Brighton and Hove Music for Connection

25/08/2026

Volunteer wanted: Friday music club at Brooke Mead! 🎶✨

We're seeking someone who is looking to make a real difference in the local community, through the power of music. Brighton & Hove Music for Connection is looking for a friendly volunteer to join our team, for our weekly Friday morning sessions at Brooke Mead - an extra care housing scheme in Brighton supporting older adults, including those living with dementia

Our Friday sessions are all about creating a warm, inclusive space where residents can sing, play instruments, share memories, and build meaningful connections

Here's Aaron, one of our wonderful volunteers.

Requirements: a passion for community, music, and bringing joy to others. No professional music qualifications required - just enthusiasm and a supportive heart, please!

If you're interested, please feel free to drop us a direct message or email us

23/08/2026

Live summer music isn’t over, just yet!

Silver Strings have a relaxed Summer performance at Brighthelm Centre, this Tuesday, 25th August, 10:45am

Come along and support your local community string band - it’s free!

Thinking about picking up a new hobby this September? 🎻✨ This Tuesday’s performance is a great opportunity to ‘see us in action’ before our next Open Session on Tuesday 8th September

If you’ve always wanted to join a friendly, lighthearted music group, come and see what we’re all about!

* Open to Everyone: Designed specifically for adult later-starters of all abilities - no previous musical experience or ability to read music is required

* Instruments Provided: We supply violins, violas, and cellos

* Friendly Tuesday Sessions: We gather weekly on Tuesday mornings at Brighthelm Centre for lighthearted group playing that builds both musicianship and community

Whether you've never picked up an instrument in your life or haven't played in decades, our group is built around enjoyment and connection

Visit musicforconnection.co.uk to learn more or ask any questions

29/07/2026

As we head into August, just a quick reminder of our sessions:

✅ Fridays (weekly): Sing and Play music club, Brooke Mead Extra Care Scheme (Albion St), 11:30am-12:30pm: playful music session for older adults, including those with memory challenges
❌no Silver Strings Open Session this month
❌no Music and Motion (Jubilee Library) this month (bank holiday)

✨ Otherwise, we'll be back in September with lots more wonderful music sessions for Brighton & Hove, and the wider community! Watch this space, and perhaps start to have a think about how community music might benefit you, in the Autumn...

23/07/2026

Here's a short video from two lovely participants at our Friday Music Club at Brooke Mead Extra Care Scheme

If you'd like to know more about the work we do, our new video (and our website) are a great place to start👉 https://musicforconnection.co.uk/about

21/07/2026

We’re excited to share that Bela Emerson from Brighton & Hove Music for Connection has been elected as a Health and Wellbeing Rep for the Community Works Reps Programme 2026

Over the next three years, Bela will be representing our sector across local partnership meetings - championing health, wellbeing, and community connection

As a voice coming directly from the creative sector, she’s looking forward to bringing a creative, community-focused approach to these critical conversations

Congratulations to everyone elected, and thank you to Community Works for bringing local organisations together to make sure community voices are heard across Brighton & Hove

Learn more about the Community Works Reps Programme and see the full list of reps here:
👉 https://www.communityworks.org.uk/about/voice/

17/07/2026

“Sometimes I’m just standing in the circle, in a chord of 36 notes. I’m standing in the middle, while they’re all bowing and it’s…INCREDIBLE!”

Our brand new video is here. Huge thanks to Westcreative and everyone who features

Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.

17/07/2026

Our Indoor Garden Party earlier this week was a joy!

Silver Strings played, we all loved the film, and we made some impromptu music together

There were over 100 people there - a really lovely celebration

Thanks to all who came

Film to follow! 🎥

14/07/2026

Tomorrow! Music! Cake! Community!

See you there, Brighton and Hove 😊 (don’t forget to grab a free ticket)

13/07/2026

This is on Thursday and there are still tickets left!☀️ 🎟️ 🌺 👂

06/07/2026

If you need a cool, calm respite from the heat next week, don't forget our Indoor Garden Party!

Fancy a look behind the scenes? Whether you’re thinking of joining us or just want to see what we're all about, swing by Jubilee Library. We’re hosting an open afternoon featuring:

✨ The debut of our brand new film
✨ Interactive listening tasters of our usual sessions
✨ A chance to meet our brilliant team and participants
✨ Live tunes from Silver Strings community string band

✨ ...and plenty of cake, naturally

Venue: Community Space, Jubilee Library
When: Wednesday, 15th July, 2pm–4pm (feel free to drop in anytime)

It's totally free and everyone is invited, but do grab a ticket from the link below (so we know exactly how much cake to bring!)

https://bit.ly/44N1YdS