Resources for Care Homes
As part of our Connecting Stars Programme, we offer free monthly group concerts with a variety of themes and performers. If you're unable to join us I've or want to re-live the performances, click on the titles below to access the recordings. These concerts are between 30-50 minutes and can also be accessed on our Youtube page. To find out more about the performers, click on their headshots.
Performers: soprano Sophie Price and pianist Christa Hugo
In celebration of the Coronation of HRH King Charles III, this concert features a wonderful selection of regal music, from march songs to opera!
Performers: soprano Susie Gibbons and violinist Ellie Gaynard-Evans
For St. Patrick's Day this year, we brought together a fabulous Irish singer and talented folk violinist for your entertainment!
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This is an extravaganza of opera ballet designed to bring its audience cheer. The concert includes something for everyone: playful string duets, accordion solos, famous musical theatre ballet, and clever re-imaginings of dances from the Nutcracker Ballet.
Performers: soprano Sophie Price and baritone Arthur Bruce
Inspired by the format of a Burns Night supper, this concert features classic Scottish tunes and recitations of Burn's poetry!
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Advice and resouces
Tips for facilitating virtual concerts
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Ensure a staff member is present throughout the concert to check that the audience can see and hear the artist and facilitate interaction between the performer and the audience.
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Encourage your residents to get involved with singing, dancing, or clapping along.
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Pass around or hand out instruments for your residents to play with if you have any. Even simple things like scarves which residents can wave, are beneficial.
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Let performers know in advance if your residents have any requests or favourite styles of Music they enjoy.
Additional Resources
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Community Integrated Care - their 'What to Do' channel includes a range of online activities aimed at those with disabilities.
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Carers First – providing help and support for unpaid carers
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National Day of Arts in Care Homes - This annual event is held in September to encourage arts activities across the nation. They also have a useful resources page for online activities year-round.
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Live Music Now – They have created several handbooks and toolkits. about facilitating musical activities in care homes.