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A person holds onto a brightly-coloured ukulele, as they play a song during a music therapy session

Joy’s story

After her beloved husband passed away, singing in the Mountbatten Hospice Community Choir has given Joy a sense of peace and helped her feel like a person again.

Jonathan plays the symbols sitting in his bed in hospital, as music therapist Jose plays the keyboard.

Jonathan’s story

During his painful and exhausting cancer treatment, music therapy helped Jonathan overcome his isolation and find new ways to express himself.

A set of hands play music on a keyboard, as a music therapy session takes place at a Nordoff and Robbins partner school

Ava’s story

Ava has complex health needs that have resulted in her being non-verbal, but joining our online Community Choir during the Covid pandemic helped her find her voice.

Betsy holds a bright pink ukulele during a music therapy session, as her and music therapist Oli sing together.

Betsy’s story

Music therapy has unlocked Betsy’s creativity and given her a welcome distraction from all the medical procedures she is undergoing to treat her brain tumour.

Geoff sits at a drum kit during music therapy with Fraser, his music therapist, who plays along beside him.

Geoff’s story

After a massive heart attack put many of Geoff’s previous hobbies beyond his reach, music therapy drum sessions brought a welcome new rhythm to his life.

A pair of maracas are held in the air during a music therapy session, as people excitedly join in the session.

May’s story

May is learning to use music with increased independence, to reflect on her emotions and thoughts in the moment.

Music therapy client Inez smiles as she sits outside in the long grass, one hand on an acoustic guitar

Inez’s story

When Inez started having music therapy sessions she was mesmerised from the start. “Her eyes light up and she smiles,” says Inez’s mum, Julia.

Music therapy client Mr G is standing outside, slightly smiling as he looks directly into the camera.

Mr G’s story

While Mr G lived in the hostel, music therapy became an important part of his week, improving his self-esteem and giving him a break from negative thoughts.

Janet happily smiles during a music therapy session at Enable Glasgow, as she shakes a pair of maracas.

Janet’s story

By bringing the participants closer together, music therapy has also increased Janet’s ability to interact with the people who support her at home.

Charlie looks to the ceiling as he blows into a small silver horn, with music therapist Stella singing alongside him.

Charlie’s story

Charlie can’t wait for music therapy every week. It’s helped him to engage with school activities and the staff often use singing to encourage Charlie.

Patsy takes part in music therapy, holding a drumstick as music therapist Harriet is plays the piano

Patsy’s Story

Music therapy has helped Patsy, who has autism, find new ways to communicate and express herself without words.