Connection and Wellbeing Through Music
Music-based wellbeing programmes for people with mental health challenges, SEND, and those who’ve fallen through the gaps of traditional services — across Merseyside.
How We Use Music to Improve Mental Health
We use music to reach people who’ve been failed by traditional mental health services — building confidence, reducing isolation, and improving wellbeing in a space that feels safe, creative, and non-clinical.
SEND & Inclusion
We work with children, young people and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), creating inclusive, supportive environments where everyone can express themselves through music.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Improving mental health and wellbeing through music. Music improves mental health by boosting mood, reducing stress, supporting sleep, and helping people process emotions and feel more connected.
DJ Workshops
Hands-on DJ lessons using professional equipment. Participants learn to mix, blend, and perform — building confidence and technical skills.
Music Production
Creative sessions using DAW software where participants produce original beats and tracks, developing digital literacy and self-expression.
Field Recording(capturing sounds in your local community)
Participants explore their local community capturing sounds, which are woven into a collective original track — connecting them to their environment.
Sound Healing
Therapeutic sessions using singing bowls, tuning forks, and guided listening — promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and emotional regulation.
The sessions made me feel like I had a purpose and it has inspired me to join college studying music. Before the sessions I felt nervous and didn’t know what to expect, after the first week I couldn’t wait for the next session. I recommend this to anyone even if — like me — you have had no prior knowledge of making music.
— Programme participant
NHS 5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Our programmes are built around the NHS 5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing framework — evidence-based actions that improve mental health.
Connect
Group music-making builds bonds, trust, confidence, and a sense of belonging with peers and the wider community.
Keep Learning
DJ skills, music production techniques, sound design, and digital literacy — new skills every session.
Be Active
Field recording walks through the community, movement and energy through music, hands-on creative activity.
Take Notice
Sound healing, mindful listening, tuning into the present moment through the power of vibration and resonance.
Give
Creating music for the community, mentoring peers, performing at the final showcase — giving back through creativity.
Who We Work With
We welcome referrals from schools, NHS services, community organisations, and families.
Individuals & Families
People of all ages, including those facing anxiety, trauma, social disadvantage, or barriers to traditional mental health services. No musical experience needed.
Schools & Colleges
We deliver programmes in schools and community venues, complementing PSHE and wellbeing curricula with creative, engaging music sessions.
NHS & Health Services
Our work supports early intervention for mental health, providing a non-clinical pathway to wellbeing through music for people of all ages.
Community Organisations
We partner with charities, youth clubs, and local groups to bring music wellbeing programmes to communities across the North West.
Children, Young People & Adults with SEND
We work with children, young people, and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), creating inclusive music sessions tailored to individual needs.
Crisis Connect UK
Free crisis support tools in your pocket — UK helplines, breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and a service finder. Built by Play North West CIC. Optional Premium unlocks sound healing journeys and funds our community work.
Make a Referral
Are you a teacher, social worker, NHS practitioner, or community worker supporting someone who could benefit from our programmes? We accept referrals from professionals across Merseyside.
Refer SomeoneReady to Make Music Together?
Whether you’re an individual, family, school, or organisation — we’d love to hear from you.