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Iʼve raised £361 to offer live music for people to be supported by the Music at Home Service, for anyone who struggles to go out, but loves music and a chat.
- Powys
- Funded on Sunday, 6th October 2024
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Marc’s half marathon on Cadair Idris will find him running what’s been called ’possibly the toughest half marathon in the UK, and the most awe-inspiring’. Hopefully the weather will be kind on Sunday, 30 June! He’s raising money for Music Anywhere, a community music organisation established to reduce loneliness and isolation for people living rurally. Marc volunteers for Music Anywhere, offering his time at events and with IT. He has seen first hand the way that music can bring people to life and get them sharing memories and experiences.
I've seen the real impact that it has on people and arts in health organisations are struggling. I want to put my hobby to good use and set myself a challenge that helps other people.
Through The Music at Home Service (The MHS) we bring live music to people's homes. Our musicians aren't only gifted instrumentally, but are chosen for the rapport they build with the people they support with their music.
It’s the highlight of my week, the thing I look forward to. She’s a really gifted musician and she’s introduced me to new music. I’m playing her some classical music on her next visit!
Perhaps you or a loved one can't leave the house often, have a condition or accessibility needs? Live music in your lounge might seem a bit odd, but a cuppa and a song can go a long way to improving your day and give you something to chat about.
The Music at Home Service isn’t easy to get funding for. With so many pressures on services, music is seen as a luxury, but it can be an essential part of keeping someone active, both physically and mentally. It can help in multiple ways, reducing anxiety, providing enrichment and stimulation as well as encouraging movement, even just a toe tap! It connects people, giving someone being cared for at home a different experience, and their carer a fresh perspective.
Musicians are referenced, police checked, trained and supported to play for vulnerable people. They are chosen for their skills with people, as much as music.
All the funds raised go directly to deliver the Music at Home Service, paying musicians for their time and skills.
If you would like to know more about our work, contact us via www.MusicAnywhere.org.uk
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- 4 months ago
Music Anywhere
4 months agoToday’s the day! We’re off in good weather, so hopefully Marc will be up and down the mountain and ready for lunch! Thank you everyone who’s helped us smash the target, it means a lot to the people who receive the service.
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- 4 months ago
Music Anywhere
4 months agoWhoa, we're (over) half way there, whoa-oa we really know you care! Thank you all so much for supporting Marc and Music Anywhere to help people who really need something special in their day! If you'd like to know more about how live music has a demonstrable impact on people's health and well-being, take a look at www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-music-improve-our-health-and-quality-of-life-202207252786
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- 4 months ago
Music Anywhere
4 months agoMassive thanks to everyone who's donated, your help is truly appreciated in these times. We're 30% of the way to our target, so please carry on sharing! Marc's training is going well and he's been running with Belle and Tiger to get them up to speed, which they think is great! #MusicMakesUsBetter
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15
Anonymous
Jul 2, 2024
£25.00
Sarah Ashley
Jun 30, 2024
Go Marc! Sending power to those legs.What an awesome thing to be doing for an incredible cause xxx
£20.00
Lizzie Sceats
Jun 26, 2024
£20.00
Rik, Cass & Tarquin
Jun 25, 2024
Go Marc, do good running! Good luck! x
£25.00
Sarah and the boys
Jun 25, 2024
Good luck Marc! xxx
£20.00
Grant McKelvie
Jun 21, 2024
High impact activity struggling to land funding - keep up the energy to make this work for everyone who benefits. Inspirational stuff.
£90.00
Pav
Jun 18, 2024
£25.00
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Music makes us better. That's what we believe. Live music, played by amazing people, should be available to anyone, anywhere they need it. We work in community music to offer interactive sessions for people with various conditions, or who can’t leave home. #MusicMakesUsBetter