Solace in Sound NI

19/08/2026

🎶 Music Therapy with Solace in Sound NI 🎶

I’m delighted to be bringing Solace in Sound NI to Bellaghy this September for some fun, inclusive and music-filled sessions! 💙

We’ll be starting the new school year with songs, music, creativity and connection, with sessions suitable for both juniors and seniors.

📍 OpenDoor Complex, Bellaghy
📅 Sunday 6th, 13th & 20th September
🧒 Juniors: 1–2pm
👦 Seniors: 2.15–3.15pm

Come along to one session or all three, this is for members of Everyone Matters only. If you wish to become a member and join, please contact them directly! 🎵

✨ FREE OF CHARGE, funded by CWSAN Rural Support Network, with support from Everyone Matters.

I’m really looking forward to making music, singing songs and sharing some positive musical moments with you all. 🎶💛

Please feel free to share this post and spread the word!

13/08/2026

🎶 NEW INCLUSIVE MUSIC LESSONS BY A QUALIFIED MUSIC THERAPIST 🎶

Have you been inspired by the amazing music at the All-Ireland Fleadh and thought, “I’d love to learn that!”? 🪗🎵

I’m now offering 1-to-1 and small-group music lessons in a calm, supportive setting, for children, young people and adults who may benefit from a more individual and flexible approach to learning.

Lessons are particularly suited to people with additional needs, SEN, sensory needs, different learning styles, or those who find busy/traditional group settings difficult. There’s no pressure to learn in a particular way — lessons can be adapted to suit the individual, their interests and their goals. ❤️

🎵 Instruments include:
🪈 Tin whistle
🪗 Concertina
🎹 Keyboard / piano
🥁 Percussion
🎤 Singing
🎶 And other instruments depending on your interests

Traditional Irish music and more! ☘️

Whether you're starting from scratch, returning to an instrument, or simply want to enjoy making music, we can find an approach that works for you.

✨ Taught by a qualified music therapist, bringing a person-centred, understanding and flexible approach to every lesson.

📩 [email protected]
📞 07821 220164

No pressure. No expectations. Just music at your own pace. 🎶💚

Please feel free to share with anyone who might be interested!

29/07/2026

🎵 Positive Ageing Month Workshop 🎵

Music has a unique way of bringing people together, lifting our spirits, and supporting our wellbeing.

I'm delighted to be sharing this special workshop as part of Positive Ageing Month, designed for adults aged 50+.

Through singing, listening, gentle movement, and shared musical experiences, we'll explore how music can support emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, encourage self-expression, and create meaningful social connection—all in a warm, relaxed, and welcoming space.

✨ No musical experience is needed—just come along with an open mind and a willingness to enjoy the many benefits of music.

🗓 Time: 11:00am – 12:00 noon

7th October 2026 in Burnavon, Cookstown

If you know someone who might enjoy this, please feel free to share this post. I look forward to making music together! 💙🎶

This workshop is part of Positive Ageing MonthSuitable for ages 50+Through singing, listening, movement, and shared musical experiences,…

15/07/2026

You asked... we delivered! 🎶💙

We're so excited to officially launch GrandFriends Music Club, an intergenerational music group designed to bring young children and older adults together through the joy of music, movement, creativity, and connection. ❤️
Following the lovely interest and enquiries we've received, we're now rolling this programme out to:

🎵 Community groups
🎵 Schools & nurseries
🎵 Residential & nursing homes
🎵 Day opportunities
🎵 Family support groups
🎵 And other local organisations
These sessions are all about creating meaningful connections across generations while supporting wellbeing, confidence, communication, and most importantly... having fun together through music! 🎸🎤🥁
If you'd love to bring GrandFriends Music Club to your setting, we'd love to hear from you.
📧 Get in touch today to find out more or to book a session.
Together, let's create spaces where little voices and lifelong stories come together through music. 💙🎶

29/06/2026

Spotlight on one of our many new courses starting in Sept! Apply now!
https://firststepswomenscentre.org/index.php/application-form

Join Cathy Quinn for a taster session with the option afterwards to join a 4 week course.

This will be a welcoming and supportive music therapy group designed to promote wellbeing, connection, and self-expression. No musical experience is needed; these sessions are for everyone and focus on the therapeutic benefits of music rather than performance.
The taster session offers a gentle introduction to using music for relaxation, creativity, and connection with others. Through guided music listening, simple rhythm activities, vocal exploration (always optional), and reflective discussion, participants can experience how music can support emotional wellbeing in a safe and inclusive environment.

Following the taster session, participants can continue with a four-week programme exploring themes of grounding, emotional expression, identity, confidence, and connection. Each session provides opportunities to engage with music in different ways, helping participants develop self-awareness, reduce stress, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive group setting. The programme is trauma-informed, adaptable to individual needs, and centred on creating a positive and empowering experience for all.

22/06/2026

🎵💙 "I'm Okay" 💙🎵

This song touched my heart. As a music therapist, I see every day how music can help create connection, communication and joy for autistic children and young people. I hope you'll take a few minutes to watch and listen. 💙🎵

This song carries a powerful message of understanding, acceptance and celebration of autistic children and young people. Dedicated to the memory of Daragh McNally, it reminds us that autistic individuals are not broken or in need of fixing, they simply experience and interact with the world in their own unique way.

As a music therapist, I am continually inspired by the ways music can create connection beyond words. For many non-speaking or minimally speaking autistic children and young people, music can provide an alternative pathway for communication, self-expression and emotional connection. Through rhythm, melody and shared musical experiences, children can express feelings, make choices, build relationships and experience a sense of being understood.

Music therapy meets each person where they are, valuing their strengths and individuality. It offers a space where communication is not measured by spoken words alone, but by connection, creativity and authentic expression.

Thank you to everyone involved in creating and sharing this moving song and video. May it encourage greater understanding, compassion and acceptance of neurodiversity in our communities.

Please contact us fir further informaton on how we can help you through music therapy.

T: 07494046199
E: [email protected]

I’m Okay is a powerful new Irish song and music video created to en...

16/06/2026

🎵 I'll be at the Disability Information Day in Cookstown on Wednesday 17th June!

If you're interested in finding out more about music therapy, how it works, and how it may support emotional wellbeing, communication, confidence, and connection, come and have a chat.

Whether you're a parent, carer, professional, or simply curious, I'd love to meet you.
See you there! 🎶