Young musicians rise to the challenge of rehearsing and performing alongside professionals. Repertoire is chosen in close consultation with Heads of Music to suit the exact line-up.

Meeting older people, playing for them and chatting to them afterwards enhances social skills and boosts confidence. 

What the care homes say:

“We’d really love to see these concerts continue. It is so good for our residents and many who rarely interact with us to do so at these concerts.” Residential care home activities organiser, Chislehurst

“The whole concert was exciting and passionate and most of all, fun!” Activities Lead at St Cecilia’s Leonard Cheshire

 What the young musicians say:

“I was a bit nervous but they were all happy to talk and were nice to talk to” Young musician at a care home concert

“I found [talking to the residents] incredible and inspiring” Young musician performing in a care home