industries and serve comparable markets. You can compare them side by side on Bounce Watch.

PLAYvirtuoso and Subject are both companies in similar industries. Compare their funding, team size, growth signals, and market position on Bounce Watch to see which one fits your needs.

General Information

Discover More

About PLAYvirtuoso

Funding Rounds & Investors (5)

PLAYvirtuoso Alternatives & Competitors

FAQ About PLAYvirtuoso