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Melodic Memories

Monthly sessions

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Running since 2021, Melodic Memories offers a programme of activities for people living with dementia and their carers. It provides a relaxed, supportive and welcoming space for them to explore singing, gentle movement and elements of visual arts together.

Led by vocal animateur Marie Claire Breen, pianist Leighton Jones, and occasional guest artists, workshops are free of charge and take place on a monthly basis at the Howard Opera Centre in Leeds.

All sessions start informally with refreshments.

This project is run in partnership with Leeds Peer Support and participation is via an initial referral through their service.

Please contact Debbie Marshall, Peer Support Co-ordinator at Deborah.Marshall@leeds.gov.uk or 07891 271980 if you would like to proceed with a referral.

If you have any further questions about our Melodic Memories programme, please contact Claire Armour, Adult Engagement Manager at lifelonglearning@operanorth.co.uk

Price
Free
Venue
  • Bramall Studio, Howard Opera Centre

Next session
Wed 20 Mar

Start Time
11am (monthly sessions)

Duration
90 minutes

FAQs

Who will be running the session?

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All sessions will be led by singer and vocal animateur Marie-Claire Breen and pianist Leighton Jones. There will sometimes be guest artists attending the session. Claire Armour, Adult Engagement Manager, will also be in attendance at all sessions to welcome and support your participation, and there will also be a member of staff from Leeds Peer Support.

When do the sessions take place?

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Sessions usually run once a month between September and March. They take place between 11am and 12.30pm on a weekday.

Where does the workshops take place and how easily accessible?

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All the workshops take place at the Howard Opera Centre, 8 Harrison Street, Leeds, LS1 6PA. It is not possible to park at Howard Opera Centre, however drop off outside the venue is possible.

There are car parking options available close to Howard Opera Centre.

What can I expect when I arrive?

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Upon arrival at the Howard Opera Centre you will be welcomed at reception by Claire Armour, Adult Engagement Manager. You will then be directed through a door next to the entrance that leads to our dedicated Learning space, the Bramall Studio. The session will start with refreshments and a chat.

Is there food or drink available?

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We have access to water filling facilities in close proximity to the workshop space. Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be on offer.

How do I sign up?

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This project is run in partnership with Leeds Peer Support and participation is via an initial referral through their service.

Please contact Debbie Marshall, Peer Support Co-ordinator at Deborah.Marshall@leeds.gov.uk or 07891 271980 if you would like to proceed with a referral.

 

 

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