OPUS OPUS offers music-making opportunities to people of all ages across the east midlands and beyond.

OPUS specialises in music in healthcare settings, delivering practice, training and advocacy.

💬 “The music made the children smile and dance…”Feedback like this from a visit to a children’s ward reminds us how powe...
24/05/2026

💬 “The music made the children smile and dance…”

Feedback like this from a visit to a children’s ward reminds us how powerful shared music-making can be for young people, families, and staff alike.

Thank you for having us 🎶

🥁 Blossom making music with an older patient, the Hapi drum working its magic.Gentle, resonant sounds filling the room a...
23/05/2026

🥁 Blossom making music with an older patient, the Hapi drum working its magic.

Gentle, resonant sounds filling the room and creating a moment of calm and connection 🎶

22/05/2026

🎥 Here’s a glimpse of Rich and Oli playing in a bay for patients, families, and staff

From toe-tapping to full-on dancing, it’s amazing to see people joining in and sharing the moment together!

💬 “The music immediately distracted and calmed her…”During a difficult moment, live music offered comfort not just to a ...
21/05/2026

💬 “The music immediately distracted and calmed her…”

During a difficult moment, live music offered comfort not just to a child, but to their parent too.

A reminder of the quiet, powerful role music can play in healthcare settings 💛

🎶 Rich and Sophie sharing a gentle moment, singing with a patient in their roomEven one-to-one interactions can create c...
20/05/2026

🎶 Rich and Sophie sharing a gentle moment, singing with a patient in their room

Even one-to-one interactions can create connection, calm, and a sense of togetherness.

Oli and Blossom making music in the corridor for a tiny patient and their familySometimes the simplest sounds can fill a...
18/05/2026

Oli and Blossom making music in the corridor for a tiny patient and their family

Sometimes the simplest sounds can fill a space with warmth and reassurance 💛

💬 “As a member of staff… I can tangibly feel my stress levels reduce when the music starts.”Hospital environments are fu...
17/05/2026

💬 “As a member of staff… I can tangibly feel my stress levels reduce when the music starts.”

Hospital environments are full of intense sounds and pressures.
Live music can offer a moment to pause, reset, and breathe, not just for patients and families, but for staff too.

Join the OPUS Music CIC BoardWe’re recruiting new board members to help champion our mission: making music an intrinsic ...
16/05/2026

Join the OPUS Music CIC Board

We’re recruiting new board members to help champion our mission: making music an intrinsic part of health and social care, everywhere.

We’re particularly seeking a Chair with strategic leadership experience, alongside individuals with expertise in:
• Arts & partnerships
• Health/care & innovation
• Arts policy (local to national)
• Finance & governance
• IT and/or Marketing

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.

👉 Find out more: https://opusmusic.org/about/join-the-team/

🎵 Rich and Sophie bringing live music to a patient in a side roomEven in quieter, more isolated spaces, music can create...
15/05/2026

🎵 Rich and Sophie bringing live music to a patient in a side room

Even in quieter, more isolated spaces, music can create connection, comfort, and a shared experience.

💬 “My son was smiling from the minute they started playing…”From first smiles to joining in on the drums, these moments ...
14/05/2026

💬 “My son was smiling from the minute they started playing…”

From first smiles to joining in on the drums, these moments stay with families.
We even got to share a birthday song for another child on the ward, a small but meaningful celebration 🎂

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