LMN believes that involvement in high quality live music brings life-changing benefits. Our work is dedicated to increasing access to such experiences for those who would otherwise be excluded through disability, disadvantage, ill-health, poverty, social isolation or imprisonment, and to developing a resource of musicians with specialist skills who will retain a commitment to music outreach throughout their professional lives.
LMN delivers projects of local, regional and national significance within four priority areas.
| Special needs particularly children | Live music supports the development of self-esteem, creativity, learning and social skills for those with learning difficulties or physical disability. |
| Wellbeing particularly older people | Live music stimulates and engages older people, providing opportunities for social interaction and physical movement, and triggers memories for all, including those living with dementia. |
|
Justice System |
Live music offers adults and young people on the margins of society opportunities to take part in activities that raise aspirations, broaden horizons and encourage long-term changes to patterns of anti-social behaviour. |
|
Early years |
Live music brings opportunities for the very young, particularly in deprived communities, to develop learning and social skills through musical play and storytelling. |
We reach our service users though direct contact with their care or support setting, or by working in partnership with voluntary and statutory agencies in the public sector: NHS hospital trusts, local authority education departments, the Prison Service, Age Concern etc.
Delivery takes place in a range of formats; from one hour participatory performances to half or full day workshops. Most activity takes place as part of a sustained project which aims to achieve longer lasting benefits.
Musicians delivering LMN projects are carefully selected through an audition process. Once accepted onto the scheme they are given tailored training to support and equip them for the challenges ahead.
The music was of the highest standard - melodious and rhythmically spellbinding. The musicians were charming and informative. The members watched and listened thoroughly enraptured, unable to resist singing and dancing when asked. It was a rare treat to be offered an insight into another country's musical culture in such an entertaining and professional way.
Adults with learning difficulties, Scarborough