This year we launched our Pilot Project funded by the Peter Sowerby Foundation – Music for Mental Health and Wellbeing. The aim of this project was to further develop our approach to live music in mental health services by providing opportunities for partner mental health settings and musicians to come together to practice, learn, develop and identify key outcomes.
Throughout the course of the pilot, live music had a positive impact on those experiencing it – including both patients and staff. These immediate impacts on patients ranged from improved wellbeing to nostalgic feelings. It allowed staff a chance to relax and get to know their patients better.
The report explores how our musicians responded to the people and environment. They ensured that the live music was tailored to the needs of the mental health settings and those in attendance, which proved impactful and valued.
“Having seen them in action, I believe Music in Hospitals & Care is making a real difference to patients and helping their recovery.”
Consultant, Princess of Wales Hospital
If you feel inspired and would like to learn more about our work or partner with us, please do get in touch.
An unforgettable evening of wine, music and song
Join us on Thursday 24 September at the historic St James Garlickhythe Church in central London for a very special evening of live music. Guests will enjoy wine and canapés from 6:30pm, with music starting at 7:30pm until around 9:20pm. Buy your tickets here.
Celebrating Make Music Day with more interactive Music Jams
Our Music Jam initiative is due to be rolled out to hospitals across the UK after demonstrating for more than a decade the positive impact it has on the mental health and wellbeing of patients in Edinburgh.
Carers’ Week at Murrayfield Memory Lane Café
It’s Carers Week, and we’re highlighting the power of live music to transform dementia-friendly spaces into vibrant hubs that help to reduce anxiety and confusion of people affected by memory loss.