Who we work with

We believe live music needs to be part of everyone’s health and social care. That’s why want to share the healing power of live music as widely as possible. Find out more about who we work with below.

Read more about how we aim to improve the lives of these groups in our Theory of Change.

We work closely with hospitals across the UK to share the many benefits of live music. We reach everyone from new-born babies to older people, everywhere from intensive care to outpatient departments.

Nurses and healthcare staff from Royal Surrey hospital celebrating International Nurses Day
Musician with guitar performing at a patient’s bedside while two women hold Music in Hospitals & Care signs and smile for the camera.

 

Live music offers comforting contact for those who are critically ill, their families and health and care staff. So, we work together with hospices and palliative care services.

Our professional musicians share live music with older people living in and visiting care homes and day centres. This helps to tackle loneliness, strengthen relationships, and creates moments of connection for people living with dementia and those who care for them.

Musician smiling with guitar while engaging two older men during a Music in Hospitals & Care session.

Discover stories

Hear from people who have benefitted from our live music.

Adult holding and comforting a young child, sharing a gentle moment together.

Alexander’s story

“Alexander loved doing the actions along with the nursery rhymes so I know he thoroughly enjoyed it – his smile proved it too. Alexander responds really well to music and we love to sing together as a family.”
Photo of Keshia

Keshia’s story

“It takes you away from everyday life and brings you into a completely new world. It uplifted my emotions and put a smile on my face.”

Gordon’s story

"The music has really helped me to forget my worries and cope much better. It brought back my confidence and really improved my mood. It has changed my life."

Carmarthen Breakthro

“You can see how the children light up with the music, engaging in their own way, whether it’s through dancing, clapping, or simply soaking in the atmosphere. Live music helps create a shared space where everyone is included and valued.”

Sharing joy with Northern Ireland Hospice

“Being able to give someone near the end of their life that little bit of something pretty, something moving, something meaningful or a memory for the whole family to take away with them is very worthwhile.”