The Velophonic Orchestra is a spontaneous bicycle orchestra that anyone can join!

Over the period of an hour, we’ll explore the possibilities of using bicycles as instruments: playing on bells, spokes, frames, saddles - you name it! No previous bicycle-playing experience necessary - just follow the conductors and experience being part of the band as we create and perform a piece of music to celebrate each of the four cycle sports of the European Championships.

There's a series of outreach workshops planned, and we're looking for a team of volunteers to help everyone make music on the day - if you have some experience of percussion, a bike, and fabulous listening/team skills, we need you!

Time commitment is 2 x 2 hour rehearsals, and of course, the event day itself. DO get in touch if this sounds like your thing...

The second annual NAMIH conference, will be held at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool on Monday June 4th, 11AM - 6PM.

- Jane will lead a workshop on a topic as yet to be arranged - watch this space! Probably something around social musicality...

other confirmed speakers include:

-Clive Parkinson, Director of Arts for Health at Manchester Metropolitan University

-Sidney De Haan Research Centre

-Katy Robinson, Youth Music

-LIME Arts and Salford University

-ICU-Hear: Music in Hospitals and Care - a Clinical Perspective. Presentation from Manchester Royal Infirmary's Critical Care Team

For the latest updates, follow the event's dedicated facebook page here: 

https://www.facebook.com/events/555250674839416/

Tickets are available at Eventbrite: 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/namih-conference-2018-tickets-43302342472

An international symposium demonstrating how music is used globally to enhance the lives of seniors

Lead by music facilitators from around the world, this one day symposium will demonstrate the benefits of participatory musical activities for seniors living in community or long term care settings.

Participants will experience how interactive music-making adds a therapeutic benefit to the lives of seniors.  Particular focus will be given to the needs of people with neurological disorders and other chronic diseases.

A monthly workshop course on music – its purpose and potential, how to use it imaginatively in congregations and much more.

Led by John L. Bell, Jane Bentley & Carol McArthur.

The course is open to all who are interested in the potential of music in the church – its importance in worship, pastoral work, and spirituality. Each evening is self-contained, so that participants may come for the whole course or specific evenings.

Tonight - last in the series: The Global Connection
Singable songs from every continent

Kids’ Classics CLG in partnership with the Royal Irish Academy of Music presents: ‘The Emerging Role of Music in Dementia Care – The Transformative Power of Connection’ on 1 May 2018. This talk will be led by Dr Jane Bentley, a music in healthcare practitioner and trainer based in Scotland.

With recent studies showing that just one hour a day of social interaction brings benefits to people with dementia, more and more attention is being given to the need to find ways to make meaningful, relational connections.

Music, particularly live music, can be a uniquely powerful way to reach people with dementia: because a musician can adapt to the rhythms and emotions of a person on a moment-to-moment basis, music becomes a shared language of relating and connecting – even at a time when words may no longer be accessible.

This talk will be led by Dr Jane Bentley in partnership with Kids’ Classics, Ireland’s leading Music in Healthcare Organisation. You will hear about current professional Music in Healthcare programmes, training and partnerships with leading national arts organistions in Scotland and Ireland.

Kids’ Classics CLG in partnership with the Royal Irish Academy of Music presents: ‘The Emerging Role of Music in Dementia Care – The Transformative Power of Connection’ on 1 May 2018. This talk will be led by Dr Jane Bentley, a music in healthcare practitioner and trainer based in Scotland.

With recent studies showing that just one hour a day of social interaction brings benefits to people with dementia, more and more attention is being given to the need to find ways to make meaningful, relational connections.

Music, particularly live music, can be a uniquely powerful way to reach people with dementia: because a musician can adapt to the rhythms and emotions of a person on a moment-to-moment basis, music becomes a shared language of relating and connecting – even at a time when words may no longer be accessible.

This talk will be led by Dr Jane Bentley in partnership with Kids’ Classics, Ireland’s leading Music in Healthcare Organisation. You will hear about current professional Music in Healthcare programmes, training and partnerships with leading national arts organistions in Scotland and Ireland.

Meet speakers and students from all backgrounds for thought provoking speeches and discussion on the subject of Radicalisation and Reconciliation.

The event is open to people of all backgrounds aged 18 to 30.

The following people have confirmed to speak at the conference:

Rev Dr Leah E Robinson, Lecturer in Practical and Pastoral Theology at the University of Edinburgh. Author of: Embodied Peacebuilding: Reconciliation as Practical Theology.

Imam Usama Hasan, Quilliam International, Head of Islamic Studies at Quilliam and was a founding advisor to the counter-extremist organisation in 2008.

Mahrukh Shaukat and Gigha Lennox, participants in an interfaith youth leader exchange programme organised by Interfaith Scotland and the Church of Scotland in partnership with Al Waleed Centre, Al Maktoum College and PROCMURA (Programme for Christian and Muslim Relations in Africa).

Dr Jane Bentley, ArtBeat, Rhythms of Diversity, founder of ArtBeat, an organisation that specialises in music for community, communication, health, and social wellbeing. 

Mike Jervis, Active Change Foundation, an organisation which promotes a world free from terrorism and violence that values young people and communities.

Andrew Marin, Centre for the study of Religion and Politics, President and Founder of The Marin Foundation, award winning author and teacher at the University of St Andrews.

Place for Hope: Reconciling from the Edge, offers practical support, in the form of facilitated conversation, coaching and training, for individuals and faith groups "on the edge", encountering, facing difference and experiencing conflict.

Dr Maureen Sier, Director of Interfaith Scotland, has a PhD in Religious and Cultural Studies from Aberdeen University and has worked in the field of interfaith relations for over 16 years.

A monthly workshop course on music – its purpose and potential, how to use it imaginatively in congregations and much more.

Led by John L. Bell, Jane Bentley & Carol McArthur.

The course is open to all who are interested in the potential of music in the church – its importance in worship, pastoral work, and spirituality. Each evening is self-contained, so that participants may come for the whole course or specific evenings.

Tonight - Music, Mind and Memory
The amazing ways in which music works when other communication fails.

A monthly workshop course on music – its purpose and potential, how to use it imaginatively in congregations and much more.

Led by John L. Bell, Jane Bentley & Carol McArthur.

The course is open to all who are interested in the potential of music in the church – its importance in worship, pastoral work, and spirituality. Each evening is self-contained, so that participants may come for the whole course or specific evenings.

Tonight - Songs of Separation
The importance of lament when life does not bring what we expect.

A monthly workshop course on music – its purpose and potential, how to use it imaginatively in congregations and much more.

Led by John L. Bell, Jane Bentley & Carol McArthur.

The course is open to all who are interested in the potential of music in the church – its importance in worship, pastoral work, and spirituality. Each evening is self-contained, so that participants may come for the whole course or specific evenings.

Tonight - Rhythm!! What it does for us, how it works, and its potential in building and sustaining community. This will be both theoretical and practical... no previous experience necessary.

East End First Saturdays is a free cultural experience where creative and cultural attractions in the East End of Glasgow come together in an exciting programme of activity on the First Saturday of every month.

As part of this, Vox Liminis throws open its doors to the public - with sessions including music, an open mic slot, and insights into the work that VOX does with the criminal justice system in Scotland. This month, In Tune is the featured project - join us to experience a taster of family music making - with songs, drums, and Tiny Tim the turtle....

Established by Interfaith Scotland in 2004, Scottish Interfaith Week provides an opportunity for individuals, local interfaith groups and faith communities across the country to celebrate Scotland's religious diversity and to plan events that bring local people together to promote dialogue, understanding and co-operation between Scotland's diverse religious communities.

Contact admin@interfaithscotland.org for more details of the launch event. (There will be drumming!)

A monthly workshop course on music – its purpose and potential, how to use it imaginatively in congregations and much more.

Led by John L. Bell, Jane Bentley & Carol McArthur.

The course is open to all who are interested in the potential of music in the church – its importance in worship, pastoral work, and spirituality. Each evening is self-contained, so that participants may come for the whole course or specific evenings.

• Monday 6th November: The Scottish Dimension
  A whirlwind tour through triumphs and tragedies in church and out of it.

A music-making jam session hosted by Paisley Guitar Group and The Buddy Beat. Bring an instrument or something to make music with and take part in this popular annual event. Come for 9.30am to get a breakfast roll!

All ages are welcome to come and get your groove on - whether you're 5 or 95! Instruments are provide, and no previous experience is necessary - we'll support you all the way.

Join us for an afternoon of music, videos, special guests, cake - and presents! Celebrate the role of music in mental health recovery with a beat...

Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival.