North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre

08/09/2026

Join us once again for our annual REELS NIGHT at Hovingham Village Hall.

Saturday 17th October.

Please make your donation via the North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre website. If you are a UK taxpayer, please Gift Aid your donation if you are able to. Your donation will help support the work of North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre.

Dancing from 9pm until midnight at Hovingham Village Hall.

The Dance Card:
Dashing White Sergeant · Eightsome Reel · Reel o’ the 51st · Duke of Perth · Raffle · Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh · Hamilton House · Reel o’ the 51st · Auld Lang Syne

Make an evening of it! Please arrange your own supper before joining us for an evening of reels, music and dancing.

04/09/2026

📢 Annual General Meeting – North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre

We’re inviting members of the public to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM).

📅 Friday 25th September 2026
🕥 10:30am
📍 North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre, The Byre, Hovingham

Come along to hear about our work over the past year, our plans for the future, and the difference music therapy is making across North Yorkshire.

We’d be delighted to welcome you. Tea and coffee provided.

11/08/2026

As our care home programme continues to grow, so does our commitment to improving the lives of people living with dementia.

We're continually developing new approaches, learning from research, and working alongside care providers to ensure more people can benefit from music therapy.

Thank you for following our journey and supporting this important work.

Together, we're helping music change lives.

See how we're continuing to grow our services and support more people across North Yorkshire. Visit: www.music-therapy.org.uk

07/08/2026

Post 12 – John's Story (YouTube Video)

🎥 Music Therapy in Action – John's Story

Every person's experience of dementia is unique.

John's story shows how personalised music therapy can support communication, emotional wellbeing and meaningful connection.

By using music that reflected John's own experiences and identity, therapy created opportunities for expression, interaction and joy.

Watch John's inspiring story below.

https://youtu.be/tqJHFstppVE?si=YOfkjlgO4WiIJDB8

At the heart of our work with older people is a commitment to offer...

06/08/2026

Music therapy isn't simply about singing songs.

It's a clinical, evidence-informed approach that uses music to support emotional wellbeing, communication, cognition and quality of life.

Every intervention is carefully planned around each person's needs, helping them experience moments of confidence, connection and joy.

Curious about how music therapy works? Find out more on our website: www.music-therapy.org.uk

05/08/2026

Could You Help Us Find Our Next Treasurer?

For more than 30 years, North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre has been transforming lives through the power of music, providing professional music therapy for children and adults in schools, healthcare settings, care homes, community venues, and from our centre in Hovingham. As demand for our services continues to grow, we're looking for a new Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and help support the charity's future.

If you know someone with financial experience who is looking to use their skills to make a real difference in their local community, we'd be incredibly grateful if you could forward the advert below. Previous trustee experience isn't required, just an interest in supporting a charity that helps people of all ages improve their wellbeing through music. Thank you for helping us spread the word.

05/08/2026

🎥 Music Therapy in Action – Alice's Story

Alice's story is a wonderful example of how music therapy can support someone living with dementia.

Through regular music therapy sessions, Alice was able to reconnect with important parts of her identity, express her emotions, and build confidence again.

Her journey reminds us that dementia does not define a person, and that meaningful moments of connection are always possible.

Watch Alice's inspiring story below.

https://youtu.be/trbLX51UqsM?si=a110XhFEdFCY-gBh

What does it mean to find yourself again when a diagnosis has made ...

04/08/2026

Music doesn't just happen during a therapy session.

We work alongside care home staff and families to create personalised Musical Care Plans that become part of everyday life.

These may include:
🎵 Favourite songs during personal care
🎵 Rhythm to encourage movement
🎵 Familiar music to reduce anxiety
🎵 Singing to encourage communication

Small musical moments can have a lasting impact.

Read more about our work in care homes and how music is becoming part of everyday care: www.music-therapy.org.uk

31/07/2026

Sometimes behaviours such as agitation, anxiety or withdrawal are forms of communication.

Through music therapy, we help uncover what someone may be trying to express.

By listening carefully, building relationships and using personalised musical approaches, we support residents, families and care staff to respond with greater understanding and compassion.

That's the power of person-centred care.

Discover how music therapy supports person-centred dementia care on our website: www.music-therapy.org.uk

30/07/2026

Every Wednesday morning, our Sunshine Singers group brings people together at our centre in Hovingham.

What began with just six participants has grown into a thriving dementia-friendly community where music, conversation and friendship go hand in hand.

Whether we're singing favourite songs, exploring rhythm, or simply enjoying time together, every session is filled with smiles and meaningful moments.

Interested in joining Sunshine Singers or learning more about our community groups? Visit: www.music-therapy.org.uk