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What a wonderful year of music and arts sessions!

It was great that we could continue to deliver online music sessions to nursery and P1 groups during the restrictions. (The videos are still freely available on our Artsplay Highland YouTube channel for children's musical education and enjoyment.) 

However, we were so happy that for many children Artsplay music specialists were the first people allowed back into nurseries and schools. Staff said that our sessions would help children recover from the pandemic, including improving
  • social skills
  • listening and speaking skills 
  • concentration 
  • mindfulness
  • sense of well being, mental health
  • and of course their musicality
so were very happy to have us return to in-person sessions as early as possible. 

Other highlights have been:

·  The return of our wee ceilidhs and end of year concerts. Other classes in the schools were invited and we were so happy to be able to invite parents in - also a first for the schools. The children loved showing off their songs and skills and it was great to see the parents and families joining in the dancing.

-  Putting together a story, shadow puppets, an instrument and theme for each character, and a lot of creative work to produce a wonderful short film called "The Rowan Tree." 
Children in our nursery and primary one classes had a lot of fun and learnt all about instruments,  song,  dance, and shadow puppets.

-  Introducing our new project, Wee Music Matters,  bringing our music and joy to toddler groups.

-   Continuing our online presence in a new project, Seinn is Cluich air Liodhne (Sing and Play online) aimed at Gaelic medium toddler age.

Following the success of our music sessions, we have had requests to provide music and arts sessions for other schools, nurseries and toddler groups. This will require private funding and we are looking for individuals and businesses to sponsor these sessions. If you are able to help we would love to hear from you on [email protected]