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Caring Through Music

9m | Posted 28.03.24

Welcome to Music in Mind

Looking to learn more about Music in Mind? This video will give you an insight into exactly what we do and why we do it.

2m | Posted 02.02.24

Using Familiar Music – CD Tracks

Some extra information and guidance on the CD tracks created by the Manchester Camerata for you to use in your music making session.

3m | Posted 02.02.24

Musical Postcards

Musical Postcards is an activity that will use a range of instruments to create a musical picture, from a frosty winter’s day to a tropical rainforest.

3m | Posted 02.02.24

Goodbye Song Examples

Learn about the importance and purpose of a Goodbye Song in your music making session with some useful examples.

3m | Posted 02.02.24

Hello Song Examples

Learn about the importance and purpose of a Hello Song in your music making session with some useful examples.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I get involved with Music in Mind?

Our music sessions are run by a combination of professional musicians and music therapists and our Music Champions. Music Champions are an inspiring group of people including professional carers, community group leaders and volunteers who actively provide dementia support in their local area. To learn more about our Music Champions programme, visit our information page or get in touch if you would like to enquire further about how you can become a Music Champion.
2. Do I have to be a professional carer to become a Music Champion?

No. The Music Champions programme is designed to support anyone who has caring responsibilities for people living with dementia, so you could be a carer working in a care home, or a family carer or volunteer supporting people with dementia in the community.
3. I have no musical talent, does that matter?

You do not need to have any previous musical training or experience to become a Music Champion. You will learn how to use handheld percussion instruments and music tracks so you can find new ways to help people with dementia to take part in music sessions.
4. Where does the training take place?

You will be supported through face-to-face music sessions from our music therapists and musicians in your care home or community group, as well as receiving online support with other Music Champions so we can share our experiences and learn from each other.

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